It doesn't matter when you go, the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center is always a treat.

Whether you're there to see the animals, walk the trails, or learn something new, you'll never run out of things to do or adventures to have.

We have visited many times over the years, and each time we go, we wonder why we waited so long to return.

Our favorite aspect of the science center is seeing the animals. There are always different things to see, but we tend to race to visit the bobcats. Depending on what time you're there (even morning or afternoon), they'll have different animals out, based on the animal's habits.

Docents are always there to chat and teach, and I find myself learning something new whenever I see one.

The Kirkwood Gardens are also gorgeous.

The Science Center's programs are also very rewarding. We have been to several, including the "big cat" or "Mountain Lion" day, and we've enjoyed all of them.

The thing that's best about the Science Center is that it's constantly evolving. They're always cleaning it up, always making it better. And they try to involve the public as much as possible. It's nice when you see a piece of yourself included there.

Can't wait to go back!

If you like nature you will love it here. This is very educational and set up for young children but us coming from Ireland, we learnt a lot and had a great morning. It is a pleasant walk through the woods.

The staff are FANTASTIC and so patient while giving talks on the animals.

We didn't try out the food so we can't comment on that.

They have taken a forested watershed and put enclosures on it to create a very natural looking zoo of North American animals. The animals have all been injured or come into contact with humans and therefore cannot be rehabilitated into the wild. It was nice to see these animals as typical zoos often focus on elephants and tigers etc,. They have a lot of presentations where you can see the animals close-up and hear interesting facts about them. There is enough to keep young children interested here and it is not too big that you want to leave before you have seen it all. As an adult and a naturalist, I learnt quite a bit too. They have volunteers at every exhibit to give you extra information. One warning - the cafe is useless, especially for kids. If you are bringing children and you plan to stay during meal time, then bring your own packed lunch. This is one of the best animal centres that I have visited and all my family enjoyed themselves.

Great combo of zoo and Environmental education for the kids. Lots of hands on activities kept them very excited for hours... Ages 4 to 9 in my group loved it.