# Howard Pond Preservation Association ## Posts - [Welcome to members portal](https://howardpondpreservationassociation.org/welcome-to-members-portal/): Dear friends and neighbors of Howard Pond, I am pleased to present the official Howard Pond website, designed as an interactive platform for members in good standing with the Howard Preservation Association who have maintained compliance with their dues. The website offers general information accessible to the wider community, as well as member-specific resources for those affiliated with the Howard Preservation Association (HPPA). If you have not received this notification due to an outdated email address, please contact me with your updated information so that we may ensure effective communication. Members will gain access to exclusive areas of the website […] ## Pages - [Member Registration](https://howardpondpreservationassociation.org/member-registration/) - [updates](https://howardpondpreservationassociation.org/updates/) - [Safety](https://howardpondpreservationassociation.org/safety/): Safety on Howard Pond Simple, neighborly guidelines for boating, swimming, fireworks, and winter ice. Boating Swimming Fireworks Ice & Winter Emergency & Contacts Downloads Boating Please observe all Maine state laws in addition to these local norms. Courtesy Near Shore Use slow-no-wake within ~200 ft of shore, docks, swimmers, or small craft. Keep wakes small in coves and around loon nesting areas. Operate only at safe speeds with a sober operator. Life Jackets & Lights Wear a USCG-approved PFD; strongly recommended for paddlers. Carry lights for dawn/dusk or night operation. Have a whistle or horn for signals. Clean, Drain, Dry […] - [Education](https://howardpondpreservationassociation.org/education/): Education Practical tips to keep Howard Pond clear, safe, and wild—covering boating courtesy, wildlife, invasives prevention, shoreline care, and more. Key Topics Boating Courtesy Wake & Near-Shore Zones Keep wakes low near shore, docks, and wildlife. Operate well away from loons and swimmers. Prop wash and waves erode banks and stir bottom sediments—reducing clarity. Go slow within ~200 ft of shore and all coves. Idle through loon nesting areas; never chase or circle wildlife. Mind noise—sound travels far over water. Updates See Safety Guidance Wildlife Loons & Respectful Viewing Give nesting loons extra distance and keep wakes small. If a […] - [Committees](https://howardpondpreservationassociation.org/committees/): Committees Hands-on stewardship for water quality, dam safety, fish habitat, and invasive species prevention. Volunteer-led Practical projects Seasonal updates Current Committees Dam Committee Lead: Frank Morrison · Regular inspections ~every 3 years Oversees the outlet dam’s condition, debris management, screen maintenance, and the emergency action plan (EAP). Coordinates periodic professional inspections and small volunteer workdays (e.g., vegetation clearing). Debris removal and screen adjustments Inspection scheduling and documentation Risk mitigation and EAP upkeep Recent updates Contact about Dam Work Water Quality Lead: Bob Susbury · Apprentice: Paula Pierce Tracks clarity (Secchi readings), coordinates sampling with the state and partners, and promotes […] - [Treasurer’s Forum](https://howardpondpreservationassociation.org/treasurer-forum/) - [Secretary’s Forum](https://howardpondpreservationassociation.org/secretarys-forum/) - [President's Forum](https://howardpondpreservationassociation.org/presidents-forum/) - [approvals](https://howardpondpreservationassociation.org/approvals/) - [directory](https://howardpondpreservationassociation.org/directory/) - [profile](https://howardpondpreservationassociation.org/profile/) - [members](https://howardpondpreservationassociation.org/members/) - [Contact](https://howardpondpreservationassociation.org/contact/): Contact the Association Join HPPA, report a concern, or ask a question — we’re here to help. Join HPPA Membership keeps Howard Pond clear, safe, and wild. Use the form below and choose “Join HPPA”. Join Today Report a Concern Unsafe wakes, hazards, or possible invasive species? Choose “Report a Concern” and add a photo if you can. Report Now Committee Interest Dam, Water Quality, Fish, Invasive Species, or Education — we’d love your help. Choose “Committee Interest”. Get Involved Send a Message Other Info Emergency In an emergency, dial 911. Provide your location (Hanover, Maine) and nearest known access […] - [Board Members](https://howardpondpreservationassociation.org/board-members/): HPPA Board of Directors Dedicated volunteers guiding conservation, safety, and community engagement at Howard Pond. Leadership & Purpose The Howard Pond Preservation Association (HPPA) is led by a board of officers and committee chairs who volunteer their time to preserve, enhance, and protect the health and character of Howard Pond. These community members oversee everything from water-quality monitoring and dam maintenance to annual meetings and educational outreach. Their leadership ensures that the Association operates transparently, sustainably, and in service of its mission to keep Howard Pond clear, safe, and wild. Officers President David L. Ciraulo Oversees all association activities, leads […] - [Home](https://howardpondpreservationassociation.org/): Protecting Howard Pond Together Neighbors working to keep Howard Pond clear, safe, and wild. Member’s Login Join HPPA History Bylaws Dues A Brief History of HPPA The Howard Pond Preservation Association grew from a simple idea: neighbors working together to care for a small mountain pond they loved. Early volunteers organized shoreline clean-ups, informal clarity readings, and loon counts; those efforts eventually became annual programs and a standing commitment to stewardship. As interest grew, the group formalized procedures for water-quality monitoring, invasive plant patrols, and respectful-use education at the public launch. The Annual Meeting became a time to review clarity […] ## Optional - [Agent (MCP protocol)](websites-agents.hostinger.com/howardpondpreservationassociation.org/mcp) [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)