During the winter, salt is a major contaminant of water bodies in New Hampshire. Overuse and improper application lead to salt running off roads and driveways and into nearby water sources. This poses a risk to lake health, wildlife, and…
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When it comes to cyanobacteria, only you can decide the level of risk you are comfortable with. Always perform a self-assessment before recreating in the water. When in doubt, err on the side of caution to avoid potential exposure. Below…
Our partnership with Van Berkum Nursery continues as we open the late summer plant sale! These plants were selected for their benefits to the watershed, particularly for waterfront property owners looking to revegetate their shores. The benefits of these perennials…
The Healthy Swimming Mapper from the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services is a great way to stay up-to-date on cyanobacteria activity in the state. The map displays areas where cyanobacteria blooms and fecal bacteria have been reported, with different…
The Wentworth Watershed Association was pleased to welcome the community, both familiar members and first-time participants, to Water Summit VII on July 19th. It was a warm, sunny Saturday morning—a perfect day for getting out on the lakes. The WWA…
Wentworth Watershed Association has recently held a virtual training on cyanobacteria blooms. This educational presentation, given by Executive Director Julie Brown, was recorded as a resource for anyone who missed the live training events or would like to refer back…
A total of 39 fish were submitted at this year's Ben Baldwin Fishing Derby; fishermen and women of all ages joined in on the fun for the day. There were 6 species of fish represented in the watershed this year.…
The registration deadline for our annual Summer Kickoff is nearing, and we’d love to see you there! Join us at 5:00 PM on Wednesday, June 11th, at the Lake View Bed and Breakfast for a relaxed evening of great company, appetizers, drinks, and…
This sale has ended, but we plan to offer more plant sales in the future. Stay tuned! This spring, we're offering a variety of lake-friendly perennials to plant along the shoreline or in your yard. These plants serve the watershed…
Dear Wentworth Watershed Association Members, Following our recent notification about the use of drones for shoreline surveys, several members reached out with concerns and we’re grateful for your engagement. I’d like to take this opportunity to provide more details about…
