Keep Watchful Eye Out for New Loon Chicks
MOULTONBOROUGH — This year due to an early ice-out and record warm temperatures, many loons began nesting earlier than in previous years. As a result more chicks will be on the lakes during the busy Fourth of July week, making them more vulnerable to disturbance as human activity increases on the lakes. People are asked to stay at least 150 feet from any adult loon with chicks they see so the parents can concentrate on feeding and caring for their chicks. If…