Welcome to the Newfound Connection
Each edition of the Newfound Lake Region Association newsletter features events, news, trivia, and the people of the watershed—everything a Newfounder needs to know!
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Watershed Stewards are Hard at Work |
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Each year, two AmeriCorps service members spend six months in the Newfound watershed serving as NLRA Watershed Stewards. From monitoring water quality to leading community programs, stewarding Grey Rocks Conservation Area, and more, they have a visible impact on our mission to conserve and protect Newfound Lake and its watershed. |
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This year's Watershed Stewards, Jenna Detar and Anthony Jaster, have just completed a whirlwind of training, from boat driving to wilderness first aid and invasive species management.
Now they are busy with on-the-ground conservation efforts:
- Staffing Grey Rocks Conservation Area Friday-Monday
- Supervising volunteer work days
- Promoting conservation at local events
- Performing water quality monitoring of Newfound Lake and it's tributaries
- Planning and leading guided programing
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Anthony and Jenna will be working throughout the summer in a variety of roles, and they hope to see you at Grey Rocks, upcoming events, and around the watershed!
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In partnership with NH LAKES, NLRA staffs Lake Hosts at Newfound's public boat launches throughout the summer. They educate boaters and perform complimentary checks for invasive aquatic species that can "hitchhike" from lake to lake on boats and trailers. Invasive aquatic species threaten water quality, recreator safety, and even property values. On their first weekend at the Wellington State Park boat ramp, Lakes Hosts inspected over 264 incoming boats, ensuring they were invasive-free.
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June 10, 3:30-5:30pm
Grey Rocks Conservation Area
178 North Shore Rd, Hebron, NH
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Are you interested in learning more about volunteering with NLRA? Meet and mingle with staff, trustees, and volunteers behind NLRA’s conservation work, help us celebrate our strong culture of volunteerism, and learn more about how you can get involved in protecting the Newfound Watershed. |
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June 17, 12-2pm
Kelley Park
41 N Main St, Bristol, NH
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Sign up for the Minot-Sleeper Library's Summer Reading Program and participate in games, activities, and a water challendge if you're brave enough to get wet! |
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June 22 and 25, 10am-12pm
Grey Rocks Conservation Area
178 North Shore Rd, Hebron, NH
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Celebrate National Pollinator Week by joining NLRA for a pollinator adventure. Play Pollinator Bingo and create pollen stamp art to take home! Nature Station is a free, drop-in program with activities designed for kids of all ages. |
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June 30, 2-4:30pm
Grey Rocks Conservation Area
178 North Shore Rd, Hebron, NH
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Learn to identify aquatic plants and join a growing community of volunteers who paddle with a purpose. Trained weed watchers can participate in the NLRA's Weed Stampede (August 27-28), the first ever complete survey of Newfound’s shoreline! |
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July 7, 10am-12pm
Hebron Town Forest
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Join Watershed Steward Anthony Jaster for a navigation tutorial targeted towards those who are new to backpacking/hiking or just want to learn how to use a map and compass. Using Hebron Town Forest as a backdrop, all navigating will be done with a map and compass (no GPS!). Participants will start with basic navigation in an open field, then progress to more challenging scenarios.
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Clean, Drain, and Dry
Our first defense against aquatic invasive species.
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Aquatic invasive species often enter waterbodies on boats and trailers. Following Clean, Drain, Dry principles is the best way to protect Newfound Lake from the devastating effects of invasive species. Follow these easy steps from Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers:
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Clean off visible aquatic plants, animals, and mud from all equipment before leaving water access.
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Drain motor, bilge, livewell, and other water containing devices before leaving water access.
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Dry everything for at least five days OR wipe with a towel before reuse.
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Support a Clean Lake, Win Great Prizes! |
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The NLRA Annual Raffle is a fun way to support conservation, with a chance to win great prizes donated by local businesses! |
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Thank You to our Business Members |
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Our clean lake and forested hills drive our local economy. NLRA Business Members understand the importance of protecting our natural resources and the thriving community that depends on them.
Please help us thank our business members - support the businesses that support a clean and healthy Newfound Watershed!
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Other Events Around The Watershed |
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Saturday Night Music - free to the public
June 11, 7-9pm
The Purple Pit
28 Central Square, Bristol, NH
June 15 - August 19
Minot-Sleeper Library
35 Pleasant St, Bristol, NH
June 27 and 29, 5:30pm
Tapply-Thompson Community Center
30 North Main St, Bristol, NH
June 28, 4-5pm
Minot-Sleeper Library
35 Pleasant St, Bristol, NH
June 28, 6:30-7:30pm
Minot-Sleeper Library
35 Pleasant St, Bristol, NH
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The Newfound Lake Region Association is dedicated to protecting Newfound Lake and its watershed. |
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