Trail Adopters
Trail Adopters play a critical role in helping the SLA maintain 60+ miles of public hiking trails in the Squam Lakes Region. Once trained, they're in charge of conducting routine maintenance on their assigned section of trail at least twice per year. Maintenance includes clearing vegetation, removing blowdowns, and cleaning drainage structures.
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!
Salamander Survey
Each spring, amphibians travel from their woodland homes to breeding grounds, often crossing busy roads along the way. To reduce road mortality, SLA volunteers assist amphibians safely across roads, collect data, and contribute to conservation efforts.
