BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Squam Lakes Association - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T150000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260514T132501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T144131Z UID:23992-1781427600-1781449200@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:*FULL* VOLUNTEER: Water Quality Excursion DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-water-quality-excursion/ CATEGORIES:Public Program,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_1334.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T140000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260514T134423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T120807Z UID:23996-1781956800-1781964000@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Arboretum Tour DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/arboretum-tour/ CATEGORIES:Adventure Ecology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_1409-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T113000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260514T144326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T161830Z UID:24005-1782030600-1782041400@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:VOLUNTEER: Weed Watchers DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-weed-watchers/ CATEGORIES:Public Program,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-04-09-141246-png.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T100000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260616T142026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T142026Z UID:24284-1782543600-1782554400@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Birds on the Water DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/birds-on-the-water/ CATEGORIES:Adventure Ecology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/SLABirdsonSquam-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T140000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260602T204426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T165605Z UID:24259-1782552600-1782568800@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Squam Lake Inspired Monoprints DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/squam-lake-inspired-monoprints-2026/ CATEGORIES:Public Program,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Monoprint1-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T163000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260605T141447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T141948Z UID:24275-1782570600-1782577800@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:SLA Summer Kick-Off! DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/sla-summer-kick-off/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/JSLA-Campus-2026-June.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T150000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260622T142352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T154213Z UID:24427-1782637200-1782658800@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:VOLUNTEER: Water Quality Excursion DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-water-quality-excursion-3/ CATEGORIES:Public Event,Public Program,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Campting_4.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T233000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260618T162322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T180745Z UID:24392-1782811800-1782862200@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Canoeing with Dr. Ernest Byers: Learning and Leadership DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/canadian-style-canoeing-learning-and-leadership/ CATEGORIES:Public Event,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/ernie-canoe-pics-jly-28th-2025__10-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T150000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260622T144611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T155748Z UID:24431-1783674000-1783695600@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:*FULL* VOLUNTEER: Water Quality Excursion DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-water-quality-excursion-4/ CATEGORIES:Public Event,Public Program,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_1334.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T110000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260616T145522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260725T130916Z UID:24384-1783760400-1783767600@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Who's that Macroinvertebrate? DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/whos-that-macroinvertebrate/ CATEGORIES:Adventure Ecology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/IMG_1679-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T103000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260611T205445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T145253Z UID:24306-1783845000-1783852200@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Weed Watchers Workshop DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-weed-watchers-2/ CATEGORIES:Public Program,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/170819-squam-lake-weed-watchers-kayaks-volunteers-hat-smile-martens-1-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T100000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260713T211913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T211922Z UID:24568-1783933200-1783936800@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Lume Pilates - Free Mat Pilates Pop-Up DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/lume-pilates-free-mat-pilates-pop-up-sla-barn/ CATEGORIES:Public Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T133000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260706T184141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260725T130840Z UID:24533-1784372400-1784381400@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Have you Zine this? DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/have-you-zine-this/ CATEGORIES:Adventure Ecology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/haveyouzinethis.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T150000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260624T182828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T185213Z UID:24450-1784451600-1784473200@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:VOLUNTEER: Trail Workday DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-trail-workday/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/hiker-on-rattlesnake-summit-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T180000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260612T165837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T172523Z UID:24318-1784822400-1784829600@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Build Your Own Floating Wetland DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/build-your-own-floating-wetland/ LOCATION:Squam Lakes Association\, 534 US-3\, Holderness\, NH\, 03245\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/wetlands.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T130000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260704T155254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260725T130745Z UID:24497-1784973600-1784984400@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Lost Farms & Found Bearings: A Quest Through the Forest DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/lost-farms-found-bearings-a-quest-through-the-forest/ CATEGORIES:Adventure Ecology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/PXL_20260711_144146672-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T150000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260614T205355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T165859Z UID:24329-1785056400-1785078000@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:VOLUNTEER: Water Quality Excursion DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-water-quality-excursion-2/ CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/lake1-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T100000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20251010T180352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T170118Z UID:22391-1785574800-1785578400@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/annual-meeting/ 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:20260808T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T130000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260718T181131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T181644Z UID:24604-1786176000-1786194000@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Guided Hike: Morgan and Percival DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/guided-hike-morgan-and-percival/ CATEGORIES:Guided Hike ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG_2748-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T150000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260716T174436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T212951Z UID:24586-1786266000-1786287600@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Volunteer: Water Quality Excursion DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-water-quality-excursion-5/ CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG_3757-scaled-e1784224645968.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T223000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260803T171217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T132157Z UID:24736-1786739400-1786746600@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Moth Madness! (FULL) DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/moth-madness/ CATEGORIES:Adventure Ecology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Moth-Madness-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T160000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260723T181802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T185247Z UID:24596-1786870800-1786896000@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Volunteer: Trail Workday DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-trail-workday-2/ CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG_3769-scaled-e1784225353502.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T113000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260718T182952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T133844Z UID:24614-1787389200-1787398200@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Fun Fungi! Identification & Appreciation Walk DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/fun-fungi-identification-appreciation-walk/ CATEGORIES:Adventure Ecology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/DSCN7790-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T150000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260716T175429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T131253Z UID:24591-1787475600-1787497200@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Volunteer: Water Quality Excursion DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-water-quality-excursion-6/ CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG_6343-e1784224709445.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260906T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260906T153000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260812T184337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T203657Z UID:24764-1788685200-1788708600@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:*FULL* Volunteer: Water Quality Excursion DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/waterqualityexcursion/ CATEGORIES:Public Program,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/IMG_6324-1-1-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T130000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260905T164948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T144110Z UID:24946-1789207200-1789218000@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Guided Hike: Red Hill Fire Tower DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/guided-hike-red-hill-fire-tower/ CATEGORIES:Guided Hike ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG_6959.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T150000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260812T184800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T164508Z UID:24772-1789290000-1789311600@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Volunteer: Mt. Livermore Trail Workday DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-trail-workday-4/ CATEGORIES:Public Program,Trailwork,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/AC_sq_5.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T120000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260909T144515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T194942Z UID:24975-1789812000-1789819200@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Beginner Belay Clinic DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/beginner-belay-clinic/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/4000-3000-max-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T150000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260812T183939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T164554Z UID:24765-1789894800-1789916400@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:Volunteer: Crawford-Ridgepole Trail Workday DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/volunteer-trail-workday-3/ CATEGORIES:Public Program,Trailwork,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Camille-Trailwork-View-scaled-e1787244102783.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T170000 DTSTAMP:20260921T111827 CREATED:20260513T194247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T195005Z UID:23986-1790496000-1790528400@squamlakes.org SUMMARY:14th Annual Squam Ridge Race DESCRIPTION:Today's Wednesday Winter Hike:\n\nJoin Education and Outreach AmeriCorps member\, Macie Kane\, on an easy 1.9 mile loop hike through the Belknap Woods. It's a great time of year to get out and hike\, but it's best to have company on a chilly winter day. Whether you are an experienced hiker or you are just looking for a starting point\, our Wednesday Winter Hikes are a great way to get out and explore!Our Wednesday Winter Hike series can help you get comfortable hiking in the winter season and introduce you to both locals and visitors looking to explore in the winter season. Additionally\, these hikes are all a part of the Squam Rangers challenge hosted by the SLA. While not required\, this is a great chance to check some hikes off your list if you are working towards your Squam Ranger!All skill levels are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adultPlease note: Parking is very limited at the trailhead. We hope you can carpool with us in the our passenger van from the SLA to the trailhead!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 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 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\nTrailhead on Dane Road\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Belknap Woods Trailhead\, 452 NH-25B\, Center Harbor\, NH 03226\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\nBelknap Woods is owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Association. Other partners include The Squam Lakes Conservation Society holds the conservation easement. The trails feature two loops of 1.0 miles each. The Beaver Pond Loop travels around a beaver pond where wildlife is abundant. The Outer Loop\, accessible from 0.5 miles around the Beaver Pond Loop Trail\, climbs over hills and valleys for a pleasant forest Walk. The Pond Trail and Ski Trail are short connector trails in Belknap Woods that offer gradual terrain for cross-country skiing in the winter\, and hiking in the warmer months.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring\n\nPlease pack snacks\, water\, and a lunch! We will be taking breaks on the trail as needed!Participants should be sure to have appropriate attire and layering for winter hiking. Extra layers\, comfortable water resistant hiking shoes\, and snowshoes and/or microspikes may be needed depending on conditions. The SLA can provide snowshoes & microspikes for up to six participants. Other snow hiking gear may be available upon request.Not sure what to pack? Check out our Winter Day Hiking Checklist for some ideas. Feel free to reach out to the SLA with any questions!\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet this week's guide\n\nMacie Kane is one of our new Americorps members. She recently graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a degree in environmental biology. She loves hiking\, rock climbing\, and a good sunset. She enjoys sharing her love of nature with others and is excited to share it with you!When she's not outside\, you can find her under a cozy blanket reading or crafting. URL:https://squamlakes.org/event/14th-annual-squam-ridge-race/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://squamlakes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-05-13-154608-png.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR