Kirkwood Gardens Day
Saturday, June 1,  9:00 to Noon
Stop by Kirkwood Gardens for the annual Kirkwood Gardens Day plant sale. Gain inspiration from Kirkwood Gardens and find beautiful plants for your own garden. Purchase fine perennials from a prestigious New England nursery and knowledgeable local gardeners. Peruse the silent auction of desirable plants and garden items, browse craft vendors, and find treasures at the collectibles yard sale. Enjoy beverages and baked goods for sale. All proceeds benefit Kirkwood Gardens at Squam Lakes Natural Science Center. Kirkwood Gardens and parking are located on Route 3 in Holderness (north of Route 113).
Cost: Free
For details about this event, upcoming programs, and membership go to www.nhnature.org or call 603-968-7194.

Moose in New Hampshire
Tuesday, June 4, 7:00 PM.
How is New Hampshire’s moose population doing? What is the deal with winter tick and moose? How is climate change affecting moose populations? Join New Hampshire Fish and Game Biologist and Moose Project Leader Kris Rines for this adult lecture to answer these questions and more. Kris will share her research on the largest members of the deer family.
Cost: This program is free but reservations are required.
For details about this event, upcoming programs, and membership go to www.nhnature.org or call 603-968-7194.

Spring Birding
Friday, June 7, 7 to 10 AM.
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center and Squam Lakes Conservation Society hold a beginner bird identification program for adults and youth ages 14 and older. Under the guidance of Iain MacLeod, participants will seek out the huge variety of birds that fill our woods, meadows, and wetlands each spring. Participants will explore a variety of habitats in the Lakes Region looking for birds identified by sight and sound.
Cost per program: $12/Science Center or Conservation Society member; $15/non-member
For details about this event, upcoming programs, and membership go to www.nhnature.org or call 603-968-7194.

Annual Breeding Bird Census
Saturday, June 8
Session 1 – 5:30 to 8:00 AM.
Session 2 – 8:00  to 9:30 AM.
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center holds a birding census for adults and families with children ages 12 and up. For over three decades Senior Naturalist Dave Erler has conducted a census in early June of bird species that nest on the Science Center campus. The census is done primarily by ear listening for territorial songs of male birds, indicating probable nesting. This is a great opportunity to hone your bird song identification skills. The early session (5:30 AM.) involves canvassing two forested zones, including Mt. Fayal. The later session (8:30 AM.) covers fields, exhibit areas, and Kirkwood Gardens. Binoculars are available or bring your own.
Cost: No charge but reservations are required
For information about this event, upcoming programs, and membership go to www.nhnature.org or call 603-968-7194.

Invasive Species Removal Work Day
Thursday, June 13, 10:00 to 11:30 AM.
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center invites the public to learn how to identify and remove invasive plant species. The program will begin with a brief introduction to an invasive species followed by going out onto Science Center grounds to learn and practice techniques for removing that species from an area. Participants will learn skills to apply to removing invasive species from their own property. Refreshments are provided to wrap up the session. Participants should wear long pants and sturdy shoes and to bring work gloves, water, insect repellent, and sunscreen.
Cost: This program is free but reservations are required.
For details about this event, upcoming programs, and membership go to www.nhnature.org or call 603-968-7194.

Yoga on the Deck
Wednesday, June 19
Wednesday, June 26
7:30 to 8:45 AM.
Rise and shine with Vinyasa Yoga on the deck of the Water Matters Pavilion at Squam Lakes Natural Science Center. This program for adults will stretch and renew while surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature. Led by Donna Sullivan E-RYT 200, RYT-500, this gentle flow yoga is appropriate for all levels. This gentle flow yoga is appropriate for all levels. Bring a yoga mat and water. The class will be indoors if it is raining.
Cost: $13/member; $15/non-member
For details about this event, upcoming programs, and membership go to www.nhnature.org or call 603-968-7194.

StoryWalkTM Opening Celebration
Friday, June 28, 10:00 to 11:30 AM.
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center opens the annual StoryWalkTM at the Holderness Town Gazebo. StoryWalkTM features Tadpole Rex written and illustrated by Kurt Cyrus. In this story that connects dinosaurs to modern day amphibians, the muddy footprint of a T. Rex becomes a puddle, and in that puddle a tadpole grows. Enjoy family activities and refreshments at the Opening Celebration. StoryWalkTM surrounds the Holderness Town Gazebo behind the Holderness Post Office at Curry Place. It is presented in partnership with the Holderness Library and Holderness Recreation Department and generously sponsored by Meredith Village Savings Bank. StoryWalk is open daily June 28 through September 2.

ONGOING EVENTS
River Otter Feeding
Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 11:30 AM.
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center holds a special river otter feeding every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 11:30 AM. See the two playful resident river otters enjoy an early lunch. Expert volunteers tell visitors about otter biology and ecology, while also serving up a tasty treat or two. River otter feeding time is included in regular trail admission.
Trail Rates: FREE/members; $20/adult, $17/senior (65+), $15/youth (ages 3 to 15), children 2 and under free.
For details about this event, upcoming programs, and membership go to www.nhnature.org or call 603-968-7194.

SQUAM LAKE CRUISES
Discover Squam Cruise
Daily at 1:00 PM.
This unforgettable guided tour has something to delight everyone. Learn about the natural history of the lake, the wildlife that makes Squam so special, and the people who have enjoyed these lakes for over 5,000 years. Watch for Common Loons, Bald Eagles, and other wildlife. All Squam Lake Cruises are 90 minutes in length. Squam Lake Cruises are on canopied pontoon boats. Binoculars are available for wildlife viewing at no additional cost. Cruises depart on Route 113 across from the Science Center parking lots. Park in designated lots and walk to Lake Cruise Headquarters using pathway.
Cost: $27/adult; $25/senior (age 65+); $23/youth (ages up to 15); members receive a $4 per person discount
To purchase cruise tickets and see the full cruise schedule visit nhnature.org.

Loon Cruise
Fridays, June 7, 14, 21, 28, 3:00 to 4:30 PM
Monday, June 24, 3:00 to 4:30 PM.
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center and the Loon Preservation Committee (LPC) are offering cruises that focus on Common Loon conservation, biology, and monitoring. A Science Center naturalist joins a LPC biologist who guides the tour and discusses the work LPC does across the state and on Squam to protect these extraordinary birds. The cruise route is chosen to maximize Loon observations. Squam Lake Cruises are not recommended for children under age 3. All Squam Lake Cruises are 90 minutes in length. Squam Lake Cruises are on canopied pontoon boats. Binoculars are available for wildlife viewing at no additional cost. Cruises depart on Route 113 across from the Science Center parking lots. Park in designated lots and walk to Lake Cruise Headquarters using pathway.
Cost: $27/adult; $25/senior (age 65+); $23/youth (ages up to 15); members receive a $4 per person discount
To purchase cruise tickets and see the full cruise schedule visit nhnature.org.