Photo by Cindi Cote As winter deepens across the Northeast, the lakes that define our region’s landscape are transitioning from open water to frozen surfaces. Ice on lakes brings opportunities—from skating and ice fishing to simply enjoying winter’s beauty—along with serious safety considerations. This year’s early cold snaps have accelerated ice formation, prompting local observers and outdoor enthusiasts to pay careful attention to conditions. Opechee Lake Ice-In: December

Photo stolen from LPC The Loon Preservation Committee ’s (LPC) mission is to restore and maintain a healthy population of loons throughout New Hampshire. LPC is headquartered in Moultonborough. The LPC recently published a report entitled “ Persistence: Forty Years of Preserving Loons and Their Habitats in New Hampshire ”. In their report, LPC provides statistical evidence showing that habitat and loon protection efforts are working for the benefit of the loons on our lakes.

LOPA's 2025 Annual Meeting will be held at 4:00 PM on November 25 in the Community Conference Room at the Laconia Police Station, 126 New...