Nearer to Nature Walks: Squam Lakes Natural Science Center

Description

Great for adults and older teens!
These walks focus on Science Center Naturalist, Margaret Gillespie’s recently published book called Nearer to Nature. The book walks you through the seasons, delving into nature’s mysteries.

Join Margaret to explore the local flora and fauna at one or more places.

(7/19) Unsworth Preserve in Sandwich
Explore this secluded jewel, a preserve owned and managed by the Squam Lakes Conservation Society. We’ll wind our way along an extensive wetland and through forests in search of wildlife signs and sounds, checking for unusual flora.

(8/18) Chamberline Reynolds Memorial Forest, Center Harbor
 Access Squam Lake by land, meandering through upland forest, crossing a swamp boardwalk, and exploring shoreline trails at this New England Forestry Foundation preserve managed by Squam Lakes Association.

(9/3) Squam Lakes Natural Science Center
The Science Center encompasses 200 acres but many delightful spots are off trail or seldom seen. Explore lesser known sites at the Science Center and conclude with a wildlife visit from an animal whose relatives roam the surroundings when all is quiet.