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Volunteer Opportunities

There are so many ways to protect the Squam Lakes Watershed

As stewards of the lakes and land, volunteers play an integral role in advancing our mission.
The Squam Lakes Association continues to protect the watershed with the help of our community of volunteers. Do you want to protect the Squam Lakes Watershed for future generations to enjoy? Take action by joining one of our many volunteer programs listed below. Whether you want to help out on the lake or in the mountains, there is something for everyone!

Calling all Trail Adopters!

Please submit the Trail Adopter hours & conditions report any time you conduct work out on the trails. It's fast and easy!

Trail Adopters

Adopt a trail of your own or assist a Trail Adopter for a morning or afternoon. By maintaining our trail network we reduce impacts to the surrounding environment and protect the entire watershed for future enjoyment.

Water quality monitors

The SLA's rich history of water quality data on Squam Lake is the result of decades of work by a dedicated group of volunteers. Be a part of this legacy and help us monitor the health of the lake.

Trail work

Join the SLA for half a day or a day of trail work. Volunteers will clear drainages, blowdowns, and lop branches in the trail corridor. Check the SLA's calendar for the next trail work day.

Terrestrial invasive species

Join the SLA for a morning of removing invasive plants. Check the SLA's calendar for the next terrestrial invasive plant removal day.

Weed watchers

Assist with ongoing efforts to identify and eliminate invasive species from the lake. Once trained, volunteers can survey the lakes on their own while snorkeling, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, or while on a motorboat.

Special events

The SLA hosts special events year-round to engage the community in our conservation efforts and relies on volunteer support to make it all happen.

Programs support

Work with the education staff to prepare for seasonal youth programs, lead a hike or paddle, or help out in another way. Do you have a special skill or talent that you can share? Let us know!

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Thank you for registering for our Adventure Ecology Trips!

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Thank you for registering for our volunteer days!

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