An Idea Becomes Reality: Planting a Hedgerow Through the Conservation Opportunity Fund
In December 2023, Eileen Casey of Keene began planning a Conservation Opportunity Fund hedgerow project to support wildlife on her property!
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Amanda Littleton
Sep 245 min read
The Cheshire County Conservation District Honors Britton Farm as the 2024 Cooperator of the Year
Each year the Cheshire County Conservation District honors an individual, business or organization with the “Cooperator of the Year”...
Benee Hershon
Sep 47 min read
The Cheshire County Conservation District Honors Laura White as the 2024 Educator of the Year
This year we are happy to announce Laura White as our 2024 Educator of the Year!
Martin Royle
Aug 13 min read
Making a Forever Farm in Winchester, NH
Making forever farmland through a collaboration between The Monadnock Conservancy & the NH Farm Future Fund!
Ellinore Todd Long
Jul 52 min read
Meet Ellinore: CCCD Welcomes a New Team Member!
CCCD is excited to welcome our newest team member and Administrative Coordinator: Ellinore Todd Long!
Emily Daigle
Jun 63 min read
Pollinator Habitat Blooms in Keene: A Conservation Opportunity Fund Story
Initially I figured it would take us many years to plant our pollinator habitat, enter the Conservation Opportunity Fund!
Benee Hershon
May 36 min read
Expanding Connection to Nature: The Outdoor Gear Library
In the spring of 2023, the staff at the Keene Public Library were approached by the Cheshire County Conservation District with the idea...
Benee Hershon
Apr 54 min read
Starting from the Ground Up: A Closer Look at CCCD's Equipment Rental Program
From April 2023 through November 2024, I took time away from my role with the conservation district to work on farms up and down the east...
Benee Hershon
Mar 14 min read
Farewell, Matt!
We will be saying goodbye to Matt Smetana, CCCD’s Community Engagement Coordinator, as he embarks on a new adventure. Matt will be...
Matt Smetana
Jan 155 min read
Conservation Funding Encourages Local Farmers and Landowners to 'Grow Green' in 2024
Discover funding opportunities that help you enhance local agriculture, preserve wildlife habitat, and promote climate resilience!
Matt Smetana
Oct 23, 20236 min read
November Community Member Spotlight: Susie Spikol
Curiosity, empathy, and love for all beings big and small. Susie Spikol has been cultivating these in our community one encounter at a time.
Matt Smetana
Oct 20, 20235 min read
October Community Member Spotlight: Pete's Stand
Pete's Stand is CCCD's 2023 Cooperator of the Year, learn more about the important work they do for our community!
Sofie Wicklund
Aug 4, 20233 min read
A 'Nock Out Summer: Improving Regional Outdoor Recreation Opportunities
Learn more about the role Sofie played in Monadnock Outdoors' regional efforts this summer!
Tarah Castiglioni
Jul 6, 20233 min read
The Perfect Match: TEAM Jaffrey Farmers' Market and Community SNAP Programs
Explore how one of our local farmers' markets increases community access to fresh, healthy and local produce.
Sarah Waring
Jun 2, 20234 min read
Rural Development and REAP: Emphasizing the ‘US’ in USDA
Explore the benefits of the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) to our farms, communities and climate!
Georgina Carley
May 4, 20233 min read
Little Patch of Weeds: Transforming Lawn to Meadow
Georgina and Marvin transformed their curiosity (and lawn) to create areas providing food and shelter for wildlife across their property!
Matt Smetana
Apr 12, 20232 min read
Farewell, Benée!
We bid farewell to our Community Engagement Director, Benée Hershon.
Jenna Rich
Apr 3, 20236 min read
How to Make Your Farm or Home Garden More Environmentally Friendly
By making a few small changes in the garden, you can help combat climate change, decrease energy bills, and more!
Benee Hershon
Mar 2, 20235 min read
Spring Community Member Spotlight: Jeffrey P. Smith Farm Scholarship
The Jeffrey P. Smith Farm Scholarship endeavors to connect young people with agriculture & the natural world!
Jon Meadows
Feb 1, 20233 min read
Manure Management with NRCS: A Water Quality Spotlight
Through the EQIP Program, NRCS assists our local livestock and vegetable producers to responsibly manage waste.
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