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 […]
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Top 6 Hiking Trails at Bear Brook
Throughout the time I have been here, we have had plenty of time to explore the park and hike the trails. Here are six of my favorite trails in Bear Brook State Park.
Bear Brook Trail Fever
By: Charles Ferens, 2019 Student Conservation Association New Hampshire AmeriCorps Member As a member of the SCA New Hampshire Corps we have the great opportunity of living in one of New Hampshire’s largest State Parks: Bear Brook. With this great opportunity comes the ability to explore the park and all of its natural wonders. When […]
Trails of Pawtuckaway
Summer is now gone and the air is getting chilly, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to pack up, and say good bye to Pawtuckaway until next spring. It may be too cold for a dip in the lake, but Fall is a great time of year to rediscover the park in a whole new […]
3 Must-Ride Mountain Bike Trails in New Hampshire
Bear Brook (Southern NH) At nearly 10,000 acres, Bear Brook is massive and loaded with incredible riding opportunities. The extensive network of trails here can accommodate all abilities too. Trails consist of dirt roads, double track, single track as well as an abundance of natural features and scenery. Access the trails from the hiker/biker lot […]
Reliving the Flood: Clough State Park’s Lost Trail (And How to Find It)
Written by Interpretive Ranger Darren Lu: In 2006, Clough State Park experienced two consecutive seasons of heavy rains – enough so that by the summer of 2006, the entire park was underwater. Continued rain and snowfall the following year forced the park to close until 2008, and remnants of the deluge can still be seen […]
Monadnock Walks: Another alternative to summiting
Ranger Rachel here with another alternative to summiting the steep and often slippery slopes of Mount Monadnock. In July, I covered a family-friendly loop on the lower elevations of the 3,165 foot-tall mountain. For this walk, the trails will lead you further from the most popular trails but will not disappoint in natural wonders as well […]
Monadnock Walks: Alternatives to Summiting
Mount Monadnock is known for its summit: the bare schist boulders and breathtaking 360 views that reach to Boston. To get to the summit, however, can be a daunting task. A minimum four-mile trek with boulders, smoothed rock, and steep scrambles might be too challenging of a hike for some visitors – especially on rainy […]
An Evening at Hogback Pond
This quiet pond sits deep within Greenfield State Park and offers stunning views. Missed by many, Hogback Pond offers so much to visitors. In this article I will touch on some of the most beautiful things about this place. Views The pond’s setting is stunning. As we made our approach on snowshoes, I noticed the […]
Winter at Robert Frost Farm
Many people see winter as a cold, dark time to stay inside. I have always viewed Winter differently. My days of adventure have always been surrounded by the excitement of a child. I look forward to snow days and there is a little sadness in my heart when the last snow melts away. So many […]