By Mitchell Craig Nestled in the heart of New Hampshire, Bear Brook State Park is a mountain biker’s paradise. Covering over 10,000 acres, the park offers an extensive network of trails that cater to beginners and experts alike. Whether you’re a seasoned pro looking for a challenging ride or a beginner eager to explore the […]
Find your new Franconia Faves at the Hiker Cabin!
By Yasmine Baiod Anyone who has ever taken I-93, through Franconia Notch has probably seen the Hiker Cabin in the field of Lafayette Place Campground. You have probably peered through the windows, trying to check in or looking for the bathroom, only to find it empty. Well, great news! While there is still no bathroom […]
Rhododendron Bloom Update, July 2, 2024
Hi Folks- Yesterday (Tuesday, July 2 2024) I toured the Rhododendron Loop at Rhododendron State Park and saw that the flower blossoms are a bit ahead of schedule. I would say that perhaps the next week or so might be the best time for viewing the blooms, but please keep in mind that this is […]
Discover the Power of Parks
By Kate Banyas, Education Coordinator for the SCA NH Conservation Corps New Hampshire State Parks has so much to offer our visitors- from the cultural heritage sites, breathtaking views, lake-side beaches, and an endless list of outdoor recreational activities! But did you know that New Hampshire State Parks also offers educational programs? Discover the Power […]
Summer Season at Rhododendron State Park
By Ted Lenk Do you remember way back in June 2024 when all the cultivated Rhododendrons in this region were in full bloom? It was yet another amazingly prolific season, this year seemingly more beautiful than ever. The native Rhododendron maximus (also known as “Great rhododendron”) at Rhododendron State Park in Fitzwilliam, NH are still […]
New Hampshire’s 2024-2028 Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Management Plan (SCORP).
By: State of NH Parks Community Recreation Bureau To help create the SCORP, we worked with UNH’s Recreation Management and Policy program (https://www.facebook.com/unhrmp/) to survey thousands of NH outdoor recreationalists and every day this week, we’re going to share with you a different priority area they helped identify. 1. A recent example of “The Recreation […]
In Search of a More Equitable Thanksgiving
Joy Wetzel, SCA Interpretive Ranger As Thanksgiving once again approaches to usher in the holiday season, disputes regarding the ethics of Thanksgiving are sure to resurface. Giving thanks is not an intrinsically political act, nor is it strictly American. Harvest festivities are practiced around the world. For instance, the Chinese Mid-Autumn festival has a millennia-long […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]