Water's edge nests are vulnerable to threats
The Loon Preservation Committee (LPC) is reminding the public that from now through mid-to-late July, loons will be nesting throughout the state. Loons nest on lakes and ponds and often build their nests along the shoreline of islands, in marshes, or along the mainland shoreline in protected coves. Adapted for life in the water, loons […]
Tall spikes with flowers are pretty but toxic
Foxglove is a pretty plant, with tall flowering spikes of colors in purple, pink, yellow, or white. People consider them pretty and like to pick them or have them in their gardens. But their appearance is deceptive in that the plants are actually very toxic, to both people and animals. I learned about the properties […]
Redesigned "Celebrate Birds" building opens
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center is preparing for opening day of the 2022 trail season which begins Sunday, May 1. The ¾-mile live animal exhibit trail features coyote, fisher, red and gray fox, bobcats, black bear, river otters, white-tailed deer, various owls and raptors, and more. Plan at least two and a half hours to […]
Community of paddlers is "one big family"
Franklin Falls’ Revitalization made a commitment to free outdoor infrastructure years ago. This has been a story that folks have heard around the state. The excitement and vibrancy of this small city continued on April 16 when Jackson Kayak, a Tennessee-based company and a leader in the paddlesports industry, came to Franklin Falls for a […]
Woods are driest and most vulnerable in spring
April 17-23, 2022 is Wildfire Awareness Week in New Hampshire, and it’s a perfect opportunity for everyone to learn more about wildfire in our state as well as what we all can do to protect the forest resources that are so important to our day-to-day lives. You may know that, at 82% forest cover, New […]
Help stock Highland Lake on May 20
The Andover Fish and Game Club is sponsoring its 25th annual Kids Spring Trout Fishing Derby at Highland Lake in East Andover on Saturday, May 21. The derby is for all kids age 15 and under. Registration starts at 7 AM at the Andover Fish and Game Clubhouse on Channel Road. You may begin fishing […]
Kids' Ice Fishing on February 26
We had a decent crowd for the Trout Ice Fishing Derby, on February 5, even though it was cold and windy. Adult Division First: Jeff Lacharite, 3.3 lb, 17¾” Brook Second: Nicholas Millett, 2.55 lb, 17” Brook Third: Nicholas Millett, 2.5 lb, 17½” Brook Fourth: Austin Sartwell, 2.5 lb, 16¾” Brook Kids Division First: Brady […]
Features 30 acres of terrain
Ragged Mountain Resort opened for the 2021-22 winter season on Friday, December 3, from 9 AM to 4 PM. Operations continued Saturday and Sunday from 8:30 AM to 4 PM and return to regular operating hours seven days per week on Monday, December 5. Top to bottom skiing will be available for all ability levels […]