The Impact of Second Homes in the Northern Forest | Mountain Voices

Presented by Dr. Brian Eisenhauer
February 10, 2022, 7-8pm

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Tourism and second homes are a major part of the economy with a long history in the Northern Forest region of New England and Canada. Second homes and their residents have influenced the environment and culture of the region in many ways, and are an integral part of people’s “sense of place” – the meanings and identities we associate with the landscape. This presentation will explore the history of the effects of second homes in the Northern Forest, and will examine connections with current events such as the Covid-19 pandemic.

Dr. Brian Eisenhauer received his Ph.D. in environmental sociology from Utah State University, and his master’s and bachelor’s degrees from Humboldt State University and Colorado State University, respectively. In 2010 Brian became Director of the Office of Environmental Sustainability at Plymouth State University.

Brian’s work has focuses on sustainability, grassroots activism, environmental communications, conservation, and program evaluation. He has worked on many different research projects and enjoys collaborating with students to facilitate the development of their professional skills. In his role as Director of the Office of Environmental Sustainability Brian works with PSU faculty, staff, and students to reduce the University’s environmental impacts and help others live more sustainably through active projects and education.