Stronger Towns: Preparing NH Communities for Flooding
- March 3, 2026
- Planning
On Monday, April 6th, from 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm at Heberton Hall in Keene, NH, Erich Osterberg and Christa Daniels of Dartmouth College are hosting a workshop for local leaders, planners, and community service organizations across New Hampshire to address flooding, a growing threat for many of our communities. Lunch is provided at 12 pm for those who would like to arrive and network before the event.
The goal is to better understand on-the-ground challenges, identify gaps in resources and response, and work together to create more effective, community-informed approaches to flood preparedness and response.
This is a free event. In addition, a small stipend is available to support participation by representatives from small or rural towns and community service organizations, particularly if flooding is not part of your official job responsibilities.
The workshop will begin with an overview of current climate and flood trends and projections, ongoing research to help identify areas at high risk for flooding, and a sampling of success stories we are seeing across the region. This will be followed by small-group discussion sessions exploring key questions such as:
- What are towns and residents experiencing during flood events?
- What data, tools, or supports are missing before, during, and after flooding? And what is the best way for towns to access this information?
- How can we better align planning efforts with community needs and capacities?
This is a chance for voices from the front lines to help shape more responsive and inclusive flood preparedness strategies across the region. Please let us know if you can attend by completing the registration form to help us plan the space and order enough lunch for everyone who is attending. If you have any questions, please reach out to Christa Daniels at [email protected].
Thank you for all you do to support resilient communities,
Erich Osterberg and Christa Daniels
Dartmouth College
