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Water Quality & Watershed Management
The Association works with the town of Wolfeboro, watershed property
owners and users to implement best management practices which
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Land Conservation & Stewardship
The Association conserves land to protect water quality within the Wentworth-Crescent Watershed, while also protecting natural habitats, wildlife, and view-sheds.
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Education & Outreach
The Association educates the watershed community to protect water
quality through land and natural resource stewardship and
implementation of best management and sustainable practices.
The Wentworth Watershed Association is made up of residents and landowners in the Lake Wentworth/Crescent Lake watershed in Wolfeboro, NH, as well as others who want to encourage the protection and preservation of these valuable natural resources.
A View from the Watershed
New Hampshire Looks to Address Elevated Salt Content in Freshwater
During the winter, salt is a major contaminant of water bodies in New Hampshire. Overuse and improper application lead to salt running off roads and driveways and into nearby water sources. This poses a risk to lake health, wildlife, and…
Read More New Hampshire Looks to Address Elevated Salt Content in Freshwater
Cyanobacteria Safety and Risk Assessment
When it comes to cyanobacteria, only you can decide the level of risk you are comfortable with. Always perform a self-assessment before recreating in the water. When in doubt, err on the side of caution to avoid potential exposure. Below…
Perennial Plant Sale
Our partnership with Van Berkum Nursery continues as we open the late summer plant sale! These plants were selected for their benefits to the watershed, particularly for waterfront property owners looking to revegetate their shores. The benefits of these perennials…