Basics of Tree and Shrub ID Hike
Have you ever wondered how a Naturalist begins to recognize the trees in our forests? Are you looking to expand your knowledge of the lands we live on? Just want to get outside for the morning and visit one of LRCT’s beautiful properties? If you said yes to any of these, you won’t want to […]
Beginner Birding Hike
Come enjoy a morning of birdwatching around the beautiful and pristine Knight’s Pond. AmeriCorps member and novice birder Jacob Brodkin will lead a guided hike exploring the pond and the New Hampshire birds dwelling in this unique habitat. Expect an easy to moderate hike of 1-2 miles with frequent stops. Registration: Registration is required for this […]
Forest Bathing-Inspired Sunrise Hike
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED Join us for a peaceful sunrise hike at the Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area in Moultonborough. As the sun rises, LRCT AmeriCorps member Molly Prom will guide participants along the Oak Ridge Trail up to the scenic viewpoint, where they can enjoy sweeping views of Lake Winnipesaukee. Participants will […]
Guided Paddle to Ragged Island
Join LRCT and the Lake Winnipesaukee Alliance (LWA) on a scenic paddle to the Ragged Island Conservation Area and learn about the threats to water quality. Participants will paddle approximately 1.5 miles to Ragged Island, an 11.5-acre island with 1 mile of shoreline and two sandy beaches acquired by LRCT in 2007. Once there, LWA’s […]
Dig into Soil Science
Canceled Dig into soil science at the Homestead Forest Conservation Area with Dr. Angela Possinger! Participants will learn about differences in soil composition by comparing soil cores collected from multiple areas on the property. Dr. Possinger will walk through what the soil’s color, texture, and organic carbon content tell us about forest health and productivity, […]
Forest Health Hike
What are the signs of a healthy forest? Join LRCT’s Matt Morris at Sheridan Woods, part of the Red Hill Conservation Area, for a guided walkthrough in reading some visual cues of forest health. We will explore topics such as diversity, invasive species, and other habitat features. Expect a moderate to difficult hike of about […]
Stonedam Island Guided Paddle and Mushroom Walk
Postponed to 8/19 Join us for our annual scenic guided paddle with local ecologist Dr. Rick Van de Poll! This paddle will take you from Meredith Neck to LRCT’s Stonedam Island Conservation Area in Meredith, a 112-acre property with 2.7 miles of undeveloped shoreline acquired by LRCT in 1982. Once at Stonedam Island, participants will […]
Cellar Hole History Walk
Venture into the past with LRCT Volunteer Russell Rowland and LRCT AmeriCorps members as they lead you on a guided history walk at the Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area. Participants will be led to multiple cellar holes and a graveyard and learn about the former farm community once known as Ossipee Glen, which predated […]