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Take a Scenic Drive in NH’s Great North Woods for Seasonal Sights

Leaf peeping season is here! Without a doubt one this is one of my favorite times of the year in New Hampshire. We are traveling around the state once again to share the beauty of the season. We start this fall with a road trip to the Great North Woods. https://youtu.be/4Mr1FdPPLa0 There are a number of scenic drives to explore in the Great North Woods. Explore a section of one or meander the entire route. Stay tuned for our next scenic drive this fall that will take us through the White Mountains! Just a reminder to follow @LiveFreeWithKris on Facebook and Instagram for updates throughout the fall season.

kneilsen2020-09-25T15:30:50-04:00

6 Photo Opps for Fall Foliage around NH’s Merrimack Valley Region

Just because it’s the last weekend of October, doesn’t mean we have to forget about the foliage. We mapped out a route around the Merrimack Valley Region where fall is still hanging on for a bit longer. Come on and follow along! https://youtu.be/nubCdmg1yps What better way to start the day than with a trip to Canterbury Shaker Village. Even in the morning fog it’s such a beautiful spot! This national historic landmark is dedicated to preserving the heritage of the Canterbury Shakers. Explore the grounds, which includes 25 restored original Shaker buildings, 4 reconstructed Shaker buildings, and 700 acres of forests, gardens and nature trails. If you time it right you might just get a glimpse of their resident cat. Finished up at Shaker Village just in time for a mid-morning coffee. My go to place for my morning brew is Revelstoke on Main Street in Concord. [...]

kneilsen2019-10-25T11:00:25-04:00Tags: Bear Brook State Park, Canterbury Shaker Village, Chester Covered Bridge, Fall foliage, New Hampshire, New Hampshire Statehouse, NH, Revelstoke, Twin Bridge Park, Wason Pond Community Center, Windham Rail Trail|

5 Stops to Spot Seasonal Sights in the Monadnock Region

The long holiday weekend is here, and foliage is popping just about everywhere. Why not make a trip to the Monadnock Region to see some stunning fall scenery framing some cool spots for photo opps. https://youtu.be/VRFEIg_pJ1g To start our day we headed to the village of Ashuelot in the southwestern corner of the state. We were there to see what local historians call one of New Hampshire’s most elaborate covered bridges: the Ashuelot Bridge. Originally it was built as a way to get wood across the river for use by the Ashuelot Railroad as the railroad had a station located right in town. With access to the Ashuelot Rail Trail located right next to the bridge we couldn’t pass up the opportunity to break out the bikes for a ride. The trail is about 22 miles long and stretches from Keene to Hinsdale – following the old Ashuelot Railroad. [...]

kneilsen2019-10-11T15:49:03-04:00Tags: Ashuelot Covered Bridge, Ashuelot Recreational Rail Trail, Chesterfield Gorge Natural Area, Keene, Madame Sherri's Forest, Monadnock Region, New Hampshire, Terra Nova Coffee Roasters|

5 Fall Photo Opps in New Hampshire’s White Mountains

Fall foliage is looking pretty spectacular in New Hampshire right now. Color is coming out just about everywhere. The White Mountains Region is always a favorite spot for leaf peeping and this year is no exception. Check out this route that takes you off the beaten path! https://youtu.be/_h0JP5Qa_Aw Why not kick off this trip with a waterfall! There’s several places to access Livermore Falls, we found a spot in Campton on the western side of the Pemigewasset River. Follow the path down a hill, and within just a few minutes you’ll be at a great place to take in the falls and the surroundings. From this vantage point you have a great view of the cascades that tumble down about 25 feet through a small gorge. A bonus at this local is the old railroad line… spend a few minutes walking along the path winds along the River. [...]

kneilsen2019-10-11T10:36:39-04:00Tags: Covered Bridge, Foliage, Loon Mountain Resort, New Hampshire, Redstone Rocket, Warren, Waterfalls, White Mountains|

5 Stops to See Fall Foliage in NH’s Great North Woods

Hard to believe but fall foliage season is here again! And Mother Nature is wasting no time creating a beautiful canvas of color across the landscape in New Hampshire. Colors in the Great North Woods are already starting to shine. Take a look! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eNxaR25hxVg First up on our itinerary is the Polish Princess Bakery in Lancaster. Housed in a historic building right on Main Street, this has become a local favorite for their amazing homemade breads and pastries. Not to mention all the other delights you’ll find like fresh made pizza. And of course seasonal drinks! Is there really any other way to start a leaf peeping adventure than by fueling up with a pumpkin spice latte? Next we headed to Weeks State Park. Drive up the auto road to the summit of Mt Prospect and wow, you’re greeted with some pretty awesome views. Walk around the estate [...]

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NH According to…Jodi Picoult

You may recognize her from the New York Times bestseller list (with eight recent novels debuting at #1), from her books-turned-blockbuster films like My Sister’s Keeper and The Pact… or from hiking Moose Mountain and running errands in Hanover. Yes, world-famous author Jodi Picoult has been a resident of the Granite State for two decades now. Here, she tells us how the state influences her writing, why she and her family love calling NH home, and much more. […]

Visit NH2019-08-22T14:41:08-04:00Tags: Author, Hanover, Jodi Picoult, New Hampshire, Travel|

NH According to…Jamie Kaler

We hear from performer Jamie Kaler, who you may recognize from his role in the TBS sitcom My Boys, appearances in bigtime shows like Friends and Will & Grace, or as a face you’ve seen around his hometown of Hooksett, New Hampshire. […]

Visit NH2020-01-14T15:39:13-05:00Tags: Entertainment, Jamie Kaler, NH|

NH According to… Jimmy Dunn

Comedian and actor Jimmy Dunn has brought audiences across the country to roaring laughter, but no crowd quite compares to the one in Hampton, where his hometown friends and family fill out the venue. […]

Visit NH2019-09-17T11:42:05-04:00

5 Turkey Tips Worth Taking from Hart’s Turkey Farm

This family-owned restaurant has been specializing in farm-to-table dining before there was even a name for it. But if there is one thing the 65-year-old restaurant knows best it’s their turkey. And here, Hart’s Turkey Farm Restaurant offered up five tips for a surefire, sans fire success come Thanksgiving Day. […]

Visit NH2020-10-21T08:04:14-04:00Tags: holidays, Lakes Region, thanksgiving, turkey|

A Cornucopia of fall color takes over NH’s Lakes Region

What a difference a week makes. Fall foliage is flourishing right now in many regions of the state. Time to get out and enjoy this annual ritual. If you haven’t yet experienced a drive along Route 113 in the Lakes Region, I highly recommend it. And if you have, then you already know why this is one not to miss. […]

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