Join a Squam Lakes Natural Science Center naturalist and meet three live wild animals that you may encounter in our forests, fields, or wetlands. You will get a chance to meet this animal ambassdors up close and personal. Learn about their places in larger ecosystems and discover what makes these animals well-suited for life in New Hampshire—or even for life right in your backyard. Animal visitors will cover a selection of species that are native to New Hampshire and may include reptiles, raptors, and mammals.
Get ready for an exciting adventure in the wild! While we can't predict exactly which fasincating creatures will join us, there's a thrilling possiblity that you might encouter an owl, raptor, porcupine, skunk, opossum, woodchuck, turtle, or bat. At least three of these amazing creatures will be visiting us. The lineup really depends on the wekk leading up to our event and the well-being of each animal, so come with an open heart and perpare for whatever surprises nautre has in store. It's bound to be an unforgettable experience.
A friendly reminder we also have a discount price to go visit Squam Lake Natural Science Center, by using our museum passes. To check our other passes, use this link Museum Passes | Conway Public Library
About Squam Lakes Natural Science Center
The mission of Squam Lakes Natural Science Center is to advance understanding of ecology by exploring New Hampshire’s natural world. Through spectacular live animal exhibits, natural science education programs, guided Squam Lake Cruises, an informal public garden, and Blue Heron School, a nature-based Montessori early learning center, the Science Center has educated and enlightened visitors since 1966 about the importance of our natural world. The Science Center is Sensory Inclusive Certified by KultureCity.
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center is located on Route 113 in Holderness, an easy drive from exit 24 off I-93, and public trails are open daily from May 1 through November 1 with programming throughout the year. Squam Lake Cruises run daily mid-May through mid-October. For further information about the Science Center, call 603-968-7194 or visit www.nhnature.org