Admission Details
Planning your Summer Cut Flower Garden with Spring Ledge Farm - Thursday, April 16, 4:00pm-6:00pm: Spring Ledge Farm’s Allison Doboroski will give tips and talk about favorite cut flower varieties, planning a garden plot and answer those perennial questions about cut flower growing at home. Plan your cut flower garden to give you blooms for the whole summer long! Meets in the Gatehouse.
Sustainable Lawncare - Practical Organic Methods for Homeowners - Saturday, May 23, 10:00am–11:00am: Learn practical, do-it-yourself approaches to organic lawncare that help homeowners build healthier, more sustainable lawns. Topics will include how and why to conduct soil testing, how to interpret basic results, simple practices such as proper mowing, compost use, overseeding, and natural fertilization methods that support long-term turf health. The lecture will also explore the importance of soil health, and soil structure and how these factors contribute to creating a more resilient, low-input lawn and soil system. Meets in the Pavilion.
What Your Weeds Are Trying to Tell You with Emma Erler - Thursday, June 11, 4:00pm-5:00pm: Like any other cultivated garden plant, weeds have preferred growing conditions, some of which are better for certain species than others. Although some weeds will grow across several different soil and light conditions, if you look at the overall species composition, you can gain a pretty good understanding of the growing environment in a lawn or garden. Join Emma Erler, Lead Horticulturist at Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, to learn about weeds, know more about your garden soil, understand the amendments to add, and how to select which plants to grow.
The Hay Family Landscape Legacy: Incidental Interactions of Man and Nature - A Presentation by Lucinda Brockway - Thursday, June 25, 3:00pm-4:00pm: Join landscape historian Lucinda (Cindy) Brockway as we explore the legacy of the Fells gardens and grounds in the context of their times. In the shadow of Mount Sunapee, the Hay family created their own interpretation of the Rustic and the Refined in the rocky pastures and woodlands of former farmland. Here, nature and culture mixed a unique recipe of rare plants and native species within a framework of the Colonial Revival. In this journey we will witness together the unfolding of this very special genius of place. Meets in the Pavilion.
Bees & Blooms: Discover the Secret Life of Pollinators with Alchemy Apiary - Thursday, July 16, 10:00am-11:00am: Join local beekeepers Denise Wilde, Marla Miller and Patrice Fredette for a hands-on, family-friendly class celebrating the vital role bees and blooming plants play in our ecosystem. Learn how pollination works, see bees up close in an observation hive, and pick up simple tips to attract and protect pollinators at home. If you’re interested in becoming a beekeeping yourself, we will also have information for you on how to get started. Perfect for curious kids and adults—leave inspired and ready to help your backyard buzz. Meets on the Veranda.
History and Growing of Hops with Rik Marley of The Flying Goose - Thursday, August 13, 4:00pm-5:30pm: Explore the history of Hop cultivation and how it shaped agriculture, medicine, and beer culture for centuries. Learn the many traditional and unexpected uses of hops beyond the pint glass. With practical tips for growing your own at home, choosing the right varieties, location and harvesting techniques. Then sample brewing’s most essential ingredient with a tasting of different beer with a variety of hops flavor profiles. Meets in the Pavilion.
Admission Details
Planning your Summer Cut Flower Garden with Spring Ledge Farm - Thursday, April 16, 4:00pm-6:00pm: Spring Ledge Farm’s Allison Doboroski will give tips and talk about favorite cut flower varieties, planning a garden plot and answer those perennial questions about cut flower growing at home. Plan your cut flower garden to give you blooms for the whole summer long! Meets in the Gatehouse.
Sustainable Lawncare - Practical Organic Methods for Homeowners - Saturday, May 23, 10:00am–11:00am: Learn practical, do-it-yourself approaches to organic lawncare that help homeowners build healthier, more sustainable lawns. Topics will include how and why to conduct soil testing, how to interpret basic results, simple practices such as proper mowing, compost use, overseeding, and natural fertilization methods that support long-term turf health. The lecture will also explore the importance of soil health, and soil structure and how these factors contribute to creating a more resilient, low-input lawn and soil system. Meets in the Pavilion.
What Your Weeds Are Trying to Tell You with Emma Erler - Thursday, June 11, 4:00pm-5:00pm: Like any other cultivated garden plant, weeds have preferred growing conditions, some of which are better for certain species than others. Although some weeds will grow across several different soil and light conditions, if you look at the overall species composition, you can gain a pretty good understanding of the growing environment in a lawn or garden. Join Emma Erler, Lead Horticulturist at Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, to learn about weeds, know more about your garden soil, understand the amendments to add, and how to select which plants to grow.
The Hay Family Landscape Legacy: Incidental Interactions of Man and Nature - A Presentation by Lucinda Brockway - Thursday, June 25, 3:00pm-4:00pm: Join landscape historian Lucinda (Cindy) Brockway as we explore the legacy of the Fells gardens and grounds in the context of their times. In the shadow of Mount Sunapee, the Hay family created their own interpretation of the Rustic and the Refined in the rocky pastures and woodlands of former farmland. Here, nature and culture mixed a unique recipe of rare plants and native species within a framework of the Colonial Revival. In this journey we will witness together the unfolding of this very special genius of place. Meets in the Pavilion.
Bees & Blooms: Discover the Secret Life of Pollinators with Alchemy Apiary - Thursday, July 16, 10:00am-11:00am: Join local beekeepers Denise Wilde, Marla Miller and Patrice Fredette for a hands-on, family-friendly class celebrating the vital role bees and blooming plants play in our ecosystem. Learn how pollination works, see bees up close in an observation hive, and pick up simple tips to attract and protect pollinators at home. If you’re interested in becoming a beekeeping yourself, we will also have information for you on how to get started. Perfect for curious kids and adults—leave inspired and ready to help your backyard buzz. Meets on the Veranda.
History and Growing of Hops with Rik Marley of The Flying Goose - Thursday, August 13, 4:00pm-5:30pm: Explore the history of Hop cultivation and how it shaped agriculture, medicine, and beer culture for centuries. Learn the many traditional and unexpected uses of hops beyond the pint glass. With practical tips for growing your own at home, choosing the right varieties, location and harvesting techniques. Then sample brewing’s most essential ingredient with a tasting of different beer with a variety of hops flavor profiles. Meets in the Pavilion.