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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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…
Ice Out has officially been declared! The ice melt and cracking are enough that it is possible to launch a boat from all shores as of 10:15 AM, April 7th. There are still a few icy spots along some shores,…
Dear WWA Members, Several items on the Wolfeboro Town Ballot on March 11th are of interest to the WWA, particularly regarding water quality and environmental issues. Articles 2 & 3 address short-term rentals and are explained in detail below. Article…
Welcome to the 2025 Ice Out Contest! Think you can predict when the ice will vanish from the lake? Take your best guess, and you could win a WWA hat—plus the ultimate prize: bragging rights! How to Enter: Submit Your…
