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Active and engaged members build a strong community. Your participation makes a difference, whether you attend our annual meeting, volunteer , or simply stay informed.
Please reach out to the Board to learn how you can get involved!
Email: JennessPondSOA@gmail.com
Since 1983, the JPSOA has been bringing the community together to protect our lake and strengthen community bonds.
In the news
Are you “in the know” when it comes to the new Northwood Shoreline Septic Systems Ordinance? You can find information under the Resources Tab at the top of the home page. Norm Royce has graciously granted us permission to provide our JPSOA members with his presentation slideshow, which also can be found under the “septic systems” resources tab. Thank you Norm!
2027 Calendars featuring YOUR photos have been designed and are available for $15. Please reach out to JennessPondSOA@gmail.com with your order. Thank you to all who have already shown their support!
Volunteer SpotlighT
The JPSOA would like to give thanks to those who volunteer and highlight their dedication to our wonderful community. We appreciate you!
Pat Dowst
Tell us a little bit about yourself. Any fun facts?
My summers at Jenness pond started as an infant and during the summer I was either at the pond or away at summer camp (Yes! I loved summer camp and went for 9 summers!) I grew up in New Jersey but my Mom and Dad were from Suncook, NH and it was my great grandparents who had their cottage here on the pond. John and I spent the first summer of our marriage living at the cottage- no hot water and no heat- good thing we found an apartment in September of that year (1975). Fun Fact- John and I play scrabble for a bit every day.
What do you do as a volunteer for the JPSOA?
I started and now administer the Weed Watcher Program and I also am Coordinator for our Lake Host program. And to ensure some quiet enjoyment of the pond I also volunteer as a Lake Host.
What inspired you to volunteer? What is the most rewarding part of your volunteer work?
I was moved to get involved in supporting “lake life” because of my love for Jenness Pond. I feel tranquility and peace as I drive down our dirt road to the cottage. The most rewarding part of volunteering is being with other like minded people that share an appreciation for the outdoors and life on the pond.
What would you like those considering volunteering to know?
The reward you receive for volunteering is a wonderful feeling inside that you are doing something good for yourself, your family, and your pond community . Protecting our precious natural environment is important.
BOAT RAMP HAPPENINGS
2025 Season
Boat Inspections: 719
Volunteer Hours: 393
Paid Lake Host Hours: 450
Photo Credit: Simon Hale
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