LRCT Offers Slideshow and Hike on the Geology of the Ossipee Mountains on July 27

MOULTONBOROUGH — Smith College Geology Professor Robert Newton will present a slideshow about the geological features of the Ossipee Mountains and the formation of the Ossipee Ring Dike which will be held in the upstairs meeting room of the Castle in the Clouds' Carriage House on Friday, July 27 from 9-10 a.m. followed by a hike to explore the geology of the Ossipee Mountains.

This program is offered by the Lakes Region Conservation Trust as part of its 2012 guided excursions series. In addition, for those interested in learning about the geology of the Ossipee Mountains first-hand, there will be an opportunity to join Dr. Newton on a guided hike to the summit of Turtleback Mountain within the Lakes Region Conservation Trust's Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area,.

This moderate 7-mile round-trip hike, with a total elevation gain of 983 feet, will depart promptly at 10:15 a.m. and will return at 2:30 p.m. This excursion will be limited to 30 participants; preregistration is required (lrct@lrct.org; 603-253-3301).

For additional details about the geology slideshow and hike, please visit LRCT's website (www.lrct.org).

The Lakes Region Conservation Trust (LRCT) offers guided excursions ― hiking, paddling, and snowshoeing trips ― year-round on and to conserved properties throughout the Lakes Region. The excursions provide a great opportunity to learn about and explore LRCT's conserved lands with knowledgeable guides.

In addition to the July 27 geology program, excursions this summer and fall will include a black bear presentation and walk with wildlife biologist Ben Kilham, hikes within spectacular LRCT-conserved landscapes throughout the region, paddles on Lake Winnipesaukee and Squam Lake, a night sky astronomy exploration over a conserved property, and a hike to the highest summit in the Ossipees. A schedule of upcoming excursions is posted on LRCT's website (www.lrct.org). All LRCT guided excursions are free to all.