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.

Loon Center Presentation – Every Wednesday

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

A Loon Preservation Committee biologist is at the Loon Center every Wednesday, from 2 – 3:00 PM, giving a presentation in the exhibit room. 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 […]

Summer Nature Talks – The Nature of Coyotes with Chris Schadler of Project Coyote

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

Join us in person at the Loon Center or live stream the event at youtube.com/loonorgnh. Chris’ interest in wild canids began in the 1970s as a volunteer at the Wolf Park in Battleground, Indiana, and inspired a Masters in Conservation Biology at Antioch University. Her thesis focused on the Natural Recovery of the Eastern Timber Wolf […]

Lakeside Loon Paddle – Lake Winnipesaukee

Lees Mill Boat Ramp

Join us on Saturday, August 6th from 12 – 4:00 PM for a paddling trip to visit with and learn about Lake Winnipesaukee’s loons. The Loon Preservation Committee is excited to partner with the Appalachian Mountain Club NH Paddlers to provide a series of guided paddling trips centered on loon education. In a small group […]

Loon Center Presentation – Every Wednesday

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

A Loon Preservation Committee biologist is at the Loon Center every Wednesday, from 2 – 3:00 PM, giving a presentation in the exhibit room. 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 […]

Summer Nature Talks – Relocating Turtles – Should We OR Shouldn’t We? With Chris Bogard

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

Join us in person at the Loon Center or live stream the event at youtube.com/loonorgnh. Have you ever found a turtle crossing a road and decided to move it to a safer location? Surprisingly, this may prove to be even more hazardous to the relocated turtle. Disease, genetic and dispersal issues are some of the topics […]

Summer Nature Talks – Bird Migration: Fun Facts and Shameless Speculations with Dr. Pam Hunt

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

Join us in person at the Loon Center or live stream the event at youtube.com/loonorgnh. Why do birds migrate? How do they know where they’re going? The phenomenon of bird migration has fascinated people for millennia, and in this program the answers are finally revealed! Dr. Pam Hunt of NH Audubon will provide an overview of […]

Summer Nature Talks – John Rockwood & Harry Vogel: End of Season Report

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

Join us in person at the Loon Center or live stream the event at youtube.com/loonorgnh. Wildlife photographer John Rockwood will share photos and video of local loon families from two southern NH lakes, from arrival through August. LPC Senior Biologist/Executive Director, Harry Vogel, will present trends in New Hampshire’s loon population and preliminary statistics on how […]

Holiday Open House

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

  We will host our annual Holiday Open House at The Loon Center in Moultonborough, NH on Saturday, November 26th from 10am - 2pm. There will be fun for the whole family, including horse-drawn hay rides, balloon animals, crafts for the kids, and a visit from Santa! There will also be special holiday sales in […]

Presentation: Gordon Nash Library, New Hampton NH

Gordon Nash Library, New Hampton NH 69 Main Street, New Hampton, NH, United States

Interested in learning more about loons? Join us at the Gordon Nash Library on April 4th from 6:30–7:30 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 […]

Loon Presentation: Oscar Foss Memorial Library, Barnstead NH

Oscar Foss Memorial Library 111 S Barnstead Road, Barnstead, NH, United States

Interested in learning more about loons? Join us at the Oscar Foss Memorial Library on May 18th 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 rearing, […]

Guided Loon Paddle—Mirror Lake and Forest Lake, Whitefield NH

Join us for paddles on Mirror Lake and Forest Lake in Whitefield to visit with and learn about New Hampshire's breeding loons. In a small group setting, we will observe and interpret loon behaviors and vocalizations, learn the fascinating history of the loons on each lake, and discuss the conservation concerns that have affected them […]

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 May 31st 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 […]

Loon Presentation: Ossipee Public Library

Ossipee Public Library 74 Main Street, Center Ossipee, NH, United States

Interested in learning more about loons? Join us at the Ossipee Public Library on June 2nd 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 […]

Guided Loon Paddle: Massabesic Lake, Auburn

Join us for paddles on Massabesic Lake in Auburn to visit with and learn about New Hampshire's breeding loons. In a small group setting, we will observe and interpret loon behaviors and vocalizations, learn the fascinating history of the loons on each lake, and discuss the conservation concerns that have affected them and the management […]

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 June 7th 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 […]

Loon Presentation: Conway Public Library

Conway Public Library 15 Greenwood Ave, Conway, NH, United States

Interested in learning more about loons? Join us at the Conway Public Library on June 7th 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 rearing, threats […]

Guided Loon Paddle: Pemigewasset Lake, Meredith NH

Join us for paddles on Pemigewasset Lake in Meredith/New Hampton to visit with and learn about New Hampshire's breeding loons. In a small group setting, we will observe and interpret loon behaviors and vocalizations, learn the fascinating history of the loons on each lake, and discuss the conservation concerns that have affected them and the […]

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 June 14th 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 […]

Loon Presentation: New Durham Public Library

New Durha Public Library 2 Old Bay Road, New Durham, NH, United States

Interested in learning more about loons? Join us at the New Durham Public Library on June 14th from 5:30–6:30 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, […]

Loon Presentation: Gilford Public Library

Gilford Public Library 31 Potter Hill Road, Gilford, NH, United States

Interested in learning more about loons? Join us at the Gilford Public Library on June 15th 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 rearing, threats […]