Events

Dates and Locations Vary – See Below

Thursday Twilight Walks


Join SLCS for a series of invigorating twilight walks on select Thursday evenings in November and early December. As sunset arrives earlier and earlier, it can be tough to squeeze in after work walks, but friends don’t let friends stay inside all day just because the sun goes down at 4:30. We’ll bundle up, head outside, and discover the quiet beauty of the woods after sunset.

As a group we will visit local trails and see how the familiar takes on new character in the twilight. This is your chance to stretch your legs, clear your head, enjoy good company, and find a little wonder in this stick season. Each walk will include a special surprise– perhaps a nighttime nature discovery, a moment of unexpected magic, or a little seasonal treat to brighten the evening. You’ll have to come along to find out!

So grab your warm layers, put fresh batteries in your headlamp, lace up your boots, and bring your sense of adventure. Let’s embrace the darkness, breathe some fresh air, and keep our walking spirits bright all season long. Come for the exercise, come for the company, come for the surprise, just don’t stay inside all season. See the places you love in a different light.

Locations and trails vary. Walks will be 1-1.5 hours and cover 2-3 miles of terrain. See specific details for each walk at the registration link. These events are FREE. All are welcome. Please be sure to register in advance.

For questions, email Rachelle Lyons, Community Engagement Director rachelle@foreversquam.org or call (603) 968-7900 ext. 16

Wreath Making Workshop


Join us at the SLCS office for a festive wreath-making workshop using natural materials responsibly gathered from SLCS lands during trail cleanup. Experienced wreathmakers will provide brief  demonstration followed wiht individualized instruction as needed. Come create a one-of-a-kind wreath, enjoy good company, and bring a touch of the outdoors home for the season. Snacks and good cheer will be served. Materials will be provided. Space is limited to 10. This event is free and open to the public.

November 29th Sunday 11:00am-1pm 

These events are FREE. All are welcome but space is limited. Please be sure to register in advance.

For questions, email Rachelle Lyons, Community Engagement Director rachelle@foreversquam.org or call (603) 968-7900 ext. 16

Book List

Gathering Moss by Robin Wall Kimmerer
The End of Night by Paul Bogard
Winter World by Bernd Heinrich
Timefulness by Marcia Bjornerud

Conservation Curious Book Club


Location: Holderness Free Library, 866 US-3, Holderness

Join Squam Lakes Conservation Society and Holderness Free Library for Conservation Curious, a nonfiction book club exploring the land, water, wildlife, and the natural world that surrounds and sustains us all.

Conservation Curious will bring each book to life through experiences on the land. We will move from the pages to places to pair thoughtful conversation with walks on conserved lands, guest expert visits, field activities, and opportunities to link the themes of each book to the local landscape.

 

  • One environmental focused nonfiction book every 6–8 weeks (w/companion resources)
  • Open and welcoming discussions led by Holderness Free Library staff over a potluck at the library followed by optional informal social time with fellow readers and conservation-minded community members at a local business for mocktails/cocktails
  • An experiential connection between each book and local lands guided by Squam Lakes Conservation Society staff (think interpretive walks, habitat exploration hikes, participatory science sessions or outdoor gatherings on conserved lands)

Sign up for just one or try all four! More details provided upon registration.

This event is free. All are welcome. Advance registration is required. 

For questions, email Rachelle Lyons, Community Engagement Director rachelle@foreversquam.org or call (603) 968-7900 ext. 16