Author Series: Ecology of New Hampshire’s 4,000-Foot Mountains
Ecology of New Hampshire’s 4,000-Foot Mountains is the first comprehensive ecology and natural history guide organized around New Hampshire’s iconic 48 4,000-foot peaks.
Using the trails hikers already know as a framework, ecologist Michael Whittemore brings the science of the White Mountains directly to the trail. The book explores the geology, climate, forests, alpine ecosystems, wildlife, plant communities, disturbance, and conservation history that shape these mountains—and shows readers how those patterns change from valley floors to exposed summits. Written for both curious newcomers and experienced peakbaggers, this book offers a new way to understand the 48—not simply as summits to climb, but through an ecological lens. Join Tin Mountain for an evening with the author as he shares the work that went into creating this book.
