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.
Interested in learning more about loons? Join us at the The Loon Center 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 to loons, and […]
Learn about moose and the factors that have caused the New Hampshire moose population to increase or decrease since 1900. Henry Jones, Moose Project Leader and Wildlife Biologist with New Hampshire Fish and Game, will help us understand the current factors influencing moose and the future of moose in the state. This talk will be […]
The Loon Preservation Committee partners with the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center to provide educational loon cruises on Squam Lake. Observe Common Loons with an LPC biologist and Science Center naturalist, and learn about loon biology, life history, behavior, and conservation. The cruise route maximizes the likelihood of loon observations, so the route may change […]
Each year, LPC hosts an annual Loon Census to monitor New Hampshire’s loons and their progress on lakes throughout the state. The invaluable data gathered from census observations are used as: a mid-season check on productivity a mechanism for discovering unknown loons in each territory a means to track movement of loons and define relationships […]
Following the Loon Census, please join us at the Loon Center in Moultonborough (183 Lees Mill Road) for the Loon Festival from 10:00 AM–2:00 PM! The festival is a family friendly event that will feature presentations about loon biology given by LPC biologists, face painting, balloon animals, loon-themed crafts and games for kids, a Discovery […]
The Loon Preservation Committee partners with the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center to provide educational loon cruises on Squam Lake. Observe Common Loons with an LPC biologist and Science Center naturalist, and learn about loon biology, life history, behavior, and conservation. The cruise route maximizes the likelihood of loon observations, so the route may change […]
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 through the Newfound Lake Region Association. To learn more or […]
Join us for a family-friendly talk on the bounding, sliding, and swimming otter! Susie Spikol, Community Programs Director and Teacher-Naturalist for the Harris Center for Conservation, will help us get to know this charming local mammal and teach us how to recognize its tracks and signs. This talk is bound to be 'otterly' amazing! This […]
The Loon Preservation Committee partners with the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center to provide educational loon cruises on Squam Lake. Observe Common Loons with an LPC biologist and Science Center naturalist, and learn about loon biology, life history, behavior, and conservation. The cruise route maximizes the likelihood of loon observations, so the route may change […]
The Loon Preservation Committee partners with the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center to provide educational loon cruises on Squam Lake. Observe Common Loons with an LPC biologist and Science Center naturalist, and learn about loon biology, life history, behavior, and conservation. The cruise route maximizes the likelihood of loon observations, so the route may change […]
Interested in learning more about loons? Join us at the The Loon Center 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 to loons, and […]
LPC Loon Cam Operator, Bill Gassman, will talk about the 2024 Loon Cam Season, including unique photos from 24/7 footage and fascinating observations and anecdotes. Bill will also discuss how the Loon Cam works and the challenges of installation and operation. This talk will be held in person at the Loon Center (183 Lees Mill […]
The Loon Preservation Committee partners with the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center to provide educational loon cruises on Squam Lake. Observe Common Loons with an LPC biologist and Science Center naturalist, and learn about loon biology, life history, behavior, and conservation. The cruise route maximizes the likelihood of loon observations, so the route may change […]
The Loon Preservation Committee partners with the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center to provide educational loon cruises on Squam Lake. Observe Common Loons with an LPC biologist and Science Center naturalist, and learn about loon biology, life history, behavior, and conservation. The cruise route maximizes the likelihood of loon observations, so the route may change […]
Author Glenn Knoblock will discuss his new book, Loons of New Hampshire, written in collaboration with the Loon Preservation Committee. The book is a detailed historical narrative of loons in New Hampshire and LPC's work to help them. Copies of his book will be on hand for purchase, and Glenn will be happy to sign […]
The Loon Preservation Committee partners with the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center to provide educational loon cruises on Squam Lake. Observe Common Loons with an LPC biologist and Science Center naturalist, and learn about loon biology, life history, behavior, and conservation. The cruise route maximizes the likelihood of loon observations, so the route may change […]
The Loon Preservation Committee partners with the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center to provide educational loon cruises on Squam Lake. Observe Common Loons with an LPC biologist and Science Center naturalist, and learn about loon biology, life history, behavior, and conservation. The cruise route maximizes the likelihood of loon observations, so the route may change […]
Join us for an in-person presentation from Nisa Marks, Watershed Coordinator with New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, for a discussion of all things cyanobacteria. As a watershedcoordinator, Nisa helps associations and watershed stake holders with issues related to cyanobacteria, watershed planning and water quality. Nisa has a B.S. degree in Biology from Yale University […]
Join a naturalist from the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center and meet three live owls that you may encounter in New Hampshire forests, fields, or wetlands. Learn about their place in our ecosystem and discover what makes these animals well-suited for life in New Hampshire. It'll be a hoot! This talk will be held in […]
The Loon Preservation Committee partners with the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center to provide educational loon cruises on Squam Lake. Observe Common Loons with an LPC biologist and Science Center naturalist, and learn about loon biology, life history, behavior, and conservation. The cruise route maximizes the likelihood of loon observations, so the route may change […]
