Nature Exploration Story Time (NEST) - Busy Beavers
Nov
4
10:00 AM10:00

Nature Exploration Story Time (NEST) - Busy Beavers

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Come join LSPA educators at the Center for Lake Studies to explore the natural world. Each Tuesday morning will be filled with hands on learning through sensory experiences, guided exploration, creative play, art, and music. LSPA’s story time is designed for young children and their caregivers. Come to one session or all - each program is organized around a different ecological theme. Come join the fun! This Tuesday morning we will be venturing into the word of busy beavers!

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Understanding and Controlling Invasive Species: Science, Strategies, and Solutions
Nov
13
6:30 PM18:30

Understanding and Controlling Invasive Species: Science, Strategies, and Solutions

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Join us for an engaging presentation on the impacts of invasive species in our watershed, featuring LSPA Executive Director and former Ecology Professor Elizabeth Harper, along with Conservation Program Manager Susie Burbidge. Together, they will explore the science and ecology of invasive species, as well as the tradeoffs involved in different methods of control and prevention. Susie will highlight LSPA’s two lines of defense against aquatic invasive species: the Lake Host Program and the Invasive Watch Program. Following the presentation, there will be an extended Q&A session, providing an opportunity to ask questions and gain a deeper understanding of how invasive species affect both our aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems.

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Nature Exploration Story Time (NEST) - Where Did All the Bugs Go?
Nov
18
10:00 AM10:00

Nature Exploration Story Time (NEST) - Where Did All the Bugs Go?

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Come join LSPA educators at the Center for Lake Studies to explore the natural world. Each Tuesday morning will be filled with hands on learning through sensory experiences, guided exploration, creative play, art, and music. LSPA’s story time is designed for young children and their caregivers. Come to one session or all - each program is organized around a different ecological theme. Come join the fun! This Tuesday morning we will be investigating how bugs get ready for the upcoming cold.

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Regional Lakes Meeting: Salt Management Plan
Nov
18
3:00 PM15:00

Regional Lakes Meeting: Salt Management Plan

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This meeting is for members of regional lake & pond associations in the Lake Sunapee Region and beyond, and anyone else who is interested in the topic of road salt. Members of LSPA’s Watershed Committee recently drafted a salt management plan and will share their process and goals. We will also discuss road salt impacts to waterbodies in our region and best practices for reducing these negative effects. 

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Educators Connect - Elementary School Teachers
Nov
19
3:30 PM15:30

Educators Connect - Elementary School Teachers

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For over 30 years Lake Sunapee Protective Association has inspired students and supported teachers through engaging, hands-on environmental education programs and professional development opportunities, all offered free of charge, thanks to membership support and grant funding.

Join us to explore and discuss:

  • How you’ve used LSPA programs in the past and what’s been most valuable

  • New topics, tools, and resources to enhance your teaching

  • Professional development opportunities that best fit your needs

  • Ways to make scientific research and data more accessible and engaging

Enjoy refreshments, great conversation, and door prizes as we imagine what environmental education can be!

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Educators Connect - Middle & High School Teachers
Nov
20
3:30 PM15:30

Educators Connect - Middle & High School Teachers

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For over 30 years Lake Sunapee Protective Association has inspired students and supported teachers through engaging, hands-on environmental education programs and professional development opportunities, all offered free of charge, thanks to membership support and grant funding.

Join us to explore and discuss:

  • How you’ve used LSPA programs in the past and what’s been most valuable

  • New topics, tools, and resources to enhance your teaching

  • Professional development opportunities that best fit your needs

  • Ways to make scientific research and data more accessible and engaging

Enjoy refreshments, great conversation, and door prizes as we imagine what environmental education can be!

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Nature Exploration Story Time (NEST) - Talkin' Turkeys
Nov
25
10:00 AM10:00

Nature Exploration Story Time (NEST) - Talkin' Turkeys

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Come join LSPA educators at the Center for Lake Studies to explore the natural world. Each Tuesday morning will be filled with hands on learning through sensory experiences, guided exploration, creative play, art, and music. LSPA’s story time is designed for young children and their caregivers. Come to one session or all - each program is organized around a different ecological theme. Come join the fun! This Tuesday morning, we will flock together for a gobblin good time!

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Nature Exploration Story Time (NEST) - Goodbye Fall, Hello Winter!
Dec
2
10:00 AM10:00

Nature Exploration Story Time (NEST) - Goodbye Fall, Hello Winter!

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Come join LSPA educators at the Center for Lake Studies to explore the natural world. Each Tuesday morning will be filled with hands on learning through sensory experiences, guided exploration, creative play, art, and music. LSPA’s story time is designed for young children and their caregivers. Come to one session or all - each program is organized around a different ecological theme. Come join the fun! This Tuesday morning we will be welcoming winter!

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Nature Exploration Story Time (NEST) - Waiting for Winter
Dec
9
10:00 AM10:00

Nature Exploration Story Time (NEST) - Waiting for Winter

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Come join LSPA educators at the Center for Lake Studies to explore the natural world. Each Tuesday morning will be filled with hands on learning through sensory experiences, guided exploration, creative play, art, and music. LSPA’s story time is designed for young children and their caregivers. Come to one session or all - each program is organized around a different ecological theme. Come join the fun! This Tuesday morning we will be welcoming the change to the winter season!

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Nature Exploration Story Time (NEST) - Winter Solstice Celebration
Dec
16
10:00 AM10:00

Nature Exploration Story Time (NEST) - Winter Solstice Celebration

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Come join LSPA educators at the Center for Lake Studies to explore the natural world. Each Tuesday morning will be filled with hands on learning through sensory experiences, guided exploration, creative play, art, and music. LSPA’s story time is designed for young children and their caregivers. Come to one session or all - each program is organized around a different ecological theme. Come join the fun! This Tuesday morning we will be celebrating the solstice!

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