Outdoors
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Ready to hit the slopes? NH ski resorts set opening dates for the season
Although there’s a nice chill in the air, it’s not time to hit the slopes in New Hampshire – yet. Some Granite State ski areas have announced tentative opening dates for the 2025 to 2026 season. Here’s what we know.
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New Hampshire’s 10 most magical winter festivals
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at these magical New Hampshire winter festivals featuring sleigh rides, ice sculptures, hot cocoa, and much more.
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The secret life of goldenrod galls: Nature News
Galls are the plant’s response to the organism’s chemicals, which act like growth hormones, causing some sort of enlargement in the plant tissue, creating a home for the organism, and often serve as a source of nutrients. There are so many different types of galls — little wart-like maple leaf galls to those common spherical oak apple…
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Where to find delectable apple cider donuts in NH this fall
Fall in New Hampshire isn’t complete without enjoying a whiff of cinnamon-sugar and apple cider. Find the best apple cider donuts at these New Hampshire spots.
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6 reasons why New Hampshire was ranked the top Halloween state
New Hampshire is famous for autumn weather, but did you know it’s a top state for Halloween? Read on to learn why it’s a “spirited” seasonal spot.
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NH ‘gear libraries’ aim to create community, reduce waste
New Hampshire is taking part in the growing trend of “gear libraries” to help those unable to afford the costs of outdoor recreation.
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The top 4 haunted houses in New Hampshire
Wander through these haunted houses in New Hampshire to support local businesses while having a spine-chilling time.
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Fascinating facts from New Hampshire’s covered bridge expert
Fall is the best time to check out New Hampshire’s covered bridges. Here are some fascinating facts from the state’s expert on the subject.
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Toxic plastic pellets increasingly found in NH waterways
Environmental groups are calling for greater regulation of tiny plastic pellets accumulating in New Hampshire’s waterways and elsewhere.
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Have you heard of this NH hut challenge? Hikers compete for fastest time to hit all 8 huts
The White Mountains Hut Traverse is one of the most notable “Fastest Known Time” (FKT) routes in the Northeast United States. FKTs are speed records for running, hiking or cycling routes. But unlike an organized race, like a marathon, FKTs are self-organized and often done alone.
