Nearer to Nature Walk: Wetland Communities of Belknap Woods

Explore Squam Lakes Association’s Belknap Woods with Naturalist Margaret Gillespie, author of the Science Center’s book, Nearer to Nature, and Lakes Region Conservation Corps member Ben Grunwald. This 90-acre forest, located at the mouth of Dog Cove in Center Harbor, features wetlands teaming with wildlife, including beavers and amphibians. Margaret will help you discover wildlife sights and sounds, along with unusual flora. Ben will introduce Citizen Science programs you can participate in to help scientists monitor amphibian populations. Meet at the Science Center to arrange carpooling. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.