In an ongoing effort to educate the public about loons, we host a number of fun and informative events through the year, for example, talks, cruises, festivals, and fundraisers.

Swains Lake Guided Paddle

Have you ever wondered why loon chicks ride on their parents’ backs? What loons are saying with those eerie calls in the night? Do they mate for life? What threats do they face? What work is being done to preserve these beautiful, iconic birds in New Hampshire? Join us for a paddling trip, led by […]

Squam Lake Loon Cruise

The Loon Preservation Committee partners with the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center to provide loon cruises on Squam. Observe Common Loons with an LPC biologist and Science Center naturalist as they share the latest news about loon conservation, biology, and monitoring. Learn about the work LPC does across the state and on Squam to protect […]

Thursday Night Nature Talk: Squam Lakes Natural Science Center and Live Animals

The Loon Center 183 Lees Mill Road, Moultonborough, NH, United States

Join us in person at The Loon Center (183 Lees Mill Road, Moultonborough NH) for this great interactive presentation! A naturalist from the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center will show and discuss three live wild animals that you may encounter in New Hampshire's forests, fields, or wetlands. Learn about their places in our ecosystems and […]

Squam Lake Loon Cruise

The Loon Preservation Committee partners with the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center to provide loon cruises on Squam. Observe Common Loons with an LPC biologist and Science Center naturalist as they share the latest news about loon conservation, biology, and monitoring. Learn about the work LPC does across the state and on Squam to protect […]

Squam Lake Loon Cruise

The Loon Preservation Committee partners with the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center to provide loon cruises on Squam. Observe Common Loons with an LPC biologist and Science Center naturalist as they share the latest news about loon conservation, biology, and monitoring. Learn about the work LPC does across the state and on Squam to protect […]

Loon Center Presentation

The Loon Center 183 Lees Mill Road, Moultonborough, NH, United States

Interested in learning more about loons? Join us at the The Loon Center on August 9th from 2:30–3:30 PM! This presentation is open to the public and free of charge. Our presentations typically run 45 minutes, with time left at the end for questions. Topics discussed include basic loon biology, nesting and chick rearing, threats […]

Newfound Lake Loon Cruise

The Loon Preservation Committee is partnering with the Newfound Lake Region Association to provide a series of three loon cruises on Newfound Lake this summer. Observe Common Loons with an LPC biologist and learn about loon biology, behavior, and conservation efforts. Advance reservations are required. To learn more or purchase tickets, please click here.

Thursday Night Nature Talk: The Secret Lives of Our Backyard Raptors with Phil Brown

The Loon Center 183 Lees Mill Road, Moultonborough, NH, United States

Join us in person at The Loon Center (183 Lees Mill Road, Moultonborough NH) for this presentation given by Phil Brown, Bird Conservation Director & Land Specialist at the Harris Center for Conservation Education. Phil will provide an overview of recent research and management efforts to monitor and protect two species of raptors—the forest-dwelling Broad-winged […]

Squam Lakes Loon Cruise

The Loon Preservation Committee partners with the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center to provide loon cruises on Squam. Observe Common Loons with an LPC biologist and Science Center naturalist as they share the latest news about loon conservation, biology, and monitoring. Learn about the work LPC does across the state and on Squam to protect […]

Squam Lake Loon Cruise

The Loon Preservation Committee partners with the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center to provide loon cruises on Squam. Observe Common Loons with an LPC biologist and Science Center naturalist as they share the latest news about loon conservation, biology, and monitoring. Learn about the work LPC does across the state and on Squam to protect […]

Thursday Night Nature Talk: The Black Bear of New Hampshire with Don Allen

The Loon Center 183 Lees Mill Road, Moultonborough, NH, United States

The presence of the Black Bear in modern New Hampshire is a wildlife restoration success story. Join New Hampshire Fish & Game Wildlife Steward, Don Allen, as he recounts the comeback of the Black Bear, from a depleted population of only 500 in 1900 to nearly 5000 in the past decade. The sight of the […]

Squam Lake Loon Cruise

The Loon Preservation Committee partners with the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center to provide loon cruises on Squam. Observe Common Loons with an LPC biologist and Science Center naturalist as they share the latest news about loon conservation, biology, and monitoring. Learn about the work LPC does across the state and on Squam to protect […]

Squam Lake Loon Cruise

The Loon Preservation Committee partners with the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center to provide loon cruises on Squam. Observe Common Loons with an LPC biologist and Science Center naturalist as they share the latest news about loon conservation, biology, and monitoring. Learn about the work LPC does across the state and on Squam to protect […]

Volunteer Appreciation Potluck, Annual Meeting, and End of Season Presentation by Harry Vogel and John Rockwood

The Loon Center 183 Lees Mill Road, Moultonborough, NH, United States

Join us for a night of camaraderie and information about New Hampshire's loons! This event runs from 5:30—8:00 PM and consists of three different segments. Join us for one or all segments! 5:00 PM: Gather & Setup 5:30 PM: Volunteer Appreciation Potluck—This section of the night is intended to allow LPC staff to check in […]

Squam Lake Loon Cruise

The Loon Preservation Committee partners with the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center to provide loon cruises on Squam. Observe Common Loons with an LPC biologist and Science Center naturalist as they share the latest news about loon conservation, biology, and monitoring. Learn about the work LPC does across the state and on Squam to protect […]

Discover WILD NH Day

LPC will have a table at Discover WILD NH Day, an annual event hosted by NH Fish and Game at their headquarters (11 Hazen Drive, Concord NH). Stop by to see us and learn about loons! We will be operating our Lead Tackle Buyback Program at our table, so before coming to the event, be […]

Library Presentation: Acworth Silsby Library, Acworth NH

Interested in learning more about loons? Join us at the Acworth Silsby Library on April 28th from 2:00–3:00 PM! This presentation is open to the public and free of charge. Our presentations typically run 45 minutes, with time left at the end for questions. Topics discussed include basic loon biology, nesting and chick rearing, threats […]

Library Presentation: Weeks Public Library, Greenland NH

Interested in learning more about loons? Join us at Weeks Public Library in Greenland, NH on April 29 from 6:00–7:00 PM! This presentation is open to the public and free of charge. Our presentations typically run 45 minutes, with time left at the end for questions. Topics discussed include basic loon biology, nesting and chick […]

Loons on Massabesic Lake

Massabesic Audubon Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, United States

For many, the haunting call of the loon is an important part of the New Hampshire lake experience. Often seen as a symbol of the northern wilderness, loons are a beloved fixture on New Hampshire lakes, and many lakegoers enjoy watching them as they raise their young. However, the breeding season can be a vulnerable time for loons—they face many threats, both natural […]

Chocorua Lake Guided Paddle

NOTE: Thank you to all who are interested in this event! We have hit our 15 person capacity. Email volunteers@loon.org to be added to our waitlist. Have you ever wondered why loon chicks ride on their parents’ backs? What loons are saying with those eerie calls in the night? What threats they face on our […]