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The Slim Baker Foundation for Outdoor Education, Inc.

is a non-profit organization that maintains the Slim Baker Area on Little Roundtop in Bristol, NH and promotes outdoor education opportunities for the Newfound community. The Slim Baker Area, overseen by the Slim Baker Foundation for Outdoor Living, Inc., is a 135-acre tract of conserved land on Little Round Top Mountain in Bristol, New Hampshire, set up in 1953 as a memorial to Everett “Slim” Bak

er, a dedicated and much-loved local conservation officer with the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department. Slim dreamed of setting up a “school for outdoor living” in the Newfound Lake area, and the Slim Baker Area is the fulfillment of that dream. The Slim Baker Area is maintained by the Slim Baker Foundation, and open year-round for hiking and snowshoeing, and camping by reservation.

08/24/2026

🌲🍂 Learning is better when you can get outside! 🍂🌲

We’re excited to share that the Slim Baker Foundation is the proud host of the Newfound Nature Homeschool Co-Op! 🏡📚🌿

This welcoming, family-centered co-op gives homeschool families a chance to learn, explore, create, and connect—all while enjoying the great outdoors. 🌲💧🦋

This fall, families will dive into hands-on topics like water exploration and wilderness survival skills, with plenty of opportunities for outdoor play and discovery along the way!

🗓️ Mondays | 10 AM–12 PM
🌳 All ages welcome
🤝 Families help plan, lead, and participate
💚 No fee to participate

Whether your family is looking for community, outdoor learning, new friends, or simply more opportunities to get your kids outside, we’d love to have you join us!

📩 Interested in learning more or joining the co-op? Contact Emilia Brown at [email protected].

Come learn with us, get a little muddy, make some memories, and discover nature together! 🌿✨

08/05/2026

Discover the Status of New Hampshire's Eastern Brook Trout

When: Thursday, August 20, 2026 - 6:30 PM 8:00 PM
Where: Slim Baker Foundation, 301 New Chester Mountain Road, Bristol, NH.

Join us for an informative evening as a New Hampshire Fish & Game wildlife steward presents the current status of Eastern Brook Trout in New Hampshire's waters.

Learn about the status of wild, native, and stocked brook trout across the state and discover how biologists, local communities, and conservation partners are working together to restore these iconic fish. The presentation will also include an update on the new fish hatchery in New Hampton.

A question-and-answer session will follow the presentation, giving you the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about brook trout restoration efforts in New Hampshire.

Hosted by the Outdoors Workshop at Hill Village Bible Church, this event is free and open to the public.

Registration:
Call or text Jeff at 603-770-4386
Email: [email protected]

Location:
Slim Baker Lodge
301 New Chester Mountain Road
Bristol, NH

07/21/2026

We're planning the next round of Slim Baker Foundation Fireside Chats, and we'd love your input!

Our Fireside Chats are interactive 45-minute conversations followed by a live Q&A, designed to provide practical insights, meaningful discussions, and resources that matter to our community.

What conservation topics would you like us to cover?

We're looking for your ideas! Whether it's:
• Wildlife conservation and habitat restoration
• Forest stewardship and sustainable forestry
• Watershed protection and water quality
• Native plants and pollinator habitats
• Climate resilience and land management
• Hunting, fishing, and conservation ethics
• Outdoor recreation and responsible land use
• Conservation careers and volunteer opportunities
• Partnerships that protect our natural resources
• Or another conservation topic you're passionate about

Drop your suggestions in the comments below. Your feedback will help us create conversations that are relevant, informative, and impactful.

Thank you for helping shape our upcoming Fireside Chats—we can't wait to hear your ideas!

06/15/2026

NH DAY HIKING SEMINAR

Hikers have a great opportunity to bolster their trails skills with the NH Day Hiking seminar from a veteran hiker, trip leader, and wilderness program director. The Outdoors Workshops program at Hill Village Bible Church welcomes Chris Roukes. He will cover summer and shoulder season day hiking for the broad spectrum of those interested in increasing their knowledge and skills – from those interested in starting with short hikes in their local area to those out to finish their 4000-footer club. His outline includes where to hike, when to hike, how to hike and what gear to choose. Subsequent to his hiking leadership experiences, Chris greatly benefitted from 30 years’ experience with the Forest Service and a conservation organization advising many individuals, families and groups on their hiking plans. Chris looks forward to again sharing with those attending. Please join us Tuesday June 30, 2026 at Slim Baker Lodge from 6 to 7:30 for an informative evening.

📍 Location: Slim Baker Area, meet at the Lodge, 301 New Chester Mountain Rd, Bristol, NH
📅 Date & Time: Thursday, June 11th, 6:00–7:30 PM
👥 Who Can Attend: Individuals or families welcome!

This event is free and open to the public. Please register by contacting Jeff Beach: [email protected] or call 603. 770.4386.

05/29/2026

Orienteering Using Map & Compass – Outdoor Workshop

Time to get out to the woods for some backcountry adventure! If you have ever wanted to learn the craft of Orienteering using a map and compass, Jeff Beach of The Outdoor Workshop at Hill Village Bible Church, will be presenting an introductory class at the Slim Baker Lodge in Bristol, NH. Jeff has taught this skill at NH Fish and Game Hunter Education programs for more than 15 years.

📍 Location: Slim Baker Area, meet at the Lodge, 301 New Chester Mountain Rd, Bristol, NH
📅 Date & Time: Thursday, June 11th, 6:00–7:30 PM
👥 Who Can Attend: Ages 12 and up – individuals or families welcome!

In this hands-on session, you'll learn:

The parts of a compass

How to orient a compass with a map

How to read a topographic map

How to navigate using a compass in the field

Whether you're hiking, hunting, bushwhacking to a fishing spot, or just love being outside, these skills will boost your confidence in the woods. If you have a compass, bring it along. If not, Jeff will have extras available, along with maps for the session.

📝 Register: Call or text Jeff at 603-770-4386 or email [email protected]

Stay tuned for more outdoor-themed events from the Outdoors Workshop throughout the year!

05/08/2026

🔥🌲 FIRESIDE CHAT: Hidden in the Habitat 🦊📸

📅 Wednesday, May 13, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

What wildlife is living right alongside us… hidden in plain sight? 👀🌿

Join us for a special Fireside Chat with the Newfound Lakes Region Association (NLRA) as we uncover the incredible species that call the Slim Baker Conservation Area HOME! 🏡🐾

For over a year, students from Newfound Watershed schools have teamed up with NLRA, using wildlife cameras placed at schools, Hebron Town Forest, and Slim Baker to capture amazing footage of local animals. 🎥🦌🐻

Hear from NLRA Education & Outreach Manager Mirka Zapletal as she shares insights from this exciting project and reveals some of the fascinating wildlife discoveries from around the watershed. 🌎✨

🎟️ Free & open to the public
⚠️ Registration required (limited seating!)

Don’t miss this chance to see what’s been hiding in the habitat! 🌲🔥

04/24/2026

🌲TOMORROW: Forest Stories Guided Hike🌲

📅 Saturday, April 25, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Every forest has a story… are you ready to learn how to read it? 🌿👣

Join Slim Baker Board Member Heather Huckins and her husband Craig Cadieux for a guided walk around the reservation. Discover the hidden narratives of the forest through:
🔍 A little forensics work
📜 New Hampshire land-use history
🦌 Wildlife activity observations

Inspired by Reading the Forested Landscape by Tom Wessels, this walk will change the way you see the woods forever. 🌳💚

✅ Free & open to the public - no registration required
🥾 Must be able to walk/hike up to 1.5 miles
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages welcome
👕 Please wear appropriate hiking attire

📍 Meet at the Kiosk
301 New Chester Mountain Road, Bristol, NH

Come explore, learn, and connect with nature in a whole new way! 🌲

04/22/2026

🌍💚 Happy Earth Day! 💚🌍

Today is a reminder that the small choices we make every day can have a big impact on the world around us. Conservation isn’t just a word—it’s a commitment to protecting the forests, waters, wildlife, and open spaces that make our planet so incredible. 🌲💧🦋

Whether it’s taking a walk in nature, reducing waste, or supporting local conservation efforts, every action counts. Together, we can help preserve these natural spaces for future generations to explore and enjoy. 🌱✨

Let’s celebrate by giving back to the Earth and continuing to care for the places we love. 💚🌎

04/21/2026

Join us for a guided hike: Forest Stories

📅 Saturday, April 25, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Every forest has a story… are you ready to learn how to read it? 🌿👣

Join Slim Baker Board Member Heather Huckins and her husband Craig Cadieux for a guided walk around the reservation. Discover the hidden narratives of the forest through:
🔍 A little forensics work
📜 New Hampshire land-use history
🦌 Wildlife activity observations

Inspired by Reading the Forested Landscape by Tom Wessels, this walk will change the way you see the woods forever. 🌳💚

✅ Free & open to the public
🥾 Must be able to walk/hike up to 1.5 miles
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages welcome
👕 Please wear appropriate hiking attire

📍 Meet at the Kiosk
301 New Chester Mountain Road, Bristol, NH

Come explore, learn, and connect with nature in a whole new way! 🌲

Address

301 New Chester Mountain Road
Bristol, NH
03222

Website

http://slimbaker.org/support

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