Join local birder Tom McShane and the Newfound Lake Region Association’s (NLRA) Education & Outreach Manager, Mirka Zapletal, for a birding and animal sign walk at Grey Rocks Conservation Area, Monday, January 23, 10:30am- 12:30pm. As participants explore the trails at Grey Rocks, they’ll be on the look out for birds and tracks left behind by a range of animals. While some wildlife leaves the area in winter and other species sleep their way through it, branches without leaves can make it easier to spot the birds that remain and snow can record not only who passed through the area but also what they did on their journey. Tom and Mirka will share their knowledge and enthusiasm for exploring Newfound in winter.  This event is geared toward all people with an interest in exploring the natural world. Registration is required for this event- register and find more information including other upcoming events at NewfoundLake.org/events or call 603-744-8689.

NLRA works to protect the high-quality waters of Newfound Lake and its watershed, maintaining a healthy and diverse ecosystem.  Along with educational programming like guided walks and paddles, NLRA monitors water quality, conserves land, manages stormwater pollution, and monitors for invasive species. For more than 50 years NLRA has been protecting Newfound Lake, and the results of that conservation are as clear as Newfound’s water.  You can learn more about NLRA’s initiatives at NewfoundLake.org.