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Squam Lakes Association

Working for Squam Watershed Wellness

Conserving the Squam Lakes Watershed since 1904.

SLA promotes the protection, careful use and shared enjoyment of the lakes, mountains, forests, open spaces and wildlife of the Squam Lakes region.Click Here to Learn More About the SLA! »
Squam Lakes Association

Working for Squam Watershed Wellness

Check Out SLA's Upcoming Events & Programs this Summer!

Experience the Squam Lakes Watershed!Click Here for a list of SLA Events this Summer! »
Squam Lakes Association

Working for Squam Watershed Wellness

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Instilling adventure, strong conservation ethic, and fun in our youth!Click Here to learn about our summer programs! »

conserving for public benefit the natural beauty, peaceful character and resources of the Squam Lakes watershed

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HOURS OF OPERATION

Regular office hours are weekdays, 9:00-5:00
SLA store/canoe & kayak rentals open weekdays and weekends, 9:00-5:00
Camping Registration is open

Squam Lakes News

Conservation Journal: Connor N.: "In the short month I have been here I’ve experienced so many breathtaking views, days of hard work, and rewarding challenges to overcome. I always expected my education to slow down after graduating from college, but at the SLA it is still full speed ahead!"
Squam Ridge Race 2018 - Registration Open: Sign up now for the 2018 Squam ridge Race. Space limited to the first 200 racers.
Conservation Journal: Kyle: "I see people dreaming bigger because of the new capacity. I see improvement, and the bar was already set high."
New SLA Hiking Trail Now Open! : On June 2, 2018, the Squam Lakes Association officially opened the Brooks Fisher Trail with a ribbon cutting ceremony and guided hike.
Squam Lakes Loon Report from the LPC - June 11, 2018: Nests have seemingly been popping up all over! We had one nest last week, and this week four more pairs have gone on the nest! We now have four nests on Squam Lake, and the pair on Little Squam is nesting also!
Conservation Journal: Erica: "This is just the beginning. It feels great to be learning to care and advocate for this watershed that has always been an important part of my life."
Squam Lakes Loon Report from the LPC - June 2, 2018 : Welcome to the 2018 Squam Loon Season! Despite the late ice-out this year (April 27th, latest since 2001!), the loons are off to a fast start! Loon pairs are mostly settled in their territories, and one pair is already on the nest!!

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Upcoming Events

Jun

22

Getting Buggy With It: Using Microscopic Critters to Understand Water Ecology

Explore lake and river ecology, collect water samples, and identify different macro-invertebrates found in our NH lakes and streams from 10-12 PM!
Jun

22

SLA Summer Kick-Off!

Join us at the SLA to kick-off the summer! Come learn about the conservation, recreation, and educational work the SLA does in the Squam Watershed. There will be kayaking & canoeing, fun games & activities, open rock climbing wall, and make your own s'mores! This is a wonderful opportunity for anyone who wants to learn more about the SLA and for families interested in our summer camps to meet the counselors.
Jun

23

Volunteer: Terrestrial Invasive Plant Removal

Play a part in removing terrestrial invasive species from the Squam Watershed! Join SLA AmeriCorps members for a program on terrestrial invasive plant identification and removal.
Jun

25

Summer Youth Programs: JSLA & CYSP

Summer Youth Programs from Nature Exploration to Learning to Sail.
Jun

25

Volunteer: Trail Work Day

Spend a morning volunteering with our AmeriCorps trail crew out on Squam region trails!

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