A look into SCA New Hampshire Field Crew By Andrew Kniska, SCA Interpretive Ranger I was able to catch up with three members of the SCA New Hampshire Trail crew, Mel, Dante and Rachel. They taught me a lot about what they do as a trail crew member and why they do it. Firstly, trail […]
Tag: Discover the Power of Parks
10 Hidden Gems in New Hampshire State Parks You Need to Explore This Fall
By Mitchell Craig, SCA Interpretive Ranger With the arrival of cooler temperatures and Fall colors, now is a great time to explore New Hampshire’s 93 sites within the State Park system. Don’t have time to visit them all? Worry not, we have come up with 10 ‘hidden gems’ that are sure to delight families, couples, […]
Ecotourism: Sustainable or Debatable?
By Elizabeth Hoffman, SCA Interpretive Ranger If you love the great outdoors, scenic views, and challenging hikes, odds are you’ve participated in ecotourism. And you’re not alone! Every year, hundreds of thousands of visitors make their way to the New England for breathtaking views, especially during peak fall foliage. To better understand ecotourism, let’s dive […]
Chocorua: A Man, A Mountain – A Myth?
Kendra Dean, SCA Interpretive Ranger Mt. Chocorua is a gorgeous mountain in Albany, NH that has a rich and complicated history. It has inspired many types of people, from outdoor enthusiasts, to painters, to storytellers. This stunning summit can be reached from multiple trailheads, including the Piper Trail, which is a short drive from White […]
Aliens Spotted in the White Mountains!
By Liz Hoffman, SCA Interpretive Ranger Franconia Notch State Park and the White Mountains have plenty to offer tourists. From scenic views to spectacular fall foliage, eye-catching sights encompass your journey through the mountains. Unfortunately, for Betty and Barney Hill on a cool September night in 1961, their journey turned sour. While driving back home […]
Beware the Bloom: Cyanobacteria & Lake Winni
By Mitchell Craig, SCA Interpretive Ranger Lake Winnipesaukee, the crown jewel of New Hampshire, is a beloved destination for both locals and tourists. Known affectionately as Lake Winni, its picturesque waters and vibrant recreational activities have made it a must-visit spot in the state for hundreds of years, from the tranquil shores of Ellacoya State […]
Decaying History
By Brittany, SCA Interpretive Ranger Pawtuckaway State Park is a beautiful 5,000-acre park located in Nottingham, New Hampshire. This beautiful park offers a public beach, campgrounds, boating, fishing, and hiking. In fact, one of the many trails found in the park is the Tower Trail, which leads up to the fire tower. Now, there are […]
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, […]
Why Eagles?
Andrew Kniska, SCA Interpretive Ranger As I drove up to the Great North Woods, I was tired after driving three hours in a rural place I had never been before. I had come down from the White Mountains, a vast expanse of stone and tree that truly makes one feel small and drove into a […]
Where there’s Smokey, There’s Fire Prevention
Carolyn Sill, SCA Interpreter He needs no introduction, though I’m giving him one anyway. Though he’s 80 years old, and weighs over 300 pounds (as per his official site), he bear-ly looks any different than he did in the 1950’s. He can be found everywhere, from giant cutouts along the road, to public service announcements […]