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Little Lake Sunapee Cyanobacteria Update:
Tuesday 6/17 at 6:15 PM
See the following report from NH DES about a Cyanobacteria report on Little Lake Sunapee. The beach will not be closed.
Use this link for additional information on Cyanobacteria:
Updates will be posted here as soon as more information is available.
“A cyanobacteria bloom has been observed at your lake, please see below for details.
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Waterbody |
Little Lake Sunapee, New London |
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Status |
REPORT |
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Issued |
6/17/2025 |
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Bloom Description (photos attached) |
Green flecks of material accumulating on the shoreline |
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Cyanobacteria Taxa |
Dolichospermum |
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Cyanobacteria Density (cells/mL) |
464,000 |
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Notes |
Bloom conditions were first observed on 6/16 at the boat launch. Sample was mixed heavily with pollen (yellow clumps of material).
Please report through the Bloom Report Form if you continue to see bloom conditions. |
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Please visit the Healthy Swimming Mapper for the most current information about bloom location, status, and severity.
Cyanobacteria reports depict only what an observer sees in the water. The report may reflect a waterbody wide perspective if they boated around the waterbody and made observations, or it could be a single sighting from the shoreline. One sighting does not indicate that a watch or warning is necessary, but it does indicate that those on or around the waterbody should be aware that cyanobacteria have been observed beyond what is natural, and that they should be on the lookout for shifting bloom conditions and report them via the Bloom Report Form.
Watches are issued when samples are evaluated and cyanobacteria are in higher abundance than normal background levels at multiple locations, but that densities are below 70,000 cells/mL or when clear photographic evidence indicates a bloom is occurring.
Warnings are issued when samples are evaluated microscopically, and cell counts exceed 70,000 cells/mL and the bloom is widespread or extends to multiple locations on the waterbody. A warning does not close the waterbody to recreational use. The warning is intended as a precautionary measure to inform the public of the potential health risks associated with cyanobacteria blooms. Please see our updated FAQs for more information.
NHDES advises lake users to not swim in or near the vicinity of where bloom material is visible. Please also keep pets and livestock out of areas where bloom material is observed. It is suggested that local authorities post the 2025 cyanobacteria sign at public access points while a warning is in place to alert the public of current conditions.
Please forward this email to other residents / community members who may benefit from this information. If they would like to be added to the email distribution list, please have them sign up to be directly included on future communications from NHDES. If you prefer to no longer receive these sampling updates, simply respond, and indicate "unsubscribe".
The CyanoHAB Team
Cyanobacteria Harmful Algal Bloom Program
Watershed Management Bureau, Water Division
New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services
29 Hazen Drive, P.O. Box 95, Concord, NH 03302-0095
603-848-8094 hab@des.nh.gov “
Strawberry Fest
Saturday, 6/21, 10-2 PM
Town Green, New London
Come celebrate the Strawberry!
Vendors, food, and entertainment for all ages.
And of course... LOTS of shortcake and locally grown strawberries for sale to benefit
the New London Recreation Department.
CASH OR CHECK ONLY PLEASE
NEW THIS YEAR:
🍓 Free Kids Bike Fitting and Tune-Ups at Strawberry Fest
When: June 21st 10AM – 2PM Rain or Shine. Visit Our Pop-up Tent!
Where: New London Village Green.
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) in collaboration with the Town of New London Recreation Department and the New London Outing Club is offering this service to event participants at the annual Strawberry Fest for the first time this year. The BPAC will also provide an information table with free bike safety information and giveaways. Please join us to prepare for smooth summer riding! The bike tune up service will not be able to accommodate major repairs.
The Town of New London cannot be held liable for the condition or performance of event participants’ bikes given that the purpose of this activity is to provide routine tune-ups not major repairs.
Parking is available on Main Street as well as at the First Baptist Church, 461 Main St., parking lot.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED, LEND A HAND TO STRAWBERRY FEST! FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO SIGN UP:
Red Cross Swim Lessons
Our trained swim instructors will support each participant to develop effective swim and water safety skills and confidence. We are offering eight sessions this Summer. Classes will run Monday through Friday, either 10-11 AM or 5-6 PM. Lessons are offered at both beaches.
This year we will be offering a variety of lessons. There will be Level 1-2 classes that are for beginning swimmers. For intermediate swimmers, we will offer Level 3-4 classes. Two sessions will be open to all levels. By offering three types of lessons, we plan to get swimmers to practice with other participants that match their swim experience to help improve their skills. If you are unsure of your swimmer's level, contact Rec. Director Putnam Kidder p.kidder@newlondon.nh.gov to find the most appropriate class type. Significant weather issues could lead to the cancellation of classes and rescheduling.
Ages 5-12 years old.
Residents $70
Non-residents $80
Registration/Cancellation Policy:
Once registered for a session, you will be expected to attend it. If you must cancel more than a week (7 days) before your session you will receive a 50% refund. Less than a week before your session you will not receive a refund.
Not sure about your child's swim level? Follow this link to a helpful description:
Red Cross Swim Level Descriptions
*Swim Lessons #1 Bucklin Beach 7/7-7/11*
ALL LEVELS
Mon-Friday 5-6 PM
*Swim Lessons #2 Bucklin Beach 7/14-7/18*
LEVEL 1-2
Mon-Friday 10-11 AM
*Swim Lessons #3 Elkins Beach 7/14-7/18*
LEVELS 3-4
Mon-Friday 5-6 PM
*Swim Lessons #4 Bucklin Beach 7/21-7/25*
LEVEL 1-2
Mon-Friday 10-11 AM
*Swim Lessons #5 Elkins Beach 7/21-7/25*
LEVELS 3-4
Mon-Friday 5-6 PM
*Swim Lessons #6 Bucklin Beach 7/28-8/1*
LEVEL 1-2
Mon-Friday 10-11 AM
*Swim Lessons #7 Elkins Beach 7/28-8/1*
LEVELS 3-4
Mon-Friday 5-6 PM
*Swim Lessons #8 Bucklin Beach 8/4-8/8*
ALL LEVELS
Mon-Friday 5-6 PM
Beach 2025 Schedule
Opening Weekend:
Saturday 5/24, Sunday 5/25, Monday 5/26 Beaches will be open and bathrooms will be open (8 AM to Dusk). There will be no staff on duty.
Weekends until the Kearsarge School District wraps up. Bathrooms (8 AM to dusk) are open and lifeguards only, 10-5 PM.
May 31 and June 1 (no lifeguards due to training)
June 7-8, Lifeguards on duty 10-5 PM
June 14-15, Lifeguards on duty 10-5 PM
During the preseason weekdays, the beaches will be open for swimming, but will not be staffed and bathrooms will not be open.
Beaches and bathrooms will be open 10-5 PM with lifeguards seven days a week starting Wednesday, June 18th, through Labor Day weekend. The kayak and Paddleboard loan program will start on Saturday, June 28th.
Elkins Swings Update:
Any questions please, reach out to
Recreation Director, Putnam Kidder
603-526-6401
p.kidder@newlondon.nh.gov
"Play Dates" with the Recreation Department
Friday June 27th, Friday, July 25th, and Friday Aug. 15th
5:30-7:30 PM on Town Green
New London Recreation Events and Programs Calendar
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
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| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
| 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 |
| 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 |
21
Strawberry Fest
Strawberry Fest Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:00 AM
to Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM |
| 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 |
27
Play Date #1 with the Recreation Department - During Band Concert on the Town Green
Play Date #1 with the Recreation Department - During Band Concert on the Town Green Friday, June 27, 2025 at 5:30 PM
to Friday, June 27, 2025 at 7:30 PM |
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| 29 | 30 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |