Giving (overdue) Thanks
I’m thankful for the Granite State with its bounty of lakes and mountains, and its precious sliver of coastline. It only took me half a century to realize it. In his final Editor’s Note for New Hampshire Magazine, Rick Broussard recalled his Louisiana roots and how he spent the next three decades touting the wonders […]
Wildlife Rehabilitation
Kiley Cruse, SCA Field Crew Member What is Wildlife Rehabilitation? Wildlife rehabilitation is the treatment and care of injured, orphaned, or sick wild animals with the intent to release them back to the wild. On occasion the rescued animal will be unable to be released, in these cases the licensed wildlife rehabilitator will keep and […]
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New Hampshire State Symbols
David Bailey, SCA Interpretive Ranger A state symbol can hold great meaning to a state. Many of them are chosen because they represent unusual and interesting items found within the state. New Hampshire is no different. As an Interpretive Ranger one of my more popular programs involve talking about some of these symbols. Here are […]
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NH Halloween Trick-or-Treat Times
The following list is in alphabetical order by town for trick-or-treating and trunk or treat events in local New Hampshire towns for 2023. This list was last updated on October 10, 2023; additional information will be added as it becomes available. You can always help us out and e-mail us your town’s information or event. […]
An Artist’s Look at Mount Monadnock
Joy Wetzel, SCA Interpretive Ranger For centuries, Mount Monadnock has served as a source of inspiration for countless artists and writers. These creatives can encourage us to see the mountain with a renewed sense of wonder. Today we will be exploring some of the most famous individuals who interpreted one of New Hampshire’s most popular […]
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Hobbs Brewing Company Awarded Bronze at the Great American Beer Festival
Head Brewer Michael Frothingham and Assistant Brewer Casey Rann hold bottles of Sugar Moon – Bourbon in the Hobbs Brewing Company brewhouse Hobbs Brewing Company of Ossipee has won a bronze medal at the 2023 Great American Beer Festival (GABF) competition, held in Denver in late September. Presented by the Brewers Association, GABF is the […]
5 1/2 More Vegan Restaurants That Have Something For Everyone
The hunt to find a vegan restaurant, or a menu with well-rounded options, is seemingly endless. Whether you’re vegan by choice, or because of allergies and intolerances, your choices are limited when you’re on the prowl for a bite to eat, and are looking for something to leave you satisfied (because let’s face it – […]
How Wildfires Impact Us At Home
SCA Interpretive Ranger Dan Wildfires are nothing new to the United States or even the world. They are something that humans have been dealing with for as long as we have been a species. In fact, many Native American nations/groups used controlled burns to lessen the impact of wildfires allowing for the environment to recover […]
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TODAY’S WORLD CAN BE CHALLENGING FOR TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS. HERE’S ONE SOLUTION…
THOUGHTS WITH LOCAL EXPERT, LISA HAPP… Many 20 somethings and teenagers today are facing a different more challenging world and they are struggling. They have grown up in a world with social media and smart phones that were meant to enhance their lives, yet have left some feeling isolated, alone, and like they…
10 Great Foliage Hikes (And Four Easy Walks)
The Welch-Dickey Trail in Waterville Valley is an easy hike with a pretty payoff. See info about this hike below. Soon leaf peepers will fill our roads as they flock to New Hampshire to witness the turning of the leaves, but we know a better way to experience this beautiful season than through window glass […]