Did you know each full moon has a name? April’s full moon is the pink moon named after the moss pink flower that blooms in the spring. Come join the Squam Lakes Association for a 1.8 mile round-trip moonlit hike to the South Peak of Whitten Woods from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM on Wednesday, April 1st! Starting at the Whitten Woods Trailhead parking area, we will take the South Peak Trail up to the summit. We will moon gaze, stargaze, and listen for nocturnal critters before making our descent back down to the trailhead.

Participants will meet at the Whitten Woods Parking Area at 6:45 PM, located off Highland Street in Ashland, NH. All are welcome on this guided hike, but it is recommended for participants that are comfortable with uneven terrain and slight to moderate changes in elevation. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Please make sure to bring lots of water, snacks to enjoy at the summit, a headlamp, and weather appropriate clothing and hiking gear. This includes extra layers, rain gear, a hat, gloves, extra socks, etc.
For more information, or to sign up for this guided hike, visit the SLA website (squamlakes.org) or contact the SLA directly (603-968-7336). The SLA also offers other guided hikes and Adventure Ecology programming throughout the year. These free programs are open to the public and cover a variety of nature and conservation related topics. The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the LRCC AmeriCorps members at the SLA who perform important conservation work in support of the Association’s mission.
The Squam Lakes Association is dedicated to conserving for public benefit the natural beauty, peaceful character and resources of the watershed. In collaboration with local and state partners the SLA promotes the protection, careful use and shared enjoyment of the lakes, mountains, forests, open spaces and wildlife of the Squam Lakes Region.