The best way to spend Earth Day is outside! Join us for a fun evening viewing of the Lyrid's meteor shower around a warm campfire with s'mores. Chat with neighbors about Earth Day and what it means to you while observing one of the great astronomy events of spring.
Join the Squam Lakes Association for a hands-on program where we’ll practice the age-old tradition of knots! We’ll start with the basics, learning both how to tie a knot and its many functions. After practicing, we’ll put our new skills to the test by building a shelter.
Join the Squam Lakes Association for a hands-on bleach printing program. Using leaves and other interesting materials found in the natural environment, we’ll transform old clothes/fabric into unique creations. Whether you consider yourself an artist or not, this simple process is accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
Join SLA staff and Lakes Region Conservation Corps for a day of spring cleaning! Help clear trails, rake campsites, and install swim lines to prepare for summer.
This annual celebration, organized by the American Hiking Society, encourages people to get outdoors, participate in trail maintenance, and advocate for the protection of trails and public lands.
Join the Squam Lakes Association for a fun, hands-on Bioinventory Bio-Blitz! Learn how to use the Seek app as a tool for observing and documenting the plants and animals that inhabit the Squam watershed; just bring your curiosity and a smartphone!
Looking to learn some basic birding identification skills, log a few new species, or simply enjoy a walk through the wooded morning chorus in good company? Join LRCC member Ally Facella on Saturday, June 13, 7:30am - 10:30am at Chamberlain Reynolds Memorial Forest for Songbird Bingo! This program will focus on learning bird identification skills as a group, primarily through sight and sound while filling out a bingo card.
Join Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) members on a water quality excursion on Squam Lake! Learn about how to take water quality data and how it contributes to our long term monitoring of Squam Lakes.
Join Lakes Region Conservation Corps Member Chloe at Squam Lakes Association (SLA) for an arboretum tour and mindfulness workshop. Immerse yourself in the SLA campus’ Community Arboretum while learning how to identify common New England tree species and care for native fruit trees. We will also explore our own connection to nature through guided mindfulness activities inspired by the arboretum.
The Weed Watchers volunteer program enables anyone to help protect our lakes against the spread of invasive species by becoming an extra pair of eyes on the lake to spot and report potential invasions. After this training session, you will be able to look for invasive species like variable milfoil on your own and know how to report sightings on Squam as an official Weed Watcher!
