Awareness can help to limit exposure
PFAS is an acronym that rose to prominence in New Hampshire and the nation nearly a decade ago, when the contaminant was discovered in groundwater at the Pease Air Force Base in Greenland, New Hampshire. The contamination spread to public water wells and was present in concentrations above health standards. The source of PFAS contamination […]
Nests are vulnerable to boat wakes and 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. Adapted for life in the water, loons cannot walk on […]
Many plants died; some survived 26-degree temps
Okay — you win some, you lose some. The hard frost on May 18 took a lot of farmers by surprise. Even commercial farmers lost a lot of crops. Apples, peaches, strawberries, blueberries, and other fruits could all be affected by the freeze. Depending on where you live, it could make a big difference whether […]
Heat mats are a good investment
When you start seeds, three things are critical: water, light, and heat. I am a firm believer in a heat mat if you can afford one. They come in various sizes but a 21” x 48” mat is around $75. It’s a good investment that should last for years. Some articles recommend putting seedlings […]
Chicks could hatch by fourth of July
Loons returned to Highland Lake on April 11 – the same day as “ICE OUT”. They will be seen coming and going for the next several weeks. Other loons will visit the lake and be scouting for mates and nesting territory. Highland Lake is too small to provide room for more than one nesting pair. […]
ParkMobile and Park Smarter apps are easy
Guests and outdoor enthusiasts visiting seacoast state parks this spring and summer can expect an easier way to pay for parking. On April 1, the New Hampshire Division of Parks and Recreation will launch an enhanced parking program for its metered parking lots along the seacoast. Partnering with IPS Group, Inc. and ParkMobile, the new […]
Order deadline is May 15; pick up May 21
Do you want to participate in the biggest catch of a fundraiser? Spring is the time to stock your backyard ponds! Rainbow and brook trout are available in 6 – 8 inch and 10 – 12 inch sizes. Trout, size 6 – 8 inches, can be picked up on Sunday, May 21, from 1 to […]
Shares gardening tips to save on fresh veggies
Note: Lorna Carlisle, who recently joined the Beacon’s new Content Committee, agreed to help us find, and write, articles about gardening, farm stands, and helpful suggestions. She lives in Salisbury, and has been running a farm stand since 2005, at the North of Concord Farm (located across from the Barn Store on Route 4). She […]
Volunteers needed, starting at 9 AM
Volunteers are being sought for Town Beach cleanup on two Saturdays in April. The first is Earth Day, Saturday, April 22. The second is the following Saturday, April 29. Volunteers can come anytime during the mornings on these days starting at 9 AM and help for as long as they’d like to. Bring leaf and […]