News from Newfound

Spring is here and so are the black bears! Be responsible with bear attractants this spring.

Volunteer Blake Robbins is mapping terrestrial invasives to measure their potential impact on the health of the watershed.

What can this seasonal surge of water tell us, and why does it matter?

Mud season has arrived! Help protect Newfound's natural areas by staying on the trail in all conditions.

The lake was fully covered by ice beginning January 3rd, the earliest ice-in date since 2019. Along with recreational opportunities, ice cover plays an important role in keeping Newfound Lake healthy.

Backyard bird feeding is a rewarding way to connect with nature and support non-migratory birds during the toughest months of the year.

After weeks of cold and snow, the Newfound Watershed experienced warmer temperatures and rain. Winter rainstorms come with unique challenges, especially when rain falls on snow or frozen ground.

Salt is an important tool for keeping roads, parking lots, driveways and walkways safe in winter, but it also pollutes waterways. Under current state and federal guidelines, a teaspoon of salt is enough to permanently pollute five gallons of…

As snow settles across the fields, forests, and wetlands, it becomes a clean slate—ready to record the movements of the animals who share our landscape.

November 2025 Dear Newfounder, Across New Hampshire, invasive species and pollution are damaging lakes that were once pristine. Now, Newfound faces the same danger.  In September, the invasive spiny water flea was discovered in the lake, a tiny…

As November nights grow longer, we’re reminded of the quiet beauty of dark skies—crystal-clear views of the moon, stars, and unlit hillsides. This is a perfect time to reflect on the value of darkness, not just for now, but year-round.

One of the best ways to protect the quality of the water in Newfound Lake is to conserve the lands surrounding it. Forests and fields soak up rainwater like a sponge, filtering it into the ground before it picks up pollution and runs into waterways.