State of the Loon; the Natural History, Challenges, and Successes of Loons in NH
From 7pm until 8pm
Have you ever wondered why a loon’s eyes are red? Why loon chicks ride on their parents’ backs? And what loons are saying with those eerie calls in the night? Join Harry Vogel, Loon Preservation Committee, as he talks about this unique symbol of New Hampshire’s wild lakes and its special place in the hearts of New Hampshire residents.
Zoom link to come.
Birding in the Bog
From 7am until 10am
Join birders of all levels on this weekly bird walk through the bog and view the rich diversity of bird life that makes it way north to rest or nest. Bring binoculars (or borrow ours), rubber boots, and a snack. Program fee of $15/person or $25/household for non-members; members are free. Click here to register online.
Birding in the Bog
From 7am until 10am
Join birders of all levels on this weekly bird walk through the bog and view the rich diversity of bird life that makes it way north to rest or nest. Bring binoculars (or borrow ours), rubber boots, and a snack. Program fee of $15/person or $25/household for non-members; members are free. Click here to register online.
Children’s Craft Program: Sailboats
From 10am until 12pm
Spring is here and it’s time to get outside and create! Children’s craft maven Kathy Bowie will help children construct cedar sailboats complete with hardwood peg sailors and oilcloth sails. After the sailboats are completed, we will test their seaworthiness! Designed for participants age 6-10. Limited space; registration required. Program Fee: $10/member, $20/non-member. Click here to register online.
Please note the date change due to a scheduling conflict. The program will now be held on June 4th.
Spring Wildflower Walk
From 1pm until 3pm
Come view the early summer wildflowers in Pinkham Notch on his morning walk. Species we expect to see include pink lady slippers, trout lily, star flower and more. Join us on this kick off to our North Country Nature Programs and explore the wildlife offers north of the notch!
Program fee of $15/person or $25/household for non-members; members are free. Click here to register online.
Sponsored in part by the Neil & Louise Tillotson Fund at the NH Charitable Foundation
Ladies on the Lake: Iona Lake
From 5:30pm until 7pm
Grab your daughter, mother, sister, friend or come on your own for this all-female evening paddle on Iona Lake. We will enjoy each other’s company, the onset of an early summer evening and look and listen for the lake’s wildlife. Bring your own canoe or kayak or rent one of ours. All paddling levels welcome. Advanced registration required. Click here to register online.
Program fee: $15/person or $25/household for non-members; members are free. Canoe rental $10/person.