May 2013

The

Monitor

The Newsletter of the Newfound Lake REGION Association

NLRA Helps with Hebron Stormwater Projects

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or a little over a year, the NLRA has worked with the Town of Hebron, the NH Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Stone Gate Acres Association (Stone Gate) to address runoff from North Shore and Stone Gate Roads that is eroding the Association’s beach and impacting Newfound Lake with sediment. After initial coordination and communication by the NLRA to introduce the lead parties, Jim Bivona of Stone Gate took charge, coordinating the many players, communicating progress and driving the effort for collaboration between the Town, DOT and Stone Gate. The DOT contributed expertise in drainage assessments and alternatives and committed to improving the drainage along North Shore Rd. Stone Gate invested funds in engineering studies and cost estimates for site improvements, including paving to reduce erosion and sediment transport to the Lake. At the March 2013 Town Meeting voters approved funding to pave Stone Gate Rd. and improve drainage. Combined with the DOT’s work along North Shore Rd. this project is expected to greatly reduce the runoff and erosion that has been damaging Stone Gate’s beach and depositing sediments

Lower Stone Gate Rd. and drainage towards lake, April 2013 (photo by Boyd Smith)

in the Lake. Once the drainage and erosion problems are resolved, Stone Gate anticipates applying for a wetlands permit to remove accumulated sediment from the Lake. A similar effort to Stone Gate’s is underway just down the road at the Sleepy Hollow Association. The NLRA has coordinated with Steve Gunn (Sleepy Hollow member), the Hebron Select Board and the DOT to address runoff from North Shore Road and an un-

named stream that is filling in Sleepy Hollow’s beach. The DOT has committed to prepare a mitigation design with cost estimates, and provide the equipment and labor to perform the work (permits and materials would be provided by others). The planned drainage improvements will reduce stormwater runoff and erosion, and would be followed by dredging to remove the accumulated sediment and restore the beach Continued on p. 5

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From the Executive Director

ife in the Newfound watershed contains a variety of twists and turns, from its back roads and headwater streams, to public issues and local politics, from snow-filled winters to sun-soaked summers. Business at the NLRA is no different. This small organization with a big mission is at the center of everything from community planning to land

Snowdrops, March 26, 2013 (photo by Annette Zamarchi)

conservation, from State energy policy to commercial wind projects. The latter issue, thrust upon us unexpectedly last fall, has alienated neighbors, put friendships at risk and placed the NLRA in a strange and unenviable position. While always interested in energy policy and governance, little did I expect to be called upon to navigate such a controversial subject in my position as your Director! But our aim is true and our mission is not compromised when you realize that there is not a clear case for extensive development of our ridge tops as a solution to climate change, energy costs and economic sustainability. Indeed, it is the lack

of answers for these critical questions that has driven us into the political process at the local and State levels, most recently by supporting legislation to cease major energy projects until the State develops a comprehensive energy plan and the Site Evaluation Committee creates a more balanced and thorough approach to its site selection criteria. Meanwhile, we are celebrating our most successful Annual Fund in years and the opportunities these resources bring for improved services, are energized by our two newest Trustees Hans Mundahl and Karen Boyd, are thrilled by the recent conservation of nearly 1,000 acres of pristine country, and are very much looking forward to an exciting summer of both traditional and new programs and events. Thank you to everyone that makes this such a great region and organization to work for. See you around the watershed! — Boyd Smith, Director

President’s Message

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he only organization working full time and year ‘round to protect and preserve Newfound Lake and its watershed, NLRA continues to be busy staying true to its mission. Over our forty-one year history, we have faced many challenges, and this year has been no exception. We are always seeking to enlist volunteers to help us care for our

lake and its watershed, to unite surrounding towns and businesses in that effort, to heighten awareness, and to raise more friends, funds and other resources to support our important programs and dedicated staff. My life on Newfound is rich in memories of family and friends surrounded by natural beauty, as, I’m sure, is yours, and NLRA has

been working to assure this legacy for generations to come. The time to act is always now, and that has never been more true. I thank the many members and donors of NLRA who have made NLRA a priority. We have had a record-breaking year. As you read these pages, I hope you will be inspired and know that your support is truly making a difference. — Rob Moore, President

The Monitor is a publication of the Newfound Lake Region Association. NLRA Officers and Executive Committee Members: Rob Moore, President; Ken Weidman, Treasurer; Helga Stamp, Secretary; Jan Collins, Andy Connolly, members-at-large Trustees: Jennifer Berry, Karen Boyd, Trish Connolly, Ed McNierney, Laura Moore, Hans Mundahl, Greg Wagner Staff: Boyd Smith, Executive Director; Nikki Wooster-Goodwin, Program Director-Events Coordinator; Karen Boyd, Volunteer Membership Coordinator

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

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Around the Lake The NLRA Protects Newfound Lake

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f you run into people who ask what NLRA does or you wonder about it yourself, here is a short-hand definition, taken from our 2008 Water Watchdog pamphlet: We monitor – we educate – we train – we plan – we protect. We produce results. As a volunteer Lake Host I inspect boats at the Wellington ramp and educate boaters about preventing invasive species infestations. If I notice any weeds I pick them off, and if they look suspicious, I send them to the lab in Concord for identification. I feel very strongly that through my action I “protect” the lake. Should there be a case of non-cooperation, I can write down the bow number, take a photo, request contact information from witnesses, and ask DES to flex its muscle. It is illegal to introduce invasive species into a water body in NH, and a $2,000 fine can be levied.

— By Helga Stamp

Every time I hear a comment about how NLRA cannot really protect the lake, because it has no enforcement powers, I wince. I believe that Weed Watchers feel that they are protecting the lake, too. If they find invasive weeds, they can sound the alarm, we can have Amy Smagula from DES come to check very quickly, and DES will prescribe a course of action. Those who do water quality testing in the lake and the tributaries, I bet, feel that they are protecting the lake in a hands-on way. Our Eco-Tour naturalists also educate, and through education they protect. The NLRA is paying special attention to stormwater run-off because water testing has shown that certain areas of the lake are no longer as clear as they once were. Some of this is due to natural aging of the lake, but the rate of aging is accelerated by our land-use practices, and can be slowed down in the same way.

Local Leaders in Stormwater Control

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orking closely with Newfound’s famous summer youth camps and the Whittemore Shores Association, NLRA and our watershed project partners are completing stormwater management plans just in time for 2013 implementation. Between them, these properties control roughly 1,000 acres and twelve percent (12%) of Newfound’s shore line. The objective of the site-specific plans is to identify areas on each property where stormwater creates problems with flooding, erosion and water quality. We discovered during our site visits that all of these properties are in excellent shape regarding stormwater, and that the project plans will focus on

Camp Pasquaney Stone Culvert

minor improvements and educational opportunities. Using basic and effective methods outlined in the “NH Homeowner’s Guide to Stormwater Management” and working

We have devoted much energy and grant money to better control impacts caused by downpours. In 2010, we mapped over 200 culverts, identified problems, and provided reports and recommendations to five watershed towns. The Cummings Beach stormwater project has already slowed down erosion of the beach area, and the current efforts to build stormwater mitigation capacity at Newfound summer camps and homeowner associations will have a protective effect as well. While we do not have enforcement power per se, we have quick access to the “enforcers” and a record of collaboration. So are we protecting the lake? You bet we are! — Helga lives on the Pemigewasset River in Bristol with her husband Max. They have been members since 1993, and Helga has been Secretary and member of the NLRA Board of Trustees since 2007.

closely with camp leadership and property managers, we have prepared guidance for simple and effective projects that can be completed by counselors, campers and landowners, providing both hands-on learning and water quality improvements. As projects are completed, we hope to spread the message that stormwater management is feasible as well as desirable, and begin to learn from each other what works best to protect our land and water. We want to thank Camps Berea, Onaway and Pasquaney, the Mayhew and Circle Programs, and the Whittemore Shores Association for their enthusiastic early adoption of this innovative and exciting initiative. The Monitor/May 2013xxxx3

Programs Nikki Wooster-Goodwin, Program Director-Events Coordinator 603-744-8689 and [email protected]

NLRA Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast YOU’RE INVITED!!!

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ll past, present and future volunteers, you are invited to a free appreciation breakfast on Saturday June 22 at NLRA’s conservation land in Hebron. Breakfast will start at 9 a.m. and Newfound EcoTours will provide mini pontoon boat rides throughout the morning hours. Please bring a folding chair for your comfort and let’s share a cup of coffee and celebrate your commitment to the NLRA’s mission. If you are looking for an opportunity to volunteer, please join us to learn more about how you can help. As breakfast winds down, we ask that those who are interested stay and help us with a general property clean-up. Please bring garden gloves and if you have tools (e.g. sheers, loppers, rakes) label them and bring them along. Please RSVP by calling the office at 744-8689 or reserve your breakfast on Facebook (www.facebook.com/NewfoundLake). Please wear sturdy shoes and come hungry! We appreciate you!

Newfound Eco-Tours recognize those who help

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t takes a great deal of collaboration to offer Newfound Eco-Tours to the general public. The following individuals and organizations must be recognized for their commitment to this program: Greg Wagner and the staff of West Shore Marine keep our boat in tip-top shape all summer long. NH Audubon allows us to dock at Paradise Point in Hebron and the Audubon staff promotes our program and pitches in throughout our touring season. Lastly, a big thank you must go to Les Mills, Ken Weidman and in years past, Tyler Durham, for assembling and disassembling our beloved dock, spiders and all! This year we plan to run Eco-Tours from our new conservation property. Stay tuned for our Summer 2013 Eco-Tour schedule!

‘Like’ us on Facebook

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e spend a great deal of time communicating with the public on Facebook. Events are announced, programs are promoted and environmental topics are discussed. If you enjoy Facebook, please take a moment to ‘like’ us at Facebook.com/NewfoundLake and get connected. We want to hear from you!

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Trustee Greg Wagner keeps our Eco-Tour boat running in top shape as part of his contribution to the NLRA. Thanks, Greg!

Programs Tributary Monitoring Requires More Hands!

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ributary Monitors collect water quality data throughout the seasons and presently, we focus on 35 different locations within the Newfound watershed. Many of those sites are monitored by Bob Craycraft of the UNH Cooperative Extension. Our goal is to find as many tributary monitors as possible in order to lighten Bob’s extensive work load. Typically, data is retrieved once a month and the equipment is easy to learn and light to transport. If you would be interested in learning about Tributary Monitoring, please call Nikki at 744-8689. Free training sessions will be scheduled throughout the spring and summer months.

Lake Hosts Wanted!

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ur Lake Host staff and volunteers monitor the Wellington State Park boat ramp, inspecting incoming boats and trailers for possible invasive species. Presently, Newfound Lake is “invasive free” and we want it to stay that way. Staffers guard the ramp 24 hours each and every weekend from Memorial Day to Labor Day in order to insure that the busiest hours of boat traffic are monitored. We inspected 3,760 boats in 2012. How do volunteers help in this scenario? Your volunteer hours allow us to apply for grant funding in order to maintain that level of coverage. We need you! Please give us a call at 744-8689. The training is free and your volunteerism is priceless.

UNH biologist Bob Craycraft has led NLRA’s water samplying program for nearly 20 years. Thank you, Bob!

Hebron Stormwater Projects, Cont’d from p. 1

Stormwater sediment filling in Sleepy Hollow’s beach, Nov. 2011 (photo by Steve Gunn)

to its historic condition. We are very excited by the enthusiasm, commitment and leadership demonstrated by Jim and Steve and their associations, and by the support and expertise offered by the Town and the DOT. This model of hyper-local initiative and broader collaboration is exactly what is required to protect our shared resources! The NLRA is currently considering ways to facilitate a coordinated permitting process and lake drawdown for Sleepy Hollow, Stone Gate and other land owners seeking opportunities to remedy stormwater damage. Please contact us if you have a project you wish to undertake and are seeking information about how to proceed. The Monitor/May 2013xxxx5

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NLRA’s Role in Commercial Wind

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n response to the announcement of the Wild Meadows Wind project in October 2012, the NLRA has been a leader among New Hampshire’s conservation sector in questioning the cost / benefit of commercial wind development, as well as the policy and regulatory framework currently in place to address these critical questions. This has been an unexpected and at times uncomfortable role, with some members from both sides of the commercial wind issue dismayed by our stance and actions. In November 2012 our Board took a unanimous position in opposition to the Wild Meadows project, as proposed. We did this after serious and thoughtful consideration of our mission – to protect the environment that supports our local economy and quality of life. Regional aesthetic impacts of intensive ridgeline development in a near-pristine, touristdependent setting are the principal cause for concern, especially potential degrada-

tion of property values and views. Additional concerns relate to impacts to land and water quality, human health and wildlife populations. Fundamentally, what is fuelling our actions against commercial wind is the lack of an adequate framework to objectively assess the costs and benefits of such projects in New Hampshire. The State Energy Plan was approved in 2002, with a ten-year planning horizon. While there have been at least two Legislaturecommissioned reports related to energy policy in that time, they have not been added to the 2002 Plan. Thus, the State’s energy policy it is out of date and overdue for revision. The process for approving power projects of 30 mega-watts or more is delegated to the Site Evaluation Committee (SEC), a State board that includes directors of all the major environmental and land use agencies in the State and that is chaired by the Director of the Department of Environmental Services

Newfound Lake from John Smith Hill (photo by Newfound Photography)

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(DES). In May 2007 a broad stakeholder group prepared criteria for reviewing applications for commercial wind projects, but this detailed and thoughtful guidance has not yet been adopted by the SEC. To better understand the facts around this issue, NLRA has invested substantial resources reviewing State energy policy, regulatory guidance and commissioned reports. We initiated a presentation by SEC counsel Mike Iacapino to inform the public about their decision process, and met and communicated frequently with leaders of NH Wind Watch, the local organization focused on preventing commercial wind development in the Newfound region. We have coordinated with other conservation organizations and State agencies, and reached out to our members and the public via our Web site, eNewsletter and the local press. Most recently we have submitted written and verbal testimony in support of legislation (House Bill HB580 and Senate Bill SB99) calling for a moratorium on future projects until State policy and project approval criteria better address critical cost / benefit issues. In late March we testified in support of the SEC adopting the 2007 wind facility siting guidelines before reviewing any additional permit applications. In short, our State energy policy has stalled, while the number of applications for commercial wind has grown rapidly. Currently, the Wild Meadows Wind project is on the verge of submitting an application to the SEC, EDPR is seeking approval to install a meteorological test tower on Spruce Ridge in Groton, and several hundred acres on Jewell Hill (Groton) have been leased to a potential Continued next page

Around the Lake

Land Conservation Milestones - Substantial Successes in Perpetual Protection

by Martha Twombly

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he Land and Watershed Committee of the NLRA meets regularly with representatives of the Lakes Region Conservation Trust and the Forest Society. Together, these groups form the Newfound Land Conservation Partnership (NLCP).  Since Dec. 2011, the NLCP has completed six conservation projects in the Newfound Lake water-

Continued from previous page wind developer. Other large ridgeline parcels in the Newfound region are also being considered for commercial wind projects. We are living in a time of rapid change, with pressing need to make major decisions with long-term ramifications. The NLRA is deeply committed to being an effective representative for the sustainability of the Newfound region’s environment and economy. We are also well

shed, permanently protecting over 1,000 acres.  Our most recent success was the purchase of a conservation easement on the 272-acre Hazelton Farm in Hebron.  This was made possible by individual donations, and foundation and state grants.  Another major success is the gift by the Butman family of a 500-acre conservation easement on Washburn Road in Alexandria.  Both easements will be held by the Forest Society, and both were helped greatly by the seed money provided by the John Gemmill Newfound Fund, designed to reduce the burden of up-front transaction costs.  Conservation of these beautiful tracts will protect extensive woodland, headwater streams and wildlife habitat critical to the health of Newfound Lake. The easements will ensure that the landscape remains unspoiled for future generations, and that sustainable public recreational access and forest management activities take place. Through the NLCP, the NLRA sponsors hikes and workshops to il-

lustrate the importance of conservation lands and the natural beauty of the Newfound watershed.  Information booths can be found at local events and town celebrations.  Committee members are available to speak at group functions in the area. Watch your email for news of upcoming workshops and hikes. Land and Watershed Committee members represent the watershed and include: Ed McNierney (Chair), Dick Beyer, Jon Martin, Pete Carey, Kate Barrett, Roger LaRochelle, Mark Coulson, Don Martin, Martha Twombly, Vin Broderick, Parker Griffin and Rosemary D’Arcy.  We would also like to extend  thanks to our partners, represented by Brian Hotz and Paul Doscher of the Forest Society, Don Berry of the LRCT, and Helen Gemmill, founder and Trustee of the John Gemmill Newfound Fund.

aware of the impacts of climate change such as increased storm intensities and frequencies, warmer temperatures that accelerate algae growth and shorten our winter season, and growing demographic pressures on the increasingly rare natural resources that are Newfound’s hallmark. We do not believe that our need for wind-generated energy is so urgent that we should accept outdated policy and inadequate processes as the framework for

decisions with substantial questions and long-term ramifications. It is our hope that all parties - legislators, developers, land owners, visitors and residents - will take the time to reach mutual agreement on how to best steward the land and water that are our ultimate resources, before taking actions that change the landscape and divide communities, potentially for little purpose.

— Martha is a former Program Director for the NLRA, and the driving force behind the formation of the NLCP. She works at the Forest Society raising funds for conservation projects, and lives in Hebron with her husband Mark Coulson.

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2012

Member Recognition

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he Spring issue of The Monitor is our favorite, as we thank all our supporters from the previous year. This enclosure lists individuals, families, businesses, camps, associations and towns that provided financial support to the NLRA in 2012. By the generosity of these benefactors, we are able to protect Newfound Lake and its watershed. With the beginning of summer comes our request to renew your membership, a campaign that will begin shortly after you receive this Newsletter. Please watch for a membership renewal letter from NLRA. We encourage you to renew at your highest possible level, and to invite your friends and neighbors to join in supporting the Region’s only year ’round water watchdog!

2012 Membership Steward ($2,000+)

John and Sandy Beard, Jr. Cheryl and Steve Jonas Danny and Vicki LaVecchia

Newfounder ($1,000+) Ray and Kelly Dunn Frank and Phoebe Griswold Neal and Barbara Peirce David and Jane Shapiro

Sustaining ($500+)

Bob Asselin Mark and Dana Belland Dick and Linda Beyer Tripp and Nancy Blair Herb and Rosemary D’Arcy Margaret DePopolo Don and Martha Dolben Priscilla Gemmill Helen Gemmill David Kendall and Jane Dietz Chris Keppelman and Jim Mulroy Mickey McFarlane David Mosely and Andrew Masland John Rohlfs Dan and Emmy Smith Jim and Gillian Van Schaick

Supporting ($250+)

Jerry and Marcia Anderson Tricia and Sal Bannan George and Nancy Bolln Jerry and Eleanor Bowe Donald and Mary Caldwell Don and Maureen Canniff Dave and Roz Carlson Dennis and Linda Cashman Jan and Ron Collins Tony and Doreen Correnti Bill Davies John and Nancy Dineen Glenn and Anne Dorr Betty Emerson Roger and Patty Emerson

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Rita Finn Keith and Angeline Harger Roger and Carol LaFontaine Joe and Lisa Mancini Cinda McKinney Mike and Liz McKinney Tucker McLane Debbie McLane-Carter Steve and Grace McMahon Fred and Dee Dee Nold Lynn Passanisi Jurgen and Lilah Piper Mike and Jane Quinn Kathy and Phil Radimer Bob and Leigh Radimer Betty and Dave Rafferty Tom and Sharon Rohlfs Paul and Jamie Sheff Reggie and Lynn Shiverick Ken and Susan Weidman Julie and Andrew Weigel

Maintaining ($100+)

Dick and Debie Aho Lee and Polly Alexander Joan Allison Bob and Gail Arcieri Andrew and Anne Bartlett Paula and Michael Bartosiak Mike and Stephanie Bednaz Bill and Jean Beebe Bob and Janet Bergeron Bette Bohlke-O’Gara Gerard and Cathleen Bolduc Jim and Connie Bouchard Annette Brissenden David and Ann Bulk Phil and June Burrows Chet and Mary Butcher Pete Carey Dan Cavanagh Peter Chamberas Frank and Linda Cirurso Carolyn and Paul Clark Mary Cody Burt and Barbara Cohen Evan and Maureen Collins

Andy and Trish Connolly John and Kathy Connolly Chris Conway Peter and Carolyn Cordeiro George and Shirley Corrette William and Eileen Cotter Dick and Joyce Cowern Bob Davies Bill and Barbara Demers Jim and Bonnie Doherty Pam and Jerry Drypolcher Bill and Lin Everett Rick and Mauria Falcone Bob and Marsha Felder Bruce and Carolyn Field Regena Fitchett Joe and Dorna Foote Wade and Clara Fowler Thelma Francis Thayer and Anne Fremont-Smith Bob and Sarah Gabler Bette Gibson Larry and Kay Graff Yves and Judith Guerard George and Audrey Hagerman Monica Hart Cynthia and John Hilson Joseph and Katherine Humphrey Jim and Cathy Hunt Ron and Marlene Johns Pam and Rob Johnson Charles and Barbara Karner Tom and Lynn Katon Dave and Pat Kenney Jane Kent Mitch and Anna King Craig and Terry Knowles Kitty and Jim Koch Fred and Barbara Kohout Paul LaFontaine Drew and Carol Landry Carolyn and Richard Lobban Bill and Patricia Lochhead Ken and Ellie Lonske Bill and Willa Lucarelli Judy Lyttle Lester and Dolores Mack

Ron and Charlene Mallette Mitch and Phyllis Manseau Bob and Sue Martens Mary Masland Tom and Fran McKinnon Ed and Kate McNierney Les and Elaine Mills Sally Moore Linda Morse Margaret Muir and Andrew Ketterson Allen and Elaine Murphy Barbara Nicholson Bill and Connie Nobles Ray and Helen Noel Neil and Elinor Olken Bill and Donna Olson Ron and Fran Olson Justin Ostro James and Laura Owen Elaine Pagliaro Katy Palmer Bill and Paula Popeo Larry and Karen Reynolds Helen Robinson Bill and Paula Rooks Ileana and Gerald Saros Jack and Val Scarborough Al and Doreen Shameklis Steve and Carolyn Shulman Steve and Sandy Shusterman Christine and Bill Smaldone Steven and Kelley Small Brian and Lois Smith Laurie Smith and Jim Husson John and Nancy Springer Max and Helga Stamp John, Barbara and Don Stokoe Gregg and Lisa Stone Jack and Linda Sugden Jeanne Thompson Lindsay Thompson Davis and Patricia Thurber Steve and Jackie Tippett Bill and Heli Tomford Jim and Rose Tuite Bill and Janet Tumber Carol and Jeff Turcotte

Member Recognition Phil and Betsy Twombly Skip and Jackie Vaccarello Jim and Sally Vanicek Mike and Sandy Vermouth Linda and Gerry Walsh Stephen and Barbara Weglarz Steve and Nancy Whitman Bob and Lee Williams Albert Wilson Charles and Lynn Wright Willi and Christa Zankel Bob and Leslie Ziegel Walter and Harriet Ziegenhals

Family ($50+)

Thomas and Elizabeth Armstrong Armand and Janice Auger Dick and Diane Baker Dorothy Baldwin Bronwen Ballou Mike and Lois Bannan Dave Barney Bob Barney Ken and Ellie Batchelder Jim and Joyce Beggan Gordon and Christa Bennett Tom and Jennifer Berry Louis Bertolami George and Marilyn Blaisdell David and Rebecca Bliss Jacques and Carole Bonnet-Eymard Kelly and Karen Bonnevie Karen Boyd John and Lois Brennan Claire and Eric Brosius Dick and Mary Brown Merrill Bryant Judy and Todd Buck Ian and Catherine Burgess Don and Carol Campbell Chip and Barbara Carpenter Dave Carr Dick and Brenda Carter John and Nancy Conner Walter and Jan Connor Jim and Jan Crawford Dick and Martha Cunningham Victor and Sheila Currier Tom and Diane Davies Marge Dehls Donna and Rick Delancey Larry and Susan Demers Fran Denesiuk Joe and Paula Denning Bob and Pat DeNoble Gary and Brenda Diederich Christina and Gary Divelbiss Warren Doerner Peggy Dotter Nancy and Bill Dowey Jackie and Jeff Downing Edna Duffy John and Lyn Egsgard Sue and Dick Evans Joseph and Rhoda Fantasia Kevin and Susan Farrell Bill and Jeanette Fay Victor and Kathy Field Bob and Muriel Finlayson Susan Finley Bob and Lynn Flayhart Bill Flynn

Glenn and Mary Ford Paul and Charlene Fraser Gary and Dotti Frost Dick and Marie Gardner Jim and Sue Geraghty Mark and Naomi Goldman Ned and Gayle Gordon Dick and Connie Gourdeau Sylvia Green Ted Haines Dick and Joan Hallberg David and Anne Hardy Jane and P.T. Hart Mike Heenan Mark and Nadine Hession Jeff and Linda Hillier Pete and Ann Holman Sarah Hopkins Greg and Ann Hopkins Nancy Howard Matt and Melissa Hughes Elsa and Bob Johnson Tom and Betty Jones Spencer and Fay Joseph Jeff and Marthur Kalil Faith and Peter Knowles Roy Kring Ira and Erica Krull Mark and Lisa LaFontaine David Lakari Ken and Sue Latronico Rich and Ellen Lawrence David and Mary Lemoine Mark and Maribeth Lightowler Bob and Priscilla Liptrot Tim and Sheila Long Sarah and Bill MacDougall Robert and Kathryn Maldonis Gerald and Nancy Marchand Bernadette McLaughlin Frank and Patricia Mihovan David Miller Steve and Melissa Mills Ed and Hilda Moody Rob and Laura Moore Bud and Jinga Moore Barbara Moore Prisco and Dawn Morella Wayne and Marty Morrill Gena and Bob Moses Jack and Lisa Mudge Kevin and Alice Mullen Hans Mundahl Don and Laurie Munro Bill and Margaret Naumes Bill Neikam Jeff and Judy Neyhart Joe and Sinikka Nogelo Melissa and Carl Nordstrom Bill and Lee O’Donnell Donna Ohanian Richard Olson Seton O’Reily Don and Elaine Paula Jack and Ann Petersen John and Carol Phillips Brian and Barbara Picard Paul and Maureen Pickard Peter and Diane Pirnie Dave and Pam Plankey Brent and Wendy Powell Doug and Judi Priestley

Carter Ramquist Charlie Ramquist David and Enid Reed Tom and Ruth Regan Michael and Karen Regan Stu and Millie Rent Paul and Claire Ricciardi Cynthia Rooke David and Melinda Ryder Ara and Betty Sadaniantz Bard and Cindy Salmon Jim and Jan Salvucci Don and Barbie Selby Don and Barbara Sherman Norman and Carol Small Greg and Judith Smith Tony and Ann Smith Boyd Smith and Annette Zamarchi Mike and Arlene Sobol Carol Southall John and Susan Spaeth Helen Stevens George and Dianna Sullivan Sandra Symonds Dick Tapply David and Karen Taylor Louis and Lorraine Travers Bob and Jane Tremble Jennnifer Tuthill Alice Tweedy Martha Twombly Bob and Judy Twombly David and Marcia Unger Carolyn and Tom Waite Russ and Diane Walberg Curtis and Georgianna Way Bill and Katie Weidman Patricia and John Wells Jeffrey and Jane White Tom and Teri Whitman Bob and Marilyn Wilton Jim and Connie Wood Gil and Ruth Wrigley

Individual ($35+)

Bob and Brenda Akerman Bill and Rosemary Baker Bill and Janice Barrett Kathryn Bernache Tony and Sharon Canzano Richard Cooney Lawrence and Nancy Cross Deborah Cummings Edward Doerner Helen Duchesne Sharon Dunphy Charles Egloff Susan Emerson Tom and Fran Fitzgerald Frank and Joyce Fraitzl Leslie Frazier Bob and Dorothy Frechette Laura Games David and Barbara Godbout Judy Goss Ginny Hantz Matthew Hart Pierre and Paula Henry Suzanne Heslop Dianne Hopkins Nancy and Charles Humphrey Susan Jackson

Bettina Jenney Pat and Ken Jensen Katherine Keen Tom and Nathalie Kehoe Margaret Loomis Harry and Joanne Louis Deborah Luippold Elena MacDonald Claire Maloney Suzanne Martin Richard and Suzanne Martin Sandra McKenzie Tricia Miller Marcia Morris Mark and Mary Ellen O’Connor Barbara Pape Dan Paradis Charlie and Jean Parillo Mary Platt Lorna Platts Dan and Phyllis Schofield Sandra Settele Howie and Tema Soberg Wayne and Carol Tamarelli Sharon Veldhuis Ed and Marion Weber Bill and Lucille Weir Tom and Jule Whelan David and Elsie Wilson Paul Winters Lin and Jean Woodbury Claire Yeaton

2012 Annual Fund Steward ($2,000+)

Anonymous Ray and Kelly Dunn Danny and Vicki LaVecchia Tim and Lisa McGrath Andy and Linda McLane Bob and Natalie Rooke Selina Rossiter and Sandy Colhoun Paul and Betsy Shiverick The Charles Foundation

Newfounder ($1,000+) Michael Asay Mark and Dana Belland Jaimie Emery Bernard Haan Richard Hart Butler and Lois Lampson Ed and Kate McNierney Rob and Laura Moore Bud and Jinga Moore Tom and Sharon Rohlfs Dan and Emmy Smith Max and Helga Stamp Jim and Gillian Van Schaick Greg Wagner

Sustaining ($500+)

Jan and Ron Collins David Kendall and Jane Dietz Betty Emerson Ann Giles Frank and Phoebe Griswold Tom and Betty Jones Roger and Carol LaFontaine Ken and Susan Weidman

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Member Recognition Annual Fund Cont’d

Supporting ($250+)

Jerry and Marcia Anderson Tom and Jennifer Berry David and Mavis Brittelli Matt and Joanne Naimie Lynn Passanisi Betty and Dave Rafferty Mike and Arlene Sobol George and Dianna Sullivan

Maintaining ($100+)

Dick and Debie Aho Lee and Polly Alexander Joan Allison Hugh Antrim Bob and Gail Arcieri Gordon and Christa Bennett Dick and Linda Beyer John and Barbara Bishop Bette Bohlke-O’Gara Jacques and Carole Bonnet-Eymard Jim and Connie Bouchard Karen Boyd Vin Broderick David and Ann Bulk Chet and Mary Butcher Donald and Mary Caldwell Frank and Linda Cirurso Burt and Barbara Cohen Andy and Trish Connolly John and Kathy Connolly Chris Conway Tony and Doreen Correnti Jim and Jan Crawford Herb and Rosemary D’Arcy Joe and Helen DeCosta Bob Denious Edward Doerner Jim and Bonnie Doherty Darren and Carrie Donovan Pam and Jerry Drypolcher Bob and Inge Eddy John and Lyn Egsgard Rick and Mauria Falcone Joe and Dorna Foote Wade and Clara Fowler Ali and David Gelles John Greenan Adele and Kenneth Grunberg David and Anne Hardy Charles and Barbara Karner Tom and Nathalie Kehoe Dave and Pat Kenney Jane Kent Ellen Ketterson Faith and Peter Knowles Alice Kurland Paul LaFontaine Roger and Jennifer Larochelle Bill Lenssen

Bill and Patricia Lochhead Joel and Gretchen Long Chip and Cindy Matthes Carol McGough Cinda McKinney Steve and Grace McMahon Frank and Patricia Mihovan Les and Elaine Mills Gena and Bob Moses Margaret Muir and Andrew Ketterson Ray and Helen Noel Miles and Gerry Nogelo Justin Ostro Elaine Pagliaro Jurgen and Lilah Piper Enzo and Nancy Rebula Jack and Val Scarborough Steve and Carolyn Shulman Steve and Sandy Shusterman John, Barbara and Don Stokoe Carol and Jeff Turcotte Phil and Betsy Twombly David and Marcia Unger Al and Barbara Van Buren Jim and Sally Vanicek Nancy Wall Sterling and Jean Weaver Stephen and Barbara Weglarz Georgia and Scott Whalen Bob and Lee Williams

Family ($50)

Armand and Janice Auger Claire and Eric Brosius Merrill Bryant Richard Cooney Tom and Diane Davies Christina and Gary Divelbiss Bill and Lin Everett Bill and Jeanette Fay Victor and Kathy Field Bill Flynn Ted Haines Wayne and Barbara Harding Pete and Ann Holman Nancy Howard Roy Kring David Lakari Diane Lerner Sarah and Bill MacDougall Charles and Patricia Marchese Bob and Sue Martens Mac and Barbara McIntire Scott Monk Barbara Moore Arthur and Mary Mudge Carl Mueller Hans Mundahl Seton O’Reily Barbara Pape Don and Elaine Paula John and Carol Phillips

Charles and Liz-Anne Platt Tom and Ruth Regan Kerry and Carol Riley Nelson and Lisa Rodrigues Robert and Joyce Romeri Bard and Cindy Salmon Jim and Jan Salvucci Leslie Sanderson Boyd Smith and Annette Zamarchi John and Susan Spaeth Curtis and Georgianna Way Paul Winters

Individual ($35)

Bari Brodsky Glenn and Mary Ford Ira and Erica Krull Lorna Platts Howie and Tema Soberg

2012 Donations from Businesses Sponsors ($600+)

Bristol Shop ‘n Save Emery & Garrett Groundwater, Inc. West Shore Marine

Partners ($150+)

A Newfound Bed & Breakfast Alexandria Boat Shop AMC Cardigan Lodge B-Fast Charters Salt Water Sport Fishing Camp Berea Coppertoppe Inn & Retreat Ebony Boarding Kennel Fred’s Auto Trends Greenan Properties-Group East Financial Services H. Andrew Connolly, CPA Inn on Newfound Lake Lakes Region Culinary Institute Meadow Wind B & B Newfound Photography Omni Mt Washington Resort Ragged Mountain Resort Rhino Bike Works Sandybeach of Newfound Timberloch Lodge

Members ($100+)

Aurental Consulting Basic Ingredients Blue Skies Whole Foods Bond Auto Bridgewater Inn Bristol Diner Century 21-Country Lakes Realty Classical Homeopathy & Nutrition Counseling Earthly Treasures

Emma’s Perennials Genevieve’s Massage Therapy Gilly’s Restaurant Haunting Whisper Vineyard Heart’s Path Yoga, LLC Homestead Restaurant Kathleen’s Cottage Lincoln Cinemas IV Newfound Grocery Newfound Therapeutic Massage NH Music Festival Paradise Point Nature Center Pat’s Seafood & Pizzaria Raven Song Flutes Renaissance Florals, LLC RP Williams & Sons Sculptured Rocks Farm Shackett’s Supermarket Six Chimneys & A Dream Skip’s Gun and Sport Shop Suzanne Schwartz, LMT Thai Smile The Henry Whipple House The Mill Fudge Factory & Ice Cream Café Village Pizza Of Bristol White Mt. Country Club

2012 Donations from Towns, Summer Camps, and Associations Watershed Towns Alexandria Bridgewater Bristol Groton Hebron

Camps

Camp Berea Camp Onaway Camp Pasquaney

Associations

Bridgewater Hills Associates Bristol Shores Homeowners Assoc. Camelot Acres Camp Greenwood Estates Clubhouse Condominium Assoc. Hebron Area Womens Group Manor Estates Condominium Red Fox Condo Assoc. Shackett’s Landing Assoc. Spruce Woodlands Assoc. Stone Gate Acres Wagon Wheel Condo Assoc. Whittemore Brook Assoc. Whittemore Point Improvement Association

NOTES: Newfound Shore to Shore Society members are identified in bold typeface. Shore to Shore Society members are a select group of loyal donors who have made NLRA a priority in their annual giving for the last 15 consecutive years or more. We thank these members for their exemplary commitment and dedication, which have helped to keep Newfound Lake clear and clean. Our sincere apologies if we have made any errors. Please contact the Executive Director so that we can make amends.

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his is an exciting and special time of year, as we look back to 2012 to recognize and thank the hundreds of people whose financial gifts made our work possible. In 2012 our financial support came from the following areas: Spring Membership, 37%; Fall Annual Fund, 38%; Mega-Raffle and Fair, 6%; Grants, 11%; Endowment, 5%; and Programs, 3%. As you can see, 75% of our funding comes from direct contributions by our members. This is a very healthy financial position to be in, and is how you make it possible for us to do our work to protect Newfound Lake and its watershed. Thank you for making it possible for us to serve our mission! A wonderful piece of news that we are thrilled to share is the result of the 2012 Annual Fund campaign. Stimulated by a challenge match from one of our most generous donors, twelve members increased their donation by $1,000 or more above their 2011 gift, and one increased their gift level to $5,000! This response, coupled with the match and that of nearly 140 additional donors, resulted in an increase of nearly 27% over our budget goal and 38% higher than our 2011 Annual Fund receipts! Some of our plans for this much-appreciated generosity include strengthening our Web site ability to protect clean water, increasing our outreach to not-yet members, and responding to potential commercial development of our ridgelines. There is some confusion among our members about the difference between Membership and Annual Fund. Practically speaking, an individual donation of $35 or family donation of $50 makes you a member, no matter the time of year that you contribute. Many members donate only in the Spring and a smaller number donate only in the Fall, with some making gifts during both times of year. You can see from the financial summary above

that the Spring and Fall fund drives are equally critical to our financial well being. Please take a look at our Member Recognition insert for this edition of The Monitor, and take a moment to thank yourself and your fellow members for making a difference - perhaps even touching the future - in the Newfound watershed. You will be receiving the Spring Membership renewal letter soon. We will be including a means to purchase your Mega-Raffle ticket as well as renew your NLRA membership. Please take time to renew your membership and buy your Mega-Raffle ticket(s) so we can focus on the work of protecting Newfound’s precious land and water. As part of our long-standing financial management policy to assure supporters

we are meeting our fiduciary responsibilities, the NLRA contracts with the accounting firm of Malone & Dirubbo, PLLC to perform financial reviews after each fiscal year and to prepare our federal tax filings (IRS Form 990). Key portions of reviews for FY12 and years prior are posted on our web page (www.newfoundlake.org/home/aboutnlra.html). Copies of our Form 990s can be found by searching for Newfound Lake Region Association at www.GuideStar.com. Feel free to contact Director Boyd Smith or Treasurer Ken Weidman if you have any questions about our financial filings. Thank you for your contributions, and please do not hesitate to contact the NLRA office if you should have any questions, ideas or concerns.

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

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Steward $2000+ Newfounder $1000+ n Lake Host/Invasive Species Protection Sustaining $500+ n Water Quality Monitoring/Education Supporting $250+ n Watershed Mapping/Land Conservation Maintaining $100+ n Events/Publications/Outreach Family $50+ Individual $35+ n Membership Development

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June 22

Volunteer Recognition Breakfast

June - Aug

Newfound Eco-Tours

July 23

Guided paddle-tour of NLRA conservation land

July 27 NLRA at Hebron Fair

August (TBD) Annual Meeting and Mega-Raffle Drawing

Workshops and Events – Check www.facebook.com/NewfoundLake and www.newfoundlake.org for updates!

2013 Newfound Mega-Raffle

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he clock is ticking towards the drawing for our 5th Newfound Mega-Raffle, an event supported by donations from our business members and folks like you that want a great chance to win some fabulous prizes! This year’s prizes will include tickets to New England Patriots football games, lodging and fine dining, outdoor activities, massages, Newfound Eco-Tours and much more! Look for your opportunity to purchase Mega-Raffle tickets during our Spring Membership drive, on line at www.Newfoundlake.org, and at local events such as our Volunteer Recognition Breakfast and the Hebron Fair. Your ticket purchase provides you a great chance of winning an exciting (and transferable) gift, and supports our work protecting Newfound Lake and its watershed!