Join us this year at CAMP ATLAS! Embark on a journey of self-discovery and nature exploration at the Southeast Land Trust (SELT) of New Hampshire's All-Terrain Learning Adventures (ATLAS) Summer Camp! Designed for adventurers aged 8-12, this weeklong experience promises an unforgettable blend of outdoor fun, wild play and social-emotional wellness. 🌟 Why choose ATLAS Summer Camp? ✅ Experienced outdoor educators and counselors ✅ Safe and inclusive environment ✅ Hands-on learning in nature ✅ Lasting memories and friendships 🌟 What to Expect: ✅ Wild Play Adventures: Campers dive into exciting outdoor activities that foster creativity, resilience and teamwork. From fort building to nature-inspired games, they will explore their surroundings in a safe, supportive environment. ✅ Exploration of Local Wild Spaces: Campers will be immersed in the beauty of New Hampshire's natural landscapes. In addition to exploring Burley Farms, they will go paddling on the Lamprey River, spend a day at Jenness State Beach and go swimming at UNH. ✅ Social and Emotional Wellness: Guided by skilled educators, campers will develop essential skills like assertive communication, empathetic listening and mindfulness. Activities range from yoga and cooperative games to creative outlets like painting and journaling—building both confidence and community. ✅ Experienced Educators: Campers can expect a small youth-to-adult ratio, with our licensed educators and counselors, UNH interns and Epping High School students (as counselors-in-training) to ensure an engaging and supportive experience. Spaces are limited, so don’t wait! Reserve your camper's spot and make this summer an adventure for them to remember! https://extension.unh.edu/event/2025/07/camp-atlas-selt (fb)

Do you have forsythia in your yard? 🌼 Forsythia is a spring favorite, lighting up the landscape with cheerful yellow blooms before most other trees and shrubs. But without regular pruning, it can quickly become an overgrown tangle. Don’t let pruning intimidate you—our expert tips will help you keep your forsythia looking vibrant and well-maintained! ✂️ Essential Pruning Tools: -Pruning Shears: Great for branches up to half an inch in diameter. -Loppers: Ideal for cutting thicker stems up to an inch in diameter. -Pruning Saw: Handy for larger branches. 🌳 How to Prune Forsythia: -Gradual Renewal: Remove one-third of the oldest branches at ground level right after flowering. Repeat in the second and third years to refresh the entire shrub gradually. -Total Rejuvenation: For a more dramatic approach, cut all branches to the ground every three to four years. This method keeps growth in check and gives your forsythia a neat, tidy look. Pruning might seem daunting, but forsythia is resilient! It is such a fast-growing shrub, that pruning errors are hardly permanent and can be corrected in subsequent years! Click the link for more tips: https://extension.unh.edu/blog/2020/02/when-how-do-you-prune-overgrown-forsythia (fb)