The Bassing of New Hampshire
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The Bassing of New Hampshire
Before the Civil War bass did not exist in New Hampshire. Historian and author
Jack Noon provides his account of how smallmouth and largemouth bass over the
course of about 125 years were introduced into the state's waters and how the
Granite State's bass -- and bass fishermen -- have been faring ever since.
Author of The Bassing of New Hampshire (Moose Country Press, 1999) and
Fishing in New Hampshire (Moose Country Press, 2003) Noon takes viewers
on a stroll through New Hampshire's bass history -- from their introduction
in the 1850s, to their influence on the tourism industry in the early 20th century,
to their current status as established, self-sustaining fish populations. Along
the way, Wildlife Journal joins the author in pursuit of these aggressive,
popular game fish.
Wild
Ways: Owls of New Hampshire
Who-cooks-for-you? Who-cooks-for-you-all? Dave Erler of the Squam Lakes
Natural Science Center gives a hoot -- demonstrating owl calls for Lisa, who's
learning more about New Hampshire's owls and their habitats. Meet a barred owl,
a great horned owl, and a tiny saw whet owl... learn why they are such great
hunters, and whether they can really rotate their heads all the way around!
Picturing the Watershed
Science students at Souhegan High School in Amherst, N.H. are learning about
their surroundings using cutting-edge technology known as GIS -- short for Geographic
Information Systems. In an effort to better understand the important water and
wildlife resources in their local watershed, the students spend time afield,
often knee-deep in the Souhegan River, gathering data and plotting their findings
on a multi-layer map. As they gather information about fish and wildlife species,
water quality, pollution and other watershed components, the students are learning
about what it takes to maintain healthy natural resources, and how they can
contribute to conservation stewardship in their community.
Wild
Places: Urban Forestry Center
An oasis of green may be unexpected in a well-developed city -- but trees and
plants are an integral part of an urban area's aesthetic and environmental well-being.
In Portsmouth, N.H., the Urban Forestry Center's 180 acres contain a tree farm,
wildlife sanctuary, and learning center, where community members can experience
forests firsthand and learn about the value and multiple benefits of trees.
The Urban Forestry Center offers many areas for visitors to explore, including
tree plantations, an arboretum, and a self-guided trail system through scenic
woodlands. Field trips, historical programs, and hands-on activities are conducted
throughout the year. Click
here for information and directions.
