BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Squam Lakes Association - ECPv6.10.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Squam Lakes Association X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://squamlakes.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Squam Lakes Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T150000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141359 CREATED:20250612T190332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T204458Z UID:21864-1754991000-1755010800@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Monoprint making inspired by Squam Lake DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/monoprint-making-inspired-by-squam-lake/ CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Monoprint-Making.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T140000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141400 CREATED:20250726T133206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T140952Z UID:22090-1754816400-1754834400@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Volunteer: Trail Work Day on Wentworth Trail DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-trail-work-day-on-wentworth-trail/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Trail-Work-e1753538700783.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T120000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141400 CREATED:20250726T161011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T161011Z UID:22047-1754730000-1754740800@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Hiking Haikus DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/hiking-haikus/ LOCATION:Whitten Woods\, Highland St\, Ashland\, NH\, 03431\, United States CATEGORIES:Adventure Ecology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Haiku-png.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T150000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141400 CREATED:20250712T182929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T184354Z UID:22015-1754211600-1754233200@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:FULL Volunteer: Water Quality Day DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-water-quality-day-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/fullsizeoutput_107b-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T103000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141400 CREATED:20250318T185945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T121313Z UID:20893-1754127000-1754130600@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:SLA Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/sla-annual-meeting/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG_0446-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T130000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141400 CREATED:20250708T131613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T194013Z UID:21987-1753606800-1753621200@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Volunteer: Trail Work Day on Old Bridle Path DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-trail-work-day/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/1024-1365-e1748013886793.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T120000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141400 CREATED:20250715T164736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T213514Z UID:22030-1753516800-1753531200@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Paddle the Lake DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/paddle-the-lake/ CATEGORIES:Adventure Ecology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/canoe-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T150000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141400 CREATED:20250628T191102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T180306Z UID:21941-1753002000-1753023600@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Volunteer: Water Quality Day DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-water-quality-day-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/fullsizeoutput_107b-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T120000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141400 CREATED:20250709T164827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T164827Z UID:21999-1752919200-1752926400@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Moss Mosey DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/moss-mosey/ CATEGORIES:Adventure Ecology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/moss-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T130000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141400 CREATED:20250602T175921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T182402Z UID:21767-1752912000-1752930000@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Squam Canoe Classic: Bass Fishing Tournament - July DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/squam-canoe-classic-bass-fishing-tournament-july2025/ CATEGORIES:Bass Tournament ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Bonsal-Brooks-1-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T140000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141400 CREATED:20250606T201936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250607T173708Z UID:21826-1752400800-1752415200@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Volunteer: Weed Watchers Training Day DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-weed-watchers-training-day-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/24-06-22-13-22-25-3826-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250706T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250706T113000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141400 CREATED:20250702T173117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T173153Z UID:21957-1751796000-1751801400@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Sprint Canoeing DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/introduction-to-sprint-canoeing/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/July-6-Spring-Canoeing-1-png.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T150000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141400 CREATED:20250606T121404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250614T134713Z UID:21801-1751189400-1751209200@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Volunteer: Water Quality Day DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-water-quality-day/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/fullsizeoutput_107b-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T083000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141400 CREATED:20250328T125636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T145033Z UID:21065-1751099400-1751099400@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Think Like a Fish: Seasonal Fish Behavior DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/think-like-a-fish-seasonal-fish-behavior/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Bowman-kayak-trip-2-1-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T120000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141400 CREATED:20250608T135139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T150158Z UID:21840-1750672800-1750680000@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Ecosystem Services DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/ecosystem-services/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/woodshikeGOOD.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T140000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141400 CREATED:20250612T204106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T204106Z UID:21868-1750582800-1750600800@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Volunteer: Trail Workday on Wentworth Trail DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-trail-workday-on-wentworth-trail/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Trail-Work-e1753538700783.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T150000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141400 CREATED:20250515T145653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T151253Z UID:21571-1750510800-1750518000@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Open House and Ribbon Cutting DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/open-house-and-ribbon-cutting/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Drone_3-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T130000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141400 CREATED:20250602T172738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T182319Z UID:21662-1750492800-1750510800@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Squam Canoe Classic: Bass Fishing Tournament - June DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/squam-canoe-classic-bass-fishing-tournament-june2025/ CATEGORIES:Public Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Bonsal-Brooks-1-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T120000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141401 CREATED:20250420T170329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T163639Z UID:21365-1749981600-1749988800@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Canopy of Contagion DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/canopy-of-contagion/ CATEGORIES:Adventure Ecology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/viewchamberlain-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T140000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141401 CREATED:20250523T151622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T180529Z UID:21680-1749286800-1749304800@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Volunteer: National Trails Day DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-national-trails-day/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3899-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T160000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141401 CREATED:20250319T175423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T193208Z UID:20907-1748782800-1748793600@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Volunteer: Water Quality Training DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-water-quality-training-day/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/fullsizeoutput_107b-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T120000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141401 CREATED:20250520T200301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T140303Z UID:21603-1748772000-1748779200@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Art vs. Science DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/art-vs-science/ CATEGORIES:Adventure Ecology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/plant.gif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T140000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141401 CREATED:20250515T162015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T162015Z UID:21583-1748685600-1748700000@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Volunteer: Weed Watchers Training Day DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-weed-watchers-training-day/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/24-06-22-13-22-25-3826-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T100000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141401 CREATED:20250325T142543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T174520Z UID:20972-1748678400-1748685600@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Who's that Bird? DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/whos-that-bird/ CATEGORIES:Adventure Ecology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/bird--scaled-e1743356736127.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T120000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141401 CREATED:20250408T163859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T165427Z UID:21034-1748167200-1748174400@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:FULL: I Lichen Fungi DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/i-lichen-fungi/ CATEGORIES:Adventure Ecology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG_2220-e1744130413422.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T180000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141401 CREATED:20250513T174209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T165942Z UID:21536-1748012400-1748023200@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Capturing the Beauty of Pipers Cove En Plein Air DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/capturing-the-beauty-of-pipers-cove-en-plein-air/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/painting-e1747158225977.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T160000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141401 CREATED:20250420T172427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T174805Z UID:21372-1747576800-1747584000@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Fire is Alive DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/fire-is-alive/ CATEGORIES:Adventure Ecology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/20240222_124412_IMG_4555-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T170000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141401 CREATED:20250403T194741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T194741Z UID:21177-1746261000-1746291600@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Spring Workday DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-spring-workday/ CATEGORIES:Volunteering END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T123000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141401 CREATED:20250320T183126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250420T181025Z UID:20963-1745749800-1745757000@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Earth Week Journal Hike DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/earth-week-journal-hike/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/24-05-04-13-53-40-3322-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T120000 DTSTAMP:20260516T141401 CREATED:20250325T141458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T193713Z UID:20945-1745143200-1745150400@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Spring Cleaning DESCRIPTION:Today's Adventure Ecology:\n\nJoin the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) on Saturday\, November 8th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Belknap Woods for an adventure ecology exploring what wild NH residents do to survive winter. Mammals\, birds\, amphibians\, reptiles\, fish\, and plants all have to use different strategies and adaptations to live through cold and lean months. Beautiful Belknap contains many habitats for hibernation to explore. Come learn about some fascinating survival methods while enjoying an easy 2 mile hike.We will meet at Belknap Woods Parking Lot at 9:45 am to fill out liability waivers and hit the trail at 10:00 am. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration is required for this free event.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register now\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\n\n\nPlease bring a water bottle and a snack. As it is beginning to get chilly\, please dress in layers and bring a hat\, gloves\, coat\, etc. needed. As there are many wetland areas on the trail\, water resistant hiking shoes are best.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMy name is Danielle Dexter and I am from Keene\, New Hampshire. I graduated from Keene State College in 2024 where I studied Environmental Studies and Spanish. I developed a deep love for nature by growing up spending my time in the woods and lakes of NH; hiking\, day dreaming\, and looking for wildlife. Travel\, experiential learning\, and service based learning have greatly influenced my education and interests. I am excited to be back in my beautiful home state to learn more about lake conservation while helping to teach the public about all things ecology.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nBelknap Woods\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nParking for Belknap Woods is located on the south boundary of Squam Lake off of NH-25B. When traveling southeast on US-3 towards Meredith\, turn left on to NH-25B. Parking is roughly a mile down NH-25B on the right side of the road. Parking space is limited but you can park next to trailhead and across the street on the shoulder.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nSLA's Adventure Ecology trips\n\nThroughout the year\, the Squam Lakes Association offers free programs open to the public on a variety of nature and conservation related topics.The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the Lakes Region Conservation Corps members who perform important conservation work in support of the Association's mission.\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLakes Region Conservation Corps\n\nThe Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) is an AmeriCorps service program that develops skills and experiences for conservation professionals. The program provides hands-on conservation work experience and numerous certifications over a broad range of areas.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about the LRCC program URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/spring-cleaning/ CATEGORIES:Adventure Ecology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/trillium-scaled-e1743356675488.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR