KEENE, N.H. – The New Hampshire Association of Conservation Commissions (NHACC) and the Cheshire County Conservation District (CCCD) will host the annual Conservation Commission Potluck on Wednesday, Oct. 7, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the Monadnock Conservancy in Keene N.H.
This year’s topic will be “Report Findings from Turtle Assessment Study.” Jeff Littleton from Moosewood Ecological will present findings from a 2025 assessment of turtle wetland-road crossings. Learn how undersized culverts impact flooding and safe passage for turtles and other aquatic and semiaquatic wildlife. The Moosewood study examined habitat connectivity throughout Cheshire County, assessing culverts and other stream-crossing infrastructure for their functionality for safe passage for turtles. The presentation will cover research discovery including culvert assessment for turtle crossing and flood risks. Improving culvert passage and reducing road access are key elements to restoring aquatic connectivity, reducing road mortality, and potentially reducing or eliminating flooding risks at wetland road crossings.
There will be allocated time for group breakout sessions and a roundtable discussion. Attendees are asked to bring a dish to share for the evening’s potluck. NHACC and CCCD will also provide some locally sourced snacks.
The event is free, and registration is required at www.cheshireconservation.org/event-details/2026-annual-conservation-commission-potluck. This event is a collaboration between the New Hampshire Association of Conservation Commissions and the Cheshire County Conservation District. If you have any questions regarding the event or require assistance in registration, please contact info@cheshireconservation.org or 603-904-3011.