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.

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 […]

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 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 […]

Loon Presentation: Tin Mountain Conservation Center

Tin Mountain Conservation Center 1245 Bald Hill Road, Conway, NH, United States

Interested in learning more about loons? Join us at the Nature Learning Center at Tin Mountain Conservation Center on June 6 from 7:00–8:00 PM! . Our presentations typically run 45 minutes, with time left at the end for questions. This presentation will focus on the biology and life history of loons, the threats that loons […]

Super Stellar Friday: Loon Presentation at the McAuliffe Shepard Discovery Center

Have you ever wondered why a loon’s eyes are red? Why loon chicks ride on their parents’ backs? What loons are saying with those eerie calls in the night? Join LPC Senior Biologist/Director, Harry Vogel, as he talks about this unique symbol of New Hampshire’s wild lakes and its special place in the hearts of […]

Loon Presentation: Walden Pond

Walden Pond State Reservation 915 Walden Street, Concord, MA, United States

Henry David Thoreau described a  loon’s call as, “Perhaps the wildest sound that is ever heard here, making the woods ring far and wide.” Join us for a presentation about loons inspired by Thoreau’s admiration for them. DCR Wildlife Biologist Jillian Whitney and Loon Preservation Committee Outreach Coordinator/Biologist Caroline Hughes will discuss Common Loons, their […]

Library Presentation: Wolfeboro Public Library

Wolfeboro Public Library 259 South Main Street, Wolfeboro, NH, United States

Interested in learning more about loons? Join us at the Wolfeboro Public Library on June 11 from 6:00–7:00 PM! . Our presentations typically run 45 minutes, with time left at the end for questions. This presentation will focus on the biology and life history of loons, the threats that loons face, and the work that […]

Library 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 13 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 […]

Loon Presentation: Acton, ME Town Hall

Interested in learning more about loons? Join us at the Town Hall in Acton, ME (35 H Rd, Acton, ME 04001) on June 18 from 6:00–7:00 PM! . Our presentations typically run 45 minutes, with time left at the end for questions. This presentation will focus on the biology and life history of loons, the […]

Library Presentation: Barrington Public Library

Interested in learning more about loons? Join us at the Barrington Public Library on June 19 from 6:00–7:00 PM! . Our presentations typically run 45 minutes, with time left at the end for questions. This presentation will focus on the biology and life history of loons, the threats that loons face, and the work that […]

Guided Paddle: Massabesic Lake

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 lakes, and what work is being done to preserve these beautiful, iconic birds in New Hampshire? Join us for a paddling trip on Massabesic Lake, led […]

Squam Lake Loon Cruise

Squam Lake Natural Science Center 23 Science Center Road, Holderness, NH, United States

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 […]

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 through the Newfound Lake Region Association. To learn more or […]

Squam Lake Loon Cruise

Squam Lake Natural Science Center 23 Science Center Road, Holderness, NH, United States

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 […]