Hamilton Reservoir is located in the Town of Holland, Massachusetts. Holland is located in south, central Massachusetts bordering Union, Connecticut. In the 1860's the Hamilton Woolen Company dammed the Quinebaug River and formed the Hamilton Reservoir. The Reservoir is located in the headwater region of the Quinebaug River watershed which flows north through the town and combines with the French and Middle Rivers to form the Thames River in Connecticut.
Friends of HRA, Inc. (FHRA) is a 501 (c) (3) Public Charity, formerly known as the Hamilton Reservoir Association. The purpose of the Corporation is exclusively for charitable and/or educational purposes. The FHRA works to raise funds for the maintenance & preservation of Hamilton Reservoir, including public safety, environmental integrity & its’ conservation.
Any questions write an email to hamiltonreservoir@gmail.com or call McCooe.
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UPCOMING MEETINGS & EVENTS FOR |
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2019
DRAW DOWN 2018 - The Town has committed to start the Draw Down October 9, 2018.
2019 Lake Calendars are available: $12 each – all pictures have been taken on the Lake. Proceeds go to Preservation Fund. Contact Chris at mccooehanson@gmail.com
South Basin Update: FHRA is waiting for meeting with Zoning Board of Appeals – hope to close on properties by end of October 2018.
Membership Reminder: The 2019 membership fee was voted on and approved to be increase to $50 per year and is due Jan. 2019. Memberships can be paid throughout the year but please try to get your dues in before June 15, 2019. Please use the membership form when renewing and/or if you are a NEW member joining. Thank you.
Calendar of Events – 2019
May 11, 2019 - Spring Members Meeting at Holland Community Center, 8:30 am refreshments, 9 am Business.
Pancake Breakfast – June 9, 2019 at Holland Community Center 8 am to noon. Volunteers needed.
Aug. 24, 2019 – Annual Members Meeting – Elections at Holland Center, 8:30 am refreshments, 9 am Business.
2018 Feasibility Study
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MEMBERSHIP DUES & DONATIONS
Join the FHRA - $50 for membership – or make a “Preserve the Lake Fund” donation.
Send your membership form and donations to:
FHRA, 27 Sturbridge Rd., Unit 17, Holland, MA 01521
Please indicate: donation or membership & include mailing address and email address.
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use PayPal
Join the Fun and Help Save Hamilton Reservoir!
“Preserve our Lake – Preserve our Town”
The FHRA is working to raise funds for additional lake maintenance in the future.
Your donations are tax deductible. Ask your employer if they offer gift matches to non-profits.
Please consider giving.
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