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.

Guided Paddling Trip: Baxter Lake

Baxter Lake

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 setting, we will observe and interpret loon behaviors and vocalizations, learn the fascinating history of the loons on each lake, and discuss the conservation […]

Loon Center Presentation

The Loon Center 183 Lees Mill Road, Moultonborough, NH, 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 […]

Summer Nature Talk – Northwoods Wildlife Safari with Team Mooseman

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. Rick and Libby met through their love of nature and wildlife. From Moose to Loons, their love and respect for wildlife is obvious through their photographs. Their philosophy is simple – create as little disturbance as possible so the animals can […]

Massabesic Lake Loon Presentation

Massabesic Audubon Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, United States

Where: Massabesic Audubon Center, 26 Audubon Way Auburn, NH United States When: July 8th, 6–7 PM Event Description: 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 lake […]

Loon Center Presentations – 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 – Loon Cam Recap

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. Join us as Bill Gassman, LPC’s volunteer Loon Cam Operator, shares the drama of the 2022 LoonCam season, showing photos from the LoonCam and reviewing the most interesting things we have seen and learned while watching nesting loons. Bill will also […]

Annual Loon Census

We are calling to the public to participate in LPC's annual loon census! The 2022 Loon Census will be held Saturday, July 16th from 8-9 am. 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 […]

Annual Loon Festival

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

After the Loon Census, come join us for the 43rd Annual Loon Festival at the Loon Center in Moultonborough from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. There will be fun, food, and games for the whole family! Everyone is welcome. The Squam Lakes Natural Science Center will have a Discovery Table full of interesting wildlife artifacts […]

Littleton Library Presentation

Littleton Public Library 92 Main St, Littleton, NH, United States

The Loon Preservation Committee is partnering with Littleton Library and inviting the public to join this presentation! 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 […]

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 […]

Berlin Library Presentation

Berlin Public Library 270 Main Street, Berlin, NH, United States

The Loon Preservation Committee is partnering with Berlin Library and inviting the public to join this presentation! 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 […]

Summer Nature Talks – New Hampshire’s Bobcats with NHF&G Biologist Patrick Tate

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. Bobcats are distributed throughout North America and are one of two species of wildcats living in New Hampshire. Previously recognized as a livestock predator subject to bounties, bobcats have seen a population rebound and are now found in all ten counties. […]

Lakeside Loon Paddle – Lake Waukewan

Lake Waukewan Public Boat Ramp Waukewan St, Meredith, NH, United States

This event has hit its attendance capacity. To join the waitlist, please email Caroline Hughes at chughes@loon.org Join us on Sunday, July 24th from 4 –6:30 PM for a paddling trip to visit with and learn about Lake Waukewan’s loons. In a small group setting, we will observe and interpret loon behaviors and vocalizations, learn […]

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 – Hummingbirds of the Americas with Dana & Bob Duxbury-Fox

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. Dana and Bob will focus on “What is a hummingbird?” and their personal adventures with ten different, remarkable species seen on their journeys in the Americas. They will also share results of recent research giving deeper insights into the wonders of […]

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 […]