Merrimack County Conservation District

09/18/2026

09/14/2026

After being closed for Labor Day last Monday, we are back for 2 Mondays....then that's a rap for the 2026 season. Make sure to stop in and get those last few goodies for the year. We encourage you to check in with the vendors about their winter whereabouts. Many of us particpate in winter markets that happen in surrounding communities.

08/31/2026

The DAMF has confirmed the presence of spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) in Salem. This marks the first field detection of spotted lanternfly in New Hampshire. There is no evidence of an established population at this time and additional multi agency surveys are underway to determine the extent of the detection.
Spotted lanternfly is an invasive pest already affecting parts of the Northeast, including southern New England and New York. It poses risks to vineyards, nurseries, and other agricultural and ornamental plants. While it does not harm people, pets, or structures, it can become a nuisance as infestations become more established over time.
Adults can be recognized by their distinctive spotted wings and are currently active. Identification resources are available at:
https://www.nhbugs.org/damaging-insects-diseases/spotted-lanternfly
Residents and businesses are encouraged to report suspected sightings—including photos and location details—at:
https://www.nhbugs.org/reporting-form

08/30/2026

It's Fall Bulb Sale Time! Get your priority orders in by September 11th. We take orders after that date until all bulbs are gone. Check out our offerings at https://merrimackccd.org/fundraising-and-sales/

This year, the Merrimack County Conservation District is offering 26 different varieties of fall-planted bulbs — from daffodils to snowdrops, muscari, garlic, and more. We are also offering great planting guides from The Wild Seed Project and bird & bat houses. Order today and support MCCD conservation efforts!

Bulb pick-ups are at the MCCD office at 10 Ferry Street in Concord from 4-6PM on October 2nd and Contoocook Farmers Market on October 3rd from 9-noon.

Proceeds from the fundraiser go to our local foods programming, including the Veteran Market Dollar program at most Merrimack County farmers’ markets, educational programming, the gleaning program, conservation plantings, and our Grimes Conservation Scholarship. Thank you for supporting your local conservation district.

08/24/2026

Save the dates! Come enjoy the beauty of Musterfield Farm and this great event!

08/22/2026

About 150-230M birds are predicted to migrate across the U.S. each night this weekend!

Lights at night can be very disorienting to birds during their long fall migration. To help prevent deadly bird collisions, turn off or dim unnecessary lights!

Graphic: CornellLab, BirdCast

08/02/2026

🗣️Reminder for the Veterans Free Farmers Market! This is a favorite event at the Manchester VA Medical Center. The start time is 11 a.m. and ends when the donated produce has been given out. Thank you in advance to all of the local suppliers who make this event possible each year!

07/30/2026

Join us at the market this Thursday - rain or shine!

07/17/2026

07/12/2026