Newmarket Conservation Commission on the Land Conservation Assistance Network

Newmarket Conservation Commission
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last updated: September 2020

ABOUT THE NEWMARKET CONSERVATION COMMISSION

Conservation Commissions in New Hampshire are guided by RSA 36-A, which enables a town to establish a Commission for the proper utilization and protection of the natural resources and for the protection of watershed resources of said city or town.

The Newmarket Conservation Commission has been active for many years commenting on wetlands permit applications and development proposals, managing the Conservation Fund, identifying prime wetlands, offering educational programs and tours, developing trails and interpretive materials for conservation areas, working with landowners and partners to conserve land and protect water resources, and other conservation efforts.

The Conservation Commission is involved with the following projects and activities:

Sponsors a pontoon boat ride on the Lamprey River during the Heritage Festival weekend
Co-sponsors the Annual Fishing Derby with the Recreation Department
Sells (at cost) composters and rain barrels
Supports Eagle Scout projects that have included trails, bridges, trail signs, benches, wood duck boxes, and more
Contributes to acquisition of conservation areas and conservation easements
Monitors town owned conservation areas and town-held conservation easements
Creates educational materials for town conservation areas
Comments on wetlands permit applications
Offers educational programs and nature walks

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