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Commission reviews outreach events: City Nature Challenge participation and plans for Cedar Swamp tour
Summary
The Manchester Conservation Commission reviewed recent outreach — City Nature Challenge participation and park cleanups — and discussed scheduling a Cedar Swamp tour for June or July, with plans to broaden publicity and involve partner organizations.
Commissioners reported outreach activities May 22, including participation in the City Nature Challenge and several site cleanups, and discussed scheduling a Cedar Swamp tour for early summer.
Staff reported Manchester recorded roughly 250 observations during the City Nature Challenge weekend and that, among participating New Hampshire cities, Manchester placed second in total observations. The commission noted limited turnout at certain family-focused events, likely due to weather, and said it will increase targeted outreach next year through Manchester Proud, The Nature Conservancy and local media channels.
Commissioners discussed a planned Cedar Swamp tour intended for June to coincide with rhododendron blooms but agreed July would be an acceptable alternate if bloom timing or partner availability required it. Commissioners emphasized short, targeted publicity windows and proposed using local press, mayoral or organizational promotion to boost family and youth participation.
The commission also reviewed other recent activities including cleanups at Piscataqua Court Park, Nutts Pond, McQuiston Brook and Crystal Lake. Members volunteered to help activate local press and community partners for upcoming events and asked staff to confirm dates and partner availability before locking publicity plans.
