Moultonborough Public Library Event Calendar


Date: 6/14/2010
Time: 7:00 PM -
Title: 400 MILES DOWN THE CONNECTICUT RIVER
Contact: , 476-8895
Location: Program
Description:
Moultonborough Historical Society
NH Humanities Council Program
 
Scholar: Michael Tougias
 

Michael Tougias (pronounced Toe-gis), author of 16 books, will present a narrated slide presentation about the history and natural history of the Connecticut River.  Tougias will take the viewer down the entire 410 miles of the river on a journey through the past and present.  Along the way Tougias will discuss wildlife, environmental issues, Native Americans, log drives, major floods, and more.  Practical tips will be given including his favorite sections of the river to paddle, fish, and camp.  Tougias’ slides will also help the viewer find the best spots for photographing wildlife such as moose and bald eagles.  Humor is woven into the talk with a focus on some of Tougias’ misadventures.


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