Stop and Smell the Roses at Rhododendron State Park
By Kyle Durant, SCA Interpretive Ranger Nestled in the heart of southwestern New Hampshire, under a canopy of hemlock and red maple, stands the largest grove of rhododendrons in northern New England. Each year in late June and July Rhododendron State Park bursts with beautiful flowers and enticing scents. Located in sleepy Fitzwilliam New Hampshire, […]
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The Essential White Mountains Rental Gear Guide
Picture this – you’ve packed your clothes, swimsuits, your child’s toys, food for every type of eater (if you’re renting a place with a kitchen), going out shoes, sandals for days by the pool, and of course, entertainment items like books and game systems. Your car is filled to the […]
New England Hot Sauce Fest Brings the Heat to New Hampshire for a Third Year
New England Hot Sauce Fest Brings the Heat to New Hampshire for a Third Year Hot sauce, beer, music and food? Sign us up! Presented by The Spicy Shark, the third annual New England Hot Sauce Fest will be held on Saturday, July 27, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the outdoor field behind […]
The Wild Weather of Franconia Notch
By Liz Hoffman, SCA Interpretive Ranger You’re headed to Franconia Notch State Park for a day hike: the skies are clear, the sun is warm against your back, and nothing is stopping you from reaching the summit of Mt. Lafayette. Well, except for the thunderstorm approaching twenty minutes after you ascend the trail. That wasn’t in […]
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My kingdom for a moose
I’m a New Hampshire native who has spent more than half his life living in the Granite State and most of the rest in Colorado. I have climbed mountains, hiked in national parks and driven scenic byways. I’ve ridden my bike along swampy bogs and trekked near quiet spots where forest animals have been known […]
Lakefront Lure
Two years ago, Travel + Leisure magazine confirmed what a lot of people here already knew: Meredith is one of the “best small towns on the East Coast.” While that acclaim resulted in a surge of visitors, longtime residents say it also fanned a hot real estate market that is centered on Lake Winnipesaukee and […]
Food Truck Frenzy
Nothing says “you’re in for a good time” quite like a food truck. The mobile kitchens are staples at every carnival, fair and festival, and are guaranteed to dish up variety anywhere they park. Unbound by the confines of a brick-and-mortar location, these kings of the road can serve up what they want, when they […]
Night Sky Wonders: From Meteor Showers to Constellations, Discover the Best Stargazing Spots in NH
On a clear dark night in New Hampshire, a world that’s much bigger than ours and just as mysterious appears in the sky. Besides the moon, Earth’s only natural satellite, you can spot planets — angry Jupiter, bright Venus, the many-ringed Saturn and the fiery red Mars — among glittering star constellations and clusters. Constellations […]
Abenaki Food: Pemmigan
You may know that the Abenaki are the local indigenous tribe on much of New Hampshire- but did you know that they were some of the first creators of the energy bar? That’s right, the original power bar was invented by indigenous people of North America. The name of this food comes from the language […]
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Spontaneity: Farm Fresh Events
Spontaneity: Farm Fresh Events Are you itching to get out and try something new, but aren’t sure where to look and what to do? Have no fear, “Spontaneity” is here! We’re giving you the lowdown of events and activities from across the Granite State that you won’t want to miss. In this extra- special edition, […]