Discover WILD New Hampshire Day Returns Saturday, April 16

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Discover WILD New Hampshire Day Returns Saturday, April 16

CONTACT:

Mark Beauchesne: 603-271-6355
Jay Martin: 603-271-3211

April 1, 2022


Concord, NH – Discover WILD New Hampshire Day, a celebration connecting attendees with life outdoors, is set for Saturday, April 16, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the grounds of the Fish and Game Department at 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, NH. Admission is free.

Discover WILD New Hampshire Day is a fun way for the whole family to explore New Hampshire's wildlife resources and outdoor traditions. See live animals, big fish, trained falcons, and retrieving dogs in action. More than 60 outdoor and conservation organizations from around the state will be on hand to share exhibits and demonstrations. Kids will love arts and crafts and other hands-on activities such as archery, casting, and air rifle.

To view a list of the day's vendors and a map of the grounds, visit:  https://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/events/dwnh.html

This event is your chance to explore new ways to get outdoors and be active. Learn about new trends in recycling and environmental protection with the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services. Enjoy live animal presentations throughout the day. See how many warm water fish you can identify in the Fish and Game demonstration tank, and tour the newly reopened Discovery Room.

Don't miss the giant raffle of outdoor gear and other great prizes at the Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire tent! All proceeds benefit the Foundation, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's nonprofit partner.

Demonstrations of Conservation Officer K-9 teams will be conducted on the half-hour, and there will also be live animal demonstrations throughout the day.

Discover WILD New Hampshire Day is held rain or shine. Save room for lunch at one of the many specialty food trucks that will be on site this year!

Please note: no animals, with the exception of trained service dogs, will be permitted at the event. This rule will be strictly enforced.

Please leave your pets at home.

Discover WILD New Hampshire Day started in 1989 as an observance of Earth Day and a celebration of the state's wealth of natural resources and outdoor recreational opportunities.

The event is hosted by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department www.wildnh.com and sponsored by the Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire nhwildlifeheritage.org with media sponsor Binnie Media/NH1 News.

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Love the wilds of New Hampshire. Spent 7 summers in Franconia Notch when in young years.  What beautiful country!  Used to hike to Lost Lake, not far from Cannon Mountain.  This was my favorite spot!

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Love the wilds of New Hampshire. Spent 7 summers in Franconia Notch when in young years.  What beautiful country!

I agree. Thankfully there is still much of that beauty left for the younger generations to enjoy.

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