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Story Archives of 'Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests'Square Trees Grow in New HampshireBy Amy Quinton on Tuesday, April 1, 2008.The Society For the Protection of New Hampshire Forests unveiled a new development today that may revolutionize the timber industry. Forest research scientists say they’ve created a new type of tree that is ideal for harvesting and beneficial for the environment. But as NHPR’s Amy Quinton reports, the new tree has already sparked a huge outcry from some businesses and environmental groups. listen:
  25 in 25: Paul BofingerBy Laura Knoy on Tuesday, November 13, 2007.Our 25 in 25 series continues with conservationist Paul Bofinger. For three decades, he headed the the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests and was a leading voice for conservation in our state. We’ll dig into Bofinger’s career – and how the conservation movement has changed over the past quarter century. Guest
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Owner Found for Creek Farm in PortsmouthBy Doug MacPherson on Wednesday, May 31, 2006.A historic home in Portsmouth will be spared the wrecking ball. That's thanks to an agreement between the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests and the Shoals Marine Lab. NHPR Correspondent Doug MacPherson reports. listen:
Charles Niebling Says Goodbye to Forest SocietyBy Shay Zeller on Friday, November 25, 2005.Charles Niebling has been with the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests for the past eight years, and he's been the brains behind lots of the conservation and land-use initiatives in the state. He announced this week that he's stepping down from that position to take a job in the private sector. We'll talk with him about his work and the role of conservation in New Hampshire. Later in the program we'll check in with a gingerbread house expert to get some tips on the craft. Canterbury Shaker Village is holding a competition this weekend, so we turn to chef Frederick Lozier of Frederick's Pastries to find out what makes for an award-winning house. listen:
New Hampshire's Plan for the White Mountain National Forest is FinishedBy Mark Bevis on Monday, November 21, 2005.It's been more than eight years in the making. But after dozens of public meetings and thousands of pages of public comments, the State has a new management plan for the White Mountain National Forest. And Charlie Neibling with the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests tells NHPR's Mark Bevis that the people of this state should be proud of the final product. listen:
Wanted: Owner for Historic Property. Must ConserveBy Doug MacPherson on Tuesday, May 10, 2005.The Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests is searching for someone who can make use of a historic shore-front home in Portsmouth. If the search is unsuccessful, the house must be torn down. The story of Creek Farm Cottage affords a glimpse into the sometimes conflicting goals of land conservation and historic preservation. It also offers a look-back at New England's architectural heritage. New Hampshire Public Radio correspondent Doug MacPherson reports. listen:
Benson Calls Current Use Change a ThreatBy Josh Rogers on Wednesday, December 29, 2004.Governor Craig Benson is pledging to fight a proposed rule change that could increase property taxes on forest land enrolled in the state's current use program. Advocacy groups for land conservation and the timber industry, meanwhile, support the change. listen:
Society for the Protection of New Hampshire ForestsBy Deborah Schachter on Monday, November 24, 2003.Dick Foss of Gilmanton has been working in the woods for "a long time." He's entrusted his 196 acres to the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests so the woods will remain woods for a long time to come. listen:
Charter Forests: Solution or Sellout?By Mark Bevis on Wednesday, February 27, 2002.In its budget proposal released earlier this month, the Bush Administration briefly mentioned a new concept for managing our national forests. It's called charter forests. Some environmental groups immediately attacked the idea as a give-away to logging and commercial interests. But at the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests, they are willing to entertain the notion. Charles Niebling is director of policy and land management. He spoke with NHPR's Mark Bevis. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
The First Century of a Unique New Hampshire InstitutionBy John Walters on Wednesday, January 9, 2002.The Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests has made a big impact in the state in its first hundred years. It's a litte different from most other land use organizations. The Forest Society has always balanced conservation and preservation with economic use of undeveloped land, a stategy that draws both praise and criticism. SPNHF has published a new book chronicling its history called "People and Place". www.spnhf.org listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
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