Rain rain go away. Nicole and Debbie want to play. Well…it’s been a bit overcast as I’ve begun as one of the Interpretive Rangers at Franconia Notch State Park. Allow me to sum up my thoughts on the weather. The cons of rain include: dampness, wearing layers, reduced attendance at programs and less sun. Happy […]
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Pedaling Along the Pemigewasset
Catching some of the last rays of sunshine before Sandy rolled in, I trekked to well-known Franconia Notch State Park last Saturday. If there’s one park in New Hampshire that’s most convenient to drivers and also has the best variety of year-round outdoor activities, in my opinion, it would have to be here. Although I’ve […]
Telescopes at Franconia Notch!
By: Andrea Klaphake, Interpretive Ranger at Franconia Notch State Park On August 30th, the New Hampshire Astronomical Society ventured to the ‘notch’ to allow visitors and locals a chance to spot mesmerizing cosmos and celestial wonders. The weather was a bit ambiguous the day before, but the evening turned out to be adequate for families […]
Lonesome Lake: A family friendly hike in Franconia Notch State Park
By: Madelaine Hunt. Franconia Notch State Park Interpretive Ranger Got a day in Franconia Notch State Park? Head up to Lonesome Lake – one of the most beautiful spots in the park! This is a 3 mile round trip loop on the Lonesome Lake Trail that should take about 3 hours to complete. Be sure to […]