New Hampshire's Loon Center Is A 200-Acre Nature Sanctuary On Lake Winnipesaukee
By Michelle|Published June 21, 2021
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Anyone who loves lake life here in New Hampshire knows that the call of the loon is an especially beautiful part of the experience. As the sun sets, the unique and unmistakable call comes over the water and there’s a sense that everything is as it should be. We often wonder about these birds and now we’ve got a place to learn all about them! And, sitting right on the banks of Lake Winnipesaukee means that you can add this to a fun long weekend at the lake.
The haunting call of the loon over a lake is unmistakable. It's beautiful and often one of the best things about spending any time near a local lake.
It's just about impossible not to hear one if you spend time on Lake Winnipesaukee. And if you love them as much as we do, you'll want to visit the The Loon Center at the Markus Wildlife Sanctuary in Moltonborough.
Known more officially as The Frederick and Paula Anna Markus Wildlife Sanctuary, this preserved area offers over 200 acres of forest, marsh, ponds and pristine streams.
The area also sits on more than 5,000 feet of Lake Winnipesuakee. On a lake which is full of recreation and accommodation, this untouched space is rare and special.
The mission of the preservation committee is to help restore and maintain a healthy population of loons on the lake. They undertake a number of projects working towards this mission, including public education and research like counting the current population.
Visiting means providing support for their work and walking away with more information means you can share important facts with other people to help preserve the loons.
If you prefer to walk away with actual souvenirs, don't forget to stop into the Loon’s Feather Gift Shop. Proceeds from everything they sell goes to benefit the Loon Recovery Program. It's a fun day out for a great cause.
The Loon Center at the Frederick and Paula Anna Markus Wildlife Sanctuary is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. You can learn more about it by visiting their website or following them on Facebook. They can be reached on 603-476-5666.
