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We encourage you to explore the Commission's website.  Our goal is to provide information about the many ways in which we can all work together to study, protect, and enjoy New London's exceptional natural resources. 

  Conservation Commission Objectives

The Conservation Commission's overall objective is to develop and lead programs and activities to reasonably protect and expand the significant and diverse natural resources in the Town of New London in order to maximize the enjoyment of these resources by all current and future residents and visitors.

Detail concerning the defined mission, major activities, and membership of the Commission can be found in the About section.

  Conservation Commission News

• Trail Patch Program -  The Commission recently developed a program whereby hikers can earn a patch to recognize the completion of all trails maintained by the commission.  A description of the program and guidelines are available in the trails section.
• Invasives - The Commission has developed a Homeowner's Guide to Control of Japanese Knotweed, a particularly troublesome invasive established in the region.  The Education section provides a link to this guide as well as additional links concerning invasives.
• Meeting Minutes - Minutes from prior Commission meetings are available via this link at the Town of New London website.
• Recent Projects - Explore materials regarding current Commission projects.

Notices / Upcoming Events

Trail Maintenance Worker Needed
The New London Conservation Commission is seeking a trail maintenance support person to help with the maintenance, repairs and various trail projects this summer season. Schedule includes 240 work hours, which must be flexible, subject to weather and specific needs. Basic transportation, cell phone, ability to climb steep terrain and lift heavy objects is required. For more details, interested applicants may apply to NLCC 375 Main St. New London, NH 03257

New London's Natural Resources include many high quality lakes, streams, forested acres and open vistas that are the focus of the New London Conservation Commission's activities. 

Above is a view of the Lower Cascade as seen from the Great Brook Trail.  This trail one of several trails maintained by the Commission with the assistance of many trail adopters and trail maintenance volunteers. 

The trail system in New London is exceptional and consists of over 26 miles of trails of varied length and difficulty.  Visit the Trails section to view a description and map of each trail.  Avid hikers are rewarded with the patch below.  Click here for details.