January 2021
Intro to Ice Fishing – Squam Lake Science Center
Beneath the snow and ice is a wondrous world of peril: oxygen starts to deplete, food is scarce, and water temperature is barely above 37°F. Join us in search of fish that remain active under these conditions. Try to entice fish to the end of your line using lures and jigging techniques that mimic their natural food. Learn about fish adaptations by observing fish colors, fins, and mouthparts. Whether you fish for food, as a social gathering, or to be…
Find out more »Wild Winter Walk – Squam Lake Science Center
Have you ever wondered what happens to the animals at the Science Center during the winter? Most of them stay in the same place, just as they would in the wild.Join a staff naturalist for a guided walk on the live animal exhibit trail to see our animal ambassadors dressed in their winter coats and discuss how these native animals are well adapted for winter in New Hampshire. If needed, snowshoes are available at no extra cost or bring your…
Find out more »February 2021
Homeschool Virtual Series at Squam Lake Natural Science Center
Ages 4 to 10 First and Second Thursdays, 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. November 5, 12, December 3, 10, January 7, 14, February 4, 11, March 4, 11, April 1, 8 Observe, discover, and explore phenomena in the natural world as a scientist does, through this monthly virtual series for homeschool students. The first Thursday of each month, a seasonal topic is introduced and students are given an outdoor investigation to complete at home. The investigations use materials readily available at…
Find out more »Intro to Ice Fishing – Squam Lake Science Center
Second Tuesday of the month through April For adults Do you know what a Daphnia is? Have you closely examined our native orchids? Have you paused to ponder the diversity of lichens growing on rocks and trees? Join us for this Virtual Science Pub series as we dive into the rare and largely unknown inhabitants of the Squam Watershed. Presentations will be held via Zoom. Cost: No charge to attend but advance registration for each session is required. Registration Link:…
Find out more »Virtual Science Pub/The Secret World of Squam
Second Tuesday of the month through April For adults Do you know what a Daphnia is? Have you closely examined our native orchids? Have you paused to ponder the diversity of lichens growing on rocks and trees? Join us for this Virtual Science Pub series as we dive into the rare and largely unknown inhabitants of the Squam Watershed. Presentations will be held via Zoom. Cost: No charge to attend but advance registration for each session is required. Registration Link:…
Find out more »Wild Winter Walks – Squam Lake Science Center
Have you ever wondered what happens to the animals at the Science Center during the winter? Most of them stay in the same place, just as they would in the wild.Join a staff naturalist for a guided walk on the live animal exhibit trail to see our animal ambassadors dressed in their winter coats and discuss how these native animals are well adapted for winter in New Hampshire. If needed, snowshoes are available at no extra cost or bring your…
Find out more »Wild Winter Walks – Squam Lake Science Center
Have you ever wondered what happens to the animals at the Science Center during the winter? Most of them stay in the same place, just as they would in the wild.Join a staff naturalist for a guided walk on the live animal exhibit trail to see our animal ambassadors dressed in their winter coats and discuss how these native animals are well adapted for winter in New Hampshire. If needed, snowshoes are available at no extra cost or bring your…
Find out more »Wild Winter Walks – Squam Lake Science Center
Have you ever wondered what happens to the animals at the Science Center during the winter? Most of them stay in the same place, just as they would in the wild.Join a staff naturalist for a guided walk on the live animal exhibit trail to see our animal ambassadors dressed in their winter coats and discuss how these native animals are well adapted for winter in New Hampshire. If needed, snowshoes are available at no extra cost or bring your…
Find out more »March 2021
Homeschool Virtual Series at Squam Lake Natural Science Center
Ages 4 to 10 First and Second Thursdays, 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. November 5, 12, December 3, 10, January 7, 14, February 4, 11, March 4, 11, April 1, 8 Observe, discover, and explore phenomena in the natural world as a scientist does, through this monthly virtual series for homeschool students. The first Thursday of each month, a seasonal topic is introduced and students are given an outdoor investigation to complete at home. The investigations use materials readily available at…
Find out more »Virtual Science Pub: The Secret World of Squam
Second Tuesday of the month through April For adults Do you know what a Daphnia is? Have you closely examined our native orchids? Have you paused to ponder the diversity of lichens growing on rocks and trees? Join us for this Virtual Science Pub series as we dive into the rare and largely unknown inhabitants of the Squam Watershed. Presentations will be held via Zoom. Cost: No charge to attend but advance registration for each session is required. Registration Link:…
Find out more »Wild Winter Walk – Squam Lake Science Center
Have you ever wondered what happens to the animals at the Science Center during the winter? Most of them stay in the same place, just as they would in the wild.Join a staff naturalist for a guided walk on the live animal exhibit trail to see our animal ambassadors dressed in their winter coats and discuss how these native animals are well adapted for winter in New Hampshire. If needed, snowshoes are available at no extra cost or bring your…
Find out more »April 2021
Homeschool Virtual Series at Squam Lake Natural Science Center
Ages 4 to 10 First and Second Thursdays, 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. November 5, 12, December 3, 10, January 7, 14, February 4, 11, March 4, 11, April 1, 8 Observe, discover, and explore phenomena in the natural world as a scientist does, through this monthly virtual series for homeschool students. The first Thursday of each month, a seasonal topic is introduced and students are given an outdoor investigation to complete at home. The investigations use materials readily available at…
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