We protect the Newfound Lake Watershed. Through conservation, education, and stewardship, we build a healthy, resilient ecosystem—for today and for generations to come.
Community Education
By educating and engaging our community, we can ensure a continued tradition of stewardship.
Water Quality
Newfound Lake’s water quality is measured weekly from mid-May through September at seven monitoring sites.
Invasive Species
NLRA Lake Hosts and Weed Watchers, along with conscientious recreators, can keep invasive aquatic species at bay.
Grey Rocks, Our New Home
We’ve opened the doors to the Grey Rocks Conservation Center, a space where discovery, learning, and conservation come together. Come see what’s new!
Events
News from Newfound
Measuring Mercury with Dragonfly Nymphs
Posted 9/30/26
NLRA is partnering with the Merrimack Dragonfly Mercury Project to examine mercury levels in the Newfound Watershed, adding another layer to our long-term water quality monitoring initiatives.
Stopping Pollution One Project at a Time
Posted 9/4/26
Manor Estates residents teamed up with NLRA to reduce stormwater pollution, installing 19 dry wells that will keep more than 148,000 gallons of stormwater runoff out of Newfound Lake each year.
Newfound Lake Remains Free of Aquatic Invasive Plants
Posted 8/28/26
NLRA Weed Watchers have surveyed every mile of Newfound Lake’s shoreline and found no aquatic invasive plants. Their work helps catch harmful plants early before they can spread and threaten the health of the lake.
Pitch in and help the lake!
Your time and energy make a lasting impact. Protect clean water, care for local lands, and connect with your community as an NLRA volunteer.