Tales and Tails: Members Only Storytime
Wednesday, July 5, 9:00 to 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, July 19, 9:00 to 9:30 a.m.
Holderness, NH – Squam Lakes Natural Science Center offers a special storytime program only for Science Center members. A fun story about animals and the natural world will be read and then a live animal that was part of the story will be shown. This program is geared for ages 3 to 8.
Cost: No charge but reservations are required.
To register for this event, and learn about upcoming programs, and membership go to www.nhnature.org.
Birthday Bash for the Animals
Thursday, July 6, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (last trail admission at 3:30 p.m.)
Holderness, NH – Squam Lakes Natural Science Center celebrates the animals with unique enrichment gifts at a Birthday Bash for the Animals. Visitors will learn how animal care staff provide a rich and stimulating environment for the animal ambassadors through daily enrichment activities. Watch the animals open their birthday presents at special Up Close to Animals presentations held at different animal exhibits throughout the day. Visit the Giving Tree to make the animals’ wishes come true. Select an item featuring an enrichment toy and donate to allow the Science Center to purchase it as a gift to our animals. Docents will be on hand with touchable objects and to answer questions.
Cost: all Birthday Bash activities are included with regular trail admission.
For details about this event, upcoming programs, and membership go to www.nhnature.org or call 603-968-7194.
Lecture Series: Tracking Ticks in New Hampshire Through Community Science
Wednesday, July 12, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Holderness, NH – Squam Lakes Natural Science Center holds a lecture for adults about ticks in New Hampshire. BeBop Labs, a New Hampshire non-profit and the only organization tracking ticks in NH, has created a globally recognized tick research program and database with the help of community scientists. Dr. Kaitlyn Morse, executive director and founder, will present the findings of the project, including what ticks are in NH, when they are found, what diseases they carry, and how they are linked to climate change. This project sparks hands-on science within the community, empowering all who engage to take charge of their health every day.
Cost: No charge to attend but advance reservations are required as capacity is limited.
To register for this event, and learn about upcoming programs, and membership go to www.nhnature.org.
2023 Family Picnic – A Fundraiser for the Science Center
Saturday, July 22, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Holderness, NH – Squam Lakes Natural Science Center holds the 2023 Family Picnic on Saturday, July 22. The Family Picnic will celebrate pollinators and feature animal programs, animal games, live music, food trucks, ice cream, kids corner, and more in a fun, casual atmosphere. All food and drinks are included in the ticket price and include food from Cheese Louise, Crescent City Kitchen, Good Eatz 603, SubZero Nitrogen Ice Cream, Joye-ful Cookiery, and more. Open bar includes local beer, wine, signature cocktail, and non-alcoholic butterfly nectar for the kids. Bring your friends and entire family to this fun event. Limited tickets are available and go on sale July 1 at nhnature.org/picnic.
Tickets: $75/ ages 21+; $20/ ages 12-20; $10/ages 6-11; Free for 5 and under.
SQUAM LAKE CRUISES
Discover Squam Cruise
Daily at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday also at 3:00 p.m.
Holderness, NH – This unforgettable guided tour has something new to delight everyone.
Learn about the natural history of Squam Lake, look for majestic Bald Eagles, and listen for the haunting call of Common Loons. Hear about the people who have lived on its rocky shores surrounded by scenic mountains for over 5,000 years. Cruise on this beautiful lake where On Golden Pond was filmed more than 40 years ago.
All Squam Lake Cruises are 90 minutes in length on canopied pontoon boats. Binoculars are available for viewing or bring your own. Cruises depart on Route 113 across from the Science Center. Squam Lake Cruises are not recommended for children under age 3. Advance reservations required by purchasing tickets at nhnature.org.
Cost: $30/adult; $28 senior (age 65+); $27 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.
Cruise with a Naturalist
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3:00 p.m.
Holderness, NH – Learn about the rich natural history of Squam Lake with an experienced naturalist. See Common Loons and Bald Eagles and view their nesting sites. Watch for other wildlife too – you never know what you might see amid Squam’s scenic mountain ranges, charming islands, and quiet spots. The route is chosen to maximize wildlife observations; see something different on every memorable trip.
All Squam Lake Cruises are 90 minutes in length on canopied pontoon boats. Binoculars are available for viewing or bring your own. Cruises depart on Route 113 across from the Science Center. Squam Lake Cruises are not recommended for children under age 3. Advance reservations required by purchasing tickets at nhnature.org.
Cost: $30/adult; $28 senior (age 65+); $27 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
Mondays and Fridays at 3:00 p.m.
Holderness, NH – Squam Lakes Natural Science Center and the Loon Preservation Committee (LPC) are offering cruises that focus on the latest news about Common Loon conservation, biology, and monitoring. A Science Center naturalist joins an LPC biologist who guides the tour and discusses the work LPC does across the state and on Squam to protect these unique migratory birds, the only loon that breeds as far south as New Hampshire. The cruise route maximizes the likelihood of loon observations and changes weekly. Part of the proceeds from Loon Cruises support the work of the Loon Preservation Committee.
All Squam Lake Cruises are 90 minutes in length on canopied pontoon boats. Binoculars are available for viewing or bring your own. Cruises depart on Route 113 across from the Science Center. Squam Lake Cruises are not recommended for children under age 3. Advance reservations required by purchasing tickets at nhnature.org.
Cost: $30/adult; $28 senior (age 65+); $27 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.
ONGOING
It’s A Wild Life Exhibit
Daily on the live animal exhibit trail
Visitors will enjoy this interactive exhibit featured along the live animal exhibit trail. It’s A Wild Life is a visual project highlighting IF/THEN Ambassadors, women and gender minorities, whose careers intersect with the natural world.
Cost: It’s A Wild Life are included in regular trail admission
To purchase tickets, learn about upcoming programs, and membership go to www.nhnature.org.
River Otter Feeding
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 11:30 a.m. at the River Otter Exhibit
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center holds river otter feeding every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 11:30 a.m. 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.
Cost: River otter feeding is included in regular trail admission.
To purchase tickets, learn about upcoming programs, and membership go to www.nhnature.org.
Turtle Talks
Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. outside the Webster Education Building
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center holds a fun session all about turtles every Tuesday in July and August. These volunteer-led talks are in-depth and there is always a live turtle visitor. Interactive discussions and questions are encouraged.
Cost: Turtle Talks are included in regular trail admission
To purchase tickets, learn about upcoming programs, and membership go to www.nhnature.org.
Up Close to Animals
Daily at 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 2:00 p.m. at the Amphitheater
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center brings visitors Up Close to Animals every day during July and August. Meet live animals up close and learn about them from an experienced naturalist educator. These engaging talks at the amphitheater feature a variety of different animals, including birds, mammals, and reptiles.
Cost: Up Close to Animals presentations are included in regular trail admission
To purchase tickets, learn about upcoming programs, and membership go to www.nhnature.org.
StoryWalkTM: Look and Listen by Dianne White, Illustrated by Amy Schimler-Safford
Open Daily
At Curry Place in Holderness
Stroll along the Squam channel as you read this fun story, Look and Listen, a guessing game in a book that celebrates the curiosity and delight of a jaunt through a garden, meadow, and alongside a brook. The story is posted one page at a time along the trail. StoryWalkTM surrounds the Holderness Town Gazebo behind the Holderness Post Office at Curry Place. It is presented in partnership with Holderness Library and Holderness Recreation Department. StorywalkTM is generously sponsored by Meredith Village Savings Bank.
Cost: No charge and no reservations required.
To purchase tickets, learn about upcoming programs, and membership go to www.nhnature.org.