The “subnivean layer” is the insulated space between the snow cover and the frozen ground beneath. Many animals take advantage of this thin layer of warmer air and space to continue with daily activities.
The ice on Lake Chocorua went out near sunset April 18th and though the loons are not back as of this writing, spring is definitely here. It’s nice to see the forest floor and fields around the Basin again!
Watching the colors migrate up the slopes of Mt. Chocorua and reflected in the waters of the lake, it’s hard to believe the summer went by as quickly as it did. It didn’t seem that long ago that volunteers gathered to clear trails in the area and the lady slippers around the lake were in bloom!
A pristine lake, an undisturbed lakeshore, a forest in its wild state, a beautiful field—appreciating the beauty of nature is just the beginning for the Chocorua Lake Conservancy.
We are excited to welcome Lynne Flaccus to the position of Stewardship Director. Lynne will be responsible for advancing the stewardship program of the Conservancy, which is responsible for managing or stewarding 3,800 acres of protected land in the Chocorua Lake Basin.
