The Management Plan Begins

After years of neglect and damage at Ossipee Lake Natural Area, this strange and fascinating place of rare plants, tangled woods and prehistoric artifacts has a management plan that State officials hope will preserve it for years to come. Read More →

What is being done?

A unique cooperative effort is ongoing between boaters, environmentalists and state officials with the objective of balancing recreation and preservation at the site. Follow this effort here and let us know what you think by posting a comment at the bottom of any page or by clicking any blue link.

Amy DeSimone commented on About

Today is the 4th of July 2010 and the most westerly beach in the natural area is crowded with people on the sand and using the woods to relieve themselves. Two of the boat registrations are 5489AI and 7795AR. These two boats, and the 2-3 others with them whose registrations I did not get, are clearly violating the state law enacted to protect these beaches. Where are the citizens from the boating community who were trying to educate fellow boaters?

Janet Riddle commented on About

This plan makes sense given what was going on there. I kayak there and it's great there's a place for kayaks and canoes to stop so we can stretch and rest.

Dan G. commented on About

As a long time boater, I am hoping for the best with the new plan. Thanks to everyone who helped make it happen!

971 days…

It has been  since DRED implemented the new Natural Area management plan.

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