The EPA’s “SepticSmart” Recommendations
SepticSmart Week was September 15-19. For more info, go to epa.gov/septic.
LLSPA Receives Commendation from Governor Ayotte
On August 13, 2025, at the Executive Council meeting at Mt. Sunapee Resort, the Little Lake Sunapee Protective Association received a commendation from Governor Kelly Ayotte for its stewardship of Little Lake Sunapee. The commendation recognizes our Association’s efforts to protect water quality, prevent the spread of invasive species, and promote responsible land management.
LLSPA Board Members pictured are Cynthia Kelsey, Kathy Thomas, Deb Hoover, Nancy Girald, Sally Barker, and Rich Badmington
2025 Annual Meeting:
Celebrating 55 Years of Protecting Our Lake
On July 19, 2025, the Little Lake Sunapee Protective Association held its 55th anniversary celebration and annual meeting in the Phillips Barn at the New London Historical Society. In her opening remarks, President Deb Hoover saluted our 80 volunteers, stating that the monitoring of water quality and invasive species is at the heart of our volunteer program. She gave a special thanks to boat launch trash warrior Dale Conly and retiring board member Bill McCormick for helping to lead membership development and website enhancements, among other projects. Deb also urged all 170 members to get educated about the threats to our lake and stay engaged with the lake as a steward in whatever way they can. There is no denying that we are up against many challenges including climate change, fewer public resources, invasive species threats, and cyanobacteria blooms.
Thanks to all who attended the annual meeting–the turnout was excellent! We’d like to extend a special thank you to Andrea LaMoreaux, NH LAKES President and Policy Advocate, for sharing top ways to make Little Lake Sunapee more resilient to Mother Nature and us!
If you’re interested in joining the ranks of our volunteers or becoming a member, just click the JOIN US button.
Lake Hosting Report 7-19-2025
Invasive Watch Report 7-19-2025
Fragile Shoreline Report 7-19-2025
For details about past annual meetings, click here.
Being a Smarter Salter
Snowstorms prompt us to apply salt to outdoor surfaces. During the winter months, by gradually reducing the amount of salt you apply, you will be lowering the adverse impact it has on the lake we all love.
Please think about decreasing the use of salt, and even consider deploying the alternative practices outlined below.
The amount of salt distributed all around us is significant and collectively in amounts that place the current and future quality of our watershed in jeopardy. Our individual and collective efforts can help to turn the tide and ensure the vitality of our lake for the future.
Thank you for considering and exploring alternatives to salting.
During the winter, the lake may look to be completely frozen after a few weeks of freezing and thawing. BUT – ALWAYS be sure it is safe to support the weight that you and your party bring to the ice.
Harmful Algal Blooms
Article from the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services on harmful algal blooms available at the following link, https://www.des.nh.gov/water/healthy-swimming/harmful-algal-blooms
Best Practices Using Bubblers and Dock De-Icers on the Lake
During the winter months, the safety of all who recreate on the ice is our highest priority. If you need a bubbler to protect your dock or boat house, please heed the information and advice in the link below. If used incorrectly, these devices may cause the ice to thin out and create a hazardous set of circumstances for those who may be out there for activity and enjoyment. Thank you to LSPA for this article.
https://www.lakesunapee.org/dock-deicers
Save the date for the
next Annual Meeting:
Saturday July 11, 2026 at 4 pm
Members and Friends are invited to attend
the 2026 Annual Meeting
at the New London Historical Society (Phillips Barn)
A social hour will follow the meeting. Kindly bring a finger appetizer to share. Beverages provided.
