ID Hikes with the Newfound Center
Paradise Point Nature Center 290 Northshore Road, Hebron, United StatesOpen new realms each week as our Lead Naturalist helps participants of all ages focus their senses on different fascinating elements of their surroundings such as: birds, trees, ferns, wildflowers, and more. Limited pairs of binoculars are available for use. Participants are encouraged to bring their own binoculars and/or field guides for further exploration.
Pickering Ponds Nest Walk
Join us as we look for nests and other evidence of breeding birds on the trails around the ponds and along the Cocheco River. Meet at the Pickering Ponds parking area at 7:00 AM. The entrance is about a mile south of the Rochester Wastewater Treatment Plant on Pickering Road (opposite mailbox #452). Contact: Dan […]
Native Plant Sale & Spring Craft Fair
McLane Center 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, United StatesJoin us for the McLane Center's Native Plant Sale. Bagley Pond Perennials will be here with a wide selection of native plants and shrubs for purchase. Bagley Pond is a native perennial farm that follows organic practices. Their goal is to provide home gardeners with pollinator safe, native plants and shrubs to support our native […]
Family Program at Paradise Point – Meet the Locals!
Paradise Point Nature Center 290 Northshore Road, Hebron, United StatesCome join our Lead Naturalist on a journey to explore the native flora and fauna of the region. We’ll go on a guided hike along the shore of Newfound Lake and learn about its history and beautiful ecosystem. Afterwards, we’ll play some fun nature-themed games about our local wildlife! Intended for families with children ages […]
Guided Paddle at Paradise Point
Paradise Point Nature Center 290 Northshore Road, Hebron, United StatesChoose from a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard as we travel along the route of the Newfound Lake Water Trail with a Naturalist. We will visit as many stops as time allows while learning more about the geology and ecology of Newfound Lake. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or […]
METALSUM – Art Inspired by Nature and Imagined Through Found Objects
McLane Center 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, United States"METALSUM”, art for the home and garden. Found and repurposed objects welded into abstract, representational and whimsical art with an emphasis on portraying the natural world. - Jane Kolias creates decorative rustic metal art from found, abandoned and discarded objects. She finds things in nooks and crannies of antique and thrift stores, salvage yards, friend’s […]
METALSUM – Art Inspired by Nature and Imagined Through Found Objects
McLane Center 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, United States"METALSUM”, art for the home and garden. Found and repurposed objects welded into abstract, representational and whimsical art with an emphasis on portraying the natural world. - Jane Kolias creates decorative rustic metal art from found, abandoned and discarded objects. She finds things in nooks and crannies of antique and thrift stores, salvage yards, friend’s […]
Wildlife Photography Workshop
Massabesic Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United StatesJoin local nature photographer, Tracy Brunner, at the Massabesic Center for an evening photo hike along Massabesic Lake. The walk will start at the Center and continue on the trails to photograph the beautiful lakeshore landscapes and the local wildlife. During the workshop, Tracy will discuss tips for getting the most out of your wildlife […]
Ask a Master Gardener Days
Massabesic Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United StatesUNH Extension Master Gardeners will be waiting for you to visit the Massabesic Center on select mornings this growing season! Bring all of your pressing questions about plants, discover inspiration for adapting spaces at home, or just enjoy the blooms! These events are also the perfect time to learn about getting involved in volunteer gardening […]
METALSUM – Art Inspired by Nature and Imagined Through Found Objects
McLane Center 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, United States"METALSUM”, art for the home and garden. Found and repurposed objects welded into abstract, representational and whimsical art with an emphasis on portraying the natural world. - Jane Kolias creates decorative rustic metal art from found, abandoned and discarded objects. She finds things in nooks and crannies of antique and thrift stores, salvage yards, friend’s […]
Youth Program at Paradise Point – Who Left That Track?
Paradise Point Nature Center 290 Northshore Road, Hebron, United StatesExplore our trail system with the Lead Naturalist and learn about animal tracking! Understand how to identify tracks based on shape and patterns, while getting some fun facts about animal behavior. Parents and guardians are encouraged to stay for programs but are not required to participate. Intended for ages 10-17.
METALSUM – Art Inspired by Nature and Imagined Through Found Objects
McLane Center 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, United States"METALSUM”, art for the home and garden. Found and repurposed objects welded into abstract, representational and whimsical art with an emphasis on portraying the natural world. - Jane Kolias creates decorative rustic metal art from found, abandoned and discarded objects. She finds things in nooks and crannies of antique and thrift stores, salvage yards, friend’s […]