Fa ll 2016 T H E L E G A C Y · LR C T received the necessary grant from the N H D epartm ent of E...
8
Fall 2016 THE LEGACY For All Those Who Love the Lakes Region of New Hampshire View of Bear Pond Wetlands—Bernie Volz Photo Headwaters of the Suncook River—Peggy MerrittPhoto View of Fogg Hill Overlooking the Snake River—Bernie Volz Photo Fogg Hill Conservation Area— Bigger and Better LRCT is proud to announce the expansion of LRCT’s Fogg Hill Conservation Area in West Center Harbor, through the purchase of a 43-acre parcel on Piper Hill Road. The newly acquired parcel encompasses woodland and wetland habitat and 1,250 feet of shoreline on Bear Pond and is the site of a new trailhead parking area providing access to all of the Fogg Hill trails. LRCT’s first Fogg Hill property was acquired in 2013, and the new property brings the size of the Conservation Area to 235 acres. The Fogg Hill Conservation Area forms a significant part of a nearly 1,000-acre unfragmented forest block north of Lake Waukewan, the largest roadless area in Center Harbor. This area is vitally important for its rich wildlife habitat, for protecting pristine waters used for recreation and drinking water supplies, and for providing opportunities for recreation, nature observation, and education for residents and visitors. LRCT acquired this new parcel with tremendous support from families and organizations in the community and surrounding towns, including from the Town of Center Harbor Conservation Fund. The Town will hold a conservation easement on the property, as it does on the original Fogg Hill parcel. LRCT is very grateful to the former landowners, Jim and Angie Bascom, for working with us to make this project possible and to all who have worked on and supported the efforts to conserve this important land for future generations. For more information on the Fogg Hill Conservation Area, please visit LRCT’s website (lrct.org/explorelearn/places-to-visit). You can see photos of LRCT’s recent celebration of this conservation project on our Facebook page. Another Conservation Success in the Belknaps Thanks to the foresight and commitment of nearby landowners, LRCT has added 88 acres north of Guinea Ridge Road in Gilmanton to the expansive conserved lands in and around the Belknap Mountain Range. This parcel contains what was the last unprotected portion of a significant wetland and stream system that is part of the headwaters of the Suncook River. Approximately one-third of the parcel is classified as highest ranked habitat in the state under the NH Wildlife Action Plan. This property had long been a conservation priority for LRCT and the Belknap Range Conservation Coalition (BRCC), and the project was made possible through LRCT’s partnership with Marilyn and Michael Fenollosa and Nancy Rendall. When the land was in danger of being sold for development, the Fenollosas generously stepped forward to acquire and hold it for more than a year until funding for LRCT’s acquisition could be secured. Nancy Rendall donated professional services for project planning and wetlands assessment needed to obtain grant funding for the project, and the effort came to a successful conclusion when LRCT received the necessary grant from the NH Department of Environmental Services Aquatic Resource Mitigation Fund. We are very grateful to the Fenollosas and Nancy Rendall for their generosity and dedication to the success of this project, as well as to the ARM Fund for its support. LRCT’s acquisition of this key parcel builds on recent conservation achievements involving LRCT, the Society for the Protection of NH Forests, BRCC, and others committed to conservation of the extraordinary scenic, natural, recreational, and historical resources of the Belknaps.
Transcript of Fa ll 2016 T H E L E G A C Y · LR C T received the necessary grant from the N H D epartm ent of E...
Fall 2016
THE LEGACYFor All Those Who Love the
Lakes Region of New Hampshire
View of Bear Pond WetlandsmdashBernie Volz Photo
Headwaters of the Suncook RivermdashPeggy Merritt1049001Photo
View of Fogg Hill Overlooking the Snake RivermdashBernie Volz Photo
Fogg Hill Conservation Areamdash Bigger and Better
LRCT is proud to announce the expansion of LRCTrsquos Fogg Hill Conservation Area in West Center Harbor through the purchase of a 43-acre parcel on Piper Hill Road The newly acquired parcel encompasses woodland and wetland habitat and 1250 feet of shoreline on Bear Pond and is the site of a new trailhead parking area providing access to all of the Fogg Hill trails LRCTrsquos first Fogg Hill property was acquired in 2013 and the new property brings the size of the Conservation Area to 235 acres
The Fogg Hill Conservation Area forms a significant part of a nearly 1000-acre unfragmented forest block north of Lake Waukewan the largest roadless area in Center Harbor This area is vitally important for its rich wildlife habitat for protecting pristine waters used for recreation and drinking water supplies and for providing opportunities for recreation nature observation and education for residents and visitors
LRCT acquired this new parcel with tremendous support from families and organizations in the community and surrounding towns including from the Town of Center Harbor Conservation Fund The Town will hold a conservation easement on the property as it does on the original Fogg Hill parcel LRCT is very grateful to the former landowners Jim and Angie Bascom for working with us to make this project possible and to all who have worked on and supported the efforts to conserve this important land for future generations
For more information on the Fogg Hill Conservation Area please visit LRCTrsquos website (lrctorgexplorelearnplaces-to-visit) You can see photos of LRCTrsquos recent celebration of this conservation project on our Facebook page
Another Conservation Success in the Belknaps
Thanks to the foresight and commitment of nearby landowners LRCT has added 88 acres north of Guinea Ridge Road in Gilmanton to the expansive conserved lands in and around the Belknap Mountain Range This parcel contains what was the last unprotected portion of a significant wetland and stream system that is part of the headwaters of the Suncook River Approximately one-third of the parcel is classified as highest ranked habitat in the state under the NH Wildlife Action Plan
This property had long been a conservation priority for LRCT and the Belknap Range Conservation Coalition (BRCC) and the project was made possible through LRCTrsquos partnership with Marilyn and Michael Fenollosa and Nancy Rendall When the land was in danger of being sold for development the Fenollosas generously stepped forward to acquire and hold it for more than a year until funding for LRCTrsquos acquisition could be secured Nancy Rendall donated professional services for project planning and wetlands assessment needed to obtain grant funding for the project and the effort came to a successful conclusion when LRCT received the necessary grant from the NH Department of Environmental Services Aquatic Resource Mitigation Fund
We are very grateful to the Fenollosas and Nancy Rendall for their generosity and dedication to the success of this project as well as to the ARM Fund for its support LRCTrsquos acquisition of this key parcel builds on recent conservation achievements involving LRCT the Society for the Protection of NH Forests BRCC and others committed to conservation of the extraordinary scenic natural recreational and historical resources of the Belknaps
Reflections
The Whippers and Loppers
Welcome BackWe are pleased and proud to welcome Woolsey Conover of Holderness and Tony Halsey of Center Harbor back to the LRCT Board of Trustees Both were subject to term limits when their previous Board terms ended in July 2014 and they were re-elected to the Board as soon as they became eligible again in July 2016 Woolsey and Tony have provided many years of enthusiastic and dedicated service to the Lakes Region Conservation Trust and we couldnrsquot be happier to have them back
ldquoI am very pleased to be rejoining the Board of Trustees of LRCT an organization that continues to lead the way in conserving and protecting our regionrsquos most precious and important natural resources This work is personally important to me as it has been to my family for several generationsrdquo ~ Woolsey Conover
ldquoIrsquom proud and excited to be able to again participate in the important work of this organization The conservation of iconic Lakes Region properties for the enjoyment of all is essential to the cultural fabric of our communityrdquo ~ Tony Halsey
The Lakes Region Conservation Trust was founded in 1979 to conserve the natural heritage of New Hampshirersquos Lakes Region Our conservation and stewardship work preserves community character conserves critical wildlife habitat and diverse ecosystems protects natural landmarks and scenic landscapes and provides outdoor recreation opportunities for people of all ages
Together with our dedicated community of supporters we have conserved more than 140 properties totaling over 24000 acres These conserved lands encompass many of the special places that define our unique and spectacular part of New England affording everyone abundant opportunities to explore and connect with the natural world and establishing a legacy of conservation for future generations
TrusTees
Margaret V Merritt Chair (Sandwich)
Russell J Wilder Vice Chair (Alton)
Philip Preston Secretary (Ashland)
Thomas R Crane Jr Treasurer (Meredith)
Donald S Berry President (Tuftonboro)
Richard H Beyer (Hebron)
Rhys V Bowen (Moultonborough)
Woolsey S Conover (Holderness)
Lawrence J DeGeorge (Tuftonboro)
Jonathan D Halsey (Center Harbor)
John G Merselis Jr (Meredith)
Muriel S Robinette (Sanbornton Tuftonboro)
Cynthia K Stanton (Moultonborough)
Kathleen A Starke (Sandwich)
David F White (Sandwich)
sTaff
Donald S Berry President (Tuftonboro)
Christine G Luke Development Director (Laconia)
David R Mallard Land and Stewardship Director (Sandwich)
Erin C Mastine Communications and Administrative Coordinator (Gilford)
Lisetta J Silvestri Operations Director (Holderness)
Lakes Region Conservation Trust Conserving the Natural Heritage of New Hampshirersquos Lakes Region
2015 ANNUAL REPORT
ach year around this time as we review all the work that has been accomplished on LRCTrsquos conserved lands over the spring summer
and early fall we are thankful once again for the dedicated service of the volunteers who help us care for these properties
While acquiring new land is the most visible and exciting work that a land trust does stewardship of the conserved lands is equally important so that they continue to provide valuable habitat water quality protection scenic beauty and places for recreation learning and reflectionmdashin perpetuity Monitoring the land and conservation easements building
and maintaining trails and viewpoints and bridges and docks and dozens of other tasks have to be done faithfully year after year LRCTrsquos volunteers contribute thousands of hours annually to help us get this work done
Earlier this summer we recognized and celebrated the service and accomplishments of LRCT Trustee Larry DeGeorge who stepped down after 11 years in one of LRCTrsquos most important stewardship volunteer rolesmdashProperty Adopter for LRCTrsquos largest and most visited property the Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area Larry has worked tirelessly with tremendous skill and energy carefully watching over the Castle property and its miles of carriage roads and trails on a nearly daily basis organizing and overseeing volunteer work days coordinating the trail signage system assisting with mapping and outreach inspiring a whole group of dedicated trail adopters and other volunteers known as the ldquoWhippers and Loppersrdquo and much more
The contributions and commitment of LRCTrsquos volunteers are an inspiration to us all As we head toward the close of the year we look back with gratitude on all that has been accomplished thanks to this dedicated support system on which we depend To LRCT volunteers past present and future we say thank you thank you thank you We couldnrsquot do it without you
Sincerely
Don BerryPresident
E
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Lakes Region Conservation Trust Conserving the Natural Heritage of New Hampshirersquos Lakes Region
2015 ANNUAL REPORT
THANK YOU
During LRCTrsquos most recent fiscal year YOU our members and volunteers made tremendously generous contributions of your financial resources time talents and enthusiasm to the Lakes Region Conservation Trust We are proud and grateful to present in this report the results of your investment in LRCT
Your support has made it possible for LRCTmdashthrough our land conservation projects land stewardship work and outreach and community activitiesmdashto conserve more wildlife and plant habitat protect precious water quality preserve scenic landscapes and community character and provide recreational and learning opportunities for the benefit and enjoyment of people of all ages now and in the future Congratulations on the great work you have helped LRCT to accomplish
4
Outreach and Community bull Guided snowshoe hike at the Red Hill Conservation Area Moultonborough
bull Guided snowshoe hike at the Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area Moultonborough
bull Guided snowshoe hike at the Sewall Woods Conservation Area Wolfeboro
bull Guided paddle to the Ragged Island Conservation Area Lake Winnipesaukee Tuftonboro
bull Guided paddle to the Stonedam Island Conservation Area Lake Winnipesaukee Meredith
bull Guided paddle to the Butterworth Natural Area and Jimmy Point Preserve Squam Lake Sandwich and hike up West Rattlesnake Mountain Holderness
bull Guided hike to Bald Knob at the Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area Moultonborough
bull Guided hike at the Red Hill Conservation Area Moultonborough
bull Guided hike at the Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation Area Alexandria
bull Guided hike at the Piper Mountain Conservation Area Gilford
bull Mushroom Walk with Rick Van de Poll at the Fogg Hill Conservation Area Center Harbor
bull Geocaching Event at the Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area Moultonborough
bull Presentations to the Laconia Rotary Club and the Meredith Rotary Club
bull Sponsorship of ldquoPassing It On Generational Property Transferrdquo Program in Holderness and ldquoPassing It On Strategies for Saving Historic Lakeside Property for the Next Generationrdquo Program in Wolfeboro
bull Exhibit at the Tamworth Farmersrsquo Market
bull Exhibit at Eastern Mountain Sports Club Days in North Conway
bull Exhibit at The Sandwich Fair
Lakes Region Conservation Trust 2015 Highlights
Photo credits from previous page - Clockwise from upper left corner Brenda Griffin Ashley Clark Allan DiBiase Ashley Clark Allan DiBiase
5
Land Conservation bull Lake Wicwas Shoreline-EmmonsCohen Meredith (donation)mdash223 acres
bull Wonalancet-Ainsworth Albany (purchase)mdash57 acres
bull Red Hill River Conservation Area Expansion-Leach Sandwich (purchase)mdash44 acres
bull Eastern Field-Floyd Tamworth (purchase)mdash19 acres
bull Wonalancet-Stearns Conservation Easement Sandwich and Albany (donation)mdash57 acres
bull Belknap MountainsSuncook River Headwaters-Fenollosa Gilmanton (purchase)mdash8757 acres
bull Belknap Mountains ongoing participation in the Belknap Range Conservation Coalition
bull Newfound Watershed ongoing participation in the Newfound Land Conservation Partnership
bull Fogg Hill Conservation Area Expansion-Bascom Center Harbor (purchase)mdash427 acres
bull Wonalancet-MoscovitchThompson Conservation Easement Albany (donation)mdash3242 acres completed in 2016
bull Belknap Range Conservation Easement-SPNHF Alton (donation)mdash6473 acres completed in 2016
Stewardshipbull Throughout the Lakes Region monitoring of 42 conservation easements and 86 owned properties
bull Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area Moultonborough Tuftonboromdash Conservation easement monitor training program numerous volunteer workdays to maintain trails and signs
bull Center Harbor Woods Center HarbormdashNew kiosk trail map new trail mapbrochure
bull Copple Crown Conservation Area BrookfieldmdashTimber stand improvement harvest new trail mapbrochure
bull Fogg Hill Conservation Area Center HarbormdashProperty restoration work on new trail system
bull LRCT Headquarters Center HarbormdashInternship program with PSU GIS parcel data and maps updated for all LRCT properties driveway and parking area improvement projects
bull Page Hill and Glory Hill Conservation Area HillmdashAdditional mountain biking trails established by the New England Mountain Biking Association new kiosk new trail mapbrochure
bull Ragged Island Conservation Area TuftonboromdashTwo volunteer work days to maintain docks and lodge
bull Red Hill Conservation Area MoultonboroughmdashTrail and kiosk relocation new trail mapbrochure
bull Sewall Woods Conservation Area WolfeboromdashInvasive plant training program and removal work day new trail mapbrochure
bull Stonedam Island Conservation Area MeredithmdashHistoric cabin restoration by the Meredith Rotary Club new 40 foot dock new trail mapbrochure
bull Sugarloaf RidgemdashGoose Pond Conservation Area AlexandriamdashTrail inventory and maintenance assessment project two new kiosks
bull Trask Swamp Preserve AltonmdashWetland delineation workshop with the NH Association of Conservation Commissions new kiosk map and trail brochure
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2015 FINANCIAL SUMMARY
EXPENSES
Income(FY 2015)
Assets(as of 12312015)
Annual Fund (Unrestricted) Contributions $364287
Stewardship Project Contributions $74555
Land Protection Project Contributions $464776
Land Protection Grants $186432
Land and Conservation Easement Donations $94001
Investment Earnings $99373
Other Income $16037
TOTAL $1299461
Unrestricted Funds $172846
Land Protection Project Funds $318342
Stewardship Project Funds $91835
Grants ReceivablePledges $186500
InvestmentsndashGeneral $1680026
InvestmentsndashStewardship $390217
InvestmentsndashLand Protection $172660
InvestmentsndashSpecial Projects $103599
Conservation Land and Conservation Easements $24930991
Other Property and Equipment $870605
Other Assets $9093
TOTAL $28926714
STAY CONNECTEDWould you like stay in touch with LRCT to learn about upcoming events such as volunteer workdays guided excursions and other programs and to keep informed of progress on land conservation and stewardship projects If so please sign up for LRCT e-blasts on our website and follow us on Facebook and Instagram
Administration11
Fundraising 12
Program Services77
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Welcoming Visitors to Ragged Island
Ragged Island is one of the most scenic spots on Lake Winnipesaukeemdash1175 acres in the geographic center of the Lake with a mile of undeveloped shoreline pine and oak forests wetlands beaches trails and a loon nesting site As many visitors know the island has become an increasingly popular destination since it was acquired by LRCT in 2007
If you had a chance to visit Ragged this summer you may have met our island host Pete Saunders Pete came to LRCT fresh from a work-study program in Costa Rica after his junior year in college at a time when we had decided we needed a regular presence on the island to welcome visitors and monitor boat docking and use of the property LRCT has received an overwhelmingly warm response to Petersquos efforts and we are tremendously grateful for his work and for the donor support that made it possible
Herersquos what Pete had to say about his experience ldquoWorking on Ragged Island this summer has been an incredible opportunity to meet some wonderful people and spend time at one of the most beautiful places on the lake It was so nice to hear about peoplersquos experiences whether they were visiting for the first time or had been coming to Ragged for years The island has quickly become my favorite spot on the lake and I already miss it as I head off for my senior year Thanks so much to LRCT for giving me the opportunity It was a dreamrdquo
Community Support Enhances View from Red Hill Fire TowerThanks to a grant from the Miller Environmental Education Fund (MEEF) LRCT will soon be installing four panoramic signs at the Red Hill Fire Tower to identify the mountains lakes and other features that can be seen from the Fire Tower Brian Hoag of Moultonborough Academy worked with LRCT to design and create these signs which will help visitors of all ages appreciate and learn about the natural landscape within the Towerrsquos spectacular 360 degree view
The Miller Environmental Education Fund was established by the Moultonborough School District in 2007 in recognition of the service and dedication of Michele Miller former principal of Moultonborough Central School and the 2006 NH Environmental Educator of the Year award recipient (and long-time LRCT volunteer) MEEF supports environmental projects and learning experiences benefiting
Moultonborough children LRCT is very grateful to MEEF and to Brian for making this project possible
LRCTrsquos Red Hill Conservation Area encompasses 2565 acres of the summit and slopes of Red Hill long noted for its panoramic views and today one of the conservation landmarks of the Lakes Region For more information about Red Hill including the hike to the summit and a trail map please visit LRCTrsquos website (lrctorgexplorelearnplaces-to-visit) To keep up on our efforts to improve the Fire Tower and on future volunteer workdays sign up for LRCT e-blasts (lrctorg)
2015 FINANCIAL SUMMARY
EXPENSES
STAY CONNECTEDWould you like stay in touch with LRCT to learn about upcoming events such as volunteer workdays guided excursions and other programs and to keep informed of progress on land conservation and stewardship projects If so please sign up for LRCT e-blasts on our website and follow us on Facebook and Instagram
Update on Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation AreaThanks to generous grants from the Quabbin-to-Cardigan (Q2C) Partnership and the NH Fish and Game Department LRCT has installed three new trailhead kiosks to welcome visitors to the Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation Area in Alexandria and has obtained a trails assessment prepared by Lew Shelley of Snowhawk LLC that will guide the management and maintenance of the propertyrsquos trails
This remarkable property overlooking Newfound Lake was permanently conserved in 2014 through the extraordinary donation of the land to LRCT by Newfound area conservationists Chris Keppelman and Andy McLane The Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation Area includes unspoiled rugged and diverse habitat outstanding viewpoints shoreline of pristine Goose Pond and popular hiking and snowmobile trails including part of the historic Elwell Trail
LRCT works in partnership with the Newfound Lake Region Association and with local volunteers in stewarding this conservation landmark The generous grant support from Q2C and Fish and Game and Lew Shelleyrsquos dedication to the project have contributed significantly to our stewardship efforts
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Lakes Region Conservation Trust 156 Dane Road (Route 25B) PO Box 766 Center Harbor NH 03226-0766
603-253-3301 wwwlrctorglrctlrctorg
Non-Profit OrgUS Postage
PaidManchester NHPermit No 724
Fall 2016
CONSERVE
ENJOY
EXPLORE
CONNECT
JOIN
Address Service Requested
Red Hill and Squam Lakemdash Woolsey Conover Photo
Blodgett Conservation Easementmdash Ashley Clark Photo
C B A D E $ ^ amp C B A D
bull Moulton Farm EM Heath Supermarket and The Winersquoing Butcher for donating delicious food and supplies for LRCTrsquos annual Volunteer Appreciation Celebration
bull Kathy Starke LRCT Trustee and Committee Member for putting in extra time before and after meetings to keep the LRCT Headquarters garden weeded and looking great
bull Penn and Russ Wilder Jan and Glenn Mueller Cleo and John Robbins and Debbie and Paul Walker for hosting wonderful receptions for LRCT supporters
bull Jacob Baker for completing his Eagle Scout project by clearing trees and adding a bench along a trail on Red Hill in Moultonborough
bull Students and teachers from the Moultonborough Central School for removing invasive species along the Red Hill River at the Red Hill River Conservation Area in Sandwich
bull Matt Ertsos for assisting LRCT with stewardship projects through his employerrsquos (Green Mountain Coffee) volunteer service program
bull Peggy Merritt LRCT Board Chair for all that she does for LRCT
Special ThankS To hellip
Reflections
The Whippers and Loppers
Welcome BackWe are pleased and proud to welcome Woolsey Conover of Holderness and Tony Halsey of Center Harbor back to the LRCT Board of Trustees Both were subject to term limits when their previous Board terms ended in July 2014 and they were re-elected to the Board as soon as they became eligible again in July 2016 Woolsey and Tony have provided many years of enthusiastic and dedicated service to the Lakes Region Conservation Trust and we couldnrsquot be happier to have them back
ldquoI am very pleased to be rejoining the Board of Trustees of LRCT an organization that continues to lead the way in conserving and protecting our regionrsquos most precious and important natural resources This work is personally important to me as it has been to my family for several generationsrdquo ~ Woolsey Conover
ldquoIrsquom proud and excited to be able to again participate in the important work of this organization The conservation of iconic Lakes Region properties for the enjoyment of all is essential to the cultural fabric of our communityrdquo ~ Tony Halsey
The Lakes Region Conservation Trust was founded in 1979 to conserve the natural heritage of New Hampshirersquos Lakes Region Our conservation and stewardship work preserves community character conserves critical wildlife habitat and diverse ecosystems protects natural landmarks and scenic landscapes and provides outdoor recreation opportunities for people of all ages
Together with our dedicated community of supporters we have conserved more than 140 properties totaling over 24000 acres These conserved lands encompass many of the special places that define our unique and spectacular part of New England affording everyone abundant opportunities to explore and connect with the natural world and establishing a legacy of conservation for future generations
TrusTees
Margaret V Merritt Chair (Sandwich)
Russell J Wilder Vice Chair (Alton)
Philip Preston Secretary (Ashland)
Thomas R Crane Jr Treasurer (Meredith)
Donald S Berry President (Tuftonboro)
Richard H Beyer (Hebron)
Rhys V Bowen (Moultonborough)
Woolsey S Conover (Holderness)
Lawrence J DeGeorge (Tuftonboro)
Jonathan D Halsey (Center Harbor)
John G Merselis Jr (Meredith)
Muriel S Robinette (Sanbornton Tuftonboro)
Cynthia K Stanton (Moultonborough)
Kathleen A Starke (Sandwich)
David F White (Sandwich)
sTaff
Donald S Berry President (Tuftonboro)
Christine G Luke Development Director (Laconia)
David R Mallard Land and Stewardship Director (Sandwich)
Erin C Mastine Communications and Administrative Coordinator (Gilford)
Lisetta J Silvestri Operations Director (Holderness)
Lakes Region Conservation Trust Conserving the Natural Heritage of New Hampshirersquos Lakes Region
2015 ANNUAL REPORT
ach year around this time as we review all the work that has been accomplished on LRCTrsquos conserved lands over the spring summer
and early fall we are thankful once again for the dedicated service of the volunteers who help us care for these properties
While acquiring new land is the most visible and exciting work that a land trust does stewardship of the conserved lands is equally important so that they continue to provide valuable habitat water quality protection scenic beauty and places for recreation learning and reflectionmdashin perpetuity Monitoring the land and conservation easements building
and maintaining trails and viewpoints and bridges and docks and dozens of other tasks have to be done faithfully year after year LRCTrsquos volunteers contribute thousands of hours annually to help us get this work done
Earlier this summer we recognized and celebrated the service and accomplishments of LRCT Trustee Larry DeGeorge who stepped down after 11 years in one of LRCTrsquos most important stewardship volunteer rolesmdashProperty Adopter for LRCTrsquos largest and most visited property the Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area Larry has worked tirelessly with tremendous skill and energy carefully watching over the Castle property and its miles of carriage roads and trails on a nearly daily basis organizing and overseeing volunteer work days coordinating the trail signage system assisting with mapping and outreach inspiring a whole group of dedicated trail adopters and other volunteers known as the ldquoWhippers and Loppersrdquo and much more
The contributions and commitment of LRCTrsquos volunteers are an inspiration to us all As we head toward the close of the year we look back with gratitude on all that has been accomplished thanks to this dedicated support system on which we depend To LRCT volunteers past present and future we say thank you thank you thank you We couldnrsquot do it without you
Sincerely
Don BerryPresident
E
3
Lakes Region Conservation Trust Conserving the Natural Heritage of New Hampshirersquos Lakes Region
2015 ANNUAL REPORT
THANK YOU
During LRCTrsquos most recent fiscal year YOU our members and volunteers made tremendously generous contributions of your financial resources time talents and enthusiasm to the Lakes Region Conservation Trust We are proud and grateful to present in this report the results of your investment in LRCT
Your support has made it possible for LRCTmdashthrough our land conservation projects land stewardship work and outreach and community activitiesmdashto conserve more wildlife and plant habitat protect precious water quality preserve scenic landscapes and community character and provide recreational and learning opportunities for the benefit and enjoyment of people of all ages now and in the future Congratulations on the great work you have helped LRCT to accomplish
4
Outreach and Community bull Guided snowshoe hike at the Red Hill Conservation Area Moultonborough
bull Guided snowshoe hike at the Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area Moultonborough
bull Guided snowshoe hike at the Sewall Woods Conservation Area Wolfeboro
bull Guided paddle to the Ragged Island Conservation Area Lake Winnipesaukee Tuftonboro
bull Guided paddle to the Stonedam Island Conservation Area Lake Winnipesaukee Meredith
bull Guided paddle to the Butterworth Natural Area and Jimmy Point Preserve Squam Lake Sandwich and hike up West Rattlesnake Mountain Holderness
bull Guided hike to Bald Knob at the Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area Moultonborough
bull Guided hike at the Red Hill Conservation Area Moultonborough
bull Guided hike at the Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation Area Alexandria
bull Guided hike at the Piper Mountain Conservation Area Gilford
bull Mushroom Walk with Rick Van de Poll at the Fogg Hill Conservation Area Center Harbor
bull Geocaching Event at the Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area Moultonborough
bull Presentations to the Laconia Rotary Club and the Meredith Rotary Club
bull Sponsorship of ldquoPassing It On Generational Property Transferrdquo Program in Holderness and ldquoPassing It On Strategies for Saving Historic Lakeside Property for the Next Generationrdquo Program in Wolfeboro
bull Exhibit at the Tamworth Farmersrsquo Market
bull Exhibit at Eastern Mountain Sports Club Days in North Conway
bull Exhibit at The Sandwich Fair
Lakes Region Conservation Trust 2015 Highlights
Photo credits from previous page - Clockwise from upper left corner Brenda Griffin Ashley Clark Allan DiBiase Ashley Clark Allan DiBiase
5
Land Conservation bull Lake Wicwas Shoreline-EmmonsCohen Meredith (donation)mdash223 acres
bull Wonalancet-Ainsworth Albany (purchase)mdash57 acres
bull Red Hill River Conservation Area Expansion-Leach Sandwich (purchase)mdash44 acres
bull Eastern Field-Floyd Tamworth (purchase)mdash19 acres
bull Wonalancet-Stearns Conservation Easement Sandwich and Albany (donation)mdash57 acres
bull Belknap MountainsSuncook River Headwaters-Fenollosa Gilmanton (purchase)mdash8757 acres
bull Belknap Mountains ongoing participation in the Belknap Range Conservation Coalition
bull Newfound Watershed ongoing participation in the Newfound Land Conservation Partnership
bull Fogg Hill Conservation Area Expansion-Bascom Center Harbor (purchase)mdash427 acres
bull Wonalancet-MoscovitchThompson Conservation Easement Albany (donation)mdash3242 acres completed in 2016
bull Belknap Range Conservation Easement-SPNHF Alton (donation)mdash6473 acres completed in 2016
Stewardshipbull Throughout the Lakes Region monitoring of 42 conservation easements and 86 owned properties
bull Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area Moultonborough Tuftonboromdash Conservation easement monitor training program numerous volunteer workdays to maintain trails and signs
bull Center Harbor Woods Center HarbormdashNew kiosk trail map new trail mapbrochure
bull Copple Crown Conservation Area BrookfieldmdashTimber stand improvement harvest new trail mapbrochure
bull Fogg Hill Conservation Area Center HarbormdashProperty restoration work on new trail system
bull LRCT Headquarters Center HarbormdashInternship program with PSU GIS parcel data and maps updated for all LRCT properties driveway and parking area improvement projects
bull Page Hill and Glory Hill Conservation Area HillmdashAdditional mountain biking trails established by the New England Mountain Biking Association new kiosk new trail mapbrochure
bull Ragged Island Conservation Area TuftonboromdashTwo volunteer work days to maintain docks and lodge
bull Red Hill Conservation Area MoultonboroughmdashTrail and kiosk relocation new trail mapbrochure
bull Sewall Woods Conservation Area WolfeboromdashInvasive plant training program and removal work day new trail mapbrochure
bull Stonedam Island Conservation Area MeredithmdashHistoric cabin restoration by the Meredith Rotary Club new 40 foot dock new trail mapbrochure
bull Sugarloaf RidgemdashGoose Pond Conservation Area AlexandriamdashTrail inventory and maintenance assessment project two new kiosks
bull Trask Swamp Preserve AltonmdashWetland delineation workshop with the NH Association of Conservation Commissions new kiosk map and trail brochure
6
2015 FINANCIAL SUMMARY
EXPENSES
Income(FY 2015)
Assets(as of 12312015)
Annual Fund (Unrestricted) Contributions $364287
Stewardship Project Contributions $74555
Land Protection Project Contributions $464776
Land Protection Grants $186432
Land and Conservation Easement Donations $94001
Investment Earnings $99373
Other Income $16037
TOTAL $1299461
Unrestricted Funds $172846
Land Protection Project Funds $318342
Stewardship Project Funds $91835
Grants ReceivablePledges $186500
InvestmentsndashGeneral $1680026
InvestmentsndashStewardship $390217
InvestmentsndashLand Protection $172660
InvestmentsndashSpecial Projects $103599
Conservation Land and Conservation Easements $24930991
Other Property and Equipment $870605
Other Assets $9093
TOTAL $28926714
STAY CONNECTEDWould you like stay in touch with LRCT to learn about upcoming events such as volunteer workdays guided excursions and other programs and to keep informed of progress on land conservation and stewardship projects If so please sign up for LRCT e-blasts on our website and follow us on Facebook and Instagram
Administration11
Fundraising 12
Program Services77
7
Welcoming Visitors to Ragged Island
Ragged Island is one of the most scenic spots on Lake Winnipesaukeemdash1175 acres in the geographic center of the Lake with a mile of undeveloped shoreline pine and oak forests wetlands beaches trails and a loon nesting site As many visitors know the island has become an increasingly popular destination since it was acquired by LRCT in 2007
If you had a chance to visit Ragged this summer you may have met our island host Pete Saunders Pete came to LRCT fresh from a work-study program in Costa Rica after his junior year in college at a time when we had decided we needed a regular presence on the island to welcome visitors and monitor boat docking and use of the property LRCT has received an overwhelmingly warm response to Petersquos efforts and we are tremendously grateful for his work and for the donor support that made it possible
Herersquos what Pete had to say about his experience ldquoWorking on Ragged Island this summer has been an incredible opportunity to meet some wonderful people and spend time at one of the most beautiful places on the lake It was so nice to hear about peoplersquos experiences whether they were visiting for the first time or had been coming to Ragged for years The island has quickly become my favorite spot on the lake and I already miss it as I head off for my senior year Thanks so much to LRCT for giving me the opportunity It was a dreamrdquo
Community Support Enhances View from Red Hill Fire TowerThanks to a grant from the Miller Environmental Education Fund (MEEF) LRCT will soon be installing four panoramic signs at the Red Hill Fire Tower to identify the mountains lakes and other features that can be seen from the Fire Tower Brian Hoag of Moultonborough Academy worked with LRCT to design and create these signs which will help visitors of all ages appreciate and learn about the natural landscape within the Towerrsquos spectacular 360 degree view
The Miller Environmental Education Fund was established by the Moultonborough School District in 2007 in recognition of the service and dedication of Michele Miller former principal of Moultonborough Central School and the 2006 NH Environmental Educator of the Year award recipient (and long-time LRCT volunteer) MEEF supports environmental projects and learning experiences benefiting
Moultonborough children LRCT is very grateful to MEEF and to Brian for making this project possible
LRCTrsquos Red Hill Conservation Area encompasses 2565 acres of the summit and slopes of Red Hill long noted for its panoramic views and today one of the conservation landmarks of the Lakes Region For more information about Red Hill including the hike to the summit and a trail map please visit LRCTrsquos website (lrctorgexplorelearnplaces-to-visit) To keep up on our efforts to improve the Fire Tower and on future volunteer workdays sign up for LRCT e-blasts (lrctorg)
2015 FINANCIAL SUMMARY
EXPENSES
STAY CONNECTEDWould you like stay in touch with LRCT to learn about upcoming events such as volunteer workdays guided excursions and other programs and to keep informed of progress on land conservation and stewardship projects If so please sign up for LRCT e-blasts on our website and follow us on Facebook and Instagram
Update on Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation AreaThanks to generous grants from the Quabbin-to-Cardigan (Q2C) Partnership and the NH Fish and Game Department LRCT has installed three new trailhead kiosks to welcome visitors to the Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation Area in Alexandria and has obtained a trails assessment prepared by Lew Shelley of Snowhawk LLC that will guide the management and maintenance of the propertyrsquos trails
This remarkable property overlooking Newfound Lake was permanently conserved in 2014 through the extraordinary donation of the land to LRCT by Newfound area conservationists Chris Keppelman and Andy McLane The Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation Area includes unspoiled rugged and diverse habitat outstanding viewpoints shoreline of pristine Goose Pond and popular hiking and snowmobile trails including part of the historic Elwell Trail
LRCT works in partnership with the Newfound Lake Region Association and with local volunteers in stewarding this conservation landmark The generous grant support from Q2C and Fish and Game and Lew Shelleyrsquos dedication to the project have contributed significantly to our stewardship efforts
8
Lakes Region Conservation Trust 156 Dane Road (Route 25B) PO Box 766 Center Harbor NH 03226-0766
603-253-3301 wwwlrctorglrctlrctorg
Non-Profit OrgUS Postage
PaidManchester NHPermit No 724
Fall 2016
CONSERVE
ENJOY
EXPLORE
CONNECT
JOIN
Address Service Requested
Red Hill and Squam Lakemdash Woolsey Conover Photo
Blodgett Conservation Easementmdash Ashley Clark Photo
C B A D E $ ^ amp C B A D
bull Moulton Farm EM Heath Supermarket and The Winersquoing Butcher for donating delicious food and supplies for LRCTrsquos annual Volunteer Appreciation Celebration
bull Kathy Starke LRCT Trustee and Committee Member for putting in extra time before and after meetings to keep the LRCT Headquarters garden weeded and looking great
bull Penn and Russ Wilder Jan and Glenn Mueller Cleo and John Robbins and Debbie and Paul Walker for hosting wonderful receptions for LRCT supporters
bull Jacob Baker for completing his Eagle Scout project by clearing trees and adding a bench along a trail on Red Hill in Moultonborough
bull Students and teachers from the Moultonborough Central School for removing invasive species along the Red Hill River at the Red Hill River Conservation Area in Sandwich
bull Matt Ertsos for assisting LRCT with stewardship projects through his employerrsquos (Green Mountain Coffee) volunteer service program
bull Peggy Merritt LRCT Board Chair for all that she does for LRCT
Special ThankS To hellip
3
Lakes Region Conservation Trust Conserving the Natural Heritage of New Hampshirersquos Lakes Region
2015 ANNUAL REPORT
THANK YOU
During LRCTrsquos most recent fiscal year YOU our members and volunteers made tremendously generous contributions of your financial resources time talents and enthusiasm to the Lakes Region Conservation Trust We are proud and grateful to present in this report the results of your investment in LRCT
Your support has made it possible for LRCTmdashthrough our land conservation projects land stewardship work and outreach and community activitiesmdashto conserve more wildlife and plant habitat protect precious water quality preserve scenic landscapes and community character and provide recreational and learning opportunities for the benefit and enjoyment of people of all ages now and in the future Congratulations on the great work you have helped LRCT to accomplish
4
Outreach and Community bull Guided snowshoe hike at the Red Hill Conservation Area Moultonborough
bull Guided snowshoe hike at the Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area Moultonborough
bull Guided snowshoe hike at the Sewall Woods Conservation Area Wolfeboro
bull Guided paddle to the Ragged Island Conservation Area Lake Winnipesaukee Tuftonboro
bull Guided paddle to the Stonedam Island Conservation Area Lake Winnipesaukee Meredith
bull Guided paddle to the Butterworth Natural Area and Jimmy Point Preserve Squam Lake Sandwich and hike up West Rattlesnake Mountain Holderness
bull Guided hike to Bald Knob at the Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area Moultonborough
bull Guided hike at the Red Hill Conservation Area Moultonborough
bull Guided hike at the Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation Area Alexandria
bull Guided hike at the Piper Mountain Conservation Area Gilford
bull Mushroom Walk with Rick Van de Poll at the Fogg Hill Conservation Area Center Harbor
bull Geocaching Event at the Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area Moultonborough
bull Presentations to the Laconia Rotary Club and the Meredith Rotary Club
bull Sponsorship of ldquoPassing It On Generational Property Transferrdquo Program in Holderness and ldquoPassing It On Strategies for Saving Historic Lakeside Property for the Next Generationrdquo Program in Wolfeboro
bull Exhibit at the Tamworth Farmersrsquo Market
bull Exhibit at Eastern Mountain Sports Club Days in North Conway
bull Exhibit at The Sandwich Fair
Lakes Region Conservation Trust 2015 Highlights
Photo credits from previous page - Clockwise from upper left corner Brenda Griffin Ashley Clark Allan DiBiase Ashley Clark Allan DiBiase
5
Land Conservation bull Lake Wicwas Shoreline-EmmonsCohen Meredith (donation)mdash223 acres
bull Wonalancet-Ainsworth Albany (purchase)mdash57 acres
bull Red Hill River Conservation Area Expansion-Leach Sandwich (purchase)mdash44 acres
bull Eastern Field-Floyd Tamworth (purchase)mdash19 acres
bull Wonalancet-Stearns Conservation Easement Sandwich and Albany (donation)mdash57 acres
bull Belknap MountainsSuncook River Headwaters-Fenollosa Gilmanton (purchase)mdash8757 acres
bull Belknap Mountains ongoing participation in the Belknap Range Conservation Coalition
bull Newfound Watershed ongoing participation in the Newfound Land Conservation Partnership
bull Fogg Hill Conservation Area Expansion-Bascom Center Harbor (purchase)mdash427 acres
bull Wonalancet-MoscovitchThompson Conservation Easement Albany (donation)mdash3242 acres completed in 2016
bull Belknap Range Conservation Easement-SPNHF Alton (donation)mdash6473 acres completed in 2016
Stewardshipbull Throughout the Lakes Region monitoring of 42 conservation easements and 86 owned properties
bull Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area Moultonborough Tuftonboromdash Conservation easement monitor training program numerous volunteer workdays to maintain trails and signs
bull Center Harbor Woods Center HarbormdashNew kiosk trail map new trail mapbrochure
bull Copple Crown Conservation Area BrookfieldmdashTimber stand improvement harvest new trail mapbrochure
bull Fogg Hill Conservation Area Center HarbormdashProperty restoration work on new trail system
bull LRCT Headquarters Center HarbormdashInternship program with PSU GIS parcel data and maps updated for all LRCT properties driveway and parking area improvement projects
bull Page Hill and Glory Hill Conservation Area HillmdashAdditional mountain biking trails established by the New England Mountain Biking Association new kiosk new trail mapbrochure
bull Ragged Island Conservation Area TuftonboromdashTwo volunteer work days to maintain docks and lodge
bull Red Hill Conservation Area MoultonboroughmdashTrail and kiosk relocation new trail mapbrochure
bull Sewall Woods Conservation Area WolfeboromdashInvasive plant training program and removal work day new trail mapbrochure
bull Stonedam Island Conservation Area MeredithmdashHistoric cabin restoration by the Meredith Rotary Club new 40 foot dock new trail mapbrochure
bull Sugarloaf RidgemdashGoose Pond Conservation Area AlexandriamdashTrail inventory and maintenance assessment project two new kiosks
bull Trask Swamp Preserve AltonmdashWetland delineation workshop with the NH Association of Conservation Commissions new kiosk map and trail brochure
6
2015 FINANCIAL SUMMARY
EXPENSES
Income(FY 2015)
Assets(as of 12312015)
Annual Fund (Unrestricted) Contributions $364287
Stewardship Project Contributions $74555
Land Protection Project Contributions $464776
Land Protection Grants $186432
Land and Conservation Easement Donations $94001
Investment Earnings $99373
Other Income $16037
TOTAL $1299461
Unrestricted Funds $172846
Land Protection Project Funds $318342
Stewardship Project Funds $91835
Grants ReceivablePledges $186500
InvestmentsndashGeneral $1680026
InvestmentsndashStewardship $390217
InvestmentsndashLand Protection $172660
InvestmentsndashSpecial Projects $103599
Conservation Land and Conservation Easements $24930991
Other Property and Equipment $870605
Other Assets $9093
TOTAL $28926714
STAY CONNECTEDWould you like stay in touch with LRCT to learn about upcoming events such as volunteer workdays guided excursions and other programs and to keep informed of progress on land conservation and stewardship projects If so please sign up for LRCT e-blasts on our website and follow us on Facebook and Instagram
Administration11
Fundraising 12
Program Services77
7
Welcoming Visitors to Ragged Island
Ragged Island is one of the most scenic spots on Lake Winnipesaukeemdash1175 acres in the geographic center of the Lake with a mile of undeveloped shoreline pine and oak forests wetlands beaches trails and a loon nesting site As many visitors know the island has become an increasingly popular destination since it was acquired by LRCT in 2007
If you had a chance to visit Ragged this summer you may have met our island host Pete Saunders Pete came to LRCT fresh from a work-study program in Costa Rica after his junior year in college at a time when we had decided we needed a regular presence on the island to welcome visitors and monitor boat docking and use of the property LRCT has received an overwhelmingly warm response to Petersquos efforts and we are tremendously grateful for his work and for the donor support that made it possible
Herersquos what Pete had to say about his experience ldquoWorking on Ragged Island this summer has been an incredible opportunity to meet some wonderful people and spend time at one of the most beautiful places on the lake It was so nice to hear about peoplersquos experiences whether they were visiting for the first time or had been coming to Ragged for years The island has quickly become my favorite spot on the lake and I already miss it as I head off for my senior year Thanks so much to LRCT for giving me the opportunity It was a dreamrdquo
Community Support Enhances View from Red Hill Fire TowerThanks to a grant from the Miller Environmental Education Fund (MEEF) LRCT will soon be installing four panoramic signs at the Red Hill Fire Tower to identify the mountains lakes and other features that can be seen from the Fire Tower Brian Hoag of Moultonborough Academy worked with LRCT to design and create these signs which will help visitors of all ages appreciate and learn about the natural landscape within the Towerrsquos spectacular 360 degree view
The Miller Environmental Education Fund was established by the Moultonborough School District in 2007 in recognition of the service and dedication of Michele Miller former principal of Moultonborough Central School and the 2006 NH Environmental Educator of the Year award recipient (and long-time LRCT volunteer) MEEF supports environmental projects and learning experiences benefiting
Moultonborough children LRCT is very grateful to MEEF and to Brian for making this project possible
LRCTrsquos Red Hill Conservation Area encompasses 2565 acres of the summit and slopes of Red Hill long noted for its panoramic views and today one of the conservation landmarks of the Lakes Region For more information about Red Hill including the hike to the summit and a trail map please visit LRCTrsquos website (lrctorgexplorelearnplaces-to-visit) To keep up on our efforts to improve the Fire Tower and on future volunteer workdays sign up for LRCT e-blasts (lrctorg)
2015 FINANCIAL SUMMARY
EXPENSES
STAY CONNECTEDWould you like stay in touch with LRCT to learn about upcoming events such as volunteer workdays guided excursions and other programs and to keep informed of progress on land conservation and stewardship projects If so please sign up for LRCT e-blasts on our website and follow us on Facebook and Instagram
Update on Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation AreaThanks to generous grants from the Quabbin-to-Cardigan (Q2C) Partnership and the NH Fish and Game Department LRCT has installed three new trailhead kiosks to welcome visitors to the Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation Area in Alexandria and has obtained a trails assessment prepared by Lew Shelley of Snowhawk LLC that will guide the management and maintenance of the propertyrsquos trails
This remarkable property overlooking Newfound Lake was permanently conserved in 2014 through the extraordinary donation of the land to LRCT by Newfound area conservationists Chris Keppelman and Andy McLane The Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation Area includes unspoiled rugged and diverse habitat outstanding viewpoints shoreline of pristine Goose Pond and popular hiking and snowmobile trails including part of the historic Elwell Trail
LRCT works in partnership with the Newfound Lake Region Association and with local volunteers in stewarding this conservation landmark The generous grant support from Q2C and Fish and Game and Lew Shelleyrsquos dedication to the project have contributed significantly to our stewardship efforts
8
Lakes Region Conservation Trust 156 Dane Road (Route 25B) PO Box 766 Center Harbor NH 03226-0766
603-253-3301 wwwlrctorglrctlrctorg
Non-Profit OrgUS Postage
PaidManchester NHPermit No 724
Fall 2016
CONSERVE
ENJOY
EXPLORE
CONNECT
JOIN
Address Service Requested
Red Hill and Squam Lakemdash Woolsey Conover Photo
Blodgett Conservation Easementmdash Ashley Clark Photo
C B A D E $ ^ amp C B A D
bull Moulton Farm EM Heath Supermarket and The Winersquoing Butcher for donating delicious food and supplies for LRCTrsquos annual Volunteer Appreciation Celebration
bull Kathy Starke LRCT Trustee and Committee Member for putting in extra time before and after meetings to keep the LRCT Headquarters garden weeded and looking great
bull Penn and Russ Wilder Jan and Glenn Mueller Cleo and John Robbins and Debbie and Paul Walker for hosting wonderful receptions for LRCT supporters
bull Jacob Baker for completing his Eagle Scout project by clearing trees and adding a bench along a trail on Red Hill in Moultonborough
bull Students and teachers from the Moultonborough Central School for removing invasive species along the Red Hill River at the Red Hill River Conservation Area in Sandwich
bull Matt Ertsos for assisting LRCT with stewardship projects through his employerrsquos (Green Mountain Coffee) volunteer service program
bull Peggy Merritt LRCT Board Chair for all that she does for LRCT
Special ThankS To hellip
4
Outreach and Community bull Guided snowshoe hike at the Red Hill Conservation Area Moultonborough
bull Guided snowshoe hike at the Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area Moultonborough
bull Guided snowshoe hike at the Sewall Woods Conservation Area Wolfeboro
bull Guided paddle to the Ragged Island Conservation Area Lake Winnipesaukee Tuftonboro
bull Guided paddle to the Stonedam Island Conservation Area Lake Winnipesaukee Meredith
bull Guided paddle to the Butterworth Natural Area and Jimmy Point Preserve Squam Lake Sandwich and hike up West Rattlesnake Mountain Holderness
bull Guided hike to Bald Knob at the Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area Moultonborough
bull Guided hike at the Red Hill Conservation Area Moultonborough
bull Guided hike at the Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation Area Alexandria
bull Guided hike at the Piper Mountain Conservation Area Gilford
bull Mushroom Walk with Rick Van de Poll at the Fogg Hill Conservation Area Center Harbor
bull Geocaching Event at the Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area Moultonborough
bull Presentations to the Laconia Rotary Club and the Meredith Rotary Club
bull Sponsorship of ldquoPassing It On Generational Property Transferrdquo Program in Holderness and ldquoPassing It On Strategies for Saving Historic Lakeside Property for the Next Generationrdquo Program in Wolfeboro
bull Exhibit at the Tamworth Farmersrsquo Market
bull Exhibit at Eastern Mountain Sports Club Days in North Conway
bull Exhibit at The Sandwich Fair
Lakes Region Conservation Trust 2015 Highlights
Photo credits from previous page - Clockwise from upper left corner Brenda Griffin Ashley Clark Allan DiBiase Ashley Clark Allan DiBiase
5
Land Conservation bull Lake Wicwas Shoreline-EmmonsCohen Meredith (donation)mdash223 acres
bull Wonalancet-Ainsworth Albany (purchase)mdash57 acres
bull Red Hill River Conservation Area Expansion-Leach Sandwich (purchase)mdash44 acres
bull Eastern Field-Floyd Tamworth (purchase)mdash19 acres
bull Wonalancet-Stearns Conservation Easement Sandwich and Albany (donation)mdash57 acres
bull Belknap MountainsSuncook River Headwaters-Fenollosa Gilmanton (purchase)mdash8757 acres
bull Belknap Mountains ongoing participation in the Belknap Range Conservation Coalition
bull Newfound Watershed ongoing participation in the Newfound Land Conservation Partnership
bull Fogg Hill Conservation Area Expansion-Bascom Center Harbor (purchase)mdash427 acres
bull Wonalancet-MoscovitchThompson Conservation Easement Albany (donation)mdash3242 acres completed in 2016
bull Belknap Range Conservation Easement-SPNHF Alton (donation)mdash6473 acres completed in 2016
Stewardshipbull Throughout the Lakes Region monitoring of 42 conservation easements and 86 owned properties
bull Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area Moultonborough Tuftonboromdash Conservation easement monitor training program numerous volunteer workdays to maintain trails and signs
bull Center Harbor Woods Center HarbormdashNew kiosk trail map new trail mapbrochure
bull Copple Crown Conservation Area BrookfieldmdashTimber stand improvement harvest new trail mapbrochure
bull Fogg Hill Conservation Area Center HarbormdashProperty restoration work on new trail system
bull LRCT Headquarters Center HarbormdashInternship program with PSU GIS parcel data and maps updated for all LRCT properties driveway and parking area improvement projects
bull Page Hill and Glory Hill Conservation Area HillmdashAdditional mountain biking trails established by the New England Mountain Biking Association new kiosk new trail mapbrochure
bull Ragged Island Conservation Area TuftonboromdashTwo volunteer work days to maintain docks and lodge
bull Red Hill Conservation Area MoultonboroughmdashTrail and kiosk relocation new trail mapbrochure
bull Sewall Woods Conservation Area WolfeboromdashInvasive plant training program and removal work day new trail mapbrochure
bull Stonedam Island Conservation Area MeredithmdashHistoric cabin restoration by the Meredith Rotary Club new 40 foot dock new trail mapbrochure
bull Sugarloaf RidgemdashGoose Pond Conservation Area AlexandriamdashTrail inventory and maintenance assessment project two new kiosks
bull Trask Swamp Preserve AltonmdashWetland delineation workshop with the NH Association of Conservation Commissions new kiosk map and trail brochure
6
2015 FINANCIAL SUMMARY
EXPENSES
Income(FY 2015)
Assets(as of 12312015)
Annual Fund (Unrestricted) Contributions $364287
Stewardship Project Contributions $74555
Land Protection Project Contributions $464776
Land Protection Grants $186432
Land and Conservation Easement Donations $94001
Investment Earnings $99373
Other Income $16037
TOTAL $1299461
Unrestricted Funds $172846
Land Protection Project Funds $318342
Stewardship Project Funds $91835
Grants ReceivablePledges $186500
InvestmentsndashGeneral $1680026
InvestmentsndashStewardship $390217
InvestmentsndashLand Protection $172660
InvestmentsndashSpecial Projects $103599
Conservation Land and Conservation Easements $24930991
Other Property and Equipment $870605
Other Assets $9093
TOTAL $28926714
STAY CONNECTEDWould you like stay in touch with LRCT to learn about upcoming events such as volunteer workdays guided excursions and other programs and to keep informed of progress on land conservation and stewardship projects If so please sign up for LRCT e-blasts on our website and follow us on Facebook and Instagram
Administration11
Fundraising 12
Program Services77
7
Welcoming Visitors to Ragged Island
Ragged Island is one of the most scenic spots on Lake Winnipesaukeemdash1175 acres in the geographic center of the Lake with a mile of undeveloped shoreline pine and oak forests wetlands beaches trails and a loon nesting site As many visitors know the island has become an increasingly popular destination since it was acquired by LRCT in 2007
If you had a chance to visit Ragged this summer you may have met our island host Pete Saunders Pete came to LRCT fresh from a work-study program in Costa Rica after his junior year in college at a time when we had decided we needed a regular presence on the island to welcome visitors and monitor boat docking and use of the property LRCT has received an overwhelmingly warm response to Petersquos efforts and we are tremendously grateful for his work and for the donor support that made it possible
Herersquos what Pete had to say about his experience ldquoWorking on Ragged Island this summer has been an incredible opportunity to meet some wonderful people and spend time at one of the most beautiful places on the lake It was so nice to hear about peoplersquos experiences whether they were visiting for the first time or had been coming to Ragged for years The island has quickly become my favorite spot on the lake and I already miss it as I head off for my senior year Thanks so much to LRCT for giving me the opportunity It was a dreamrdquo
Community Support Enhances View from Red Hill Fire TowerThanks to a grant from the Miller Environmental Education Fund (MEEF) LRCT will soon be installing four panoramic signs at the Red Hill Fire Tower to identify the mountains lakes and other features that can be seen from the Fire Tower Brian Hoag of Moultonborough Academy worked with LRCT to design and create these signs which will help visitors of all ages appreciate and learn about the natural landscape within the Towerrsquos spectacular 360 degree view
The Miller Environmental Education Fund was established by the Moultonborough School District in 2007 in recognition of the service and dedication of Michele Miller former principal of Moultonborough Central School and the 2006 NH Environmental Educator of the Year award recipient (and long-time LRCT volunteer) MEEF supports environmental projects and learning experiences benefiting
Moultonborough children LRCT is very grateful to MEEF and to Brian for making this project possible
LRCTrsquos Red Hill Conservation Area encompasses 2565 acres of the summit and slopes of Red Hill long noted for its panoramic views and today one of the conservation landmarks of the Lakes Region For more information about Red Hill including the hike to the summit and a trail map please visit LRCTrsquos website (lrctorgexplorelearnplaces-to-visit) To keep up on our efforts to improve the Fire Tower and on future volunteer workdays sign up for LRCT e-blasts (lrctorg)
2015 FINANCIAL SUMMARY
EXPENSES
STAY CONNECTEDWould you like stay in touch with LRCT to learn about upcoming events such as volunteer workdays guided excursions and other programs and to keep informed of progress on land conservation and stewardship projects If so please sign up for LRCT e-blasts on our website and follow us on Facebook and Instagram
Update on Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation AreaThanks to generous grants from the Quabbin-to-Cardigan (Q2C) Partnership and the NH Fish and Game Department LRCT has installed three new trailhead kiosks to welcome visitors to the Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation Area in Alexandria and has obtained a trails assessment prepared by Lew Shelley of Snowhawk LLC that will guide the management and maintenance of the propertyrsquos trails
This remarkable property overlooking Newfound Lake was permanently conserved in 2014 through the extraordinary donation of the land to LRCT by Newfound area conservationists Chris Keppelman and Andy McLane The Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation Area includes unspoiled rugged and diverse habitat outstanding viewpoints shoreline of pristine Goose Pond and popular hiking and snowmobile trails including part of the historic Elwell Trail
LRCT works in partnership with the Newfound Lake Region Association and with local volunteers in stewarding this conservation landmark The generous grant support from Q2C and Fish and Game and Lew Shelleyrsquos dedication to the project have contributed significantly to our stewardship efforts
8
Lakes Region Conservation Trust 156 Dane Road (Route 25B) PO Box 766 Center Harbor NH 03226-0766
603-253-3301 wwwlrctorglrctlrctorg
Non-Profit OrgUS Postage
PaidManchester NHPermit No 724
Fall 2016
CONSERVE
ENJOY
EXPLORE
CONNECT
JOIN
Address Service Requested
Red Hill and Squam Lakemdash Woolsey Conover Photo
Blodgett Conservation Easementmdash Ashley Clark Photo
C B A D E $ ^ amp C B A D
bull Moulton Farm EM Heath Supermarket and The Winersquoing Butcher for donating delicious food and supplies for LRCTrsquos annual Volunteer Appreciation Celebration
bull Kathy Starke LRCT Trustee and Committee Member for putting in extra time before and after meetings to keep the LRCT Headquarters garden weeded and looking great
bull Penn and Russ Wilder Jan and Glenn Mueller Cleo and John Robbins and Debbie and Paul Walker for hosting wonderful receptions for LRCT supporters
bull Jacob Baker for completing his Eagle Scout project by clearing trees and adding a bench along a trail on Red Hill in Moultonborough
bull Students and teachers from the Moultonborough Central School for removing invasive species along the Red Hill River at the Red Hill River Conservation Area in Sandwich
bull Matt Ertsos for assisting LRCT with stewardship projects through his employerrsquos (Green Mountain Coffee) volunteer service program
bull Peggy Merritt LRCT Board Chair for all that she does for LRCT
Special ThankS To hellip
5
Land Conservation bull Lake Wicwas Shoreline-EmmonsCohen Meredith (donation)mdash223 acres
bull Wonalancet-Ainsworth Albany (purchase)mdash57 acres
bull Red Hill River Conservation Area Expansion-Leach Sandwich (purchase)mdash44 acres
bull Eastern Field-Floyd Tamworth (purchase)mdash19 acres
bull Wonalancet-Stearns Conservation Easement Sandwich and Albany (donation)mdash57 acres
bull Belknap MountainsSuncook River Headwaters-Fenollosa Gilmanton (purchase)mdash8757 acres
bull Belknap Mountains ongoing participation in the Belknap Range Conservation Coalition
bull Newfound Watershed ongoing participation in the Newfound Land Conservation Partnership
bull Fogg Hill Conservation Area Expansion-Bascom Center Harbor (purchase)mdash427 acres
bull Wonalancet-MoscovitchThompson Conservation Easement Albany (donation)mdash3242 acres completed in 2016
bull Belknap Range Conservation Easement-SPNHF Alton (donation)mdash6473 acres completed in 2016
Stewardshipbull Throughout the Lakes Region monitoring of 42 conservation easements and 86 owned properties
bull Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area Moultonborough Tuftonboromdash Conservation easement monitor training program numerous volunteer workdays to maintain trails and signs
bull Center Harbor Woods Center HarbormdashNew kiosk trail map new trail mapbrochure
bull Copple Crown Conservation Area BrookfieldmdashTimber stand improvement harvest new trail mapbrochure
bull Fogg Hill Conservation Area Center HarbormdashProperty restoration work on new trail system
bull LRCT Headquarters Center HarbormdashInternship program with PSU GIS parcel data and maps updated for all LRCT properties driveway and parking area improvement projects
bull Page Hill and Glory Hill Conservation Area HillmdashAdditional mountain biking trails established by the New England Mountain Biking Association new kiosk new trail mapbrochure
bull Ragged Island Conservation Area TuftonboromdashTwo volunteer work days to maintain docks and lodge
bull Red Hill Conservation Area MoultonboroughmdashTrail and kiosk relocation new trail mapbrochure
bull Sewall Woods Conservation Area WolfeboromdashInvasive plant training program and removal work day new trail mapbrochure
bull Stonedam Island Conservation Area MeredithmdashHistoric cabin restoration by the Meredith Rotary Club new 40 foot dock new trail mapbrochure
bull Sugarloaf RidgemdashGoose Pond Conservation Area AlexandriamdashTrail inventory and maintenance assessment project two new kiosks
bull Trask Swamp Preserve AltonmdashWetland delineation workshop with the NH Association of Conservation Commissions new kiosk map and trail brochure
6
2015 FINANCIAL SUMMARY
EXPENSES
Income(FY 2015)
Assets(as of 12312015)
Annual Fund (Unrestricted) Contributions $364287
Stewardship Project Contributions $74555
Land Protection Project Contributions $464776
Land Protection Grants $186432
Land and Conservation Easement Donations $94001
Investment Earnings $99373
Other Income $16037
TOTAL $1299461
Unrestricted Funds $172846
Land Protection Project Funds $318342
Stewardship Project Funds $91835
Grants ReceivablePledges $186500
InvestmentsndashGeneral $1680026
InvestmentsndashStewardship $390217
InvestmentsndashLand Protection $172660
InvestmentsndashSpecial Projects $103599
Conservation Land and Conservation Easements $24930991
Other Property and Equipment $870605
Other Assets $9093
TOTAL $28926714
STAY CONNECTEDWould you like stay in touch with LRCT to learn about upcoming events such as volunteer workdays guided excursions and other programs and to keep informed of progress on land conservation and stewardship projects If so please sign up for LRCT e-blasts on our website and follow us on Facebook and Instagram
Administration11
Fundraising 12
Program Services77
7
Welcoming Visitors to Ragged Island
Ragged Island is one of the most scenic spots on Lake Winnipesaukeemdash1175 acres in the geographic center of the Lake with a mile of undeveloped shoreline pine and oak forests wetlands beaches trails and a loon nesting site As many visitors know the island has become an increasingly popular destination since it was acquired by LRCT in 2007
If you had a chance to visit Ragged this summer you may have met our island host Pete Saunders Pete came to LRCT fresh from a work-study program in Costa Rica after his junior year in college at a time when we had decided we needed a regular presence on the island to welcome visitors and monitor boat docking and use of the property LRCT has received an overwhelmingly warm response to Petersquos efforts and we are tremendously grateful for his work and for the donor support that made it possible
Herersquos what Pete had to say about his experience ldquoWorking on Ragged Island this summer has been an incredible opportunity to meet some wonderful people and spend time at one of the most beautiful places on the lake It was so nice to hear about peoplersquos experiences whether they were visiting for the first time or had been coming to Ragged for years The island has quickly become my favorite spot on the lake and I already miss it as I head off for my senior year Thanks so much to LRCT for giving me the opportunity It was a dreamrdquo
Community Support Enhances View from Red Hill Fire TowerThanks to a grant from the Miller Environmental Education Fund (MEEF) LRCT will soon be installing four panoramic signs at the Red Hill Fire Tower to identify the mountains lakes and other features that can be seen from the Fire Tower Brian Hoag of Moultonborough Academy worked with LRCT to design and create these signs which will help visitors of all ages appreciate and learn about the natural landscape within the Towerrsquos spectacular 360 degree view
The Miller Environmental Education Fund was established by the Moultonborough School District in 2007 in recognition of the service and dedication of Michele Miller former principal of Moultonborough Central School and the 2006 NH Environmental Educator of the Year award recipient (and long-time LRCT volunteer) MEEF supports environmental projects and learning experiences benefiting
Moultonborough children LRCT is very grateful to MEEF and to Brian for making this project possible
LRCTrsquos Red Hill Conservation Area encompasses 2565 acres of the summit and slopes of Red Hill long noted for its panoramic views and today one of the conservation landmarks of the Lakes Region For more information about Red Hill including the hike to the summit and a trail map please visit LRCTrsquos website (lrctorgexplorelearnplaces-to-visit) To keep up on our efforts to improve the Fire Tower and on future volunteer workdays sign up for LRCT e-blasts (lrctorg)
2015 FINANCIAL SUMMARY
EXPENSES
STAY CONNECTEDWould you like stay in touch with LRCT to learn about upcoming events such as volunteer workdays guided excursions and other programs and to keep informed of progress on land conservation and stewardship projects If so please sign up for LRCT e-blasts on our website and follow us on Facebook and Instagram
Update on Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation AreaThanks to generous grants from the Quabbin-to-Cardigan (Q2C) Partnership and the NH Fish and Game Department LRCT has installed three new trailhead kiosks to welcome visitors to the Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation Area in Alexandria and has obtained a trails assessment prepared by Lew Shelley of Snowhawk LLC that will guide the management and maintenance of the propertyrsquos trails
This remarkable property overlooking Newfound Lake was permanently conserved in 2014 through the extraordinary donation of the land to LRCT by Newfound area conservationists Chris Keppelman and Andy McLane The Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation Area includes unspoiled rugged and diverse habitat outstanding viewpoints shoreline of pristine Goose Pond and popular hiking and snowmobile trails including part of the historic Elwell Trail
LRCT works in partnership with the Newfound Lake Region Association and with local volunteers in stewarding this conservation landmark The generous grant support from Q2C and Fish and Game and Lew Shelleyrsquos dedication to the project have contributed significantly to our stewardship efforts
8
Lakes Region Conservation Trust 156 Dane Road (Route 25B) PO Box 766 Center Harbor NH 03226-0766
603-253-3301 wwwlrctorglrctlrctorg
Non-Profit OrgUS Postage
PaidManchester NHPermit No 724
Fall 2016
CONSERVE
ENJOY
EXPLORE
CONNECT
JOIN
Address Service Requested
Red Hill and Squam Lakemdash Woolsey Conover Photo
Blodgett Conservation Easementmdash Ashley Clark Photo
C B A D E $ ^ amp C B A D
bull Moulton Farm EM Heath Supermarket and The Winersquoing Butcher for donating delicious food and supplies for LRCTrsquos annual Volunteer Appreciation Celebration
bull Kathy Starke LRCT Trustee and Committee Member for putting in extra time before and after meetings to keep the LRCT Headquarters garden weeded and looking great
bull Penn and Russ Wilder Jan and Glenn Mueller Cleo and John Robbins and Debbie and Paul Walker for hosting wonderful receptions for LRCT supporters
bull Jacob Baker for completing his Eagle Scout project by clearing trees and adding a bench along a trail on Red Hill in Moultonborough
bull Students and teachers from the Moultonborough Central School for removing invasive species along the Red Hill River at the Red Hill River Conservation Area in Sandwich
bull Matt Ertsos for assisting LRCT with stewardship projects through his employerrsquos (Green Mountain Coffee) volunteer service program
bull Peggy Merritt LRCT Board Chair for all that she does for LRCT
Special ThankS To hellip
6
2015 FINANCIAL SUMMARY
EXPENSES
Income(FY 2015)
Assets(as of 12312015)
Annual Fund (Unrestricted) Contributions $364287
Stewardship Project Contributions $74555
Land Protection Project Contributions $464776
Land Protection Grants $186432
Land and Conservation Easement Donations $94001
Investment Earnings $99373
Other Income $16037
TOTAL $1299461
Unrestricted Funds $172846
Land Protection Project Funds $318342
Stewardship Project Funds $91835
Grants ReceivablePledges $186500
InvestmentsndashGeneral $1680026
InvestmentsndashStewardship $390217
InvestmentsndashLand Protection $172660
InvestmentsndashSpecial Projects $103599
Conservation Land and Conservation Easements $24930991
Other Property and Equipment $870605
Other Assets $9093
TOTAL $28926714
STAY CONNECTEDWould you like stay in touch with LRCT to learn about upcoming events such as volunteer workdays guided excursions and other programs and to keep informed of progress on land conservation and stewardship projects If so please sign up for LRCT e-blasts on our website and follow us on Facebook and Instagram
Administration11
Fundraising 12
Program Services77
7
Welcoming Visitors to Ragged Island
Ragged Island is one of the most scenic spots on Lake Winnipesaukeemdash1175 acres in the geographic center of the Lake with a mile of undeveloped shoreline pine and oak forests wetlands beaches trails and a loon nesting site As many visitors know the island has become an increasingly popular destination since it was acquired by LRCT in 2007
If you had a chance to visit Ragged this summer you may have met our island host Pete Saunders Pete came to LRCT fresh from a work-study program in Costa Rica after his junior year in college at a time when we had decided we needed a regular presence on the island to welcome visitors and monitor boat docking and use of the property LRCT has received an overwhelmingly warm response to Petersquos efforts and we are tremendously grateful for his work and for the donor support that made it possible
Herersquos what Pete had to say about his experience ldquoWorking on Ragged Island this summer has been an incredible opportunity to meet some wonderful people and spend time at one of the most beautiful places on the lake It was so nice to hear about peoplersquos experiences whether they were visiting for the first time or had been coming to Ragged for years The island has quickly become my favorite spot on the lake and I already miss it as I head off for my senior year Thanks so much to LRCT for giving me the opportunity It was a dreamrdquo
Community Support Enhances View from Red Hill Fire TowerThanks to a grant from the Miller Environmental Education Fund (MEEF) LRCT will soon be installing four panoramic signs at the Red Hill Fire Tower to identify the mountains lakes and other features that can be seen from the Fire Tower Brian Hoag of Moultonborough Academy worked with LRCT to design and create these signs which will help visitors of all ages appreciate and learn about the natural landscape within the Towerrsquos spectacular 360 degree view
The Miller Environmental Education Fund was established by the Moultonborough School District in 2007 in recognition of the service and dedication of Michele Miller former principal of Moultonborough Central School and the 2006 NH Environmental Educator of the Year award recipient (and long-time LRCT volunteer) MEEF supports environmental projects and learning experiences benefiting
Moultonborough children LRCT is very grateful to MEEF and to Brian for making this project possible
LRCTrsquos Red Hill Conservation Area encompasses 2565 acres of the summit and slopes of Red Hill long noted for its panoramic views and today one of the conservation landmarks of the Lakes Region For more information about Red Hill including the hike to the summit and a trail map please visit LRCTrsquos website (lrctorgexplorelearnplaces-to-visit) To keep up on our efforts to improve the Fire Tower and on future volunteer workdays sign up for LRCT e-blasts (lrctorg)
2015 FINANCIAL SUMMARY
EXPENSES
STAY CONNECTEDWould you like stay in touch with LRCT to learn about upcoming events such as volunteer workdays guided excursions and other programs and to keep informed of progress on land conservation and stewardship projects If so please sign up for LRCT e-blasts on our website and follow us on Facebook and Instagram
Update on Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation AreaThanks to generous grants from the Quabbin-to-Cardigan (Q2C) Partnership and the NH Fish and Game Department LRCT has installed three new trailhead kiosks to welcome visitors to the Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation Area in Alexandria and has obtained a trails assessment prepared by Lew Shelley of Snowhawk LLC that will guide the management and maintenance of the propertyrsquos trails
This remarkable property overlooking Newfound Lake was permanently conserved in 2014 through the extraordinary donation of the land to LRCT by Newfound area conservationists Chris Keppelman and Andy McLane The Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation Area includes unspoiled rugged and diverse habitat outstanding viewpoints shoreline of pristine Goose Pond and popular hiking and snowmobile trails including part of the historic Elwell Trail
LRCT works in partnership with the Newfound Lake Region Association and with local volunteers in stewarding this conservation landmark The generous grant support from Q2C and Fish and Game and Lew Shelleyrsquos dedication to the project have contributed significantly to our stewardship efforts
8
Lakes Region Conservation Trust 156 Dane Road (Route 25B) PO Box 766 Center Harbor NH 03226-0766
603-253-3301 wwwlrctorglrctlrctorg
Non-Profit OrgUS Postage
PaidManchester NHPermit No 724
Fall 2016
CONSERVE
ENJOY
EXPLORE
CONNECT
JOIN
Address Service Requested
Red Hill and Squam Lakemdash Woolsey Conover Photo
Blodgett Conservation Easementmdash Ashley Clark Photo
C B A D E $ ^ amp C B A D
bull Moulton Farm EM Heath Supermarket and The Winersquoing Butcher for donating delicious food and supplies for LRCTrsquos annual Volunteer Appreciation Celebration
bull Kathy Starke LRCT Trustee and Committee Member for putting in extra time before and after meetings to keep the LRCT Headquarters garden weeded and looking great
bull Penn and Russ Wilder Jan and Glenn Mueller Cleo and John Robbins and Debbie and Paul Walker for hosting wonderful receptions for LRCT supporters
bull Jacob Baker for completing his Eagle Scout project by clearing trees and adding a bench along a trail on Red Hill in Moultonborough
bull Students and teachers from the Moultonborough Central School for removing invasive species along the Red Hill River at the Red Hill River Conservation Area in Sandwich
bull Matt Ertsos for assisting LRCT with stewardship projects through his employerrsquos (Green Mountain Coffee) volunteer service program
bull Peggy Merritt LRCT Board Chair for all that she does for LRCT
Special ThankS To hellip
7
Welcoming Visitors to Ragged Island
Ragged Island is one of the most scenic spots on Lake Winnipesaukeemdash1175 acres in the geographic center of the Lake with a mile of undeveloped shoreline pine and oak forests wetlands beaches trails and a loon nesting site As many visitors know the island has become an increasingly popular destination since it was acquired by LRCT in 2007
If you had a chance to visit Ragged this summer you may have met our island host Pete Saunders Pete came to LRCT fresh from a work-study program in Costa Rica after his junior year in college at a time when we had decided we needed a regular presence on the island to welcome visitors and monitor boat docking and use of the property LRCT has received an overwhelmingly warm response to Petersquos efforts and we are tremendously grateful for his work and for the donor support that made it possible
Herersquos what Pete had to say about his experience ldquoWorking on Ragged Island this summer has been an incredible opportunity to meet some wonderful people and spend time at one of the most beautiful places on the lake It was so nice to hear about peoplersquos experiences whether they were visiting for the first time or had been coming to Ragged for years The island has quickly become my favorite spot on the lake and I already miss it as I head off for my senior year Thanks so much to LRCT for giving me the opportunity It was a dreamrdquo
Community Support Enhances View from Red Hill Fire TowerThanks to a grant from the Miller Environmental Education Fund (MEEF) LRCT will soon be installing four panoramic signs at the Red Hill Fire Tower to identify the mountains lakes and other features that can be seen from the Fire Tower Brian Hoag of Moultonborough Academy worked with LRCT to design and create these signs which will help visitors of all ages appreciate and learn about the natural landscape within the Towerrsquos spectacular 360 degree view
The Miller Environmental Education Fund was established by the Moultonborough School District in 2007 in recognition of the service and dedication of Michele Miller former principal of Moultonborough Central School and the 2006 NH Environmental Educator of the Year award recipient (and long-time LRCT volunteer) MEEF supports environmental projects and learning experiences benefiting
Moultonborough children LRCT is very grateful to MEEF and to Brian for making this project possible
LRCTrsquos Red Hill Conservation Area encompasses 2565 acres of the summit and slopes of Red Hill long noted for its panoramic views and today one of the conservation landmarks of the Lakes Region For more information about Red Hill including the hike to the summit and a trail map please visit LRCTrsquos website (lrctorgexplorelearnplaces-to-visit) To keep up on our efforts to improve the Fire Tower and on future volunteer workdays sign up for LRCT e-blasts (lrctorg)
2015 FINANCIAL SUMMARY
EXPENSES
STAY CONNECTEDWould you like stay in touch with LRCT to learn about upcoming events such as volunteer workdays guided excursions and other programs and to keep informed of progress on land conservation and stewardship projects If so please sign up for LRCT e-blasts on our website and follow us on Facebook and Instagram
Update on Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation AreaThanks to generous grants from the Quabbin-to-Cardigan (Q2C) Partnership and the NH Fish and Game Department LRCT has installed three new trailhead kiosks to welcome visitors to the Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation Area in Alexandria and has obtained a trails assessment prepared by Lew Shelley of Snowhawk LLC that will guide the management and maintenance of the propertyrsquos trails
This remarkable property overlooking Newfound Lake was permanently conserved in 2014 through the extraordinary donation of the land to LRCT by Newfound area conservationists Chris Keppelman and Andy McLane The Sugarloaf RidgendashGoose Pond Conservation Area includes unspoiled rugged and diverse habitat outstanding viewpoints shoreline of pristine Goose Pond and popular hiking and snowmobile trails including part of the historic Elwell Trail
LRCT works in partnership with the Newfound Lake Region Association and with local volunteers in stewarding this conservation landmark The generous grant support from Q2C and Fish and Game and Lew Shelleyrsquos dedication to the project have contributed significantly to our stewardship efforts
8
Lakes Region Conservation Trust 156 Dane Road (Route 25B) PO Box 766 Center Harbor NH 03226-0766
603-253-3301 wwwlrctorglrctlrctorg
Non-Profit OrgUS Postage
PaidManchester NHPermit No 724
Fall 2016
CONSERVE
ENJOY
EXPLORE
CONNECT
JOIN
Address Service Requested
Red Hill and Squam Lakemdash Woolsey Conover Photo
Blodgett Conservation Easementmdash Ashley Clark Photo
C B A D E $ ^ amp C B A D
bull Moulton Farm EM Heath Supermarket and The Winersquoing Butcher for donating delicious food and supplies for LRCTrsquos annual Volunteer Appreciation Celebration
bull Kathy Starke LRCT Trustee and Committee Member for putting in extra time before and after meetings to keep the LRCT Headquarters garden weeded and looking great
bull Penn and Russ Wilder Jan and Glenn Mueller Cleo and John Robbins and Debbie and Paul Walker for hosting wonderful receptions for LRCT supporters
bull Jacob Baker for completing his Eagle Scout project by clearing trees and adding a bench along a trail on Red Hill in Moultonborough
bull Students and teachers from the Moultonborough Central School for removing invasive species along the Red Hill River at the Red Hill River Conservation Area in Sandwich
bull Matt Ertsos for assisting LRCT with stewardship projects through his employerrsquos (Green Mountain Coffee) volunteer service program
bull Peggy Merritt LRCT Board Chair for all that she does for LRCT
Special ThankS To hellip
8
Lakes Region Conservation Trust 156 Dane Road (Route 25B) PO Box 766 Center Harbor NH 03226-0766
603-253-3301 wwwlrctorglrctlrctorg
Non-Profit OrgUS Postage
PaidManchester NHPermit No 724
Fall 2016
CONSERVE
ENJOY
EXPLORE
CONNECT
JOIN
Address Service Requested
Red Hill and Squam Lakemdash Woolsey Conover Photo
Blodgett Conservation Easementmdash Ashley Clark Photo
C B A D E $ ^ amp C B A D
bull Moulton Farm EM Heath Supermarket and The Winersquoing Butcher for donating delicious food and supplies for LRCTrsquos annual Volunteer Appreciation Celebration
bull Kathy Starke LRCT Trustee and Committee Member for putting in extra time before and after meetings to keep the LRCT Headquarters garden weeded and looking great
bull Penn and Russ Wilder Jan and Glenn Mueller Cleo and John Robbins and Debbie and Paul Walker for hosting wonderful receptions for LRCT supporters
bull Jacob Baker for completing his Eagle Scout project by clearing trees and adding a bench along a trail on Red Hill in Moultonborough
bull Students and teachers from the Moultonborough Central School for removing invasive species along the Red Hill River at the Red Hill River Conservation Area in Sandwich
bull Matt Ertsos for assisting LRCT with stewardship projects through his employerrsquos (Green Mountain Coffee) volunteer service program
bull Peggy Merritt LRCT Board Chair for all that she does for LRCT
Special ThankS To hellip
