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.

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 […]

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 […]