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Monthly Archives: July 2011Franconia NotchFranconia Notch State Park – July 15, 2011 The eight scenic miles along I-93 that make up Franconia Notch State Park are packed full of exciting adventures for visitors all year long. A variety of trails, scenic areas, historical sites, … Continue reading Sculptured RocksSculptured Rocks Natural Area – July 11, 2011 At Sculptured Rocks Natural Area, tucked under the trees just above Newfound Lake, the Cockermouth Mouth river has been meticulously carving the granite bedrock into a steep and narrow gorge since the … Continue reading
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Tagged canyon, cockermouth river, geology, gorge, granite bedrock, ice age, newfound lake, sculptured rocks natural area |
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The Robert Frost FarmThe Robert Frost Historic Site – July 9, 2011 Set aside as a tribute to one of New England’s most famous poets, The Robert Frost Farm gives visitors a chance to explore the same property that served as an inspiration … Continue reading
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Tagged author, farmhouse, frog, Historic Site, literature, poetry, pond, robert frost, trail, turtle |
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The Taylor Saw MillThe Taylor Saw Mill – July 9, 2011 Sitting in the Ballard State Forest, the 200 year-old, Taylor Sawmill Historic Site is not only a tribute to New Hampshire’s forestry heritage, but also a real live, working piece of history. … Continue reading
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Tagged ballard pond, ballard state forest, dam, Historic Site, lumber, pine, Taylor Sawmill, timber, up and down saw |
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Rollins State ParkRollins State Park – July 1, 2011 At Rollins State Park, a 3- ½ mile auto road sets you up for a quick, but steep half-mile hike to the top of Mount Kearsarge. The tree-less summit features huge granite ledges, … Continue reading
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Tagged auto, cairns, fire tower, granite, hike, hiking, kearsarge, lincoln trail, rollins state park, rollins trail |
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Miller State ParkMiller State Park – June 28, 2011 Miller State Park offers both a series of hiking trails, as well as a paved auto-road to the summit of Pack Monadnock Mountain. Two trails and the windy mountain road guarantee that everyone … Continue reading
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