Invasive Species Prevention

LSPA prevents the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS) into Lake Sunapee through two different programs: the Lake Host Program, which is a program of NH LAKES, and the Invasive Watch Program.

Lake Host

The purpose of the Lake Host Program is to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species into Lake Sunapee. There are five boat launches on Lake Sunapee which are monitored by Lake Hosts over the boating season.

Invasive Watch

The purpose of this program is to find and remove any aquatic invasive plant or animal before it spreads in Lake Sunapee. The Invasive Watch Program consists of volunteers who conduct monthly surveys while keeping a lookout for aquatic invasive species (AIS).

In addition to the programs above, LSPA formed an Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Committee whose purpose is to actively look for ways to effectively prevent invasive species from spreading into Lake Sunapee.