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August 2020 | ALONG ROUTE 16 | Page 1

ROUTE 16 & The Scenic Byways of Rtes. 25, 28, 108, 109, 113, 125, 153 & 171

August | Vol. 6 | No. 8 Published on the 16th of the Month

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Peg Scully | Page 3

Summer Grilling | Page 10

What’s Up | Page 6-8

Yesteryear | Page 12

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The Warmth and Beauty of Country Life in the Art Work of Peg Scully

By Kathi Caldwell-Hopper Take one look at Peg Scully’s paintings and you will fall in love Freedom, New Hampshire and just about any other scene or person Peg chooses to capture in watercolors or an oil painting.

The colors and scenes draw you in and wrap you in the coziness of sitting with a group of townspeople or sharing coffee and a chat on the porch with Peg on a cheerful summer day or the beauty of an autumn scene where the foliage-dappled mountains sweep up to touch a piercingly blue sky.

To say that Peg has an ability to bring the viewer into one of her paintings and evoke wonderful memoires is to put it mildly. A resident of Freedom, New Hampshire since 1968, Peg has been painting since she attended classes at the Ridgewood (NJ) Art Association at age 22.

A lifetime of dedication to her art has brought well-deserved admiration for her paintings and watercolors, and when she teaches a class, there is always a good reception.

“I am originally from New Jersey,” she says. After marriage, Peg and her husband, Jim, moved to Cincinnati where he was Dean of Students at the University of Cincinnati. Peg and her husband also lived in Ohio, Massachusetts and New Jersey, but enjoyed a summer home in Freedom. In a book titled “Peg Scully Painting Freedom”, Peg recalls the first time she set eyes on the village when she and Jim were invited to stay the summer at a home in the area: “…as we drove toward the town, I remembered an old movie called ‘Lost Horizon’ where the characters discover a hidden paradise, Shangri-La. That’s how beautiful it was and remote it seemed.”

Peg brought her art supplies with her that summer and began to paint what she saw in the area. The town and the area stayed in their hearts and they returned each summer.

Eventually, the couple settled in Freedom, and Peg has been there for 52 years; the couple moved to the town permanently in 1984 when their last child graduated from high school.

Peg has always been serious about pursuing art, and she continued to paint even after she had children and worked as a teacher of the deaf and hard of hearing. Her subjects range from por-

Freedom area artist Peg Scully.

traits, the figure, still life, landscapes.

Being in a small community in the country was not a problem for Peg. While some artists might crave the bright lights and contacts one can make in the city, Peg embraced the country life and found plenty of things to paint.

As an artist, she was drawn to the multitude of scenes around her that were perfect for her paintings. “I went mad when we moved here because it was so exciting! There was no end of subjects for paintings” she recalls with a laugh.

It did not take long for locals and summer visitors to discover a talented painter was living in their midst, and eventually Peg decided to open a studio and gallery in her home. She maintained the gallery for 20 years, where those who loved her art work could purchase a wide variety of Scully paintings.

To view Peg’s watercolors is to understand light in all its beauty. She was a student at the Ridgewood, NJ Art Association (now the Ridgewood Art Institute) and was mentored in oil painting by instructor and artist Arthur Maynard. He had an intense interest in the effects of light on the landscape and the figure and he passed this vision on to Peg. After moving to New Hampshire, she discovered the challenges and delights of plein air painting with watercolors.

Watercolor is a challenging medium, and it is especially difficult to capture light on the figure or landscape, but Peg has done so with skill and vision. The “Painting Freedom” book highlights her love of light and ability to capture the essence of places around the area

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she probably sees quite often. There is an oil painting called Zaliwski’s Barn, capturing the building on the property of a local, who also happened to be a Russian aristocrat, Count Alexandrea Zaliwski.

Describing another painting Peg writes, “I painted the Parsonage of Elm Street, owned by the First Christian Church, as a demonstration.” With simple brush strokes and lots of color, Peg gives the viewer a front row seat to a tranquil country scene…and she added a figure and a dog to provide added warmth and humanity to the scene.

The Freedom Village Store is a wellknown building in the little town and Peg has captured it in winter and also in summer, each time with shoppers coming and going amid the bustle of village life.

Knowing the importance of networking with other artists, Peg gathered with fellow area artists on a regular basis in the 1990s. The group met to paint together and provide critiques for one another’s work. Local friends and relatives were happy to model for the group from time to time.

In 2008, Peg became a signature member of the New England Watercol-

or Society. She also is a member of the Mount Washington Valley Arts Association and has won awards from both these organizations.

Peg is glad she could travel to other cities and countries, but since the pandemic feels happy to be able to stay home in Freedom and lucky to be here.

“I have painted some things more than once, such as Chocorua. I love to do plein air painting, because you can’t rely just on photos to do a painting,” she says. Peg is looking forward to autumn, which is a “nice time to paint.”

She also loves to paint outside on a warm winter’s day, taking advantage of all the seasons in New England.

“I sold three paintings last winter, and people seem to still want my art,” Peg says modestly. “Word-of-mouth has made me successful, and my work is in a few local galleries.”

She says she switches back and forth between oil painting and watercolors and enjoys workshops as a “fabulous way to learn more.” At her home studio, she paints in spurts as the mood strikes and was recently finishing up a painting of a spring walk she took in her backyard.

The daily comings and goings of residents, the changing seasons and the historic structures of a country village are found in Peg’s paintings and their appeal is universal. Take just one look at a watercolor or oil painting done by the talented artist, and you will fall in love with the woods, the village streets and homes and people of Freedom and the surrounding area.

To view Peg’s work, visit ArtWorks Gallery at 132 White Mt. Highway in Chocorua (603-323-8041), the Freedom Gallery at 8 Elm Street in Freedom (610-762-2493) or Google Peg Scully to see more images. Email pegscully@gmail.com to ask about her painting memoir “Painting Freedom”, which is available for purchase.

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Stop by the Semi-Annual Peter Ferber Gallery Show!

The Art Place in downtown Wolfeboro is holding its semi-annual Peter Ferber Gallery Show featuring new original paintings by local, well-known artist Peter Ferber.

Peter Ferber describes his new work, “As I take a look at the paintings for this show–and at the ones still in process– it makes me feel so grateful. Grateful for the timeless summers we are privileged to enjoy. Grateful for the places I get to see, and the inspiration they give me. And grateful for the opportunity to share my vision of all this with appreciative people who stop in to see the show. Another pervading feeling I get from the work is ‘warmth.’ Literal

warmth seen in the sun shining in so many of the pieces, but much more in how comfortable they make me feel through the beauty, the peace, and the memories they recall.”

Peter continues, “The scenes depicted take you from early morning to sunset around the lakes. Early morning down on the dock as the mist lifts off the water, or out ‘stalking’ loons around the point, or glancing out the window of a camp kitchen to see a fisherman coming home with his catch for breakfast. Midday was always the best for me. And you will see it here in a couple views where the lake beckons a swim and the sunlight leads the way down a sandy

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path through the pine trees. Another favorite memory is of days so warm, that you get to take another swim after dinner. That is seen in a painting of a little beach on Jolly Island, looking north to the mountains catching the last light of the day. Then of course the perfect day has to be capped off with a good sunset. I sometimes avoid painting sunsets because they can be a bit garish and over-the-top, but this summer two sunsets have found their way into the show: One from a beach where a couple of boats are pulled up to rest for the night.

The other as a backdrop to the Steamboat Island bridge–a well-known little wooden gem on the way up to Center Harbor.

“I’m grateful to be given the means to share these special things through painting. I hope people will enjoy exploring these spots with me, and will come away with memories of their own perfect days on the lake.”

The Art Place owner, Barbara Gibbs, talks about the show and some of the paintings. “Once again, loons, cottages, docks, boats along with the natural beauty of this area fill Peter’s paintings.

Points of interest seem to crop up frequently this time. Peter finds through his images a timeless beauty and a sense of familiarity. Whether it be through his

depiction of unique rock formations, reflections in water, or a summer sunset, Peter’s paintings reflect something that speaks to us of calmness and stability.

These simple things are made more important in today’s uncertain times.”

The Peter Ferber Gallery Show is held twice a year – in February and in August – at The Art Place located at 9 North Main Street in downtown Wolfeboro. This year with COVID 19 still active, certain guidelines will be necessary to follow in order for all to be safe.

The Art Place will be requiring masks to be worn. Masks are available at the store.

The Art Place is the exclusive gallery for Peter Ferber’s original artwork, and produces most of his limited-edition prints. Peter has exhibited in over 50 shows in New England and the Midwest. More than 100 reproductions of his work have been made, including over 75 limited edition prints. Peter’s artwork at The Art Place will be on display through August 22, or as long as paintings are available.

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Beekeeping with Athena

By Rosalie Triolo Photos by Athena Contus A love of nature, a childhood science book on beekeeping and the encouragement of a farmer. These things led to an interest in bees by Athena Contus of Athena’s Bees in Center Ossipee.

As Athena describes, “The romance and mystique surrounding the role of a beekeeper, is likened to that of a lion tamer. However, unlike tamed beasts, honeybees are wild animals that have worked side by side with man at their own pace and pleasure, on every continent.�

Honeybees have evolved over millions of years with significant survival skills governed by a powerful will to cooperate with each other for success.

The honeybees used for backyard beekeeping and commercial beekeeping and honey production live in beehive boxes tended by beekeepers. Not native to America, honeybees were brought here from Europe in the 1600s. They came as colonies or “families of bees� each with a Mother Queen.

Coming from Mediterranean roots and raised in California, Athena appreciates the climate differences of New Hampshire. She began to look for bees acclimated to northern New England.

Through research and studies, Athena soon realized she was not the first to be concerned about the differences in bees from northern climates, indicated by their cold weather survival skills which had been ignored in modern day beekeeping. Recently, beekeepers from across the globe, who are now

faced with catastrophic losses, are researching and paying close attention to opportunities which may provide the best possible outcome for their management success of these ancient productive animals.

The practice of beekeeping is about managing bees in beehives. Bee-Lining is the hobby of tracking wild-feral honeybee colonies. These colonies, in the wild, are left alone, since they may represent the hope of the future for this species, which is currently in peril. Although it may be fun to track them, many great discoveries have been made while studying the behavior of the wild honeybees. Also, the wild honeybees choose smaller tree cavities than a beekeeper’s hive, therefore they produce just enough honey for the colony to survive. In a beehive, managed by a beekeeper, boxes can be added to take advantage of the honeybee’s drive to store food to fill the cavity, and so a managed hive will provide much more honey than found in the wild. “Honey varies by nectar,� explains Athena. “There are many varieties of nectar. Spring nectars are usually light in color and tastes, whereas fall honey is often dark and sweet. The darker the honey the higher it is in antioxidants. Not just another sugar, honey is a complex nutritious antibacterial natural sweetener and preservative. The enzymes honeybees incorporate into the nectar and the methods they use in evaporating the moisture out, create a miracle medicinal substance that has been used for centuries. The thickness

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Through Aug. 22, Peter Ferber Exhibit/Sale of New Work, The Art Place, 9 N. Main St., Wolfeboro, 569-6159, www.theartplace.biz.

Aug. 15, Mushroom Foray, 10 am-noon, join the NH Mushroom Company for a walk in the woods to learn about, look for and forage for your own mushrooms, $12 adults, $7 ages 5-17, free 4 & under, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, 476-5900, tickets: www.castleintheclouds.org.

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Aug. 16, Fireworks display, Sandwich, the display ends Sandwich Old Home Week, location/info: www.sandwichnh.org.

Aug. 17, Solar Gazing, noon-4 pm, drop by the field to join the NH Astronomical Society in looking at the sun through a hydrogen alpha telescope, free, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

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Aug. 18, August Shorebirds, 7-8 pm, Zoom program, learn all about shorebirds, Tin Mt. Conservation Center, Albany, info/Zoom: www.tinmountain.org, 447-6991.

Aug. 18, Kona Mountain Bike Series, 3 pm, weekly mt. bike series, fun competition, Great Glen Trails, Gorham, www.greatglentrails.com, 466-3988.

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Aug. 18, NH Humanities Lecture, 7-8 pm, dig into Native history in NH with Robert Goodby, PhD on an exploration of Abenaki history in New England. Free, pre-registration encouraged, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, 476-5900, tickets: www. castleintheclouds.org.

Aug. 18, Story Time Outside, 10:30-11:30 am, for children, stories, songs, rhymes and more, social distancing will be practiced, Conway Public Library, outdoors at Library Park, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, 447-5552.

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Aug. 19, NH’s 52 With a View, 7-8 pm, virtual speaker series, Ken MacGray author of New Hampshire’s 52 With a View – a Hiker’s Guide, discusses hiking, www.squamlakes.org, 968-7336 to register for the Zoom discussion.

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Aug. 19, Votes for Women: A History of the Suffrage Movement, 7 pm, presented

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Aug. 19, Wellness Wednesday: Writing, Another Way of Seeing, 10:30 am-12:30 pm, trek along the Castle’s woodland trails while using journal writing, prose and poetry to help experience the world and our connection to it in a different way, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, 476-5900, tickets: $15 per person at castleintheclouds. org.

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Aug. 19 & 20, Shepley Metcalf with Ron Roy concert, Arts Center at 12 Main St., Center Sandwich, please contact in advance: www.advicetotheplayers.org.

Aug. 20, Castle Close-Up Tour: Spirit of Innovation, 6-7 pm, explore the 1914 technologies and mechanical systems that ran the Lucknow estate and made it a cozy home for its occupants in a one-hour, guided tour. $25 adults, $10 ages 5-17, free age 4 & under, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, 476-5900, tickets: www.castleintheclouds.org.

Aug. 20, Naturalist Led Hike, weekly hike at Jackson Field Station property, 10 amnoon, Tin Mt. Conservation Center, Albany, info: www.tinmountain.org, 447-6991.

Aug. 20, Outdoor Antique and Craft Market, 11 am-4 pm, Clarke Museum Complex, Open 233 S.Daily Main St.,at Wolfeboro, info: pmhodder@gmail.com.

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Androscoggin River Aug. 21, Friday Art Night at ArtWorks Gallery & Fine Crafts, noon-7 pm. Gallery open Mon., Tues. and Thurs., 10 am-2 pm; Sat. & Sun. 10 am-5 pm, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, Route 16www.chocoruaartworks.com.

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Aug. 22, NE Water Ski Championships, 8 am-4 pm, free, Abenaki Water Ski Club, 603-752-6210�

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Aug. 22-23, Mt. Washington Valley August Craft Fair, Schouler Park, 1 Norcross Circle, Rt. 16, N. Conway, Sat. 10 am-5 pm; Sun. 10 am-4 pm, www.joycescraftshows.com.

Aug. 22-23, United States Classic Racing Association’s FIM North American Vintage Championships, NH Motor Speedway, Loudon, info: www.nhms.com.

Aug. 23-24, Moose Festival, many outdoor events, wagon rides, artisans, classic car show and more, Colebrook, info: www.moosefestival.com.

Aug. 24, Solar Gazing, noon-4 pm, drop by the field to join the NH Astronomical Society in looking at the sun through a hydrogen alpha telescope, free, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

Aug. 25, Family Exploration Program: Magnificent Monarchs, 11 am or 1 pm, Tin Mt. Conservation Center, Albany, info/Zoom: www.tinmountain.org, pre-registration is a must: 447-6991.

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Aug. 25, Stargazing with the NH Astronomical Society, 8 pm, bring family and friends to learn about the wonders of the night sky in a talk at the Carriage House, then make your way to the field by Shannon Pond to get a chance to use a telescope to view the stars, constellations, planets, and more! Free, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

1 or 2 hour train rides along the western shore of Lake Winnipesaukee!

Meredith Station: 154 Main St., Meredith, NH Weirs Beach Ticket Booth: 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach, NH

Aug. 25, Story Time Outside, 10:30-11:30 am, for children, stories, songs, rhymes and more, social distancing will be practiced, Conway Public Library, outdoors at Library Park, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, 447-5552.

80-minute train rides along the winding Pemigewasset River!

Hobo Junction Station: 64 Railroad Street, Lincoln, NH

Aug. 26, Wellness Wednesday Walks & Talks, 10 am, free, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

Aug. 26, Wellness Wednesday: Yoga at the Castle, 6-7 pm, join an experienced yoga instructor in a yoga class for all skill levels on the Castle lawn amidst breathtaking lake and mountain views. $15 per person, per class, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

Aug. 26 & 27, The Bakery Band concert, Arts Center at 12 Main St., Center Sandwich, please contact in advance: www.advicetotheplayers.org.

Aug. 18, Naturalist Led Hikes, 10 am-noon, hike at Jackson Field Station, Tin Mt. Conservation Center, Albany, www.tinmountain.org., 447-6991.

Aug. 27 & 29; Sept. 4, 6, 10, 12, Bakersfield Mist, comedy, M&D Playhouse, N. Conway, info/tickets: www.mdplayhouse.com, tickets must be purchased in advance, 7335275.

Aug. 28, Friday Art Night at ArtWorks Gallery & Fine Crafts, noon-7 pm. Gallery open Mon., Tues. and Thurs., 10 am-2 pm; Sat. & Sun. 10 am-5 pm, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, 323-8041, www.chocoruaartworks.com.

Aug. 28 & 30, Sept. 3, 5, 11 & 13, Matt and Ben, comedy, M&D Playhouse, N. Conway, info/tickets: www.mdplayhouse.com, tickets must be purchased in advance, 7335275.

Aug. 30, Sunrise Drive, Mt. Washington Auto Road, opens 4:30 am to see sunrise, drive your own car to the summit, Mt. Washington, www.mt-washington.com.

Aug. 31, Solar Gazing, noon-4 pm, drop by the field to join the NH Astronomical Society in looking at the sun through a hydrogen alpha telescope, free, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

Sept. 1, Music Night, dinner and live music, music 5:30-8:30 pm; dinner 6-8 pm, Castle in the Clouds, patio at Carriage House, Ossipee Mt. Rd., Moultonboro, advance reservations: 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

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Sept. 3, 5, 11 & 13, Matt and Ben, comedy, M&D Playhouse, N. Conway, info/tickets: www.mdplayhouse.com, tickets must be purchased in advance, 733-5275.

Sept. 3-Oct. 8, Salomon Falls Trail Running/Walking Series, run/walk for all ages and abilities, Great Glen Trails, 1 Mt. Washington Auto Rd., Gorham, info: 466-2333, www.greatglentrails.com.

Sept. 4, Children’s Summer Theater – Beauty & the Beast, 5-6 pm, Theater in the Wood, 41 Observatory Way, Intervale, www.believeinbooks.org, 356-9980.

Sept. 4, Friday Art Night at ArtWorks Gallery & Fine Crafts, noon-7 pm. Gallery open Mon., Tues. and Thurs., 10 am-2 pm; Sat. & Sun. 10 am-5 pm, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, 323-8041, www.chocoruaartworks.com.

Sept. 4, Melodies & Munchkins, 10:30-11:15 am, for children, Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, 447-5552.

Sept. 4-6, Plein Air Painting in White Mts. with David Lussier, 9 am - 4 pm, held outdoors for social distancing, wear masks, Jackson Art Studio & Gallery, Jackson, pre-register: jacksonartnh.com, 387-3463.

Sept. 4, 6, 10, 12, Bakersfield Mist, comedy, M&D Playhouse, N. Conway, info/tickets: www.mdplayhouse.com, tickets must be purchased in advance, 733-5275.

Sept. 5 & 6, Gunstock Labor Day Weekend Craft Fair, wide variety of vendors selling handmade products, Sat. & Sun. 10 am-5 pm; Gunstock Mt. Resort, 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Rt. 11A, Gilford, www.joycescraftshows.com.

Sept. 6, Mushroom Foray, 10 am-noon, join the NH Mushroom Company for a walk in the woods to learn about, look for and forage for your own mushrooms! $12 adults, $7 ages 5-17, free 4 & under, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, 476-5900, tickets: www.castleintheclouds.org Sept. 8-10, Oil en Plein Air 3-Day Workshop, 9 am-4 pm, instructor William Cloutman from Marblehead, MA, paint at White Mt. locations, ArtWorks Gallery & Fine Crafts, 132 White Mt. Highway, Chocorua, info: 323-8041, www.ChocoruaArtWorks.com.

Sept. 9, Wellness Wednesday: Yoga at the Castle, 6-7 pm, join an experienced yoga instructor in a yoga class for all skill levels on the Castle lawn amidst breathtaking lake and mountain views. $15 per person, per class, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

Sept. 10, Castle Close-Up: Exploring the Interiors, 6-7 pm, intimate, one-hour guided tour to survey the Plants’ furnishings and artwork, and discuss how the pieces might reflect Tom and Olive’s lifestyle, tastes, and personalities. $25 adults, $10 ages 5-17, free age 4 & under, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, 476-5900, tickets: www. castleintheclouds.org.

Sept. 10, I Can’t Die But Once - Harriet Tubman’s Civil War, 6:30 pm, Wolfeboro Public Library, 259 S. Main St., Wolfeboro, 569-2428.

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Blessed Bargains and the Farmington Food Pantry The First Congregational Church in Farmington reminds bargain hunters that the Blessed Bargains Thrift Shop is open. All are welcome to shop for beautiful clothes for adults and children, toys for the kids and household items at Blessed Bargain prices. All proceeds will benefit the work of the First Congregational Church.

Due to COVID-19, these requirements will need to be followed: 1: Everyone must wear a mask 2: Maintain Social Distancing

3: The number of people in the store at one time will be limited The Interfaith Food Pantry also is open. The pantry is located at The First Congregational Church, 400 Main Street in downtown Farmington. Please maintain social distancing while waiting to enter the building and while getting your food.

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Basement Tours Open at Castle in the Clouds Castle in the Clouds in Moultonborough is once again holding Basement Tours. Originally delayed this season due to the coronavirus pandemic, Castle in the Clouds is opening up the special tour to limited audiences four times a day.

The 45-minute guided tour will be offered at 11 am, noon, 1:30 pm and 2:30 pm daily, and will cover the highlights of the Castle’s unique state-of-the-art 1914 construction, the ultra-modern appliances and amenities enjoyed by owners Tom and Olive Plant, and a glimpse into the lives of the servants who helped run and manage the Lucknow Estate in the 1910s and 1920s.

Guests will see first-hand the mechanisms that powered the modern day systems of the estate, such as ammonia-brine refrigeration and central vacuum systems, as well as technologies and features that exist only in the basement.

Tickets for basement tours must be purchased in person on the day of your tour and are sold as either a bundle with tickets to tour the main house or as a stand-

alone tour. As a member benefit, Castle in the Clouds members may tour the basement for a discounted price of $10.

Other pandemic related adjustments to the Castle’s operating plans include implementing a program of enhanced cleaning and sanitation of high-touch surfaces, using timed tickets to control the number of guests inside the mansion, and a requirement that visitors and staff members wear face coverings while inside buildings or in close proximity to one another. The regular entry along the historic estate road is closed to vehicles, but accessible to the public as a hiking trail; all guests should enter the property through the Ossipee Park Road entrance.

Castle in the Clouds is owned and operated by the Castle Preservation Society, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to preserve, interpret, and share the buildings and landscape of Castle in the Clouds as a cultural resource for the benefit of the public.

For more information about the Castle and to plan your visit, call 603-476-5900 or visit castleintheclouds.org.

• Bees continued from page 5 deep a neck for the honeybee’s tongue.

Those plants rely on other pollinators with longer tongues like the bumble bee. Mostly native to North America, bumble bees are solitary creatures, quite different from the honeybee.

Differing from the bumble bee, the honeybee lives in a colony supported by her mother, sisters, and brothers.

There are thousands of female honeybees in a colony, all sisters of the same mother Queen and there is only one Queen. Ten percent of a colony is male, brothers. However, they do not work. Mother queen lays the eggs after one mating cycle with several males or “drones.”

Interestingly, as Athena brought up the differences between Northern and Southern honeybees, she also mentioned, “Honeybees from different parts of the world have different cultures and communicate differently.

And here in New Hampshire, honeybees have only 5.5 months of blooming flowers on which to feed. Beekeepers in Northern New England have somewhat of an advantage and a great opportunity to raise healthy bees because of their distance from industrial agriculture and the strength against disease and parasites demonstrated by these acclimated colonies.”

Athena refers to the research of long-time New England beekeeper, Dr. Thomas Seeley, the Horace White Professor in Biology at Cornell University’s Department of Neurobiology and Behavior, teaching courses on animal behavior. He has done extensive research on the behavior and social life of honeybees as published in his books, Honeybee Ecology (1985), Wisdom of

the Hive (1995), and Honeybee Democracy (2020).

Athena has a great love of nature and relates the story of how she got started. “As my mom’s health was failing, we noticed she had gathered into boxes around her bed, items of sentimental value from the childhoods of each of us nine kids, as well as her seven grandchildren. What she saved from my childhood was a small science book on beekeeping. I wore it out and was embarrassed to take it back to school. At the time of her passing, I worked for a farmer who was a beekeeper. He offered to help me get started in exchange for my website design services. Since I had been enjoying the many bumble bees in our yard, I decided to learn.”

During her 13 years as a beekeeper in Wonalancet, New Hampshire, Athena remarks on a wonderful experience she had for many years with several old northern colonies which she acquired from a retired beekeeper, who started with them back in the 1960s. “Later,” she says, “since there were no local clubs at the time, I started a beekeeping supply shop with a teaching apiary of four colonies of bees in Center Ossipee.” Athena also wanted to provide some locally made hive components for area beekeepers. She now teaches a winter course on beekeeping through Carroll County Adult Education and can be found year-round selling her honey and hive products at the Tamworth Farmers Market.

From her blog, athenasbees.blogspot.com, you can read her take on subjects such as, “What is a Beekeeper?”

“My Beehive Set Up” and “What is a Beehive & Where Do Its Bees Come From?”

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Fabulous Steaks on the Grill

By Chef Kelly Ross Today’s theme is a favorite of many and that is some great steak and beef recipes. I love just about all foods, but let’s be serious, when it comes to a great steak off the grill, many of us get weak in the knees at the thought of a juicy, medium rare steak with a nice crispyon-the-outside grilled beef. I will share thoughts on a few cuts of beef with different marinades, seasonings and compound butters to turn a high-end cut or low-end cut into something outstanding.

First and foremost, there are a few tidbits of information to know when grilling beef or steaks. For starters, the thicker the cut, the better off you will be creating the perfect steak. For the majority of the steak eating crowd, medium rare on the inside with a real nice char on the outside is the perfect combo. Granted, not everyone likes steak cooked medium rare, but it’s generally safe to say we all love a great char on the steaks.

Some of what I am about to share isn’t rocket science, although the recipes may be new to you. One idea that goes against the steak mentality I just raved about is the theory of using the “Reversed Sear” approach of grilling.

Until I actually tried it myself, I never believed it would be as great as advertised.

I’m going to start off with a reversed seared steak. This mentality will not give you the heavy char flavor on the outside, but it will arguably give you the

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most evenly cooked steak you have ever had. As much as I love my steaks rare to medium rare, sometimes the steak doesn’t always cook evenly depending on hot spots on the grill. I have had many great medium rare steaks that are more like a medium-well temp on the ends or thinner parts of the steak. A reversed seared steak takes as much as an hour to cook so it’s not what you want if you are in a hurry, but bear with me as I describe the process. You can treat this as any other steak as far as spices, rubs, and/or marinades and sauces. For the sake of keeping this simple, here is the basic process of reverse searing.

Reverse searing is all about cooking the steak for an extended period of time on a low indirect heat (for about 45 minutes), taking the steaks off the grill, cranking the heat, and then grilling on a hot grill for about 1 ½ minutes on each side, and yanking it off the grill. The whole idea about reverse searing is to cook a steak based on temperature and not time. After about 3 minutes on the hot grill, let the steaks sit for 10 minutes and serve. Don’t get me wrong, the first time I heard of this I thought I was being “punked”, but truth be told, these steaks were so evenly cooked, extremely tender, and more importantly, very delicious. Like most grilled steaks, I pull them from refrigeration about an hour prior to grilling and immediately season with sea salt and fresh grind pepper. If you haven’t cooked on an indirect heat before, turn one side of the grill to 250 degrees and leave the other side off. You will want a very accurate thermometer, preferably an infrared version which works like a charm when grilling, and when cooking in the oven as well. Once one side of the grill is at 250 degrees, place the seasoned steaks

on the cool side, although make sure the grates are oiled, and close the lid.

You want the steaks to reach an internal temp of 125 degrees. Once close to 125 degrees, crank the heat on the other side while pulling the steaks off the grill.

Move the steaks to the hot grill, keeping the grill lid open. Flip them after 1 ½ minutes and yank them off once the thermometer reaches your desired temp.

Again, sauce them or marinate them if needed, or what I do for almost any steak I cook, I make a big ‘ole pile of caramelized onions to cover my steak.

Regardless, I strongly suggest giving this approach an attempt. I know many friends who will only cook their steaks this way. It does make for a very good, although different, steak. Remember though, keep the steaks thick when doing so and for this style of cooking, use a top quality cut, such as a NY sirloin or a rib eye.

Let’s go from one extreme to the next with a stuffed and rolled flank steak with wonderful deliciousness on the inside and out. Flank is a great versatile cut of beef that works wonders in so many ways, and this version is as good as it gets. This has an Asian flare as it has the great flavors of fresh ginger and teriyaki and when this thin cut of beef is rolled up and grilled, we get the ultimate with a great outer crust and flavor and the inside just as tasty.

Grilled Stuffed Teriyaki Flank Steak (Negamaki) Negimaki is a very popular Japanese appetizer, although it works very well as the main course. Using a 2-3 lb flank steak, you can either butterfly it where it is at its thickest, or pound it with a meat tenderizer to make it easier to roll. Once stuffed with simple items that don’t make the rolling difficult at all, you tie it in twine and sometimes use wooden skewers to secure it well while cooking on the grill. We start by cooking the beef over the hot grill to build an outer crust which helps keep the stuffing from leaking out. In the opposite mentality of the last recipe, once the outer crust has been formed, it gets moved to the other side of the grill on a low-medium heat • Cook Out continued on page 11

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Pop in a chopped scallion or two to see if it is ready. While heating, combine the scallions, ginger and salt in a stainless-steel bowl. Once the oil is hot enough, pour the oil over the ginger/ scallion mix in the stainless bowl. It will sizzle for a few seconds, but let it go as well as letting it cool after giving it a few stirs to well mix.

While the oil hangs out with the ginger/scallions, lay the skirt steak on a cutting board with the grain running parallel to the edge of the counter. With a sharp knife, butterfly the skirt as best as you can. Watch a how-to video on You Tube if you aren’t sure. It only takes a few minutes. The ultimate goal is to get the skirt steak to about ¼ to ½ inch in thickness throughout with the steak somewhat resulting into the shape of a triangle. Any pieces of beef trimmed off should be saved for future use, as in a soup or maybe a stir fry. Season the exposed steak side with salt and pepper and brush with teriyaki glaze. Spill the ginger/scallion concoction over the beef, leaving a 1-inch border on the top and bottom. Carefully roll, starting at the narrow end of the triangle, tightly in the direction of the wide end, rolling away from you so you have a long rolled stuffed skirt steak as an end result. Wrap the stuffed roast in cooking twine or thread and do so about every 1 ½ inches or so. Make sure the twine is tied very tightly as you will be slicing this soon and you need the slices to

hold together. I sometimes use metal or wooden skewers to pierce through each tie of twine to help secure it. Lather the roast generously with the teriyaki glaze.

On a hot oiled grill, put the roast down.

Cook for about 3-5 minutes on each side to lightly char it on all sides. Use a pan of sorts if needed to keep it standing up when on its sides. Once all sides are charred somewhat, pull off the grill and let it rest for 10 minutes. On a cutting board with a very sharp knife, carefully cut between each twine so each slice has a tie of twine still tied around it. Brush one side of each pinwheel and pop them on the grill, sauce side down, and cook for about 3 minutes. Brush the top sides of them and carefully turn them all over and cook for another 3 minutes. Turn the heat down to low and start temping them, ideally with an infrared thermometer. As I say often, I always recommend a good medium rare and place them all on a platter. Top with more sauce and diced scallions and serve. As fun a dish as it is delicious!

So the last 2 recipes were a little labor intensive, but these last two are as simple as can be, but certainly do not skimp on the flavor as a result. This hunk of beef is for the garlic lover, so let’s get at it. This recipe is for 4 eaters and multiplying the recipe is easy.

Garlic Steak 1 bunch fresh parsley, finely chopped 2 cups olive oil ¼ cup fresh lime juice 8 cloves garlic, chopped 1 tsp salt ½ tbsp fresh grind black pepper 4 rib eye, or NY sirloins, 12 oz each In a food processor, combine all ingredients except the beef and pulse repeatedly until well combined. Pour ½ cup to reserve for later. Stab the steaks with a needler tenderizer, put them in a shallow pan, single layer, and pour the remaining marinade over the steaks in the pan and flip them a couple of times so both sides are marinated. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Once

ready to grill, oil it well and turn the heat up to medium high. Place the steaks on the grill on a diagonal fashion for 2-3 minutes, spin them 45 degrees to give them great diamond markings, and 2-3 minutes later, flip them over and cook for another 3+ minutes to get a good medium rare. Let them sit on a pan for 4-5 minutes, move them to a platter and top the steaks with the reserved marinade.

Today’s last grilled steak recipe is one with a little Mexican flare. It’s unbelievably simple and once again, the marinade is basically pre-made and it’s absolutely delicious. We add a couple of fresh spices and you have yourself something good to fill and warm the tummy and help turn any day into Cinco De Mayo. This only contains 7 easy ingredients and goes together in record time, other than the marinating process.

This contains a compound butter that will be great for future uses as well. Reduce the recipe to 25% of the last 3 ingredients if you want to use just for this recipe, but if you like cilantro and spice, make the whole recipe to save you steps down the line.

Sizzlin’ Margarita Steak 12 oz can of frozen margarita mix 4 NY sirloins or rib eyes, ¾-1 inch thick Coarse fresh grind black pepper 1 tsp kosher salt 1 lb salted butter, room temperature 6 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped (be careful when handling peppers)

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Once done, season with the kosher salt and slice about a ½ inch coin of butter for each steak, unwrap the plastic and put a coin on top of each hunk of beef.

The butter adds some great and spicy southwestern zing and flavor that will not be soon forgotten.

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Yester year

Lovely Lake Wentworth

By Kathi Caldwell-Hopper The lake was so beautiful it lured one of the most famous New Englanders of the 1700s: Governor John Wentworth.

The Royal Governor built a dazzling summer home on the shores of Lake Wentworth not far from downtown Wolfeboro (although at that time, there was not much settlement in the town).

Before the Governor’s time, the area was indeed uninhabited. That did not mean, however, that Native Americans were unfamiliar with the area. Along what is today the Main Street of Wolfeboro, there once ran an important trail linking from the east and west between today’s Fryeburg, Maine and Concord.

NH. The trail also linked Canada and south central New England. Small groups of native people lived around the Lakes Region and traveled the trail for trading with other groups.

By the time Governor Wentworth arrived on the scene, there was the beginning of settlement in the area. The Governor must have loved the lake, because he chose to build his summer home on the shores of what would become known as Lake Wentworth. The shore of his property was along about a twomile stretch. At the landing, supplies for the mansion came from the seacoast

area or Boston. The bustling property had a sawmill and barns for cattle. The Governor often entertained for weeks at a time, bringing important dignitaries from all over New England and perhaps Europe to rural NH. It is said that Frances, the Governor’s wife, had a favorite picnic spot atop nearby Mount Delight. On this hill, many years in the future, Camp Birchmont would be born.

Although she entertained often when in NH, Frances was said to dislike the

country and found it isolating and boring. Frances would not have to endure the country life for long; the family fled America and settled in England during the Revolutionary War. The estate on Lake Wentworth was put up for public auction in 1780. The 67 acres of land included the mansion and all its furnishings. It passed through various owners over the years and was razed by fire in 1820. In 1933, landowner Lawrence S. Mayo gave 100 acres and the site where the mansion

had stood to the state of NH. The Works Progress Administration restored the cellar walls of the former mansion and had the land cleared.

Elsewhere on Lake Wentworth, the Point Breeze Camp was among the oldest on the lake and a casino at one time entertained vacationers at the Point of Pines area. Not far away, the Crescent Lake Land & Livestock Company was in business for a time.

On Lake Wentworth’s Kenney Shore, another business venture did quite well.

In the winter, ice was cut from the lake and shipped by the ton to Boston where it could be sold to restaurants and private households.

There are about 18 islands on the lake: Stamp Act Island, Bass Island, Cate Island, Mink Island, Goose Island, East and West Jockey Cap Islands, Triggs Island, Turtle Island, Fanny Island, Brummet Island, and a group known as the Seven Sisters Islands: Sister Island, Poplar Island, Loon Island, Flo Island, Wall Island, Min Island, and Joe Island.

Poplar Island belonged to C.B. Edgerly and J.M. Cate until 1881 when Rev. F.H. Spear purchased it in 1910. Spear • Yesteryear continued on page 13

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Lots Happening at Tin Mountain!

Whether in-person or online via Zoom, Tin Mountain Conservation Center in Albany has some great programs for late summer.

An online program called August Shorebirds will take place on Tuesday, August 18 at 7 pm. Shorebirds begin migrating south in late June, with the peak occurring in New England around the third week of August. The discussion will include migration routes, key habitats and field marks for easier identification of common species. While Tin Mountain will not be leading a field program to the coast this year, the talk will be of the hot spots you can check on your own if you would like. Led by Will Broussard, the Zoom link will be posted at www.tinmountain.org.

The Saturn & Stars Astronomy Field Program will take place on Saturday, August 22 from 8-9:30 pm with rain dates of August 23 or 24. See the rings of Saturn, and join teacher-naturalist Matt Maloney for an introduction to the late summer night sky. Utilizing a telescope and laser pointer, you will look at the amazing rings on Saturn, see the crescent moon as it sets and navigate through the celestial dome by learning the late sum• Yesteryear continued from page 12 erected a boathouse on the island.

Sister Island was originally owned by Daniel “Old Dan” Kimball. He built a small cabin in the middle of the island where he stayed in the summer. Sister Island at one time was called Wakefield Island after John F. Wakefield, who set up a system of buoys with the help of an island guide.

Loon Island was home to the Estes Hotel, which was run by John Estes.

The hotel must have been a thriving place, because it was once known for its parties!

The second largest island on Lake Wentworth is Triggs Island, named for a family that owned the property for years. It was also known as Minister’s Island because of the large number of clergymen who summered there. The island was sold to Thomas W. Clow in 1904. He then sold the island to three Methodist ministers. The ministers had five cottages built on the island, but sold a house on their land on the condition that the new owners not drink alcoholic beverages on the island. Triggs offered electricity from an underwater tube with multiple wires running through it.

Stamp Act Island has an interesting history; Governor John Wentworth once owned it. The Governor was influential in repealing Britain’s Stamp Act, and although he was a loyal British subject, even locals who supported the Revolution liked him. (This was probably because Wentworth moved to repeal the British Stamp Act.) It was because of his support that the lake was named for him.

In 1975 the Lake Wentworth Association became aware of and concerned about the island’s potential for development. They knew the rich land could well be the site of house lots and development. The Association asked the Nature Conservancy to help protect the

An image from the upcoming Saturn & Stars Astronomy Field Program at Tin Mountain.

mer constellations. All of this will take place at Tin Mountain’s beautiful hilltop location at the conservation property in Jackson, with the evening silhouette of Mt. Washington as the backdrop. Matt will also tell some of the stories behind the names of the constellations and share how observing the stars of the zodiac helps track the earth’s journey around the sun. Join the fun, star-filled evening.

Space is limited; call 603-447-6991 or email info@tinmountain.org to reserve your space. There will be a $5 donation for non-members.

Monarch Conservation: All Hands island. At the time, Mrs. Virginia Davenport owned the majority of the island.

She was planning to sell the island and agreed to give the Lake Wentworth Association time to raise the necessary money to purchase the island.

The Nature Conservancy recognized the abundant wildlife on the island, including a heron rookery. In 1975, the Conservancy was able to buy the entire island from Mrs. Davenport and a second landowner, Mrs. Maude Cate.

Loons and other waterfowl live in the surrounding waters while the island’s interior supports a rare swamp. The island has about 100 acres of land and is around 4,000 feet long and about 1,200 feet wide at its broadest point.

Governor Wentworth’s brother, Thomas Wentworth and another man, Joshua Brackett, originally owned the area that would become Pleasant Valley.

About 150 to 200 years ago, a large settlement formed in this area. It was originally known as Racoonborough, but in 1900 a traveling minister, not liking the raccoon name, dubbed it Pleasant Valley.

On Lake Wentworth, Baptists held meetings on Jesse Whitten’s farm property. The land was first settled in 1788 and there was a clay pit and kiln, very helpful to those who were living in the area.

The Lake Wentworth Association was formed about 1930 by a group of campers who wanted to protect their property. They also wanted to improve lake navigation, conserve the waterways and land and the wildlife.

Lake Wentworth’s long history includes Native Americans, a Royal Governor, ministers, campers, nature lovers and many others. When traveling around the shores, it is easy to see why so many people, from humble cottagers to Governor Wentworth, were drawn to the lovely lake.

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Act. Key threats to the species include loss of overwintering habitat in Mexico, loss of breeding habitat in the US and Canada, climate change, and disease.

New Hampshire is one of the any states across the species range to include the Monarch in their state wildlife action plan as a species of greatest conservation need. Monarchs represent one of the largest conservation efforts ever for a single species and there are many ways for individuals, communities, and conservation organizations to get involved.

This workshop will explore monarch ecology and life cycles, information on conservation actions for monarchs and other pollinators, and an introduction to citizen science programs to help monitor the species.

Visit www.tinmountain.org the week of the program for the Zoom link.

Fungi Foraging Workshops Join Moose Mountain Regional Greenways and the Merrymeeting Lake Association for a new Fungi Foraging and Identification workshop. There will be two sessions, both on Saturday, August 29. Attendees are welcome to sign up for either the morning session from 10 am to noon, or the afternoon session from 12:30 to 2:30 pm. Both sessions will be led by esteemed environmental conservationist, Dr. Rick Van de Poll.

A New Hampshire native, Dr. Van de Poll will bring his decades of experience to workshop attendees. His mycology work includes the documentation of over 1,600 mushrooms in New Hampshire alone, including a number of undescribed species. He has taught mycology at both Antioch New England and Plymouth State University, and has given dozens of similar walks and workshops on the identification and foraging of diverse fungi species.

Participants will benefit from Dr. Van de Poll’s extensive knowledge during these two-hour workshops, and will have the opportunity to enjoy a guided exploration of the Merrymeeting Lake property’s native mushroom species. These workshops have been developed to be as hands-on as possible and will include a field foray and follow-up discussion.

Moose Mountain Regional Greenways and the Merrymeeting Lake Association

are committed to offering safe outdoor activities during COVID-19. Participants are required to wear masks and to practice proper social distancing. The event is open to adults only and registration cost is $15.00 per person. Space is limited to 15 people per group — spots will fill quickly, so register soon. Please contact Kari Lygren at mmrgnh@gmail. com for more information and to sign up.

Moose Mountains Regional Greenways was founded in 2000 by conservation commissioners and planning board members from towns in our service area.

Today, MMRG serves seven member communities: Brookfield, Farmington, Middleton, Milton, New Durham, Wakefield, and Wolfeboro, by conserving land, providing technical support to towns, freely distributing information through workshops and reports, and offering opportunities to all ages to learn about the natural world. In 2013, the organization began holding conservation easements.

The Merrymeeting Lake Association (MMLA) exists to help preserve the Merrymeeting Lake watershed and water quality, to stimulate participation in the New Durham community, and to encourage an active and fun community among lake residents.

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NH Outside with Emma What is eating my dogwood leaves?

By Emma Erler One of the most common pests of dogwood in New Hampshire is the dogwood sawfly. Adult sawflies are non-stinging, wasp-like insects that usually go unnoticed in the garden.

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Immature sawfly larvae look very much like caterpillars, but they have a few distinct differences. Sawfly larvae have six to eight pairs of prolegs (the rear legs attached to the abdomen of the insect), while caterpillars only have two to five.

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Dogwood sawflies can create significant defoliation, largely because they feed in groups. It is typical for a dozen or more larvae to collectively munch on the same leaf. Despite this gregarious behavior, they often go undetected because they do most of their feeding on the undersides of dogwood leaves.

Thus, it’s important to always check beneath leaves if you suspect that insects might be feeding on a plant. Unchecked, heavy populations of dogwood sawflies can cause significant defoliation.

Identification & Lifecycle Adult dogwood sawflies emerge from late May through July and lay eggs on dogwood leaves. As the eggs hatch, the larvae feed on foliage between July and September. Dogwood sawflies go through several stages of development, or instars, before they molt into adults.

In the second life stage, the larvae appear white and slightly fuzzy due to a waxy material they exude. When they aren’t actively feeding, the larvae will curl up on themselves and look like bird droppings at a quick glance. As the larvae continue to develop, they lose their white coating and become greenish-yellow with black spots. By the time they are fully mature, dogwood sawfly larvae are about an inch long.

Control Since sawflies can cause significant aesthetic damage and have the potential to reduce plant vigor if left unchecked, monitoring for them in the spring is essential. Small numbers of dogwood sawflies can be hand-picked from leaves and either squished or drowned in a bucket of soapy water. Heavier in-

festations may warrant the application of a low-impact, registered insecticide such as insecticidal soap, horticultural oil or spinosad. The key to success with these products is getting good spray coverage on the undersides of dogwood leaves where sawfly larvae prefer to feed. One low-impact insecticide that does not work is Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt), a product that specifically kills moth and butterfly caterpillars. Many residual contact insecticides are also labelled for sawflies but have a greater impact on beneficial insects.

Insecticides tend to be most effective against young, small larvae that are half their full-grown size or less. Large larvae that are nearing maturity aren’t very susceptible to insecticides and should be hand-picked instead.

When working around dogwoods, it is a good idea to wear gloves and long sleeves because the leaves of some species, such as blood-twig dogwood, can give gardeners an itchy rash. Whether hand-picking larvae or spraying, keep your skin covered to avoid brushing up against foliage.

(Courtesy of UNH Extension, Ask UNH Extension. The UNH Extension staff is knowledgeable about a number of topics, from gardening to food preservation and more. Information is reprinted with permission of UNH Extension. Got questions? The Ask UNH Extension Infoline offers practical help finding answers for your home, yard, and garden question. Call toll free at 1-877-398-4769, Monday to Friday, 9 am to 2 pm or e-mail answers@unh. edu.)

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NH’s dry summer has elevated wildfire risk With all of New Hampshire experiencing abnormally dry or moderate drought conditions, the N.H. Forest Protection Bureau and the N.H. Fire Marshall’s Office are asking all residents and visitors to New Hampshire to pay extra attention to how their summertime activities might unintentionally start a wildfire.

Ninety percent of wildfires in New Hampshire are caused by human factors, including campfires, unattended cooking fires and fireworks. The state experiences 200 wildfires on average each year, with a total of 200 to 250 acres impacted.

Dry conditions throughout the region have increased the quantity of available fuels that can easily ignite and quickly become a wildfire. A single ember from a campfire or an errant spark from fireworks landing on dried grass, leaves or other combustible items can ignite and become a wildfire that results in property damage, personal injury or even loss of life.

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Silver Lake Resident Wins Award for Exemplary Lakes Stewardship Ted Kramer, resident and long-time steward of Silver Lake in Madison, New Hampshire, was recently awarded the 2020 John F. Morten Award for Exemplary Lake Stewardship. On July 18, Stu Lord, NH LAKES Board Chair, along with Tom O’Brien, President of NH LAKES, presented the prestigious award to Ted at the Silver Lake Association of Madison annual meeting.

In September 2002, a special award was created in honor of the late John F. Morten (1914-1989). It was Mr. Morten’s lifelong work, giving generously of his time, talents, and financial resources to help protect New Hampshire’s lakes and ponds that he loved so much. He was a person who made things happen—an out-of-the box thinker, leader, and activist who was organized, determined, and persistent in the achievement of any task. It is in tribute to his vision, dedication, and commitment that NH LAKES established the John F. Morten Memorial Award for Exemplary Lakes Stewardship.

“Ted’s motto is ‘engagement is essential and together we can do more!’

This is what Ted does every day for the lake community—locally at Silver Lake and statewide for all New Hampshire’s lakes,” explained Stu Lord. “Ted’s values, and commitment, serve as a model of exemplary lake stewardship for all.

He unselfishly gives of his time and treasure to protect New Hampshire’s

lakes—and encourages others to do the same.”

Ted has provided over two decades of exemplary service to New Hampshire’s lakes, including his local lake. Between 2000 and 2010, he served in a variety of leadership positions with NH LAKES, including serving as board chair, and, today he continues to serve the organization at the committee level. He’s equally involved in his local lake health organization, currently serving as president of the Silver Lake Association, and initiating, coordinating, and participating in routine water quality monitoring and invasive species prevention programs.

NH LAKES President, Tom O’Brien, had this to say, “Ted is most deserving of this award. Our selection committee was unanimous in its sentiments that he should have received it years ago.”

For a listing of previous Morten Award recipients, visit nhlakes.org/ awards.

NH LAKES is the only statewide, member-supported nonprofit organization working to ensure that our lakes remain clean and healthy, now and in the future. The organization works with partners, promotes clean water policies and responsible use, and inspires the public to care for our lakes.

For more information, visit nhlakes. org, email info@nhalkes.org, or call 603-226-0299.

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