Welcome to the Newfound Connection
Each edition of the Newfound Lake Region Association newsletter features events, news, trivia, and the people of the watershed—everything a Newfounder needs to know!
| | Paddle with a Purpose at the Weed Stampede | | Help us keep Newfound Lake free from invasive aquatic plants! | | |
Invasive aquatic plants are a threat to Newfound Lake. They infest new lakes across the state of New Hampshire every year, impacting water quality, decreasing property values, and costing thousands of dollars to manage.
Prevention and early detection are key to managing invasive species. The Weed Stampede is an annual volunteer-driven, lake-wide survey of Newfound Lake aimed at identifying and stopping aquatic invasive plants before they damage the ecosystem.
Over the course of this event, volunteer Weed Watchers paddle Newfound's shorelines on the lookout for aquatic invasives. Volunteers can take part on one or both days.
Weed Stampede
August 16 & 17
Lake-wide!
| | *Weed Watcher training is required and available the morning of August 16th at 8:30am at the Grey Rocks Conservation Area. | | Grey Rocks Conservation Center Now Open! | | We invite you to explore the Grey Rocks Conservation Center, the new home of the Newfound Lake Region Association and a community space dedicated to supporting environmental education and conservation efforts. | |
Located at:
178 North Shore Rd, Hebron, NH
Hours:
Thursday-Monday: 9am-4pm
Closed Tuesday & Wednesday
The property’s trails and nonmotorized boat launch are open year round from dawn to dusk. Learn more at NewfoundLake.org/GreyRocks.
| | Prevent the Invasion: Keep Spiny Water Flea Out of Newfound Lake | Spiny water flea, an aggressive invasive species, has been discovered in nearby water bodies like Lake Winnipesaukee. If introduced to Newfound, they could pose a serious threat to the ecosystem. | | |
Spiny water flea is an invasive zooplankton that forms large, jelly-like masses and spreads between waterbodies by hitching a ride on fishing equipment and other recreational gear. These tiny crustaceans may be small, but their impact is huge. Spiny water flea can:
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Disrupt the ecosystem. Spiny water flea has few natural predators in New Hampshire, and it eats the good zooplankton that help manage algae growth and feed native fish populations.
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Damage recreational fishing by impacting fish populations, entangling fishing lines, and damaging rods and reels with their hard, sharp tails.
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Spread rapidly by clinging to boats, fishing gear, anchor lines, and trailers.
Protecting Newfound Lake starts with awareness and action. Take these steps to stop the spread:
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Clean, drain, and dry. Every boater, angler, and lake visitor should thoroughly clean, drain, and dry their boat, trailer, and other recreational gear after every trip.
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Report it! If you find spiny water flea in Newfound Lake, drop a pin on Google Maps and email your pin and photos to Isabella@NewfoundLake.org.
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Spread the word. Forward this newsletter to your friends, family, and neighbors around the lake. Many people aren't aware how easy it is to spread invasive species and how devastating the consequences can be. Increasing public awareness about the threat of invasive species is crucial for prevention.
Learn more from our partner NH LAKES: NHLAKES.org/invasion-of-the-spiny-water-fleas.
| | Protect Your Loved Ones and Newfound Lake During National Make-A-Will Month | | August is national Make-A-Will Month. Creating a will protects your family and loved ones. It can also protect the causes you care about. | |
By including the Newfound Lake Region Association in your will, you create a lasting legacy that protects Newfound Lake for generations to come. Bequests are invested in NLRA’s endowment, providing steady, lasting support for conservation efforts year after year. Even a modest bequest can make a meaningful difference. A gift of $2,500 generates $100 annually in perpetuity.
A $10,000 gift generates $400 each year—forever.
Your bequest is an enduring investment in clean water, healthy ecosystems, and a vibrant future for Newfound.
To learn more about how you can create a lasting impact through your will or trust, visit NewfoundLake.org/planned-giving or reach out to Development Director Audrey West at Audrey@NewfoundLake.org.
| | The Newfound Lake Region Association is dedicated to protecting Newfound Lake and its watershed. | | | | |
