May 2011

The

Monitor

The Newsletter of the Newfound Lake REGION Association

Watershed Project: Real Progress Towards Long-term Goals

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he NLRA’s primary measure of success for the Every Acre Counts project is to meet our mission of protecting Newfound Lake and its watershed. The following 2011 activities will achieve critical progress for the watershed project and NLRA’s mission: Cummings Beach. This project will protect water quality, prevent erosion and improve public safety at Bristol’s Cummings Beach on West Shore Road. Using a vegetated swale to slow, treat and infiltrate runoff from the road and parking lot, NLRA and the Town will provide a highly visible demonstration of the why and how of preventing stormwater pollution. Shared Land-Use Planning. Building on common interests to manage steep slopes and erodible soils with riparian buffers, the NLRA is providing a workshop on May 19 for local Planning Boards and the general public to create practical land use policies in time for 2012 Town meetings. Grass-Roots Leadership. Stormwater runoff is the single biggest threat to our water quality. As stormwater is generated nearly everywhere rain falls and snow melts, controlling it requires broad participation. By encouraging and

celebrating individuals that take steps to manage their own stormwater we hope to build a sustainable solution to this threat (see page 3 for more about controlling stormwater). We will continue to monitor water quality, focusing on stream sampling

with our Hill Clan partners to better understand impacts of land-use changes on water quality. Please call Boyd or Nikki about rewarding volunteer opportunities with NLRA and how to take actions on your own property.

The main objective of the Every Acre Counts project and NLRA’s mission are one and the same – to protect Newfound Lake and its watershed.

Digital 3-D view of the Newfound Lake watershed. Darker shading indicates steeper slopes (brown) and deeper water (blue).

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From the Executive Director

heartfelt thanks to all our members and sponsors for your contributions of time, talent and treasure that allow NLRA to continue your work. As we prepare to celebrate our 40th anniversary, I find myself reflecting on five years as Director while contemplating our hoped-for future and arriving at two important conclusions. First, GO BIG! Our mission, to protect Newfound Lake and its watershed, is a big, hairy,

audacious goal; a real stretch for a modest organization such as ours. However, striving for anything less undervalues the passion and commitment so many of us feel for this special place. Second, Buildto-Last. Watershed protection is a longterm undertaking that requires fortitude, creativity and many skills. The NLRA needs to be a healthy, sustainable and relevant organization to effectively steward our shared resources of water, land and

rural character for the long run. The NLRA is increasingly recognized as an innovative and effective force for watershed-scale protection in the Newfound Region and beyond. I feel extremely fortunate to be part of this respected organization, and hope that you, too, take pride in our success. See you around the watershed! Boyd Smith, Director

Newt on stream bank March 18: from Little Sugarloaf. Still winter up here! Photo courtesy Noah Munro

Chairperson’s Message

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elcome to another Newfound summer! While winter slowed Nature’s pace, the NLRA has been growing and getting ready for a new year. We are excited to welcome Rosemary D’arcy and Ed McNeirney as new Trustees. Rosemary and Ed bring tremendous experience in nonprofit and private sector leadership with their deep commitment to achieving the

NLRA mission. After eight years of valuable service, Trustee Pete Carey has resigned from our Board, although he will continue to be very involved with our land conservation efforts. Pete served as President, Vice President, Executive Committee member and legal counsel during some of our most challenging and formative years. Thanks so much Pete!

Our Trustees, volunteers and staff are proud to protect the Newfound watershed, and want you to share this pride as a supporter of NLRA. Please make sure you are on our mailing and e-mailing list so you don’t miss any of the events, announcements, and fun coming your way. NLRA is also on FaceBook so catch up on the news there too. Jan Collins, NRLA Board Chair

The Monitor is a publication of the Newfound Lake Region Association. NLRA Officers and Executive Committee Members: Jan Collins, Board Chair; Ken Weidman, Treasurer; Helga Stamp, Secretary; Jerry Anderson, at-large Trustees: Rosemary D’Arcy, Bill Fay, Ed McNierney, Laura Moore, Rob Moore, Noah Munro, Greg Wagner Staff: Boyd Smith, Executive Director; Nikki Wooster-Goodwin, Program Director; Karen Boyd, Volunteer Membership Coordinatorw

Newfound Lake Region Association 800 Lake St. Bristol, NH 03222 P: 603-744-8689 [email protected]

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Around the Lake

Become a Water Watchdog!

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hat is a Water Watchdog? Simply put, Water Watchdogs take action to preserve what they love about their land and water. After years of answering “why should I protect the watershed” we are ready to start showing people how to do it. On your own land, with your own hands, on a realistic budget! Stormwater runoff – a nasty product of heavy rains falling on roads, roofs and disturbed land, comes from everywhere. Picking up dirt, chemicals and natural debris, stormwater entering our lakes and rivers causes algae blooms and loss of clarity while providing fertile ground for native and invasive plants. Observe where the water flows across your yard when it rains hard, or follow the small gullies at the edge of your lawn to see where they lead. If all the rain soaks in, you are in great shape. If you have your own personal headwater, with runoff originating on your property on its journey to the sea, you have work to do. Here are some simple, effective and practical Best Management Practices (BMPs) to reduce your stormwater footprint: • Reduce impervious area – Keep the amount of pavement, roofs and lawn to a minimum. These surfaces are impervious to infiltration, and are major causes of stormwater runoff. • Vegetated Buffers – Leave 25 feet or more of natural vegetation next to surface

Clockwise from top left: Rain Barrel, Rain Garden, Porous Pavement, Riparian Buffer

water for one of the most attractive and effective treatment systems available. • Rain Barrel – Save the first 50-100 gallons from your downspout for later use. • Rain Garden – Irrigate an attractive landscape feature while refilling your well. • Infiltration Trenches – Catch runoff from eaves and driveways and recharge your groundwater. • Porous Pavement – Repaving a driveway or building a patio? Create a lowmaintenance, puddle-free, ice-resistant

NLRA members have a golden opportunity to lead by example in our efforts to protect shared resources.

surface that acts like a stormwater sponge. Go to (NHDES link) to see the brand new NHDES stormwater control manual for homeowners that explains these BMPs in a step-by-step fashion. Beginning with our own rain garden and the Cummings Beach project (see page 1), we are building an interactive web site for Water Watchdogs to share their success stories in words and pictures. You can become a Water Watchdog by installing a BMP that reduces your stormwater footprint, and motivate others to join in by sharing your story with us on the NLRA web site. Now is a great time to become a Water Watchdog. Contact Boyd at the NLRA to find out how easy it is to make a difference, and help tame the stormwater threat!

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Programs Lake Hosting Makes a Difference

Weed Watchers Wanted!

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hanks to the generosity of our local towns and the available grant funding offered by NH Lakes Association, we are proud to say that the Wellington State Park boat ramp will be monitored every day of the week during the peek summer months of 2011. The following towns must be recognized for their contributions: Alexandria donated $700, Bridgewater gave $1,400 and Bristol donated $1,000. Lake Hosts monitor the Wellington State Park boat ramp and conduct quick inspections of trailers and boats as they enter Newfound Lake. Due to the diligence and kind education offered by our Lake Hosts, the boating public is becoming aware of how to prevent the spread of invasive species. As a community, we can make a difference!

Stream Monitoring – Get Your Feet Wet!

Newfound Eco-Tours - Come take an Adventure!

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an you imagine yourself on a brand new pontoon boat, skimming across the crystal waters of Newfound Lake? Well, dream no longer! The Newfound Eco-Tours summer season begins in July and our tour guide and boat captain will take you on a cruise to remember! Learn about Newfound’s local history as you putter between Cliff and Belle Islands. Try your hand as a biologist as you test the clarity of Newfound’s water and gather water samples from depths as much as sixty feet! Have your cameras ready

ove to kayak or canoe? How about combining your love of boating on Newfound with a very special task that we call Weed Watching! Weed Watchers patrol shallow waters around Newfound Lake to monitor aquatic plant growth over the course of time. If changes are observed, Weed Watchers alert the Newfound Lake Region Association. We offer a free training seminar that teaches volunteers how to recognize both invasive and non-invasive species. Become a Weed Watcher and protect Newfound Lake! For more information, please contact Nikki at 744-8689.

and become part of the postcard! Tours are scheduled on Fridays and Saturdays at 10am and 1pm. Please call to reserve your tour at least 48 hours in advance of the scheduled departure time. Tours may also be booked by appointment. See you this summer!

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o you love to walk along a lazy stream embankment and watch the water flow over pebbles and tree branches? Guess what? We have the perfect program for you! Stream Monitors WANTED! Every year, our stream monitors grab their equipment and head to the woods to test the water quality of our local tributaries. Keeping track of the health of our streams helps us to monitor the health and welfare of Newfound Lake. If one of our brooks or rivers is delivering high quantities of phosphorus, sediment, minerals or salt, we can attempt to find the disturbance and make a change that will directly affect the wellbeing of Newfound Lake. Learn how to become a monitor in your neck of the woods!

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Tiffanie Meekins of Wildlife Encounters at Winter Fest 2011.

Programs Winter Fest a Huge Success!

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aturday, February 26th marked the first annual Winter Fest and it was an event to remember! The NLRA had the pleasure of joining with the Tapply Thompson Community Center, the Lion’s Club, the Leo’s Club, the Bristol Fire Department and the Slim Baker Foundation to welcome over two hundred attendees. Twenty-one people volunteered to help with the activities of the day. Judy Tumosa of NH Fish and Game, Bob Craycraft of UNH and Tiffanie Meekins of Wild Life Encounters conducted fantastic and educational presentations. Heather Huckins and Samantha Austin led snowshoe hikes with dozens of participants. The Newfound Peeps participated in our snow sculpture competition and made a fantastic sculpture that was

captured by the Record Enterprise. Over forty people participated in a wide variety of winter activities. The Bristol Fire Department kept everyone warm by the bon fire. Jeff Day created an unforgettable ice sculpture that adorned the deck of the Slim Baker Lodge and Lacey Bailey of Daydreamer Face and Body Art painted The Newfound Peeps win snow sculpture contest. faces for both kids and adults throughout the afternoon. Winter environment under a beautiful blanket of Fest offered the community the oppor- snow. See you all next year! tunity to get together and appreciate our

Give Lake Lay Monitoring a Try!

Naturally Newfound Fair at Wellington State Park!

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am pleased to announce that 2011 will mark the 26th consecutive year of Lake Lay Monitoring on Newfound Lake. Sampling will began in late May and will continue until October. Being aware of changes in our lake helps us to understand that we are witnessing symptoms of nutrient enrichment as a reflection of residential development. With the help of the eleven volunteers that participated in lake monitoring last year, data was analyzed to determine ways of slowing down our lake’s aging process. If you feel like trying your hand at becoming a citizen scientist, please call the NLRA to learn how you can be trained to be a Lake Lay Monitor. Monitors are needed and the training is free! Call Nikki at 744-8689.

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he Naturally Newfound Fair has a new location this year so mark your calendars for June 25th and pack your beach bags for Wellington State Park! The festivities will be located at the Eagles Perch Central Pavilion and we will be chillin’ and grillin’ in the sun (or rain, for that matter!) The event will begin at 10am and conclude at 3pm. Our Eco-Tours pontoon boat will be running throughout the day from the beach. Biologist Bob Craycraft of UNH will be

conducting water tests right from the shoreline. NH Fish and Game will join us for a presentation about aquatic life in Newfound and hey, don’t forget the ‘Naturally Newfound Pie of the Year’ contest! It will be judged by a panel of serious culinary experts and we need your submissions! Perhaps we will throw in a volley ball tournament or two and of course we will have a beach obstacle course for both the young and the young at heart! See you at the beach on June 25th!

Culinary judges hard at work for the Naturally Newfound Fair pie contest

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Around the Lake

First Phase of Spec Pond Preservation Complete

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fter several years of planning, design and successful fundraising, the Spectacle Pond Association, with the NLRA as fiscal agent, has constructed a new spillway for the Pond.  The health of this pristine water, co-located in Groton and Hebron, was threatened by aging infrastructure that caused the NHDES to issue a letter of deficiency in 2008. The new spillway provides discharge capacity to meet the 100-year storm requirement established by the NHDES. The second phase of the preservation project will be to increase the height of the existing dam to provide storage capacity for 100-year storms.  Once this phase is completed, NHDES requirements will be satisfied, preventing them from breaching the dam and draining the pond to protect public safety. The final phase of the preservation project is reconstruction of an earth /

rock dike located on the Hebron end of the pond.  Constructed over a century ago, the leaky dike allows the pond level to drop rapidly in the summer.  Repairing the dike will solve this problem and provide enough additional discharge capacity for Spectacle Pond to exceed the 100-year storm requirement by a Pouring concrete for the new spillway (February 2011) factor of two or more. Financial support for these projects has come mostly from to complete our work, but the success of individuals and families who appreciate fund-raising efforts to date makes comSpectacle Pond as one of the gems of the pletion of all three phases of the preservaNewfound watershed, with major addi- tion project in 2011 likely. tional grants from NH Fish and Game, You can see more photographs of spillthe NH Electric Cooperative, and the way construction at www.spectacleponTown of Hebron.  More help is needed dassociation.com.

Generous Donations Fund NLRA Pontoon Boat

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fter 14 years of faithful service from our old pontoon boat, we have huge news for the NLRA: through the generosity of the Madelaine Von Weber Charitable Trust, Mercury Marine and several prominent NLRA members, we expect to take delivery of a new, 22-foot South Bay pontoon boat in time for the 2011 boating season! We wish to thank the following organizations, businesses and individuals for their support:

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• Madelaine Von Weber Charitable Trust. The Trust provided $12,050 as a 50% match for the total cost of the boat. • West Shore Marine (Greg Wagner, Owner and NLRA Trustee). Greg helped us design and order a boat specific to NLRA’s needs, donated his profit margin, and gave us a fair trade-in value for our old boat. • Mercury Marine (through West Shore Marine) gave us a discount of roughly $3,500 for the motor.

• Two anonymous NLRA members donated a total of $4,500. • Bud and Jinga Moore donated $1,000. The new boat will be used primarily to continue lake water quality sampling (our 26th consecutive year) and for our Newfound Eco-Tours program. We look forward to seeing all our members and friends on an Eco-Tour this summer. Thanks to everyone that made this extremely important investment possible!

May 2011

2010

Member Recognition

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he Spring issue of The Monitor is one of our favorite, as we thank all our supporters from the previous year. This enclosure lists individuals, families, businesses, camps, associations and towns that provided financial support to the NLRA in 2010. By the generosity of these benefactors, we are able to protect Newfound Lake and its watershed. With the beginning of summer comes our request to renew your membership, a campaign that will begin shortly after you receive this Newsletter. Please watch for a membership renewal letter from NLRA. We encourage you to renew at your highest possible level, and to invite your friends and neighbors to join in supporting the Region’s only year ’round water watchdog!

Trustees and Staff

$250 to $999

“Robert Rooke, Sr. and Family” The Charles Foundation Andy and Linda McLane

Jerry and Marcia Anderson Jane and Family Bartter Mark and Dana Belland Tripp and Nancy Blair George and Nancy Bolln David and Ann Bulk Jan and Ron Collins John and Nancy Dineen Betty Emerson Victor and Kathy Field Phil and Liz Hawkins Roger and Carol LaFontaine Butler and Lois Lampson Jim and Lori Lerner Hope Lomas Chip and Cindy Matthes Steve and Grace McMahon Ed and Kate McNierney Rob and Laura Moore Selina and Sandy Rossiter Dan and Emmy Smith Mike and Arlene Sobol George and Dianna Sullivan Phil and Betsy Twombly Jim and Sally Vanicek Ken and Susan Weidman Bill and Katie Weidman Raymond and Julie Weigel

$1,000 to $4,999

$100 to $249

Officers: Jan Collins, Board Chair Ken Weidman, Treasurer Helga Stamp, Secretary Jerry Anderson, at-large Trustees: Rosemary D’Arcy Bill Fay Ed McNierney Laura Moore Rob Moore Noah Munro Greg Wagner

Staff: Boyd Smith, Executive Director Nikki Wooster-Goodwin, Program Director Karen Boyd, Volunteer Membership Coordinator

2010Annual Fund $5,000 or greater

Michael Asay Herb and Rosemary D’Arcy Glenn and Anne Dorr Ray and Kelly Dunn Frank and Phoebe Griswold Eric and Rebecca Herr Cheryl and Steve Jonas Miles and Gerry Nogelo Bob and Natalie Rooke Paul and Betsy Shiverick Max and Helga Stamp Greg Wagner

Edward Adamsky Dan and Lily Adamsky Dick and Debie Aho Nell Allen Nell Allen Joan Allison Hugh Antrim Jane Bartter Jane Bartter Bob and Janet Bergeron Myrtle Blanchard Bette Bohlke-O’Gara

Gerard and Cathleen Bolduc Don and Maureen Canniff George Carr Dave Carr Dan Cavanagh Evan and Maureen Collins John and Kathy Connolly Alison Davidson Alison Davidson Joe and Helen DeCosta Bob Denious Darren and Carrie Donovan John and Lyn Egsgard Bill and Jeanette Fay Bruce and Carolyn Field Regena Fitchett Joe Foote Thelma Francis Bob and Sarah Gabler Bette Gibson David and Anne Hardy Keith and Angeline Harger Joseph and Katherine Humphrey Bettina Jenney Bruce and Sondra Johnstone Charles and Barbara Karner Dave and Pat Kenney Paul LaFontaine Drew and Carol Landry Carolyn and Richard Lobban Ken and Eleanor Lonske Patricia Lowell Mary Masland Carol McGough Cinda McKinney Tucker McLane Sally Moore Barbara Nicholson Ron and Fran Olson Bill and Donna Olson Elaine Pagliaro Lynn Passanisi Elizabeth and David Rafferty

Member Recognition Lawrence and Karen Reynolds Tony Salerno Jack and Val Scarborough Paul and Jamie Sheff Steve and Sandy Shusterman Carol Southall “John, Barbara and Don” Stokoe John and Linda Sugden Lindsay Thompson Bill and Heli Tomford Carol and Jeff Turcotte Linda and Gerry Walsh Sterling and Jean Weaver Willi and Christa Zankel Gena Cohen and Bob Moses

Up to $100

Kate Barrett Bill and Janice Barrett Paula and Michael Bartosiak Bill and Joan Bell Gordon and Christa Bennett Kathryn Bernache John and Barbara Bishop “Dave, Ann, Paul and Stephanie” Brownell Merrill Bryant Mike and Danielle Caldwell Richard Cooney Elaine Crandall Marge Dehls Rick and Donna Delancey Bob and Pat DeNoble Edward Doerner Frank and Lorraine Dubisz Edna Duffy Bob and Inge Eddy Leslie Frazier Dick and Marie Gardner Dorcas Gordon Ted Haines Bill and Pat Hamlett Mark and Nadine Hession Ann and Bill Houpt Nancy Howard Stanley Jackson Susan Jackson Tom and Nathalie Kehoe Ira and Erica Krull Ed Lindholm Ron and Charlene Mallette Don and Cheryl Martin Sandra McKenzie Barbara Moore Prisco and Dawn Morella Bill and Margaret Naumes Melissa and Carl Nordstrom Mark and Mary Ellen O’Connor Justin Ostro Laura Parisi Paula Popeo Enzo and Nancy Rebula Paul and Claire Ricciardi Helen Robinson Larry and Carol Rockwell Mary and Cynthia Rogers Mary Ruoff Family Rita Salvi Jim and Jan Salvucci Don and Barbie Selby Norman and Carol Small Brian Smith

Boyd Smith and Annette Zamarchi Howie and Tema Soberg John and Susan Spaeth Sandra Symonds Louis and Lorraine Travers Alice Tweedy Bob and Judy Twombly Martha Twombly Curtis and Georgianna Way Tom and Jule Whelan Jeffrey and Jane White Tom and Teri Whitman Tom and Nancy Whitman Claire Yeaton Walter and Harriet Ziegenhals

2010 Membership $1,000 or greater

John and Sandy Beard Paul Berton Dave and Roz Carlson Herb and Rosemary D’Arcy Cheryl and Steve Jonas Danny and Vicki LaVecchia Neal and Barbara Peirce

$250 to $999

Bob Asselin Pat and Sal Bannan Mark and Dana Belland Dick and Linda Beyer Tripp and Nancy Blair David and Mavis Brittelli Don and Maureen Canniff Pete Carey Jan and Ron Collins Bill Davies Margaret DePopolo David and Jane Dietz John and Nancy Dineen Don and Martha Dolben Darren and Carrie Donovan Glenn and Anne Dorr Ray and Kelly Dunn Betty Emerson Roger and Patty Emerson Kevin and Susan Farrell Helen Gemmill Priscilla Gemmill Jim and Sue Geraghty Frank and Phoebe Griswold Keith and Angeline Harger Tom and Betty Jones Chris Keppelman Ellen Ketterson Dana Kintigh Faith and Peter Knowles Joe Mancini Mary Masland Mickey McFarlane Debbie McLane-Carter Rob and Laura Moore Fred and Dee Dee Nold Ron and Fran Olson Lynn Passanisi Mike and Jane Quinn Bob and Leigh Radimer Elizabeth and David Rafferty Tom and Sharon Rohlfs David and Jane Shapiro

Laurie Smith and Jim Husson Skip and Jackie Vaccarello Ken and Susan Weidman Youngman Family

$100 to $249

Lee and Polly Alexander Joan Allison Jerry and Marcia Anderson Dave Barney Kate Barrett Andrew and Anne Bartlett Paula and Michael Bartosiak Mike and Stephanie Bednaz Bill and Jean Beebe Bob and Janet Bergeron Gerard and Cathleen Bolduc Jerry and Eleanor Bowe Annette Brissenden David and Ann Bulk John and Karen Byrne Donald and Mary Caldwell Dick and Brenda Carter Dennis and Linda Cashman Frank and Linda Cirurso Carolyn and Paul Clark John and Kathy Connolly Walter and Jan Connor Tony and Doreen Correnti William and Eileen Cotter Donald and Elaine Cummings Alison Davidson Joe Denning Bob and Pat DeNoble Pam and Jerry Drypolcher Wally and Lisa Faithorn Bill and Jeanette Fay Victor and Kathy Field Rita Finn Joe Foote Wade and Clara Fowler Thayer and Anne Fremont-Smith Bob and Sarah Gabler Bette Gibson Ann Giles Larry and Kay Graff Sylvia Green Yves and Judith Guerard George and Audrey Hagerman Rick and Marcia Hansen David and Anne Hardy Walter and June Hatfield Sarah Hopkins Jim and Cathy Hunt Barbara Hunt Pam and Rob Johnson Bruce and Sondra Johnstone Charles and Barbara Karner Tom and Lynn Katon Dave and Pat Kenney Mitch and Anna King Kitty and Jim Koch Bernie and Francine Kohout Alice Kurland Mark and Lisa LaFontaine Drew and Carol Landry Carolyn and Richard Lobban Bill Lochhead Ken and Eleanor Lonske Bill and Willa Lucarelli Bob and Susan Martens

Member Recognition Tim McGrath Mike and Liz McKinney Cinda McKinney Tom and Fran McKinnon Steve and Grace McMahon Russell and Joyce Monbleau Sally Moore Linda Morse David and Andrew Mosley Margaret and Andrew Muir Allen and Elaine Murphy Matt and Joanne Naimie Bill and Connie Nobles Miles and Gerry Nogelo Neil and Elinor Olken Richard and Richard Olson Justin Ostro James and Laura Owen Elaine Pagliaro Don and Elaine Paula Kathy Radimer Carter Ramquist Charley Ramquist Lawrence and Karen Reynolds Helen Robinson Mary Ruoff Tony Salerno Bard and Cindy Salmon Ileana and Gerald Saros Don and Barbie Selby Al and Doreen Shameklis Reggie and Lynn Shiverick Steve and Carolyn Shulman Steve and Sandy Shusterman Christine and Bill Smaldone Tony and Ann Smith Mike and Arlene Sobol Carol Southall John and Nancy Springer Max and Helga Stamp “John, Barbara and Don” Stokoe Gregg and Lisa Stone John and Linda Sugden Lindsay Thompson Davis and Patricia Thurber Steve and Jackie Tippett Jim and Rose Tuite Carol and Jeff Turcotte Phil and Betsy Twombly John and Marcia Unger Al and Barbara Van Buren Jim and Gillian Van Schaick Jim and Sally Vanicek Doug and Ruth Wacome Linda and Gerry Walsh Sterling and Jean Weaver Stephen and Barbara Weglarz Bob and Lee Williams Albert Wilson Charles and Lynn Wright Willi and Christa Zankel Walter and Harriet Ziegenhals

Up to $100

Bob and Brenda Akerman Nell Allen Barbara Alterowitz Armand and Janice Auger Kathy Baird Bill and Rosemary Baker Mike and Lois Bannan

Bill and Janice Barrett Jane Bartter Ken and Ellie Batchelder Gordon and Christa Bennett Kathryn Bernache George and Marilyn Blaisdell Myrtle Blanchard David and Rebecca Bliss Bette Bohlke-O’Gara Jacques and Carole Bonnet-Eymard Kelly and Karen Bonnevie Karen Boyd John and Lois Brennan Ron Breton Merrill Bryant Judy and Todd Buck Phil and June Burrows Chet and Mary Butcher Don and Carol Campbell Chip and Barbara Carpenter Bob and Andrea Casella Mary Cody John and Nancy Connor Richard Cooney Greg and Sandy Coronis Lawrence and Nancy Cross Bob and Mary Cunio Dick and Martha Cunningham Victor and Sheila Currier Bob Davies Rick and Donna Delancey Larry and Susan Demers Christina Divelbiss Bill and Beth Dixon Edward Doerner Warren Doerner Jim and Bonnie Doherty Ralph and Judith Donohue Helen Duchesne Edna Duffy Janice Dunphy Bob and Inge Eddy John and Lyn Egsgard Frederick and Jacqueline Eichman Susan Emerson Sue and Dick Evans Bill and Lin Everett Carol and Peter Exford Kaye Ferrara Bob and Muriel Finlayson Susan Finley Bill Flynn Paul and Charlene Fraser Leslie Frazier Bob and Dorothy Frechette Frank and Adele Gaimari Dick and Marie Gardner David and Barbara Godbout Mark and Naomi Goldman Ned and Gayle Gordon Dorcas Gordon Judy Goss Ted Haines Dick and Joan Hallberg Bill and Pat Hamlett Ginny Hantz Wayne and Barbara Harding Matthew Hart Monica Hart Dan and Laura Hauser Pierre and Paula Henry

Rob and Terry Herring Mark and Nadine Hession Jeff and Linda Hillier Greg and Ann Hopkins Nancy Howard Nancy Humphrey Pat Jensen Elsa and Bob Johnson Jeff and Marthur Kalil Tom and Nathalie Kehoe Ted and Margaret King Craig and Terry Knowles Ira and Erica Krull Matt LaFontaine Richard Lambert David and Mary Lemoine Aletha Lewis Mark and Maribeth Lightowler Ed Lindholm Bob and Priscilla Liptrot Margaret Loomis Harry and Joanne Louis Deborah Luippold Elena MacDonald Sarah and Bill MacDougall Lester and Dolores Mack Richard and Jody Maggio Ron and Charlene Mallette Claire Maloney Gerald and Nancy Marchand Charles and Patricia Marchese Robin McLane Lilla McLane-Bradley Bernadette McLaughlin Doug and Jen Meyer Tricia Miller George and Terry Mills Steve and Melissa Mills Robert Monk Barbara Moore Bud and Jinga Moore Prisco and Dawn Morella Barbara Morgan Rich and Kathy Murdy Ann Murphy Bill and Margaret Naumes Bill Neikam Jeff and Judy Neyhart Barbara Nicholson John and Sue Nunes Mark and Mary Ellen O’Connor Bill and Lee O’Donnell Donna Ohanian Paul and Mary O’Neill Seton O’Reilly Dan Paradis Ed and Joanne Patch Andrea and Fred Peirce Jack and Ann Petersen Sue and Jim Peterson John and Carol Phillips Jurgen and Lilah Piper Dave and Pam Plankey Mary Platt Lorna Platts Paula Popeo Brent and Wendy Powell Doug and Judi Priestley John and Linda Radimer Ellen and Pete Rawlings Enzo and Nancy Rebula

Member Recognition David and Enid Reed Stu and Millie Rent Larry and Carol Rockwell Nelson and Lisa Rodrigues Mary and Cynthia Rogers David and Carlene Rose David and Melinda Ryder Ara and Betty Sadaniantz Rita Salvi Jim and Jan Salvucci Elizabeth and Tony Sarracino Jack and Val Scarborough David and Paula Schatz Dan and Phyllis Schofield Dave and Maureen Serighelli Norman and Carol Small Suzanne and John Smith Brian Smith Greg and Judith Smith Howie and Tema Soberg John and Susan Spaeth Kevin and Debbie Squires Ron and Claire St. Cyr Helen Stevens Ed and Cathy Taglieri Wayne and Carol Tamarelli Dick Tapply David and Karen Taylor Stuart and Jane Thompson Janet Towse Louis and Lorraine Travers Bill and Janet Tumber Alice Tweedy Bob and Judy Twombly Sharon Veldhuis Russ and Diane Walberg Nancy Wall Ed and Marion Weber Bill and Katie Weidman Bill and Lucille Weir Patricia and John Wells Tom and Jule Whelan Jeffrey and Jane White Tom and Teri Whitman David and Elsie Wilson Bob Wilton Paul and Janet Winters Jim and Connie Wood Lin and Jean Woodbury Gil and Ruth Wrigley Claire Yeaton

2010 Donations from Towns, Summer Camps, Associations and Businesses Watershed Towns Alexandria Bridgewater Bristol Hebron

Newfound Summer Camps Camp Berea Camp Onaway Camp Pasquaney The Mayhew Program

Homeowner Associatv`ions

Stone Gate Acres Association Whittemore Point Improvement Association Wagon Wheel Condo Assoc. Shackett’s Landing Assoc. Whittemore Shores Condominium Assoc. Camelot Acres Camp Greenwood Estates Spruce Woodlands Association Clubhouse Condominium Assoc. Hebron Area Womens Group Whittemore Brook Association “Pickering Drive, LLC”

Business Sponsors ($600 or greater)

Bristol Shop ‘n Save Inn on Newfound Lake Northway Bank Sandybeach of Newfound The Mill Fudge Factory & Ice Cream Café The Newfound Woodworks West Shore Marine

Business Partners ($150 to $599) A Newfound Bed & Breakfast Adamsky Law Offices AMC Cardigan Lodge Auto Trends Century 21 - Country Lakes Realty Coppertoppe Inn & Retreat Delta Dental Ebony Boarding Kennel “H. Andrew Connolly, CPA” Hayward & Company

Our sincere apologies if we have made any errors. Please contact the Executive Director so that we can make amends.

Lakes Region Culinary Institute Lillard Camp Corporation Meadow Wind B & B Newfound Jewelry Designs Newfound Photography NH Music Festival Old Mill Properties Omni Mt Washington Resort Ragged Mountain Resort Six Chimneys & A Dream

Business Members ($75 to $149)

Alexandria Boat Sales Basic Ingredients Beno Management Company Blue Skies Whole Foods Bristol Diner Bristol Insurance Agency Budget Blinds of Central NH Cardigan Mt. Orchard Classical Homeopathy & Nutrition Counseling Cornucopia Catering & Bakery Divine Inspirations Earthly Treasures Emma’s Perennials Granite Group Realty Service Haunting Whisper Vineyard Homestead Restaurant Images by Tara Lakeview Massage Studio Lincoln Cinemas IV Newfound Grocery Options New England Consulting P & S Country Crafts Pat’s Seafood & Pizzaria Raven Song Flutes “Renaissance Florals, LLC” Rhino Bike Works RP Williams & Sons Sculptured Rocks Farm Simple By Nature Landscape Squam Lakes Science Center Thai Smile The Big Catch The Common Man The Henry Whipple House Village Pizza Of Bristol Wanakee Collision & Repairs White Mtn. Country Club

Membership

Membership – Call to Action

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he spring edition of The Monitor is our opportunity to recognize and thank the hundreds of members who make our work possible. Our membership is broad, including families, businesses, summer camps and watershed towns, as well as grantors such as NHDES and the NH Charitable Foundation. This coalition is especially critical as our mission requires people from all over the watershed to take part in protecting the environment that is the source of soulful satisfaction as well as the basis of the local economy. To succeed, the NLRA needs two fundamental resources – people and money. A great organization requires great people, for leadership and action. Our Trustees and volunteer leaders are the heart of NLRA; talented and motivated people working together create a potent force. Money is required to “keep the lights on” – operating expenses for an office, various insurance requirements and compensating staff to deliver programs, recruit and retain talented volunteers, and direct daily activities towards our long term goals.

Please continue supporting NLRA with your membership contributions.

Working with others to preserve the place of cherished memories and precious family time is a rewarding and meaningful experience. You can play an even bigger role in this shared goal in several ways: Volunteer with NLRA, as a water monitor, event helper or for a leadership position. Recruit friends and neighbors to join the NLRA at the Family level ($50) or above. Include the NLRA in your estate planning to build a legacy to your love of the Newfound area. Maintain your membership and annual fund contributions to help us “keep the lights on”.

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The NLRA has continued to deliver quality programs and services through the worst economic times since the Great Depression, because of your support and prudent fiscal management by Trustees and staff. With your generous contributions of time, talent and treasure, we can be your year ‘round Water Watchdog for years to come. Look for your membership renewal opportunity in the mail over the next few weeks, and help us meet our goals for 2011 and beyond. Thank you for your steadfast support. Please contact Boyd or Nikki if you are interested in volunteer opportunities or other ways that you can help us meet our mission.

Membership Form Member support is vital to help us protect Newfound Lake. Please renew your membership or join NLRA today! Please mail this form and your check, payable to NLRA, to: NLRA, 800 Lake St. Bristol, NH 03222.

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Steward $2000+ Newfounder $1000-$1,999 Sustaining $500-$999 Supporting $250-$499 Maintaining $100-$249 Family $50-$99 Individual $35-$50

You can join online at www.newfoundlake.org!

Volunteer opportunities: Please check all that apply. n Lake Host/Invasive Species Protection n Water Quality Monitoring/Education n Watershed Mapping/Land Conservation n Events/Publications/Outreach n Membership Development n Strategic Planning

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Calendar

May 7

Volunteer Kickoff and Concert, 5 – 7+ pm, The Mill Fudge Factory, Bristol

May 19

Public Planning Workshop, 7-9 pm, Bridgewater Town Hall, Bridgewater

June 25

Naturally Newfound Fair, 10 am – 3 pm, Wellington State Park

July – August

Newfound Eco-Tours, from Audubon Paradise Point Nature Center, Hebron

July 28 Hebron Fair

August 6

NLRA Annual Meeting and 40th Anniversary Celebration, 10 am – 1 pm, Bridgewater Town Hall, Bridgewater

Labor Day Weekend

2011 Mega-Raffle Drawing (final details forthcoming)

Workshops and Events – Check www.newfoundlake.org for updates!

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