EXPLORING OUR TRAILS – APRIL 18TH
Schott Brennan Falls Reserve hike
Join representatives of the Francestown Land Trust and the Francestown Conservation Commission on Saturday, April 18th on the first hike of our 2026 series of programs, with a two-mile hike through the Schott Brennan Falls Reserve.
We will take the Bullard Hill Class VI Road to the Schott Brennan Falls Reserve trailhead and kiosk. From there, a forest road will take us past the old Mill Pond meadow and a new bench overlooking the water before transitioning onto a forest trail ending at the 20-foot high Brennan Falls. The footing on this hike is easy to moderate with some rocky and uneven terrain and some hills. Come expecting to learn some of the history of the Oak Hill area and this conserved 150-acre forest. The hike will leave at 9:30 AM and return by noon.
Registration helps us plan, so please register no later than Thursday April 16th by sending an email to info@francestownlandtrust.org. Title your email “Register for Brennan Falls hike” and include your name, telephone, and the number in your party. Registrants will receive emails with directions to the trailhead and any updates. Plan for tick protection and bring water and a snack for yourself. No dogs please.
For more information, contact Hannah Proctor, land line 603-547-2816, or via email at hqproctor@gmail.com.
Date: Saturday, April 18th
Time: 9:30AM to 12:00PM
Location: Schott Brennan Falls Reserve
About The Francestown Land trust
Mission and History
The mission of the Francestown Land Trust is to help preserve natural land areas significant to Francestown and to provide conservation opportunities and education for area residents.
History
Founded in 1986, the Francestown Land Trust (FLT) is dedicated to protecting critical natural land areas in Francestown, New Hampshire, and nearby environs. A registered 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization, FLT can hold and monitor conservation easements, help negotiate land transfers, and, with public support, purchase sensitive properties.
FLT currently owns 1,334 acres of property, including the Rand Brook Forest and Schott Brennan Falls Reserve, all of which are accessible to the public.
Additionally, FLT holds conservation easements on 37 privately owned properties, facilitating the protection of an additional 1,871 acres.
In total, FLT contributes to the preservation of 3,205 acres and also maintains one Executory Interest.
membership and governance
Annual Membership dues help support the FLT mission. If you would like to join please click on the link below to sign up.
A grassroots organization, FLT’s all-volunteer structure consists of an eleven-member working Board of Directors and a network of active volunteers. Board members, current and past, have received the prestigious Gordon A. Russell Award, given annually by the Piscataquog Land Conservancy, for leadership and unusual achievements in conservation. Board members, current and past, have also been honored with the Tudor Richards Award from New Hampshire Audubon