By: Kate Seader, Interpretive Ranger at Franconia Notch State Park Silence was never something I was particularly fond of. The room goes silent when someone has spoken out of turn. Two friends fighting have a tense silence between them. For me, silence gave my overactive brain a canvas on which to paint everything that could […]
Bear Brook State Park
Bear Hill Pond Camp Reopens: A Living Historical Camp!
By: Renee Rosenbaum, SCA New Hampshire Corps, Americorps; Conservation Steward There is nothing quite like the experience of camping. The benefits of living in the outdoors – even if just for a couple days – does wonders for the mind, body, and soul. In some cases, it also provides a historical reference to past times […]
Home is Where the Heart is
By: Kelly Graner, Interpretive Ranger at Crawford Notch State Park My time living at Bear Brook State Park has taught me many things, some expected and some not so much. I will be honest and share that I was hesitant when accepting this job last September, I thought to myself ‘New Hampshire? There is nothing […]
Hidden Treasures at Bear Brook
By: Bethany Bryant, Interpretive Ranger at Bear Brook State Park Since coming to Bear Brook State Park in late April, I have enjoyed exploring the many trails, ponds, and marshes that this beautiful park has to offer. However, what fascinated me most of all is the historic sites that can be found all over this […]
Wild about Wildflowers
By: Hannah Park, Interpretive Ranger at Bear Brook State Park The week of exploration has commenced for the Interpretive Rangers! I have the pleasure of wandering around Bear Brook State Park. To my surprise, wildflowers are popping up everywhere to greet me! Take a moment to appreciate some of these beautiful blossoms with me and learn […]
The Trails of Bear Brook are Waiting to be Walked on!
When hiking on the trails of Bear Brook State Park you will hear the crunch of leaves rather than the crunch of snow. Spring has finally popped out of the ground creating a different atmosphere just waiting to be discovered. Bear Brook State Park is home to a variety of trails for the curious outdoor […]
Beautiful Bear Brook State Park!
If there’s one thing I’ve learned over the last few months here, it’s that whether you’re hiking, biking, or just hanging out by the pond, Bear Brook State Park sure is beautiful. The trails in the area lead you to some really glorious sights to see such as Bear Hill Pond. Sunsets on the pond […]
Trail Running at Bear Brook – Your running buddy will thank you!
Get off the streets and hit the woods with this trail running loop at Bear Brook State Park! Trail running is a chance to escape the concrete jungle and breathe fresh forest air while pushing your body in new ways. Dodging rocks/roots and ducking under branches forces you to be light on your feet and […]
Reflections and Transitions
There’s that cool crisp snap in the air that might’ve caught us off guard, but it’s an exciting and nostalgic feeling… This summer had plentiful long days of warm sunshine, clear skies, refreshing swims, beautiful hikes, and many special memories made between Bear Brook and it’s campers. However, life at Bear Brook State Park has […]
DIY: Leave No Trace, Bear Brook Style
The amenities of Bear Brook State Park that are spread across its 10,000 acres attract mountain bikers, campers, hikers, anglers, and families who seek varying degrees of adventure and relaxation. With thousands of visitors each year, Bear Brook sees many faces and supplies the ingredients for fun and memorable visits to each of those visitors. […]