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

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

Join Tin Mountain's Heather McKendry on a snowshoe exploration of the historic NH Audubon Hoyt Wildlife Sanctuary. Situated on the south shore of Purity Lake in East Madison NH, this exquisite 135 acre property, where geologic history meets human history, is the home of eskers, a kettle pond, heath beaver bog plus 1800's foundations, and cemetery.

Please be aware that this tour will last approximately 2 hours and involves walking outdoors, including inclines, declines and uneven ground. Please dress for the weather and bring a snack. We will update participants of traction needs (snowshoes vs microspikes).

Please note this is a members only program. If you are interested in this program but are not currently a member, now is a great time to join/ renew!

Discover the wildlife of winter as we follow tracks through the snow, observe winter birds, and search for other signs of wildlife written in the winter landscape. Dress warm and bring a lunch. We’ll provide knowledge, fun, and cocoa.

For children in grades k-2
PLEASE BE SURE TO REGISTER EACH CHILD SEPARATELY

Do you think you could light a fire, build a snow shelter, or survive in the winter cold? Learn the basics of staying warm in the winter. Dress warm and bring a lunch. We’ll provide the cocoa and the good times.

For campers in grades 3-6

PLEASE BE SURE TO REGISTER EACH CHILD SEPARATELY

The Carroll County Conservation District and Tin Mountain Conservation Center are excited to announce that we will be bringing back our Wildlife Encounter workshop from last spring! Participants will get the chance to meet some of New Hampshire’s native species and get up close and personal with them. Whether you’re a wildlife lover or just want to learn more about the animals near you then this event is for you!

This event is FREE and open to the public, but registration is required.