Edward MacDowell Lake in Peterborough, NH

A perfect summer Sunday!  Blue skies, warm weather, a light breeze and nature abound at Lake MacDowell, Peterborough, NH.

Bob and I went to the market this past Sunday morning with plans of doing a quick shop, then returning home for a leisurely walk before the RedSox game began. Jack the dog, of course, came along for the ride. Well, right across the street from Nature's Green Grocer in West Peterborough, NH sits Edward MacDowell Lake, formed by a flood control dam built by the Army Corps of Engineers in 1948 - 1950. Its purpose was, and remains, to protect the town of Peterborough and surrounding area from the extensive flooding which occured in the late 1930's. Besides the dam, the lake/preserve is complete with a beach and picnic area plus walking trails abound. Biking, fishing and kayaking are popular here, too. Why not enjoy some different scenery? The sun was out, a light breeze was blowing and the wildflowers were in bloom. Sometimes a change of plan provides an unexpected pleasure. Enjoy this slide show.