Conservation Commission

Kids outside and bags on the ground.
Grill cleanup
Cleaning up leaves

CARING FOR OUR MARSHES! 

A project that was recently completed by the NHDES Coastal Program in collaboration with the Great Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve; the Caring for our Marshes webpage. This webpage focuses on the valuable tidal marshes that can be found along the coast, bays and tidal rivers and acts as a guide for residents and communities looking to protect these natural features. The webpage is full of excellent resources and inviting artwork, not only giving readers the background information on why they should care for the marshes, but also how to.



***Public Hearing Notice***

The Council on Resources and Development (CORD) will hold a public meeting to accept written and oral comments concerning the following:
Wiggin Conservation Easement / Squamscott Road Culverts

Date:                Thursday, January 8, 2026

Time:                3:00 P.M.

Location:          Department of Business and Economic Affairs

                          Caswell Conference Room,

                          100 N. Main Street, Concord, NH 03301

Click here for Notice

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Mission Statement

The mission of the Stratham Conservation Commission is to preserve local natural resources through land acquisition, stewardship and education.

If you are interested in presenting to the Conservation Commission, or would like to request a topic be placed on an upcoming agenda, please contact the Planning Department at planning@strathamnh.gov who will confer with the Commission Chair.

The Commission works to preserve open spaces and natural resources and the overall health of the Town’s natural environment.  The Commission leads land preservation efforts in Stratham and oversees conservation land to ensure it is maintained appropriately.  The Commission also advises the Select Board and Planning Board on issues related to open spaces, natural resource protection, and land preservation and organizes volunteer events to promote good environmental stewardship. Interested in learning more - please e-mail planning@strathamnh.gov.  Click here to fill out an Application for Appointment.

Commission Members

Name Title Term Expires
Chris West Vice Chair 2026
Allison Knab Select Board Rep  
Brad Jones Member 2026
Robert Keating Member 2026
Dan McAuliffe Member 2026
Bruce Cote Member 2027
Ryan Olsen Member 2028
  Alternate 2027
Vacancy 1 Alternate 2025