Narrows Ponds Improvement Association (NPIA) News
May 29, 2026
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Watershed Friends Workshop is pleased to announce their workshop schedule for this season. We will be partnering again with Lake Stewards of Maine and 30 Mile Watershed Association to co-host both a Live Plant ID and Plant Paddle that will enable people to complete LSM's IPP certification.
Register for these FREE workshops on our website: www.watershedfriends.org
Email Caroline at caroline@watershedfriends.org with any questions.
All workshops and training will be held at Watershed Friends’ office unless otherwise noted.
May 20th, 5 - 6 PM Volunteer CBI Training
May 27th, 5:30 - 6:30PM Adopt-a-Shoreline Training
June 3rd, 5:30 - 6:30 PM Basic Plant ID
June 4th, 5 - 6:30 PM Survey123 and CalTopo - Train the Trainer
June 13th, 8 AM - 3 PM Boating Safety and Education course
June 17th, 5:30 to 6:30 PM Basic Plant ID
June 24th, 5:30 - 6:30 PM Volunteer CBI Training
July 9th, 9 AM - 12 PM Lake Stewards of Maine - Live Plant ID
Location: Kent’s Hill School, Liz Cross Mellen Ski Lodge
July 16th, 9 AM - 12 PM Lake Stewards of Maine - Plant Paddle
Location: Maranacook Lake, Route 41, Readfield
Both of these are in partnership with Lake Stewards of Maine
and 30 Mile River Watershed Association!
July 22nd, 6 - 7 PM Volunteer CBI Training
July 29th, 5:30 - 7 PM Advanced Plant ID
August 12th, 5:30-6:30 PM Basic Plant ID
August 26th, 5:30 - 7 PM Advanced Plant ID
New This Year!
Basic Plant ID Drop-In Workshops
Advanced Plant ID Drop-In Workshops*
*Advanced workshops can be adapted to a basic level depending on request from the audience
Wednesdays from 11AM to12PM 6/17, 7/15, 8/12, 9/9
Wednesdays from 11AM to12:30PM 7/1, 7/29, 8/26, 9/23
May 20, 2026
NPIA Mission
Efforts are underway through community engagement, partnership, education and conservation efforts to preclude the introduction of Aquatic Invasive Species and limit the amount of nutrients entering the ponds.
Dan Walters
Susan L Struck
1890 USGS Topograhic Map
Looking After Our Ponds for Generations
The Narrows Pond Improvement Association is dedicated to proactive conservation strategies, community education, and scientific monitoring to maintain the ecological integrity of our local waters for generations to come.
Shelly Dorr
Water Quality Testing
Analysis of clarity, temperature, nutrient levels and lake levels helps us understand long-term trends and pond health. The Maine DEP and Lakes of Maine present data about current lake conditions.
Watershed Restoration
Provide information about buffer zones, natural filtration and other techniques to reduce runoff and maintain pristine water clarity.
Stewarding the Future of the Ponds
Join neighbors, friends, and lake lovers working together to protect Upper Narrows and Lower Ponds for generations to come. Contact us using the form below to get involved in our conservation efforts and stay updated on lake news.
The annual membership fee is $25. Simply fill out the form and click submit. If you also want to make a donation, choose an amount or enter a custom amount in the box and click submit.
To become a member and/or make a donation by US mail, send a check made out to NPIA with your name, address and email to:
NPIA
314 Narrows Pond Road
Winthrop, Maine 04364