Tag: Conservation

Beavers, Otters and Muskrats – Oh my! ~ Thursday, 7/18/24 at 6 PM

Learn all about New Hampshire’s semi-aquatic mammals. Why have humans prized them for their fur? What special adaptations have they developed to spend so much time in the water? Patrick Tate will discuss this and more as we take a deep dive into their elusive world. Patrick Tate is a Wildlife Biologist employed with New Hampshire Fish & Game. His responsibilities include furbearing species monitoring statewide and regional wildlife responsibilities… Read more

Black Bears in New Hampshire – 6 PM on Thursday, 3/7/24

Although black bears are generally shy and usually avoid humans, they are opportunistic and will search for human food supplies when natural foods are not available. Maintaining a sustainable bear population in New Hampshire depends on minimizing human-bear conflicts. Join us to learn about the natural history of the black bear, current research taking place and how the information learned will affect management of the black bear population. The presentation… Read more

Marine Mammal Rescue with Ron Watson ~ Thursday, 1/11/24 at 6 PM

All marine mammals are protected under the Marine Mammal Protection Act. Some are also protected under the Endangered Species Act and the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora. The Marine Mammal Protection Act was enacted by the federal government on October 21, 1972 and fulfilling this requirement, the Seacoast Science Center Marine Mammal Rescue staffs and responds to all reports of marine mammals that… Read more

Pollution in the Merrimack: Solving a 200-year-old problem (RECORDED)

Missed the ZOOM, No problem this program was recorded and you may watch it from your device at home. TO WATCH ENTER THIS PASSCODE: QgF0.apT AFTER CLICKING THIS LINK TO THE ZOOM RECORDING. The Merrimack River has been transformed from one of the most polluted in the nation to one of the region’s most popular recreation rivers and vibrant wildlife habitats. Yet every time a moderate rainstorm passes through the… Read more