Business Sponsorships

Show your support of a beloved family tradition.

For over 50 years, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center has enlightened visitors through live animal exhibits, natural science education programs, and Squam Lake Cruises. Today it is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, is a top attraction in New Hampshire.

Business support is a vital to helping the Science Center's achieve its mission to advance understanding of ecology by exploring New Hampshire's natural world. There are many sponsorship opportunities for businesses to showcase their brand in front of engaged visitors. Choose from a variety of opportunities shown below.

Business Sponsorship Options Become a Business Member Make a Donation

Is your organization interested in sponsoring an event? Contact Development Officer Kim Beardwood-Smith at 603-968-7194 x 31 or email

Sponsorship Opportunities:

Special Event Sponsorship

Underwrite a special event and your brand will be seen by all visitors at the event and on all publicity. Please contact us for a full list of events.

Library Sponsor, $300

Give back to your community by sponsoring an annual Library Trail Pass for your favorite library. Each Library Pass allows $5 trail admission for two people plus a discounted fee for up to four additional people each day.

Community Non-profit Sponsor, $300

Show how much you care about your community by sponsoring an annual Group Trail Pass for the local non-profit group of your choice. Each pass allows free trail admission for two people plus a discounted fee for up to four additional people each day.

Publications

Gain visibility for your business by sponsoring printing and distribution of the Science Center's publications such as the general information brochure, trail map, school program flyer, or others.

Volunteer Work Days

Strengthen your employee teams by volunteering together. Contact Volunteer Manager Carol Raymond at 603-968-7194 x 22 or email to setup a special work day for your employees.

We are proud to recognize these 2019 Business Sponsors:

Event Sponsors

Volunteer Clean Up

New Hampshire Day

Kirkwood Gardens Day

Dinosaurs Alive!

StoryWalk^TM

Meredith Village Savings Bank

Pollinator Party

Belknap Landscape Company

Summer Splash

Birthday Bash for the Critters

Plymouth Animal Hospital

Volunteer Recognition Dinner

Program Sponsors

River Otter Feeding Meredith Village Savings Bank
Hidden Stories Trail Camera Project GreenTek Mapping Services, Reconyx

Squam Lake Cruises Sponsor

Squam Boat Livery
Keiver-Willard Lumber Company

Publication Sponsors

Brochure - Rockywold-Deephaven Camps
Kiosk Trail Map - MegaPrint
Raymond S. Burton Welcome Center - Mill Falls at the Lake

Kirkwood Gardens

Eben Gannett, 03/26/19
This is by far one the best not so hidden gems of Central New Hampshire! While it functions similarly to a zoo the goal of the facility is to rehabilitate and care for local animals found in the white mountains fo NH. The animals who stay are there for medical or other legitimate reasons to keep them from living in the wild and are given wonderful care. The staff that works there is knowledgable and kind, eager to answer any questions about the animals you may have. The path to see all the animals is fun and equivalent to many easy day hikes with spots to picnic, and a wonderful play/learning area for the young and young at heart. It is a place my family loves to visit time and time again, never getting board of the wonderful animals, new things to learn, and great day that always ensues.
Shaun Wyndman, 08/18/18
This is a very pricey cross between a zoo and a nature trail. The science center features several exhibits relating to the animals in the area. It also has exhibits relating to conservation etc. They offer animal shows, demonstrating live animals several times a day, and feedings three days a week, so check the schedule to see if your favorite is on display. In addition to the move animal exhibits the center features several walking trails offering an opportunity to see local wildlife and plant life. Most tree species are marked for easy identification of the local foliage. There is also a ninety minute boat tour of squam lake available for an additional fee.
Howard Nash, 10/08/18
Very well presented exhibit on the wildlife of New Hampshire. Coming from the UK, we had some concerns about the moral question of keeping wild animals in cages. This was set against the very obvious great condition of the animals on display and the effort taken to educate on the natural world - a video or even holograph would not have the same impact. The reason we give it only 4 stars is that not enough effort is made to explain why the animals, particularly the large animals, are kept in relatively small enclosures. Looking at the negative reviews that focus on the moral question, your responses are very encouraging. Perhaps you should cut out the middleman and make more effort at the Centre to explain why the animals are maintained in captivity from a conservation perspective.
Lynne Kraskouskas, 09/18/18
Great educational facility. Fun and educational for all ages. Very much enjoyed the sub-canopy boardwalk peppered with stations featuring different animals and ecosystems of the surrounding area. There are educational presentations with live animals as well as an otter exhibit. A few times a week, the otters are fed a "fishsicle" and it is amusing to watch them try and get their snacks. Didn't visit gift shop or go for a cruise. That's the great thing about this place, one can come back again and again and have a different experience. Locals or regular visitors to the region can purchase a membership and come and go. There is a nice picnic area and food during the summer season. It was not busy the day we visited, but I could see it being a lot busier. Educational, interesting AND shady.
Cailin Nelson, 08/03/18
Very nice place, clean and informative. Different from other places - lots for kids to learn hands on. I was a little apprehensive due to the cost and not many animals but felt like it was worth every penny. I would recommend packing a lunch and taking advantage of the trails - make a full day out of it.