March 1, 2011 – Celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Weeks Act.  
One hundred years ago today, President William Howard Taft signed the Weeks Act into law. 

Why is the Weeks Act important? Main reason is the logging practices of the 19 & 20th century timber barons are forever gone and the wilderness is protected for all future generations to enjoy. Something to think about as you cross over the footbridge into the Pemigewasset Wilderness this year.

The above abutments that support the footbridge are from the old Trestle 7, which was used by the East Branch & Lincoln Railroad to cross Franconia Brook in Lincoln, New Hampshire USA. 

1) View our 19th – 20th Century Logging Era Imagery 

2) View all our White Mountains, NH Logging Era Imagery

Enjoy!

Erin Paul Donovan

Owner of ScenicNH Photography LLC

Erin Paul is a professional photographer, writer, and author who specializes in environmental conservation and historic preservation photography mainly in the New Hampshire White Mountains. His work is published worldwide, and publication credits include: Appalachian Mountain Club, Appalachian Trail Conservancy, Backpacker Magazine, and The Wilderness Society.