Nearer to Nature

By Margaret Gillespie

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Squam Lakes Natural Science Center has brought visitors and members nearer to nature since 1966. This compilation of writings by Naturalist Margaret Gillespie will transport you to the woods and waters of New Hampshire's natural world. Get inspired and up close to insects, birds, mammals, and plant life through words and pictures featuring the best of New Hampshire and Squam Lakes Natural Science Center.
Retail: $19.95

"With a keen eye and a familiarity with seasonal events, Margaret Gillespie captures the essence of New Hampshire's natural history." - Mary Holland, Author of Naturally Curious

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Howard Nash, 10/08/18
Very well presented exhibit on the wildlife of New Hampshire. Coming from the UK, we had some concerns about the moral question of keeping wild animals in cages. This was set against the very obvious great condition of the animals on display and the effort taken to educate on the natural world - a video or even holograph would not have the same impact. The reason we give it only 4 stars is that not enough effort is made to explain why the animals, particularly the large animals, are kept in relatively small enclosures. Looking at the negative reviews that focus on the moral question, your responses are very encouraging. Perhaps you should cut out the middleman and make more effort at the Centre to explain why the animals are maintained in captivity from a conservation perspective.
Michael Dunlap, 10/11/24
The lake tour is awesome! I highly recommend taking the cruise if you watched "On Golden Pond". Look for Purgatory Cove and Walter's dock. Eat at Walter's Basin right next to were you board for the lake cruise.
hi Take, 10/10/20
Great nature trail for kids. You can see approximately 10 animals in the trail for about 1 hour. A lot of educational resources in the exhibit. Additionally, there’s friendly crew.
Robert Freemer 3rd, 10/17/24
Anne Jalbert, 07/02/24
I've been here with kids from ages 2 years to 11 and all of them enjoyed it. We participated in a grade school field trip the last time we went and the educators were top notch.

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