List of Programs & Events

Wander Tin Mountain's Albany property on a guided tour and see what winter has in store! Interesting animal tracks, our resident birds, beautiful conifers, Chase Pond and unexpected sites await us. The terrain is variable, and so is the weather, so dress for the day and (depending on the snow conditions) wear snowshoes or boot traction devices. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.

We have all snowshoe sizes available. They are free for members to borrow and $15pp for non-members (so consider becoming a member).

Walk-ins welcome

In The Courage of Birds, Pete Dunne chronicles the behavior of the birds of North America. He expertly explores widespread adaptations, such as feathers that protect against the cold, and unpacks the unique migration patterns and survival strategies of individual species. Dunne also addresses the impact of changing climatic conditions on avian longevity and recounts personal anecdotes that soar with a naturalist’s gimlet eye.

We will be meeting in person at the Nature Learning Center in Albany. However, there is also a Zoom link option for those unable to join in person.

Sponsored in part by White Birch Books in North Conway

Denver Holt, founder of the Owl Research Institute (ORI), will share insights from 35 years of dedicated snowy owl research in Utqiaġvik / Barrow, Alaska. He will highlight the intricate relationship between snowy owls and their primary prey, the lemming, and explore the alarming declines both species have faced at that location over the recent decades. Holt will discuss the critical role of predator-prey dynamics in Arctic ecosystems, the potential causes of these population shifts, and why understanding these changes is essential for conservation efforts. This presentation offers a rare glimpse into the nuances of Arctic wildlife and the ongoing challenges they face.

This program will be hosted online via Zoom. Please register for the zoom link

Wander Tin Mountain's Albany property on a guided tour and see what winter has in store! Interesting animal tracks, our resident birds, beautiful conifers, Chase Pond and unexpected sites await us. The terrain is variable, and so is the weather, so dress for the day and (depending on the snow conditions) wear snowshoes or boot traction devices. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.

We have all snowshoe sizes available. They are free for members to borrow and $15pp for non-members (so consider becoming a member).

Walk-ins welcome

Experts say that here in the Mount Washington Valley we will be seeing many more birds – especially finches - than usual this winter. They are predicting a major “irruption” year because food is less available in Canada and birds are coming south to find it. This happened during the winter of 2020-21 and it was unforgettable! Join Kathy Seymour and Jane Sender to learn all about this relatively rare phenomenon, including how to attract these birds to your own yard! They will share identification tips for Redpolls, Evening and Pine Grosbeaks, Red and White-winged Crossbills, Pine Siskins, Purple Finches and Bohemian Waxwings. Who knows what this winter will bring – maybe even a Northern Shrike or a rare Northern Hawk-Owl, Great Gray Owl or Snowy Owl!

Join us at Tin Mountain as we kick off Audubon's Great Backyard Bird Count! Anyone can contribute to this effort at any time Feb. 13th-16th by simply uploading observations to eBird, but we thought it would be fun to do some birding together at the start of this global event.

All ages and experience levels are welcome and if you are unfamiliar with eBird, we'll be happy to show you. Bring your binoculars or borrow ours and dress to be outdoors!

Wander Tin Mountain's Albany property on a guided tour and see what winter has in store! Interesting animal tracks, our resident birds, beautiful conifers, Chase Pond and unexpected sites await us. The terrain is variable, and so is the weather, so dress for the day and (depending on the snow conditions) wear snowshoes or boot traction devices. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.

We have all snowshoe sizes available. They are free for members to borrow and $15pp for non-members (so consider becoming a member).

Walk-ins welcome

Snow sculptures, painting on the snow, and bird seed art are just a few of the possible projects for the day. We will be both inside and outdoors so dress in layers (and in clothes that can get dirty). TMCC provides craft materials and cocoa; you bring lunch and your creativity.

For children in grades 1-4

PLEASE BE SURE TO REGISTER EACH CHILD SEPARATELY

We will use our skills to discover the ninja skills that winter wildlife has to live here in NH. We will examine furs, follow fox trails through the field, find beaver sign in the woods, and discover a yeti's den near the pond...actually, scratch that last one. Dress warm and bring a lunch. We'll provide the cocoa.

For campers in grades 2-6

PLEASE BE SURE TO REGISTER EACH CHILD SEPARATELY