Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Where is Cooper Memorial Bridge

The Cooper Memorial Bridge is located behine South Mountain Resort.  The road is located across from Subway Restaurant in Lincoln, NH.

I have highlighted with ORANGE triangle where the bridge is located.  Please click on this link to find the map.

Governor: Most Major Routes Open, Visitors Can Get to Their Destinations


CONCORD – Most major routes are open and visitors will be able to reach their destinations for the Labor Day Weekend, said Governor John Lynch.
State transportation workers have been out across the state since the end of the storm. As of this morning, all but parts of seven state roads were open. DOT employees are repairing those roads or establishing detours and alternate routes where necessary.
“Visitors should know that they will be able to reach their New Hampshire destinations this Labor Day weekend,” Governor Lynch said. “The forecast is for a great weekend, and we invite out-of-state visitors and our own residents to explore all that New Hampshire has to offer this weekend.”
Visitors can get information about road conditions and road closures by calling 2-1-1 or on line at http://www.nh.gov/dot/511/index.htm.
DOT officials have worked with local officials to establish a detour to allow access to Route 49 and Waterville Valley and Thornton.
DOT is working to establish pedestrian access to Route 302 for residents of Hart’s Location. Drivers can travel on 302 in both directions, but will not be able to cross through the Sawyer’s River Bridge area.
The Kancamagus Highway is closed from Lincoln to Bear Notch Road, but DOT officials expect that sufficient repairs will be completed in time to re-open the road for fall foliage season.

Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Travel thru Vermont

I have heard many stories of people traveling through Vermont and having a hard time. There are many road closures in Vermont. Here is a link to Vermont DOT for updates.

I know if you take I-91 and head up along the eastern side of the state it is better. Roads such as Rte 4, Rte 100 and some other popular roads are closed and look to remain closed for at least a week.

Press Release from White Mountain National Forest




For Immediate Release: August 29, 2011
Contact: Tiffany Benna: (w) 603.536.6241 or (cell) 603.348.0078
White Mountain National Forest Recommends Waiting a Few Days to Recreate on the
Forest
The White Mountain National Forest has been responding to reports and assessing damage
across the Forest. Our focus is on safety and moving to recovery to get the Forest fully open as
safely and quickly as we can: however this may take time. Currently, we have assessed about
40 percent of major roads and developed sites across the Forest. There is still a lot of ground to
cover and many unknowns, especially backcountry conditions. Therefore even though an area
or trail may be open, caution and good judgment should be exercised. Visitors are strongly
encouraged to wait a few more days before coming to recreate.
While the Forest will be open on Tuesday, August 29, certain areas, roads, sites, or trails will
remain closed due to hazardous conditions, high water, wash outs, unsafe bridges or other
impediments. Heed signing and check the website for updates. A list of areas and sites that are
closed will be available in the morning.
Visitors who choose to recreate in the next few days should expect to encounter hazardous
conditions. Heavy rains have swollen rivers and streams. Some trails may be impassable due to
high water. Never enter high water areas or approach fast moving water. Keep your distance.
Turn back if necessary.
Extremely high winds from the recent weather event has created blow down around the Forest.
Trees, limbs and debris may block trails, impact campgrounds, and make roads impassable. Be
aware that you may have to turn around. High winds may have also created hazards such as
leaning trees or weak limbs that may come crashing down in the aftermath. Be aware of
potential hazards in the area and above you.
Many roads have been damaged by the storm and remain impassable or dangerous. Washouts,
compromised bridges, soft shoulders, blockage due to blow down, are but a few of the hazards
to be expected. Heed road closures. Do not go around gates or road barricades. The State of
NH has a list of road closures across the state, including state roads that access the Forest:
http://www.nh.gov/readynh/index.htm.
The Forest will continue assessing damage. Please report any storm damage you encounter –
whether on a road, trail, recreation site or campground to the White Mountain National Forest at
(603) 536-6100. We will continue to keep our website updated with latest current conditions as
they become available: www.fs.fed.us/r9/white.

New England Foliage in the Aftermath of Hurricane Irene

Here is a good article in Yankee Magazine that I came across as we all start to wonder what the storm will do to the leaves.

New England Foliage in the Aftermath of Hurricane Irene

Monday, August 29, 2011

Attractions Update Hurricane Irene

5:50pm UPDATE

Lost River Gorge We're excited to announce that Lost River Gorge will partially open at 9am on Tuesday August 31st with access to Cave of Odin, Devil's Kitchen, Center of the Earth and the new boardwalk extension. Many thanks to Martin Forestry Consulting out of New Hampton, NH, Dan Mitchell Builders out of Lyndonville, VT and Lost River staff for all of their hard work!! Debris from Hurricane Irene has been removed and the boardwalk is under repair.
Our goal is to be fully operational by the weekend.

4:00pm UPDATE

New Hampshire road closures update from the NH DOT. Click Here

Conway Scenic Railroad Update Four major areas of damage have been identified between Intervale and Hart's Location. Private contractors with equipment and manpower have been hired and put in place to systematically put the railroad back in operating order. Repairs have already begun. We expect to be able to operate the Bartlett Train in approximately 2 weeks and be fully operational by Railfans' Weekend. As always, we're moving forward!



12Noon UPDATE 8/30/11

There are many locations that are still closed in the White Mountain National Forest For a list of places closed in the White Mountain National Forest please clcik this link:http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/forests/white_mountain/conditions/closures_08292011.pdf

To check on Road Conditions in the White Mountain National Forest click here.

To check on Campground conditions for the White Mountain National Forest please click here.

To check on Huts run by the Appalachian Mountain Club please click here.


For a list of roads closed in the state of New Hampshire please click here

Santas Village The park is up and running today. We will be open 9:30-5. It is a great day to splash down the Yule Log Flume, ride Rudy's Rapid Roller Coaster, take a spin on the SS Peppermint Twist and learn to fly at Loopin' Louie's Flying School. Enjoy a gingerbread cookie, fresh made fudge and a slice of pizza. IT'S CHRISTMAS TODAY!

Franconia Notch State Park Update:
Flume Gorge OPEN 9-5
Cannon Tramway: OPEN 9-5
Echo Lake Beach: OPEN 10-5
Lafayette Campground - All sites & services OPEN - call: 877-NHPARKS
...Cannon RV Park - OPEN call 877-NHPARKS
The Basin - CLOSED for path repairs.
All other FNSP trails and waysides: OPEN.
Recreation Path: Open

Loon Mountain
Good Morning and what a beautiful morning it is! We are OPEN for business today so come on by and enjoy the day. Please note, the main bridge is closed. Follow the sign at South Peak Resort in Lincoln to get to Loon Mountain. Thanks!

Hobo Railroad Unfortunately, the tracks are still not ready for trains. Please keep your fingers crossed and maybe they will be ready on Wednesday. :)

Attitash Ski Area Great news! Staff worked hard today to clean up after flooding and we'll re-open Alpine Slides, scenic chair, waterslides, Buddy Bear's Playpool, climbing wall, & Eurobungy Wednesday, August 31. Unfortunately, more work required to re-open downhill mountain bike trails and horseback trails remain under water, so will not be open Wednesday. The biggest hit is that it may be weeks before we can re-open the Mountain Coaster, but silver lining is that it was primarily only base area erosion.

Lost River Crew members and staff worked hard on Monday in the gorge to remove debris left from Hurricane Irene. Water levels still remain high in the gorge though. We are opening the the main building, gift shop and mining sluice tomorrow (Tuesday) at 9am. Our goal is to get part of the lower gorge open for Wednesday and be fully operational by the weekend. Please check back here for further details as they become available.

Mount Washington Auto Road After assessing the damages to the Auto Road we anticipate opening later this week. We will keep you updated as often as we can. Stay safe with any of your efforts to clean up.

Conway Scenic Railroad Conway Scenic Railroad is running, and all departures this week will be to Conway. Due to track damage that's been identified as a result of Irene, we don't expect to have the Bartlett and Notch trains in operation this week. We'll continue to post updates as we have them.

Bretton Woods and Mount Washington Resort Access to Mount Washington Resort and Bretton Woods is a little limited at the moment, but the Bretton Woods Adventure Center is open today, and we hope to have the two golf courses open tomorrow to try to bring a little fun back to the lives of those in the area.









5:00pm UPDATTE 8/29/11

I have been able to find out the following updates on the attractions:

Route 16 is open thru Pinkham Notch.

THE WHITE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL FOREST IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/forests/white_mountain/

Hobo RR & Cafe Lafayette Dinner Train Hope to operate on Saturday

Mount Washington Auto Road Hopes to re-open late this week

Conway Scenic Railroad The 4th Iron Bridge (Route 302) is gone, but the trestle is fine. Our crew went over it going to and returning from Crawford Station this afternoon. Based on preliminary inspections, the tracks in Bartlett suffered the most damage from the storm. We'll have more details to report tomorrow, and possibly some pictures, too. Wishing all of our neighbors and friends a speedy recovery from Irene! The Conway Valley Train is running, and the 11:30 departure is boarding now. All departures this week will be to Conway: 10:30, 11:30, 1:30, 2:30, 4:30, and 6:00. No dining car service today or tomorrow due to access issues with our restaurant partner, Attitash in Bartlett. Due to track damage that's been identified, we don't expect to have the Bartlett and Notch trains in operation this week. We'll continue to post updates as we have them. Thanks, Everyone, for your good wishes and support!

Loon Mountain . Due to the heavy storm with Hurricane Irene, Loon is closed Monday, Aug. 29. We plan to reopen tomorrow, August 30! KEEP IN MIND THAT THE ENTRANCE WILL MOST LIKELY BE THE COOPER MEMORIAL BRIDGE BEHIND SOUTH MOUNTAIN

Squam Lakes Science Center Good news! We had a few branches down but did not sustain any major damage. We will open today at noon so stop by for a visit! We will not have any lake cruises or Up Close to Animals presentations but the trails will be open at noon.



This is why the Kancamangus Highway is closed. This scene below is repeated numerous times all the way over to North Conway. Photo taken by Lorna Colquhoun
























Franconia Notch State Park - UPDATE:
- Flume Gorge re-opens Monday @ Noon
- Lafayette Place opens Monday Afternoon. Full facilities open Tuesday.
- Paved Rec Path is open.
- Artists Bluff Trail and Pemi Trail are open.
...- Waysides are open.
- Cannon RV Park opens today, available for overnight tonight.
- Cannon Aerial Tramway reopens on Tuesday @ 9am
- The Basin & trails reopen on Tuesday.
- Echo Lake Beach reopens on Tuesday.
Camping Reservations: 877-NHPARKS Park Info: 603-823

Please click on this Link for more information regarding White Mountain Attractions:
http://www.visitwhitemountains.com/uploads/images/pdfs/HurricaneIrene_2011.pdf

Sunday, August 28, 2011

HURRICANE IRENE UPDATE 8/28/11


Please click here for the latest on Hurricane Irene. I have posted information on Road Conditions, Hiking Trails, campgrounds, Attractions and the White Mountain National Forest, among other things.





The Lincoln, NH area was hit hard by flash flooding from Hurricane Irene. There are numerous road closing and detours set up.

The Kancamangus Highway is closed down possible for 3-4 weeks. Other road clouse information can be found here: http://www.nh.gov/readynh/documents/082811-1930-road-closures.pdf

Power Outage Map can be found here : http://www.nhec.com/oms.php

More information will be posted when I receive it. Here is a link to the Town of Lincoln Facebook page which has provided excellent updates tonight: https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Town-of-Lincoln-NH/187457257976414





Saturday, August 27, 2011

FISH AND GAME: BE OUT OF THE WOODS AND OFF THE WATER BY SATURDAY EVENING

FISH AND GAME: BE OUT OF THE WOODS AND OFF THE WATER BY SATURDAY EVENING

CONCORD, N.H. -- The State of New Hampshire will experience a significant weather event this weekend, which will likely bring high winds – including the possibility of hurricane force winds – and heavy rains, which could cause flash flooding, particularly in small streams and rivers. Due to the severity of this storm, N.H. Fish and Game Department Executive Director Glenn Normandeau is urging all outdoor enthusiasts to be out of the woods, off the water and headed for home by Saturday evening.

"It is unlikely that search and rescue operations will be feasible during the height of the storm. For that reason, we are urging the public – whether you're hiking, camping, fishing or boating anywhere in the state – to complete your outdoor recreation and get home by Saturday night. For your safety and the safety of rescue personnel, get out of the woods and off the water by Saturday evening,” Normandeau said.

Campgrounds and day use areas in all New Hampshire State Parks, Forests and Trails, will be closed from 6 p.m. on Saturday, August 27, through Monday, August 29. Parks plan to reopen on Tuesday morning. The reopening of the parks will be subject to any damage and debris removal needed in the aftermath of the storm.

The National Forest Services has also informed the State that all trails and campgrounds in the White Mountain National Forest will be closed. Appalachian Mountain Club huts will also be closed. Trailheads will be posted and parking lots gated. Those in the hiking community are urged to spread the word to fellow hikers and backcountry campers.

Anticipated heavy rains can cause flash flooding that can turn tiny mountain brooks into raging, impassable torrents without notice. Statewide, all waterbodies are expected to rise, and flows to become too swift and strong to navigate safely. Boaters are advised to stay off waterbodies statewide on Sunday and stay off until conditions improve.

For updated New Hampshire hurricane-related information and safety tips, visit http://www.nh.gov/readynh.

Hurricane Irene Update


White Mountains Attractions and Businesses Closing for Hurricane Irene
** IMPORTANT WARNING TO ALL LEVELS of HIKERS**
**The White Mountain National Forest Trail Systems, Campgrounds and Shelters
will be CLOSED starting SATURDAY at 6pm and ending MONDAY at mid-night.

**The Appalachian Mountain Club Trail Systems, Shelters and Visitor Centers will
be CLOSED starting SATURDAY at 6pm ending Monday at mid-night.

**The NH State Parks Systems and Visitor Centers will be CLOSED starting
SATURDAY at 6pm and ending MONDAY at mid-night.

Attractions (subject to change)
Attitash Mountain
– CLOSED on Sunday August 28th
Cannon Mountain – CLOSED on Sunday and Monday August 28th & 29th
Clark’s Trading Post – CLOSED on Sunday August 28th
Flume Gorge – CLOSED on Sunday and Monday August 28th & 29th
Loon Mountain – all activities are CLOSED on Sunday August 28th, the Gondola will
remain CLOSED on Monday August 29th
Polar Caves Park – CLOSED on Sunday August 28th
Santa’s Village – CLOSED on Sunday and Monday August 28th & 29th
Wildcat Mountain – CLOSED on Sunday August 28th

Activity based Businesses (subject to change)

Museum of NH History – CLOSED on Sunday and Monday August 28th & 29th
New England Ski Museum – CLOSED on Sunday August 28th
Pemi Valley Excursions – CLOSED for Moose Tours on Sunday August 28th
Squam Lakes Science Center – CLOSED on Sunday and Monday August 28th & 29th
Weeks State Park – CLOSED on Sunday, Monday & Tuesday August 28th-30th

Lodges and Campgrounds in the area report they plan to stay open
*best to check with the individual businesses*

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

Limited Number of Polar Express Tickets Available



The Believe in Books Literacy Foundation has made a limited number of tickets available for the Lincoln Performance. Please follow this link to find dates and availability.

A magical Journey to the North Pole! The Polar Express Event of New England® offers this truly unique adventure as a four dimensional interactive experience that only happens here in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. We are the original Polar Express Event that includes a wonderful train ride, a sea of elves, and of course, Santa himself!
With exclusive treats and gifts, your two-hour holiday journey will include a wonderful walk to the North Pole Theater, where the little boy in Chris Van Allsburg’s story has grown old, and will read the Polar Express book to explain his journey when he was young. This journey will make true believers out of all ages, reminding us that gift of giving is truly the best gift of all.
We encourage reading the Polar Express book by Chris Van Allsburg, giving you insight to this memorable experience.
Net proceeds from the Polar Express Event of New England® fund Literacy Programs, such as our Books in Character Outreach program, the Believe in Books Bookbag Program, and our Books from Birth program in Northern New Hampshire and Western Maine.






Thursday, August 11, 2011

Activities Schedule Aug 15 to 21, 2011

Monday, Aug 15th, 2011
9:00AM Day Break Update at Pollard Brook (FREE EVENT)
Join our Adventure Concierge for a fun and informational gathering where we will update you on all of our activities, local events and answer any questions you may have! Complimentary donuts!
2:00PM Hike to Sabbaday Falls & Rocky Gorge($5 per person)
Join us as we head out on the Kanc over to Sabbaday Falls. Sabbaday Falls is a 3/4 mile round trip hike up to a 3 tiered waterfall!! Most of the trail is flat, except for one small hill. This is a very scenic area with a beautiful waterfall! Rocky Gorge is a smaller gorge with a good sized waterfall a few miles down the road from Sabbaday Falls. This scenic area in the Swift river is not something you want to miss! Sturdy footwear is highly recommended NO SANDALS!
4:00PM Junior Tennis Clinic ($15 per person ages 5-15)
Sign up for a tennis lesson with our tennis pro Hayden Roma. This is a junior lesson for ages 5-15, the clinic will run 1 hour and will work to increase confidence, skills, and knowledge to improve their overall tennis game.
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)

Tuesday, Aug 16th, 2011
10:00AM Blueberry Picking and Lunch at Windy Ridge Orchard
($20 per person or $25 per person if we travel by bus)
Join us as we head west of Lincoln to Windy Ridge Orchard in North Haverhill, NH. We will have lunch there at the Cider House Café. After lunch you will head out to the blueberry fields and pick a pint of blueberries. All sandwiches are made from locally produced products.
3:00PM Fadden's Sugar House and General Store (FREE EVENT)
We will head over to North Woodstock and meet with the Fadden Family and see how they make Maple Syrup.You will be able to observe the process in the modern facility as well as see an example of the way it was done in the good ole days.
6:00PM Tie Dye T-shirts ($5 per shirt—$3 if you have your own)Come down to the Fun Factory to make a tie dye t-shirt. We have shirts of all sizes, but your welcome to bring your own. We will have 3 different colors to create your tie dye masterpiece!
7:30PM S’mores by the Campfire (FREE EVENT)
Join Eric down at the fire pit to make some delicious smores. We will have the marshmallows, chocolate, and graham crackers, as well as the sticks to roast with
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)

Wednesday Aug. 17th, 2011
8:45AM COG Railway ($35 per person. Travel will be in Caravan Format)
Join Eric as we head up to the famous Cog Railway. This railway chugs up the side of Mt. Washington all the way to the top where you can experience “the world’s worst weather” At the top you will get magnificent views on a nice day, and at the very least, you will get to stand on the tallest mountain in the northeast.
3:00PM Sand Art ($3-$7 depends on the size of bottle)Join the Eric in the Fun Factory were you will be making sand art!
5:00PM Ice Cream for Dinner ($3 per bowl)
Come down to the Fun Factory just off the main lobby for an ice cream social. We will have different kinds of ice cream, and almost everything you can think of for toppings.

6:45PM Moose Tour ($25 Adults - $16 Children 12 and under)
Come along for a ride on the famous Moose Tour Bus! This 3 hour tour will take you all over northern New Hampshire looking for MOOSE! But this is no ordinary bus ride, filled with bubble machines, disco lights, and many other fun things to make the ride that much
more fun! There is no guarantee you will see moose, but this is your best chance!! The
bus will pick up at Pollard Brook at 6:45PM so arrive a few minutes early and be sure to sign up because there are a limited number of seats.
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)

Thursday, Aug. 18th, 2011
9:00AM Junior Tennis Clinic ($15 per person ages 5-15)
See Monday @ 4:00pm for details
7:00PM Half Moon Jewelry Design Your Jewelry Workshop (Class fee of $5 per person plus cost of materials used Kids under 12 do not pay the fee)Join Joyce Schwartz in the Fun Factory to design your own jewelry! This will be a design your own necklace, bracelet, ankle bracelet and earrings class.This class will be around 2 hours as you are starting from scratch and it takes a little longer.
8:00PM Flume Gorge Movie
Come down to the lobby and learn about the famous Flume Gorge. One of the natural beauties of the White Mountains.

Friday, Aug. 19th, 2011
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)

Saturday, Aug. 20th, 2011
9:00AM Junior Tennis Clinic ($15 per person ages 5-15)
See Monday @ 4:00pm for details
10:00AM Adult Tennis Clinic ($25 per person ages 16 and up)
Join our tennis pro Hayden Roma for an adult tennis clinic. This clinic will run approx.1 hour and will work to increase confidence, skills, and knowledge to improve their overall tennis game.
6:45PM Moose Tour ($25 Adults - $16 Children 12 and under)
Come along for a ride on the famous Moose Tour Bus! This 3 hour tour will take you all over northern New Hampshire looking for MOOSE! But this is no ordinary bus ride, filled with bubble machines, disco lights, and many other fun things to make the ride that much more fun! There is no guarantee you will see moose, but this is your best chance!! Please go to Moose Booth on Main St. to board the Bus.
7:00PM Half Moon Jewelry Design ($11-$16 per necklace depending on size) (Earring sets also available $5-$14)
Come down to the Fun Factory to make your own jewelry with Half Moon Jewelry Design owner Joyce Schwartz. She will provide the kits and guide you through the process of making your own jewelry! Event will run from 7-8pm and is a great craft for all ages!
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT) See Friday for details

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Activities Schedule for August 5 to 13, 2011

Friday, Aug. 5th, 2011
9:30AM Cannon Mountain Aerial Tram Trip ($11 per person)
Join Eric as he heads over to Cannon Mtn. and ride the aerial tram to the top, where you can eat lunch, and hike around the rim trail, seeing views of all the Notch, and on a clear day, you can see 4 states, and sometimes into Canada!
3:00PM Sand Art ($3-$7 depends on the size of bottle)
Join the Recreational staff in the Fun Factory were you will be making sand art!
5:00PM S’mores by the Campfire (FREE EVENT) Join Eric down at the fire pit to make some delicious smores. We will have the marshmallows, chocolate, and graham crackers, as well as the sticks to roast with
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)

Saturday, Aug. 6th, 2011
9:00AM Junior Tennis Clinic ($15 per person ages 5-15)

See Monday @ 4:00pm for details
10:00AM Adult Tennis Clinic ($25 per person ages 16 and up)
Join our tennis pro Hayden Roma for an adult tennis clinic. This clinic will run approx.1 hour and will work to increase confidence, skills, and knowledge to improve their overall tennis game.
6:45PM Moose Tour ($25 Adults - $16 Children 12 and under) Come along for a ride on the famous Moose Tour Bus! This 3 hour tour will take you all over northern New Hampshire looking for MOOSE! But this is no ordinary bus ride, filled with bubble machines, disco lights, and many other fun things to make the ride that much more fun! There is no guarantee you will see moose, but this is your best chance!! Please go to Moose Booth on Main St. to board the Bus.
7:00PM Half Moon Jewelry Design ($11-$16 per necklace depending on size) (Earring sets also available $5-$14)
Come down to the Fun Factory to make your own jewelry with Half Moon Jewelry Design owner Joyce Schwartz. She will provide the kits and guide you through the process of making your own jewelry! Event will run from 7-8pm and is a great craft for all ages!
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT) See Friday for details

Monday, Aug 8th, 2011
9:00AM Day Break Update at Pollard Brook (FREE EVENT)

Join our Adventure Concierge for a fun and informational gathering where we will update you on all of our activities, local events and answer any questions you may have! Complimentary donuts!
2:00PM Hike to Sabbaday Falls & Rocky Gorge($5 per person) Join us as we head out on the Kanc over to Sabbaday Falls. Sabbaday Falls is a 3/4 mile round trip hike up to a 3 tiered waterfall!! Most of the trail is flat, except for one small hill. This is a very scenic area with a beautiful waterfall! Rocky Gorge is a smaller gorge with a good sized waterfall a few miles down the road from Sabbaday Falls. This scenic area in the Swift river is not something you want to miss! Sturdy footwear is highly recommended NO SANDALS!
4:00PM Junior Tennis Clinic ($15 per person ages 5-15)
Sign up for a tennis lesson with our tennis pro Hayden Roma. This is a junior lesson for ages 5-15, the clinic will run 1 hour and will work to increase confidence, skills, and knowledge to improve their overall tennis game.
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)

Tuesday, Aug 9th, 2011
10:00AM Blueberry Picking and Lunch at Windy Ridge Orchard($20 per person or $25 per person if we travel by bus)
Join us as we head west of Lincoln to Windy Ridge Orchard in North Haverhill, NH. We will have lunch there at the Cider House Café. After lunch you will head out to the blu-eberry fields and pick a pint of blueberries. All sandwiches are made from locally pro-duced products.
3:00PM Fadden's Sugar House and General Store (FREE EVENT)
We will head over to North Woodstock and meet with the Fadden Family and see how they make Maple Syrup.You will be able to observe the process in the modern facility as well as see an example of the way it was done in the good ole days.
6:00PM Tie Dye T-shirts ($5 per shirt—$3 if you have your own)
Come down to the Fun Factory to make a tie dye t-shirt. We have shirts of all sizes, but your welcome to bring your own. We will have 3 different colors to create your tie dye masterpiece!
7:30PM S’mores by the Campfire (FREE EVENT) Join Eric down at the fire pit to make some delicious smores. We will have the marshmallows, chocolate, and graham crackers, as well as the sticks to roast with
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)

Wednesday Aug. 10th, 2011
8:45AM COG Railway ($45 per person. Includes Round Trip Transportation)

Join Eric as we head up to the famous Cog Railway. This railway chugs up the side of Mt. Washington all the way to the top where you can experience “the world’s worst weather” At the top you will get magnificent views on a nice day, and at the very least, you will get to stand on the tallest mountain in the northeast.
9:00AM Junior Tennis Clinic ($15 per person ages 5-15)
See Monday @ 4:00pm for details
4:00PM Sand Art ($3-$7 depends on the size of bottle)
Join the Eric in the Fun Factory were you will be making sand art!
6:45PM Moose Tour ($25 Adults - $16 Children 12 and under) Come along for a ride on the famous Moose Tour Bus! This 3 hour tour will take you all over northern New Hampshire looking for MOOSE! But this is no ordinary bus ride, filled with bubble machines, disco lights, and many other fun things to make the ride that much
more fun! There is no guarantee you will see moose, but this is your best chance!! The
bus will pick up at Pollard Brook at 6:45PM so arrive a few minutes early and be sure to sign up be-cause there are a limited number of seats.
7:00PM Half Moon Jewelry Design ($12 per bracelet) (or $15-$17 per ankle bracelet)
Come down to the Fun Factory to make your own jewelry with Half Moon Jewelry Design owner Joyce Schwartz. She will provide the kits and guide you through the process of making your own jewelry! Event will run from 7-8pm and is a great craft for all ages!
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)

Thursday, Aug. 11th., 2011
7:00PM Half Moon Jewelry Design Your Jewelry Workshop (Class fee of $5 per person plus cost of materials used Kids under 12 do not pay the fee)
Join Joyce Schwartz in the Fun Factory to design your own jewelry! This will be a design your own necklace, bracelet, ankle bracelet and earrings class.This class will be around 2 hours as you are starting from scratch and it takes a little longer.
8:00PM Flume Gorge Movie Come down to the lobby and learn about the famous Flume Gorge. One of the natural beauties of the White Mountains.

Friday, Aug. 12th, 2011
9:30AM Cannon Mountain Aerial Tram Trip ($11 per person $8 for kids age 6-12)
Join Eric as he heads over to Cannon Mtn. and ride the aerial tram to the top, where you can eat lunch, and hike around the rim trail, seeing views of all the Notch, and on a clear day, you can see 4 states, and sometimes into Canada!
4:30PM Bingo Night ($1 per card)
Join Eric in the Fun Factory for some Bingo.

8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)

Saturday, Aug.13th, 2011
9:00AM Junior Tennis Clinic ($15 per person ages 5-15)
See Monday @ 4:00pm for details
10:00AM Tie Dye T-shirts ($5 per shirt—$3 if you have your own)
Come down to the Fun Factory to make a tie dye t-shirt. We have shirts of all sizes, but your welcome to bring your own. We will have 3 different colors to create your tie dye masterpiece!
10:00AM Adult Tennis Clinic ($25 per person ages 16 and up)
Join our tennis pro Hayden Roma for an adult tennis clinic. This clinic will run approx.1 hour and will work to increase confidence, skills, and knowledge to improve their overall tennis game.
2:00PM Ice Cream Social ($3 per bowl) Come down to the Fun Factory just off the main lobby for an ice cream social. We will have different kinds of ice cream, and almost everything you can think of for toppings.
5:00PM S’mores by the Campfire (FREE EVENT) Join Eric down at the fire pit to make some delicious smores. We will have the marshmallows, chocolate, and graham crackers, as well as the sticks to roast with
6:45PM Moose Tour ($25 Adults - $16 Children 12 and under) Come along for a ride on the famous Moose Tour Bus! This 3 hour tour will take you all over northern New Hampshire looking for MOOSE! But this is no ordinary bus ride, filled with bubble machines, disco lights, and many other fun things to make the ride that much more fun! There is no guarantee you will see moose, but this is your best chance!! Please go to Moose Booth on Main St. to board the Bus.
7:00PM Half Moon Jewelry Design ($11-$16 per necklace depending on size) (Earring sets also available $5-$14)
Come down to the Fun Factory to make your own jewelry with Half Moon Jewelry Design owner Joyce Schwartz. She will provide the kits and guide you through the process of making your own jewelry! Event will run from 7-8pm and is a great craft for all ages!
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT) See Friday for details