Promoting & Protecting NH’s Great Outdoor Traditions
New Hampshire's outdoor traditions are worth protecting.
For generations, our outdoor traditions have shaped life in New Hampshire. We exist to make sure that never changes.
What we do:
Promote
Inspiring kids and families to enjoy New Hampshire’s great outdoors, whether it’s hiking, fishing, bird watching, kayaking, snowmobiling, or hunting.
Conserve
Safeguarding our natural wildlife, which also benefits our neighbors and friends who love to hike, fish, snowmobile ride their OHRVs and spend time in the great outdoors.
Protect
Ensuring that our wild places and wild creatures are there for your enjoyment today, as well as for future generations.
Educate
Helping people learn more about enjoying New Hampshire’s great outdoors in safe, responsible ways, while cultivating a lifelong appreciation for our precious lands and species.
How we do it:
Grants to NH F&G Programs
As the nonprofit partner of the NH F&G Department, we provide grant support to vital programs that help sustain and enhance our outdoor experiences.
Grants to Partner Organizations
We award grants to organizations connected with NH Fish & Game that share our mission of promoting & protecting New Hampshire's outdoor traditions.
Public Education & Forever Locked®
We educate the public on wildlife, outdoor traditions, and recreation safety through our Forever Locked Moose exhibit.
We can’t do it alone. We need your support
Ready to help protect New Hampshire's outdoor heritage?
Conservation Canine Unit
As the primary funder of the Conservation Canine Unit, The Foundation ensures these teams can protect wildlife from illegal activity and assist in search-and-rescue missions. Support includes outfitting vehicles, veterinary care, food, specialized gear, and post retirement care.
Barry Conservation Camp
Barry Conservation Camp gives kids aged 8-16 the chance to learn outdoor skills like fishing, shooting sports, and wilderness exploration while discovering how to care for New Hampshire’s natural world. Ongoing improvements to this valuable resource are made possible through donations to the Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH, ensuring its legacy for future generations.
Discover WILD NH Day
Jump into the outdoors at Discover WILD New Hampshire Day, a free, family-friendly event packed with hands-on experiences and interactive fun for all ages. See wildlife up close, learn how to shoot a bow, tie a fly, cast a line. Learn about all things NH outdoors with live K9 demos, educational exhibits & more!
Solving a 42 Year Cold Case with the NH F&G Dive Team
For over four decades, the disappearance of Gorham’s Alberta Leeman remained unsolved. Thanks to the NH Fish & Game Dive Team, the Side Scan Sonar Team and the specialized tools provided through the Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH, her story finally found an ending. Listen in as NH F&G's Lt. Bill Boudreau shares part 1 of the story and the importance of this vital service for NH.
NH hikeSafe
NH hikeSafe keeps hikers prepared and protected in New Hampshire's wilderness. With a hikeSafe card, rescue costs are often covered if you ever need emergency services. We proudly contribute to this life saving program. Buy your card today and stay prepared!
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