Friday, October 30th, 2009
10:00AM Join our staff in our very own Halloween Costume Contest!
Come on down to our main lobby to see what our staff has come up with this year! Prizes will be awarded to the two best costumes of 2009. Join in the fun and be as creative as you’d like! Can YOU beat our employee’s costumes?
1:00PM Glass Painting ($3-$5 each, depending on which size you choose to paint.) @ Pollard Brook
Use acrylic based paints to create some glass masterpieces! Sizes range from small to large. Held in the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook.
7:00pm Pumpkin Carving ($4-7 depending on size of pumpkins)
In the Fun Factory we will be craving pumpkins. Please sign up for this event 24 hours in advance so we can buy enough pumpkins for everyone. You are also welcome to bring your own pumpkin and come down to the Fun Factory to carve. Everything for this event will be there.
8:00pm Movie Night (FREE EVENT) @ both Resorts
Come down to the main lobby where we will provide snacks and a PG-13 rated movie for adults and teens to watch. Please bring a drink of your choice, free popcorn will be provided! The movie this week will have a Halloween Theme.
Saturday, October 31st, 2009 HALLOWEEN
10:00 pm Awesome Autumn Tour ($25 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Climb aboard our spectacular bus as we head up to the Windy Ridge Orchard. Cost is $25 per person and includes: your choice of lunch from the Cider House Café at the Windy Ridge Orchard, informational stops at 3 covered bridges, and a visit to the oldest General Store in the country. 4-5 hour trip.
4:00pm Join in our very own Halloween Costume Contest! (This event will be held at Pollard Brook)
Come on down to our main lobby to see what other guests have come up with this year! Prizes will be awarded to the two best costumes of 2009. Join in the fun and be as creative as you’d like! Costumes must be family friendly.
8:00pm Children’s Movie Night (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby in your pj’s with blankets
Monday, November 2nd, 2009
Coloring Contest & Photo Scavenger Hunt Begins
Show us your creativity! Simply stop at the Front Desk or the Recreation Desk for your worksheets!
9:00am Day Break Update at Pollard Brook (FREE EVENT)
Join our Adventure Concierges 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 and juice!
10:00 am Covered Bridge Tour ($5 per person) pick up at both Resorts
Join Steve and Meghan they will go out and head over to Bath, NH to see the Swiftwater Covered Bridge and NH’s Longest covered Bridge. We will also be stopping at the Bath General Store which is the oldest general store in America. 2-3 hour tour
1:30PM Make Your Own Bird Feeder (FREE EVENT) @ South Mountain
Join us at South Mountain as we take peanut butter, bird seed, and other things to create a bird feeder to attract all the winged creatures in your area! Very quick and easy craft!
5:00pm Bingo At Pollard Brook (Entry fee: 1$ per card)
Event will be held in the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook. One dollar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!
Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009
8:00am Plan your Day with our Recreation Assistant , Steve Balgach At South Mountain
You will have a great opportunity to ask Steve all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Also help you with our discounted tickets we offer. Don’t miss out on this!
8:00am Water Mix Aerobics @ Pollard Brook Pool ($10 per person)
Professional water aerobics instructor, Stacee Caulder will lead guests in a 1-hour session at the resort. Stacee will lead guests who are 18 years or older in a high energy water exercise she calls Aqua-Mix Aerobics. The class can accommodate the first 12 people who sign up. The class will be held in the indoor pool at Pollard which will be open exclusively for this class. Participants need not be able to swim but must feel comfortable in the water. A fee of $10 per session will be charged and can be charged to the guest’s unit.
9:30AM Mount Washington Discovery Center($13 per person includes transportation)
The Mount Washington Observatory Weather Discovery Center in North Conway is an interactive science museum that brings the wonder of the atmosphere right to your fingertips The special admission price includes a brief orientation film, a facilitated exhibits visit with one of the museum staff, and a "virtual visit" to the summit of the mountain via video link. The Discovery Center is normally closed, but will be opening just for our visit.
1:00PM Caramel Apples ($1 per apple) @ Pollard Brook
Create your very own caramel apples with your favorite candy or nut topping! Event to be held in the Fun Factory @ Pollard Brook
3:00pm Fadden's Sugar House and General Store (Free Event) (Pick up @ both Resorts)
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.
5:00 pm Wine & Cheese Social (FREE EVENT!)
Join your fellow resort mates for an evening of wine and cheese in a social environment! Event will run approximately 1 hour and will be held in the main lobby at InnSeason Resort Pollard Brook. Non-alcoholic beverages will be provided for minors who wish to attend.
8:00PM Cog Video in Lobby of Pollard Brook. (Free Event)
Come watch an informational video about the historic Cog Railway. See why they call it the Railway to the Moon.
Wednesday, November 4th, 2009
9:30am Wreath Making ($25.00 includes wreath and transportation)
You have a great chance to go to Green Thumb in Haverhill, NH to make your very own wreath! It will be 22 inches wide and you will have all the materials to decorate it. This will be 2-3 hours long.
2:00pm Gifts in a Jar ($5 per Jar) @ Pollard Brook
Choose between making a layered chocolate brownie mix, spiral festive soup mix, or a special treat for your four legged friends with our layered dog biscuit mix! Take home a special treat as a great gift.
8:00pm Movie Night (FREE EVENT) @ both Resorts
Come down to the main lobby where we will provide snacks and a PG-13 rated movie for adults and teens to watch. Please bring a drink of your choice, free popcorn will be provided!
Thursday, November 5th, 2009
Coloring Contest Deadline! (Please pass in all colored pages to the Front Desk)
Make sure to come to the Recreation Desk to see if you made our Coloring Contest Wall of Fame!
8:15am COG Railway—Ride to the top of Mt. Washington, New Hampshire’s Highest Peak
($42 per person CASH ONLY)
The ever-changing surroundings, the magnificent views, the sights and sounds of the unique steam locomotives in action, and some of the steepest Railway tracks in existence all combine to place it among the best of the world’s great railway journeys. This is a trip that must be made to be fully appreciated! Trip is strictly caravan—you must take your own vehicle. This is a Cash Only trip and we must have a minimum of 20 people to go.
9:00 am Cabot Creamery ($20.00 per person includes admission )
Cabot Creamery is a farm family-owned cooperative located in the hills of Vermont producing all natural, award– winning cheeses, including the "World's Best Cheddar", as well as a tasty variety of flavored cheddars. Join Steve as he will be taking you to Vermont and you can see for yourself why they have the “World’s Best Cheddar.” Lunch will be on your own we will be stopping during this trip. 5-6 hour tour
4:00 pm Festive Fall Wreath ($4 per wreath) @ Pollard Brook Come down to the Fun Factory and create a fall festive wreath. You will see how to make a wreath out of 2 x 2 inch fabric cut outs, Styrofoam circle, glue and a screwdriver. It’s a craft that will be enjoyed by all!
Friday, November 6th, 2009
10:30am Sabbaday Falls & Rocky Gorge ($5 per person) (Pick up at both Resorts)
We will take the van to Rocky Gorge located off Rt 112. Then we will head back towards Sabbaday Falls and make a stop there.
1:00PM Finger Stamp Place Cards (FREE EVENT) at Pollard Brook
These handy little birds are great seat markers and a fun activity! Create a place card for everyone joining you on Thanksgiving! You will create a turkey using your very own finger paint.
3:00PM Decoupaqe Plates ($3 per plate)
Bring your personal vacation photos, or use our brochures and pamphlets. Choose many different colors of tissue paper and word art to create a wonderful collage of your favorite memories of vacation!
5-8:00pm Meet and Greet with our Adventure Concierge, Eric Pyra At South Mountain
At South Mountain you will have a great opportunity to ask Eric all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Don’t miss out on this!
Saturday, November 7th, 2009
9:00AM A Thanksgiving Turkey (FREE EVENT)
This is a great chance to involve your entire family! You will start by cutting out construction paper turkey feathers, body and feet. You will give each member of your family a feather to write what the or she is thankful for this year. Once you get home, you mail them to your relatives and ask them to write what they are thankful for. On Thanksgiving day you can assemble your turkey and display for everyone to see! Sharing the sentiments of relatives who are far away makes the day even more special!
10:30 AM Hike Georgina (FREE EVENT)1.6 - 2.6 miles round trip
Join Steve on a trip to Georgiana Falls! .8 miles into the woods you come upon the Lower Falls, which consists of a 30 foot high set of cascades spread across a 20 foot wide ledge. .5 miles further and you come across the Upper Falls, where the Harvard Brook splits in 2 and drops over 60 feet into the long chasm below. *Requires uphill climbing once at the falls*
1:00PM Playground Games
Join the Recreational staff outside and play all sorts of kids games. Freeze Tag, Red Light Green Light, Red Rover, Capture the Flag, Hopscotch, and Sidewalk Chalk. Please sign up in advance. This event geared for children ages 3-8.
4:00pm Candy Bar Bingo At South Mountain (Entry fee: 1 candy bar per card)
Event will be held in the meeting room at South Mountain. One candy bar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!
7:00pm S’Mores by the Campfire at SOUTH MOUNTAIN (FREE EVENT!)
Children and adults are invited to the fire pit at South Mountain to make smores around the campfire. We will provide everything you need to make the perfect smore! The fire pit at South Mountain is in the back next to the outdoor pool.
8:00pm Children’s Movie Night (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby in your pj’s with blankets and pillows to watch a movie the whole family can enjoy. We will provide popcorn, so make sure to bring a drink.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Activities Schedule October 23 - 31, 2009
Friday, October 23rd, 2009
9:30am Ultimate Franconia Notch Trip ($20 per person includes ticket into Flume and Cannon Tram)
Climb aboard the company van for a fun filled day packed with exciting activities and sights you do not want to miss out on! We will visit the Flume Gorge and take .
1:00PM Glass Painting ($3-$5 each, depending on which size you choose to paint.) @ Pollard Brook
Use acrylic based paints to create some glass masterpieces! Sizes range from small to large. Held in the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook.
3:00pm Decoupaqe Plates ($3 per plate)
Bring your personal vacation photos, or use our brochures and pamphlets. Choose many different colors of tissue paper and word art to create a wonderful collage of your favorite memories on vacation!
5-8:00pm Meet and Greet with our Asst. Recreation Director, Meghan Spaulding At South Mountain
At South Mountain you will have a great opportunity to ask Meghan all about what you need to know on your vacation! She will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Don’t miss out on this!
Saturday, October 24th, 2009
12:00 pm Awesome Autumn Tour ($25 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Climb aboard our spectacular bus as we head up to the Windy Ridge Orchard. Cost is $25 per person and includes: your choice of lunch from the Cider House Café at the Windy Ridge Orchard, informational stops at 3 covered bridges, a visit to the oldest General Store in the country, and a stop at At the Hop Ice Cream Shop. 4-5 hour trip.
5:00pm Candy Bar Bingo At South Mountain (Entry fee: 1 candy bar per card)
Event will be held in the meeting room at South Mountain. One candy bar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!
7:00pm S’Mores by the Campfire at SOUTH MOUNTAIN (FREE EVENT!)
Children and adults are invited to the fire pit at South Mountain to make smores around the campfire. We will provide everything you need to make the perfect smore! The fire pit at South Mountain is in the back next to the outdoor pool.
8:00pm Children’s Movie Night (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby in your pj’s with blankets and pillows to watch a movie the whole family can enjoy. We will provide popcorn, so make sure to bring a drink.
Monday, October 26th 2009
Coloring Contest & Photo Scavenger Hunt Begins
Show us your creativity! Simply stop at the Front Desk or the Recreation Desk for your worksheets!
9:00am Day Break Update at Pollard Brook (FREE EVENT)
Join our Adventure Concierges 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 and juice!
10:30am Sabbaday Falls & Rocky Gorge ($5 per person) (Pick up at both Resorts)
We will take the van to Rocky Gorge located off Rt 112. Then we will head back towards Sabbaday Falls and make a stop there.
1:30pm Salt Dough Ghost (FREE EVENT)
Join us in the Fun Factory to make Salt Dough Ghost. This Craft project will get you into the spirit of Halloween quickly. It’s a quick craft but come on down to make a batch of mini sprites to use as party decorations or favors.
3:00pm Gifts in a Jar ($5 per Jar) @ Pollard Brook
Choose between making a layered chocolate brownie mix, spiral festive soup mix, or a special treat for your four legged friends with our layered dog biscuit mix! Take home a special treat as a great gift.
5:00pm Bingo At Pollard Brook (Entry fee: 1$ per card)
Event will be held in the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook. One dollar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!
Tuesday, October 27th, 2009
8:00am Plan your Day with our Recreation Assistant , Steve Balgach At South Mountain
You will have a great opportunity to ask Steve all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Also help you with our discounted tickets we offer. Don’t miss out on this!
8:00am Water Mix Aerobics @ Pollard Brook Pool ($10 per person)
Professional water aerobics instructor, Stacee Caulder will lead guests in a 1-hour session at the resort. Stacee will lead guests who are 18 years or older in a high energy water exercise she calls Aqua-Mix Aerobics. The class can accommodate the first 12 people who sign up. The class will be held in the indoor pool at Pollard which will be open exclusively for this class. Participants need not be able to swim but must feel comfortable in the water. A fee of $10 per session will be charged and can be charged to the guest’s unit.
10:00 am Awesome Autumn Tour ($25 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Climb aboard our spectacular bus as we head up to the Windy Ridge Orchard. Cost is $25 per person and includes: your choice of lunch from the Cider House Café at the Windy Ridge Orchard, informational stops at 3 covered bridges, and a visit to the oldest General Store in the country. 4-5 hour trip.
11:00am Flower Pot Pumpkins ($5.00 per pot)
Come down to the fun factory and see how you can make this nonperishable alternative pumpkin. There is no Carving knife required.
3:00pm Fadden's Sugar House and General Store (Free Event) (Pick up @ both Resorts)
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.
5:00 pm Wine & Cheese Social (FREE EVENT!)
Join your fellow resort mates for an evening of wine and cheese in a social environment! Event will run approximately 1 hour and will be held in the main lobby at InnSeason Resort Pollard Brook. Non-alcoholic beverages will be provided for minors who wish to attend.
8:00PM Cog Video in Lobby of Pollard Brook. (Free Event)
Come watch an informational video about the historic Cog Railway. See why they call it the Railway to the Moon.
Wednesday, October 28th 2009
10:00am Meghan's Mystery Tour— ($10 per person)
Join Meghan for a tour that is still a mystery to her. You might see some covered bridges, wildlife, foliage and whatever else we may come to during our travels! 3-4 Hour tour
4:30pm Baby Ghost (FREE EVENT)
In the Fun Factory we will be making Baby Ghost. It is a quick and easy craft that can be hung up anywhere!
8:00pm Movie Night (FREE EVENT) @ both Resorts
Come down to the main lobby where we will provide snacks and a PG-13 rated movie for adults and teens to watch. Please bring a drink of your choice, free popcorn will be provided!
Thursday, October 29th, 2009
Coloring Contest Deadline! (Please pass in all colored pages to the Front Desk)
Make sure to come to the Recreation Desk to see if you made our Coloring Contest Wall of Fame!
8:15am COG Railway—Ride to the top of Mt. Washington, New Hampshire’s Highest Peak
($42 per person CASH ONLY)
The ever-changing surroundings, the magnificent views, the sights and sounds of the unique steam locomotives in action, and some of the steepest Railway tracks in existence all combine to place it among the best of the world’s great railway journeys. This is a trip that must be made to be fully appreciated! Trip is strictly caravan—you must take your own vehicle. This is a Cash Only trip and we must have a minimum of 20 people to go.
10:00 am Covered Bridge Tour— ($5.00 per person) Pick up at both Resorts
Join Steve as he will take you to go see four covered bridges. You will leave the resort and head south to see the historical bridges. Approx. a 3-4 hour tour
5:30 pm Caramel Apples (FREE EVENT!) @ Pollard Brook
Create your very own caramel apples with your favorite candy or nut topping! Event to be held in the Fun Factory @ Pollard Brook
6:30 pm Festive Fall Wreath ($4 per wreath) @ Pollard Brook Come down to the Fun Factory and create a fall festive wreath. You will see how to make a wreath out of 2 x 2 inch fabric cut outs, Styrofoam circle, glue and a screwdriver. It’s a craft that will be enjoyed by all!
Friday, October 30th, 2009
10:00AM Join our staff in our very own Halloween Costume Contest!
Come on down to our main lobby to see what our staff has come up with this year! Prizes will be awarded to the two best costumes of 2009. Join in the fun and be as creative as you’d like! Can YOU beat our employee’s costumes?
1:00PM Glass Painting ($3-$5 each, depending on which size you choose to paint.) @ Pollard Brook
Use acrylic based paints to create some glass masterpieces! Sizes range from small to large. Held in the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook.
7:00pm Pumpkin Carving ($4-7 depending on size of pumpkins)
In the Fun Factory we will be craving pumpkins. Please sign up for this event 24 hours in advance so we can buy enough pumpkins for everyone. You are also welcome to bring your own pumpkin and come down to the Fun Factory to carve. Everything for this event will be there.
5-8:00pm Meet and Greet with our Adventure Concierge, Eric Pyra At South Mountain
At South Mountain you will have a great opportunity to ask Eric all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Don’t miss out on this!
8:00pm Movie Night (FREE EVENT) @ both Resorts
Come down to the main lobby where we will provide snacks and a PG-13 rated movie for adults and teens to watch. Please bring a drink of your choice, free popcorn will be provided! The movie this week will have a Halloween Theme.
Saturday, October 31st, 2009 HALLOWEEN
10:00 pm Awesome Autumn Tour ($25 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Climb aboard our spectacular bus as we head up to the Windy Ridge Orchard. Cost is $25 per person and includes: your choice of lunch from the Cider House Café at the Windy Ridge Orchard, informational stops at 3 covered bridges, and a visit to the oldest General Store in the country. 4-5 hour trip.
4:00pm Join in our very own Halloween Costume Contest! (This event will be held at Pollard Brook)
Come on down to our main lobby to see what other guests have come up with this year! Prizes will be awarded to the two best costumes of 2009. Join in the fun and be as creative as you’d like! Costumes must be family friendly.
7:00pm S’Mores by the Campfire at SOUTH MOUNTAIN (FREE EVENT!)
Children and adults are invited to the fire pit at South Mountain to make smores around the campfire. We will provide everything you need to make the perfect smore! The fire pit at South Mountain is in the back next to the outdoor pool.
8:00pm Children’s Movie Night (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby in your pj’s with blankets and pillows to watch a movie the whole family can enjoy. We will provide popcorn, so make sure to bring a drink.
9:30am Ultimate Franconia Notch Trip ($20 per person includes ticket into Flume and Cannon Tram)
Climb aboard the company van for a fun filled day packed with exciting activities and sights you do not want to miss out on! We will visit the Flume Gorge and take .
1:00PM Glass Painting ($3-$5 each, depending on which size you choose to paint.) @ Pollard Brook
Use acrylic based paints to create some glass masterpieces! Sizes range from small to large. Held in the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook.
3:00pm Decoupaqe Plates ($3 per plate)
Bring your personal vacation photos, or use our brochures and pamphlets. Choose many different colors of tissue paper and word art to create a wonderful collage of your favorite memories on vacation!
5-8:00pm Meet and Greet with our Asst. Recreation Director, Meghan Spaulding At South Mountain
At South Mountain you will have a great opportunity to ask Meghan all about what you need to know on your vacation! She will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Don’t miss out on this!
Saturday, October 24th, 2009
12:00 pm Awesome Autumn Tour ($25 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Climb aboard our spectacular bus as we head up to the Windy Ridge Orchard. Cost is $25 per person and includes: your choice of lunch from the Cider House Café at the Windy Ridge Orchard, informational stops at 3 covered bridges, a visit to the oldest General Store in the country, and a stop at At the Hop Ice Cream Shop. 4-5 hour trip.
5:00pm Candy Bar Bingo At South Mountain (Entry fee: 1 candy bar per card)
Event will be held in the meeting room at South Mountain. One candy bar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!
7:00pm S’Mores by the Campfire at SOUTH MOUNTAIN (FREE EVENT!)
Children and adults are invited to the fire pit at South Mountain to make smores around the campfire. We will provide everything you need to make the perfect smore! The fire pit at South Mountain is in the back next to the outdoor pool.
8:00pm Children’s Movie Night (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby in your pj’s with blankets and pillows to watch a movie the whole family can enjoy. We will provide popcorn, so make sure to bring a drink.
Monday, October 26th 2009
Coloring Contest & Photo Scavenger Hunt Begins
Show us your creativity! Simply stop at the Front Desk or the Recreation Desk for your worksheets!
9:00am Day Break Update at Pollard Brook (FREE EVENT)
Join our Adventure Concierges 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 and juice!
10:30am Sabbaday Falls & Rocky Gorge ($5 per person) (Pick up at both Resorts)
We will take the van to Rocky Gorge located off Rt 112. Then we will head back towards Sabbaday Falls and make a stop there.
1:30pm Salt Dough Ghost (FREE EVENT)
Join us in the Fun Factory to make Salt Dough Ghost. This Craft project will get you into the spirit of Halloween quickly. It’s a quick craft but come on down to make a batch of mini sprites to use as party decorations or favors.
3:00pm Gifts in a Jar ($5 per Jar) @ Pollard Brook
Choose between making a layered chocolate brownie mix, spiral festive soup mix, or a special treat for your four legged friends with our layered dog biscuit mix! Take home a special treat as a great gift.
5:00pm Bingo At Pollard Brook (Entry fee: 1$ per card)
Event will be held in the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook. One dollar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!
Tuesday, October 27th, 2009
8:00am Plan your Day with our Recreation Assistant , Steve Balgach At South Mountain
You will have a great opportunity to ask Steve all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Also help you with our discounted tickets we offer. Don’t miss out on this!
8:00am Water Mix Aerobics @ Pollard Brook Pool ($10 per person)
Professional water aerobics instructor, Stacee Caulder will lead guests in a 1-hour session at the resort. Stacee will lead guests who are 18 years or older in a high energy water exercise she calls Aqua-Mix Aerobics. The class can accommodate the first 12 people who sign up. The class will be held in the indoor pool at Pollard which will be open exclusively for this class. Participants need not be able to swim but must feel comfortable in the water. A fee of $10 per session will be charged and can be charged to the guest’s unit.
10:00 am Awesome Autumn Tour ($25 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Climb aboard our spectacular bus as we head up to the Windy Ridge Orchard. Cost is $25 per person and includes: your choice of lunch from the Cider House Café at the Windy Ridge Orchard, informational stops at 3 covered bridges, and a visit to the oldest General Store in the country. 4-5 hour trip.
11:00am Flower Pot Pumpkins ($5.00 per pot)
Come down to the fun factory and see how you can make this nonperishable alternative pumpkin. There is no Carving knife required.
3:00pm Fadden's Sugar House and General Store (Free Event) (Pick up @ both Resorts)
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.
5:00 pm Wine & Cheese Social (FREE EVENT!)
Join your fellow resort mates for an evening of wine and cheese in a social environment! Event will run approximately 1 hour and will be held in the main lobby at InnSeason Resort Pollard Brook. Non-alcoholic beverages will be provided for minors who wish to attend.
8:00PM Cog Video in Lobby of Pollard Brook. (Free Event)
Come watch an informational video about the historic Cog Railway. See why they call it the Railway to the Moon.
Wednesday, October 28th 2009
10:00am Meghan's Mystery Tour— ($10 per person)
Join Meghan for a tour that is still a mystery to her. You might see some covered bridges, wildlife, foliage and whatever else we may come to during our travels! 3-4 Hour tour
4:30pm Baby Ghost (FREE EVENT)
In the Fun Factory we will be making Baby Ghost. It is a quick and easy craft that can be hung up anywhere!
8:00pm Movie Night (FREE EVENT) @ both Resorts
Come down to the main lobby where we will provide snacks and a PG-13 rated movie for adults and teens to watch. Please bring a drink of your choice, free popcorn will be provided!
Thursday, October 29th, 2009
Coloring Contest Deadline! (Please pass in all colored pages to the Front Desk)
Make sure to come to the Recreation Desk to see if you made our Coloring Contest Wall of Fame!
8:15am COG Railway—Ride to the top of Mt. Washington, New Hampshire’s Highest Peak
($42 per person CASH ONLY)
The ever-changing surroundings, the magnificent views, the sights and sounds of the unique steam locomotives in action, and some of the steepest Railway tracks in existence all combine to place it among the best of the world’s great railway journeys. This is a trip that must be made to be fully appreciated! Trip is strictly caravan—you must take your own vehicle. This is a Cash Only trip and we must have a minimum of 20 people to go.
10:00 am Covered Bridge Tour— ($5.00 per person) Pick up at both Resorts
Join Steve as he will take you to go see four covered bridges. You will leave the resort and head south to see the historical bridges. Approx. a 3-4 hour tour
5:30 pm Caramel Apples (FREE EVENT!) @ Pollard Brook
Create your very own caramel apples with your favorite candy or nut topping! Event to be held in the Fun Factory @ Pollard Brook
6:30 pm Festive Fall Wreath ($4 per wreath) @ Pollard Brook Come down to the Fun Factory and create a fall festive wreath. You will see how to make a wreath out of 2 x 2 inch fabric cut outs, Styrofoam circle, glue and a screwdriver. It’s a craft that will be enjoyed by all!
Friday, October 30th, 2009
10:00AM Join our staff in our very own Halloween Costume Contest!
Come on down to our main lobby to see what our staff has come up with this year! Prizes will be awarded to the two best costumes of 2009. Join in the fun and be as creative as you’d like! Can YOU beat our employee’s costumes?
1:00PM Glass Painting ($3-$5 each, depending on which size you choose to paint.) @ Pollard Brook
Use acrylic based paints to create some glass masterpieces! Sizes range from small to large. Held in the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook.
7:00pm Pumpkin Carving ($4-7 depending on size of pumpkins)
In the Fun Factory we will be craving pumpkins. Please sign up for this event 24 hours in advance so we can buy enough pumpkins for everyone. You are also welcome to bring your own pumpkin and come down to the Fun Factory to carve. Everything for this event will be there.
5-8:00pm Meet and Greet with our Adventure Concierge, Eric Pyra At South Mountain
At South Mountain you will have a great opportunity to ask Eric all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Don’t miss out on this!
8:00pm Movie Night (FREE EVENT) @ both Resorts
Come down to the main lobby where we will provide snacks and a PG-13 rated movie for adults and teens to watch. Please bring a drink of your choice, free popcorn will be provided! The movie this week will have a Halloween Theme.
Saturday, October 31st, 2009 HALLOWEEN
10:00 pm Awesome Autumn Tour ($25 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Climb aboard our spectacular bus as we head up to the Windy Ridge Orchard. Cost is $25 per person and includes: your choice of lunch from the Cider House Café at the Windy Ridge Orchard, informational stops at 3 covered bridges, and a visit to the oldest General Store in the country. 4-5 hour trip.
4:00pm Join in our very own Halloween Costume Contest! (This event will be held at Pollard Brook)
Come on down to our main lobby to see what other guests have come up with this year! Prizes will be awarded to the two best costumes of 2009. Join in the fun and be as creative as you’d like! Costumes must be family friendly.
7:00pm S’Mores by the Campfire at SOUTH MOUNTAIN (FREE EVENT!)
Children and adults are invited to the fire pit at South Mountain to make smores around the campfire. We will provide everything you need to make the perfect smore! The fire pit at South Mountain is in the back next to the outdoor pool.
8:00pm Children’s Movie Night (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby in your pj’s with blankets and pillows to watch a movie the whole family can enjoy. We will provide popcorn, so make sure to bring a drink.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Wine Dinner at Vita Cafe & Wine Bar on Saturday October 24, 2009
On October 24, 2009 we will be having a Wine Dinner at Vita Cafe & Wine Bar in Lincoln. The menu is as follows: 
Appetizer: Veal Saltimbocca
Wine: Bodegas Abanico “Eternum Viti” Toro
Entrée 1: Pan-Seared Salmon with Eggs and Capers
Wine: White Oak Chardonnay, Russian River Valley, CA
Entrée 2: Vegetable Risotto Cake with Red Pepper Coulade and Crème des Espinards
Wine: Luna Beberide Tinto, Vdt Castilla y leon, Spain
Entrée 3: Apple and Sage stuffed Pork Loin in a rich Burgundy Raisin Sauce
Wine: Lange Willamette Valley Reserve Pinot Noir
Dessert: Grande Marnier Chocolate Mousse
Wine: Macchia Mischevious, Zinfandel, Lodi, California
Wine: Bodegas Abanico “Eternum Viti” Toro
Entrée 1: Pan-Seared Salmon with Eggs and Capers
Wine: White Oak Chardonnay, Russian River Valley, CA
Entrée 2: Vegetable Risotto Cake with Red Pepper Coulade and Crème des Espinards
Wine: Luna Beberide Tinto, Vdt Castilla y leon, Spain
Entrée 3: Apple and Sage stuffed Pork Loin in a rich Burgundy Raisin Sauce
Wine: Lange Willamette Valley Reserve Pinot Noir
Dessert: Grande Marnier Chocolate Mousse
Wine: Macchia Mischevious, Zinfandel, Lodi, California
The cost for the wine dinner is $70 per person and includes all of the above plus tax and gratuity. Space is limited and reservations are required. Please call me directly on my cell phone at (508)364-51330 to reserve.
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Columbus Day Weekend Events & Happenings around Lincoln
This is a partial list of things that are going on around Lincoln this Weekend:
Lincoln:
14th Annual Lincoln Fall Craft Festival at the Lincoln Village Shops. Outdoor Arts and Craft Festival in the heart of the White Mountains Featuring 150 Booths of American made arts, crafts, food and live music. Free Admission ~ Rain or Shine.
Oktoberfest @ Loon Mountain.
This year’s Oktoberfest plans to be bigger and better than ever. We’re moving the whole show over to the Governor’s Lodge. That means more German music, more German food, and definitely more German beer!
What could be more fun than sharing a beautiful day with your friends and the Alpiner Oom-Pah Band? It's the 2009 Loon Mountain Oktoberfest. German music, German food, and German beer. There is no charge to enter the event; food and beer is ala carte.
Both days the party kicks off at 11 am when the grills fire up at the Octagon Lodge. Close your eyes and smell the sauerkraut, stew, strudel, bratwurst, and knockwurst.
12 - 5 PM Alpiner Oom-Pah Band Plays
3 PM Stein-holding Contest
Flying Yankee Open House at Hobo RR
Sat, October 10, 10am – 4pm
Flying Yankee Restoration Group hosts guided, historical tours of the 1935 Flying Yankee Passenger Train.
The event will take place rain or shine and will feature ongoing guided tours of the Flying Yankee inside and out permitting folks of all ages to get an up-close view of this historic train. Reservations are not required for the guided tours and there will be no entry fee to enjoy the Open House, but tax-deductible donations for the ongoing restoration project will be greatly appreciated.
Sandwich, NH
The Sandwich Fair will once again happen on Columbus Day Weekend. Just a short drive away the Sandwich Fair is one of the last Fairs of the season. A good time for families of all ages.
Come enjoy the great rides, great food and great people! Tractor pulls, horse shows, concessions, stage shows, horse and ox pulls, commercial and exposition buildings.
Lincoln:
14th Annual Lincoln Fall Craft Festival at the Lincoln Village Shops. Outdoor Arts and Craft Festival in the heart of the White Mountains Featuring 150 Booths of American made arts, crafts, food and live music. Free Admission ~ Rain or Shine.
Oktoberfest @ Loon Mountain.
This year’s Oktoberfest plans to be bigger and better than ever. We’re moving the whole show over to the Governor’s Lodge. That means more German music, more German food, and definitely more German beer!
What could be more fun than sharing a beautiful day with your friends and the Alpiner Oom-Pah Band? It's the 2009 Loon Mountain Oktoberfest. German music, German food, and German beer. There is no charge to enter the event; food and beer is ala carte.
Both days the party kicks off at 11 am when the grills fire up at the Octagon Lodge. Close your eyes and smell the sauerkraut, stew, strudel, bratwurst, and knockwurst.
12 - 5 PM Alpiner Oom-Pah Band Plays
3 PM Stein-holding Contest
Flying Yankee Open House at Hobo RR
Sat, October 10, 10am – 4pm
Flying Yankee Restoration Group hosts guided, historical tours of the 1935 Flying Yankee Passenger Train.
The event will take place rain or shine and will feature ongoing guided tours of the Flying Yankee inside and out permitting folks of all ages to get an up-close view of this historic train. Reservations are not required for the guided tours and there will be no entry fee to enjoy the Open House, but tax-deductible donations for the ongoing restoration project will be greatly appreciated.
Sandwich, NH
The Sandwich Fair will once again happen on Columbus Day Weekend. Just a short drive away the Sandwich Fair is one of the last Fairs of the season. A good time for families of all ages.
Come enjoy the great rides, great food and great people! Tractor pulls, horse shows, concessions, stage shows, horse and ox pulls, commercial and exposition buildings.
Fall Foliage on 10/6/09
I was driving up on the western end of Rte 112 on Tuesday and took this picture.
This picture is looking back towards Lincoln and the Franconia Range. As you can see Mother Nature is working her magic. I really think this is one of the best Fall Foliage Seasons in many years around here.
This picture is looking back towards Lincoln and the Franconia Range. As you can see Mother Nature is working her magic. I really think this is one of the best Fall Foliage Seasons in many years around here.
Activities for October 9 until October 17, 2009
Friday, October 9th, 2009
9:30am Ultimate Franconia Notch Trip ($20 per person includes ticket into Flume and Cannon Tram)
Climb aboard the company van for a fun filled day packed with exciting activities and sights you do not want to miss out on! We will visit the Flume Gorge and take a ride on the Cannon Mountain Tram to hike at the top of Cannon Mountain. The Basin will be our final stop if time allows.
1:30PM Glass Painting ($3-$5 each, depending on which size you choose to paint.) @ Pollard Brook
Use acrylic based paints to create some glass masterpieces! Sizes range from small to large. Held in the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook.
5-8:00pm Meet and Greet with our Adventure Concierge, Eric Pyra At South Mountain
At South Mountain you will have a great opportunity to ask Eric all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Don’t miss out on this!
Saturday, October 10th, 2009
10:00 am Fall Foliage and Apple Picking Tour ($29 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Includes lunch of your choice from the Cider House Café at Windy Ridge Orchard, 1/4 peck of apples that you will pick yourselves, stops at 3 covered bridges, a visit to the oldest General Store in the country, and transportation for the first 12 that sign up. Approx. 4 hour trip. Price also includes a ice cream cone and 1/4 pound of fudge from the Brick Store.
1:00pm Kid’s Playground Games @ Pollard Brook
Join Meghan outside and play all sorts of kids game. Freeze Tag, Red Light Green Light, Red Rover, Capture the Flag, Hopscotch, and Sidewalk Chalk, Please sign up in advance. This event geared for children ages 3-8.
3:00pm Stress Relief Balls (FREE EVENT) @ South Mountain
Come down to the fun factory and see how you can make 2 balloons, and some rice into a cool stress relief ball. These can also be used as hackey sacks! Good fun for all ages!
4:00pm Candy Bar Bingo At South Mountain (Entry fee: 1 candy bar per card)
Event will be held in the meeting room at South Mountain. One candy bar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!
6:30 pm Pemi Valley Moose Tour ($22 Adults, $16 Children)
Join us for a three hour tour in the White Mountains of New Hampshire as you head out to find some moose! Sign up at the Front Desk!
7:00pm S’Mores by the Campfire at SOUTH MOUNTAIN (FREE EVENT!)
Children and adults are invited to the fire pit at South Mountain to make smores around the campfire. We will provide everything you need to make the perfect smore! The fire pit at South Mountain is in the back next to the outdoor pool.
8:00pm Children’s Movie Night (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby in your pj’s with blankets and pillows to watch a movie the whole family can enjoy. We will provide popcorn, so make sure to bring a drink.
Monday, October 12th 2009
Coloring Contest & Photo Scavenger Hunt Begins
Show us your creativity! Simply stop at the Front Desk or the Recreation Desk for your worksheets!
9:00am Day Break Update at Pollard Brook (FREE EVENT)
Join our Adventure Concierges 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 and juice!
10:30am Sabbaday Falls & Rocky Gorge ($5 per person) (Pick up at both Resorts)
We will take the van to Rocky Gorge located off Rt 112. Then we will head back towards Sabbaday Falls and make a stop there.
1:30pm Make Your Own Bird Feeder (FREE EVENT) @ South Mountain
Join us at South Mountain as we take peanut butter, bird seed, and other things to create a bird feeder to attract all the winged creatures in your area! Very quick and easy craft!
4:00pm Gifts in a Jar ($5 per Jar) @ Pollard Brook
Choose between making a layered chocolate brownie mix, spiral festive soup mix, or a special treat for your four legged friends with our layered dog biscuit mix! Take home a special treat as a great gift.
6:00pm S’Mores by the Campfire (FREE EVENT!) @ Pollard Brook
Children and adults are invited to join the recreation team making smores around the campfire. We will provide everything you need!! Campfire is beyond the Jackman Brook Lodge Parking area on the hillside. Event will run for 1 hour.
7:15pm Bingo At Pollard Brook (Entry fee: 1$ per card)
Event will be held in the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook. One dollar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!
Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
8:00am Plan your Day with our Recreation Assistant , Steve Balgach At South Mountain
You will have a great opportunity to ask Steve all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Also help you with our discounted tickets we offer. Don’t miss out on this!
8:00am Water Mix Aerobics @ Pollard Brook Pool ($10 per person)
Professional water aerobics instructor, Stacee Caulder will lead guests in a 1-hour session at the resort. Stacee will lead guests who are 18 years or older in a high energy water exercise she calls Aqua-Mix Aerobics. The class can accommodate the first 12 people who sign up. The class will be held in the indoor pool at Pollard which will be open exclusively for this class. Participants need not be able to swim but must feel comfortable in the water. A fee of $10 per session will be charged and can be charged to the guest’s unit.
10:00 am Awesome Autumn Tour ($25 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Climb aboard our spectacular bus as we head up to the Windy Ridge Orchard. Cost is $25 per person and includes: your choice of lunch from the Cider House Café at the Windy Ridge Orchard, informational stops at 3 covered bridges, a visit to the oldest General Store in the country, and a stop at At the Hop Ice Cream Shop. 4-5 hour trip.
11:00am Stress Relief Balls (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the fun factory and see how you can make 2 balloons, and some rice into a cool stress relief ball. These can also be used as hackey sacks! Good fun for all ages!
3:00pm Fadden's Sugar House and General Store (Free Event) (Pick up @ both Resorts)
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.
5:00 pm Wine & Cheese Social (FREE EVENT!)
Join your fellow resort mates for an evening of wine and cheese in a social environment! Event will run approximately 1 hour and will be held in the main lobby at InnSeason Resort Pollard Brook. Non-alcoholic beverages will be provided for minors who wish to attend.
8:00PM Cog Video in Lobby of Pollard Brook. (Free Event)
Come watch an informational video about the historic Cog Railway. See why they call it the Railway to the Moon.
Wednesday, October 14th 2009
9:00am Meghan's Mystery Tour— ($10 per person)
Join Meghan for a tour that is still a mystery to her. You might see some covered bridges, wildlife, foliage and whatever else we may come to during our travels!
5:00pm Puzzles and Board Games! (Free Event)
Join other families in our main lobby for a classic game of Checkers, Chess, Backgammon as well as many children’s games to choose from or select from a wide variety of puzzles from the front desk to work on!
6:15pm Pemi Valley Moose Tour ($22 Adults, $16 Children)
Join us for a three hour tour in the White Mountains of New Hampshire on the famous Moose Tour Bus; filled with bubble machines, strobe lights, and many other fun things; as you head out to find some moose! This is not just a 3 hour tour, it is truly an experience! Sign up at the Front Desk!
8:00pm Movie Night (FREE EVENT) @ both Resorts
Come down to the main lobby where we will provide snacks and a PG-13 rated movie for adults and teens to watch. Please bring a drink of your choice, free popcorn will be provided!
Thursday, October 15th, 2009
Coloring Contest Deadline! (Please pass in all colored pages to the Front Desk)
Make sure to come to the Recreation Desk to see if you made our Coloring Contest Wall of Fame!
9:00am COG Railway—Ride to the top of Mt. Washington, New Hampshire’s Highest Peak
($42 per person CASH ONLY)
The ever-changing surroundings, the magnificent views, the sights and sounds of the unique steam locomotives in action, and some of the steepest Railway tracks in existence all combine to place it among the best of the world’s great railway journeys. This is a trip that must be made to be fully appreciated! Trip is strictly caravan—you must take your own vehicle. This is a Cash Only trip and we must have a minimum of 20 people to go.
10:00 am Awesome Autumn Tour ($25 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Climb aboard our spectacular bus as we head up to the Windy Ridge Orchard. Cost is $25 per person and includes: your choice of lunch from the Cider House Café at the Windy Ridge Orchard, informational stops at 3 covered bridges, a visit to the oldest General Store in the country, and a stop at At the Hop Ice Cream Shop. 4-5 hour trip.
5:30 pm Caramel Apples (FREE EVENT!) @ Pollard Brook
Create your very own caramel apples with your favorite candy or nut topping! Event to be held in the Fun Factory @ Pollard Brook
6:30 pm Festive Fall Wreath ($4 per wreath) @ Pollard Brook Come down to the Fun Factory and create a fall festive wreath. You will see how to make a wreath out of 2 x 2 inch fabric cut outs, Styrofoam circle, glue and a screwdriver. It’s a craft that will be enjoyed by all!
Friday, October 16th, 2009
9:30am Ultimate Franconia Notch Trip ($20 per person includes ticket into Flume and Cannon Tram)
Climb aboard the company van for a fun filled day packed with exciting activities and sights you do not want to miss out on! We will visit the Flume Gorge and take a ride on the Cannon Mountain Tram to hike at the top of Cannon Mountain. The Basin will be our final stop if time allows.
10:00am Decoupaqe Plates ($3 per plate)
Bring your personal vacation photos, or use our brochures and pamphlets. Choose many different colors of tissue paper and word art to create a wonderful collage of your favorite memories on vacation!
1:30PM Glass Painting ($3-$5 each, depending on which size you choose to paint.) @ Pollard Brook
Use acrylic based paints to create some glass masterpieces! Sizes range from small to large. Held in the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook.
5-8:00pm Meet and Greet with our Adventure Concierge, Eric Pyra At South Mountain
At South Mountain you will have a great opportunity to ask Eric all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Don’t miss out on this!
Saturday, October 17th, 2009
10:00 am Awesome Autumn Tour ($25 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Climb aboard our spectacular bus as we head up to the Windy Ridge Orchard. Cost is $25 per person and includes: your choice of lunch from the Cider House Café at the Windy Ridge Orchard, informational stops at 3 covered bridges, a visit to the oldest General Store in the country, and a stop at At the Hop Ice Cream Shop. 4-5 hour trip.
3:00 pm Playground Games @ Pollard Brook
Join the Recreational staff outside and play all sorts of kids games. Freeze Tag, Red Light Green Light, Red Rover, Capture the Flag, Hopscotch, and Sidewalk Chalk. Please sign up in advance. This event geared for children ages 3-8.
4:30pm Candy Bar Bingo At South Mountain (Entry fee: 1 candy bar per card)
Event will be held in the meeting room at South Mountain. One candy bar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!
7:00pm S’Mores by the Campfire at SOUTH MOUNTAIN (FREE EVENT!)
Children and adults are invited to the fire pit at South Mountain to make smores around the campfire. We will provide everything you need to make the perfect smore! The fire pit at South Mountain is in the back next to the outdoor pool.
8:00pm Children’s Movie Night (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby in your pj’s with blankets and pillows to watch a movie the whole family can enjoy. We will provide popcorn, so make sure to bring a drink.
9:30am Ultimate Franconia Notch Trip ($20 per person includes ticket into Flume and Cannon Tram)
Climb aboard the company van for a fun filled day packed with exciting activities and sights you do not want to miss out on! We will visit the Flume Gorge and take a ride on the Cannon Mountain Tram to hike at the top of Cannon Mountain. The Basin will be our final stop if time allows.
1:30PM Glass Painting ($3-$5 each, depending on which size you choose to paint.) @ Pollard Brook
Use acrylic based paints to create some glass masterpieces! Sizes range from small to large. Held in the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook.
5-8:00pm Meet and Greet with our Adventure Concierge, Eric Pyra At South Mountain
At South Mountain you will have a great opportunity to ask Eric all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Don’t miss out on this!
Saturday, October 10th, 2009
10:00 am Fall Foliage and Apple Picking Tour ($29 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Includes lunch of your choice from the Cider House Café at Windy Ridge Orchard, 1/4 peck of apples that you will pick yourselves, stops at 3 covered bridges, a visit to the oldest General Store in the country, and transportation for the first 12 that sign up. Approx. 4 hour trip. Price also includes a ice cream cone and 1/4 pound of fudge from the Brick Store.
1:00pm Kid’s Playground Games @ Pollard Brook
Join Meghan outside and play all sorts of kids game. Freeze Tag, Red Light Green Light, Red Rover, Capture the Flag, Hopscotch, and Sidewalk Chalk, Please sign up in advance. This event geared for children ages 3-8.
3:00pm Stress Relief Balls (FREE EVENT) @ South Mountain
Come down to the fun factory and see how you can make 2 balloons, and some rice into a cool stress relief ball. These can also be used as hackey sacks! Good fun for all ages!
4:00pm Candy Bar Bingo At South Mountain (Entry fee: 1 candy bar per card)
Event will be held in the meeting room at South Mountain. One candy bar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!
6:30 pm Pemi Valley Moose Tour ($22 Adults, $16 Children)
Join us for a three hour tour in the White Mountains of New Hampshire as you head out to find some moose! Sign up at the Front Desk!
7:00pm S’Mores by the Campfire at SOUTH MOUNTAIN (FREE EVENT!)
Children and adults are invited to the fire pit at South Mountain to make smores around the campfire. We will provide everything you need to make the perfect smore! The fire pit at South Mountain is in the back next to the outdoor pool.
8:00pm Children’s Movie Night (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby in your pj’s with blankets and pillows to watch a movie the whole family can enjoy. We will provide popcorn, so make sure to bring a drink.
Monday, October 12th 2009
Coloring Contest & Photo Scavenger Hunt Begins
Show us your creativity! Simply stop at the Front Desk or the Recreation Desk for your worksheets!
9:00am Day Break Update at Pollard Brook (FREE EVENT)
Join our Adventure Concierges 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 and juice!
10:30am Sabbaday Falls & Rocky Gorge ($5 per person) (Pick up at both Resorts)
We will take the van to Rocky Gorge located off Rt 112. Then we will head back towards Sabbaday Falls and make a stop there.
1:30pm Make Your Own Bird Feeder (FREE EVENT) @ South Mountain
Join us at South Mountain as we take peanut butter, bird seed, and other things to create a bird feeder to attract all the winged creatures in your area! Very quick and easy craft!
4:00pm Gifts in a Jar ($5 per Jar) @ Pollard Brook
Choose between making a layered chocolate brownie mix, spiral festive soup mix, or a special treat for your four legged friends with our layered dog biscuit mix! Take home a special treat as a great gift.
6:00pm S’Mores by the Campfire (FREE EVENT!) @ Pollard Brook
Children and adults are invited to join the recreation team making smores around the campfire. We will provide everything you need!! Campfire is beyond the Jackman Brook Lodge Parking area on the hillside. Event will run for 1 hour.
7:15pm Bingo At Pollard Brook (Entry fee: 1$ per card)
Event will be held in the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook. One dollar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!
Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
8:00am Plan your Day with our Recreation Assistant , Steve Balgach At South Mountain
You will have a great opportunity to ask Steve all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Also help you with our discounted tickets we offer. Don’t miss out on this!
8:00am Water Mix Aerobics @ Pollard Brook Pool ($10 per person)
Professional water aerobics instructor, Stacee Caulder will lead guests in a 1-hour session at the resort. Stacee will lead guests who are 18 years or older in a high energy water exercise she calls Aqua-Mix Aerobics. The class can accommodate the first 12 people who sign up. The class will be held in the indoor pool at Pollard which will be open exclusively for this class. Participants need not be able to swim but must feel comfortable in the water. A fee of $10 per session will be charged and can be charged to the guest’s unit.
10:00 am Awesome Autumn Tour ($25 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Climb aboard our spectacular bus as we head up to the Windy Ridge Orchard. Cost is $25 per person and includes: your choice of lunch from the Cider House Café at the Windy Ridge Orchard, informational stops at 3 covered bridges, a visit to the oldest General Store in the country, and a stop at At the Hop Ice Cream Shop. 4-5 hour trip.
11:00am Stress Relief Balls (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the fun factory and see how you can make 2 balloons, and some rice into a cool stress relief ball. These can also be used as hackey sacks! Good fun for all ages!
3:00pm Fadden's Sugar House and General Store (Free Event) (Pick up @ both Resorts)
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.
5:00 pm Wine & Cheese Social (FREE EVENT!)
Join your fellow resort mates for an evening of wine and cheese in a social environment! Event will run approximately 1 hour and will be held in the main lobby at InnSeason Resort Pollard Brook. Non-alcoholic beverages will be provided for minors who wish to attend.
8:00PM Cog Video in Lobby of Pollard Brook. (Free Event)
Come watch an informational video about the historic Cog Railway. See why they call it the Railway to the Moon.
Wednesday, October 14th 2009
9:00am Meghan's Mystery Tour— ($10 per person)
Join Meghan for a tour that is still a mystery to her. You might see some covered bridges, wildlife, foliage and whatever else we may come to during our travels!
5:00pm Puzzles and Board Games! (Free Event)
Join other families in our main lobby for a classic game of Checkers, Chess, Backgammon as well as many children’s games to choose from or select from a wide variety of puzzles from the front desk to work on!
6:15pm Pemi Valley Moose Tour ($22 Adults, $16 Children)
Join us for a three hour tour in the White Mountains of New Hampshire on the famous Moose Tour Bus; filled with bubble machines, strobe lights, and many other fun things; as you head out to find some moose! This is not just a 3 hour tour, it is truly an experience! Sign up at the Front Desk!
8:00pm Movie Night (FREE EVENT) @ both Resorts
Come down to the main lobby where we will provide snacks and a PG-13 rated movie for adults and teens to watch. Please bring a drink of your choice, free popcorn will be provided!
Thursday, October 15th, 2009
Coloring Contest Deadline! (Please pass in all colored pages to the Front Desk)
Make sure to come to the Recreation Desk to see if you made our Coloring Contest Wall of Fame!
9:00am COG Railway—Ride to the top of Mt. Washington, New Hampshire’s Highest Peak
($42 per person CASH ONLY)
The ever-changing surroundings, the magnificent views, the sights and sounds of the unique steam locomotives in action, and some of the steepest Railway tracks in existence all combine to place it among the best of the world’s great railway journeys. This is a trip that must be made to be fully appreciated! Trip is strictly caravan—you must take your own vehicle. This is a Cash Only trip and we must have a minimum of 20 people to go.
10:00 am Awesome Autumn Tour ($25 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Climb aboard our spectacular bus as we head up to the Windy Ridge Orchard. Cost is $25 per person and includes: your choice of lunch from the Cider House Café at the Windy Ridge Orchard, informational stops at 3 covered bridges, a visit to the oldest General Store in the country, and a stop at At the Hop Ice Cream Shop. 4-5 hour trip.
5:30 pm Caramel Apples (FREE EVENT!) @ Pollard Brook
Create your very own caramel apples with your favorite candy or nut topping! Event to be held in the Fun Factory @ Pollard Brook
6:30 pm Festive Fall Wreath ($4 per wreath) @ Pollard Brook Come down to the Fun Factory and create a fall festive wreath. You will see how to make a wreath out of 2 x 2 inch fabric cut outs, Styrofoam circle, glue and a screwdriver. It’s a craft that will be enjoyed by all!
Friday, October 16th, 2009
9:30am Ultimate Franconia Notch Trip ($20 per person includes ticket into Flume and Cannon Tram)
Climb aboard the company van for a fun filled day packed with exciting activities and sights you do not want to miss out on! We will visit the Flume Gorge and take a ride on the Cannon Mountain Tram to hike at the top of Cannon Mountain. The Basin will be our final stop if time allows.
10:00am Decoupaqe Plates ($3 per plate)
Bring your personal vacation photos, or use our brochures and pamphlets. Choose many different colors of tissue paper and word art to create a wonderful collage of your favorite memories on vacation!
1:30PM Glass Painting ($3-$5 each, depending on which size you choose to paint.) @ Pollard Brook
Use acrylic based paints to create some glass masterpieces! Sizes range from small to large. Held in the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook.
5-8:00pm Meet and Greet with our Adventure Concierge, Eric Pyra At South Mountain
At South Mountain you will have a great opportunity to ask Eric all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Don’t miss out on this!
Saturday, October 17th, 2009
10:00 am Awesome Autumn Tour ($25 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Climb aboard our spectacular bus as we head up to the Windy Ridge Orchard. Cost is $25 per person and includes: your choice of lunch from the Cider House Café at the Windy Ridge Orchard, informational stops at 3 covered bridges, a visit to the oldest General Store in the country, and a stop at At the Hop Ice Cream Shop. 4-5 hour trip.
3:00 pm Playground Games @ Pollard Brook
Join the Recreational staff outside and play all sorts of kids games. Freeze Tag, Red Light Green Light, Red Rover, Capture the Flag, Hopscotch, and Sidewalk Chalk. Please sign up in advance. This event geared for children ages 3-8.
4:30pm Candy Bar Bingo At South Mountain (Entry fee: 1 candy bar per card)
Event will be held in the meeting room at South Mountain. One candy bar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!
7:00pm S’Mores by the Campfire at SOUTH MOUNTAIN (FREE EVENT!)
Children and adults are invited to the fire pit at South Mountain to make smores around the campfire. We will provide everything you need to make the perfect smore! The fire pit at South Mountain is in the back next to the outdoor pool.
8:00pm Children’s Movie Night (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby in your pj’s with blankets and pillows to watch a movie the whole family can enjoy. We will provide popcorn, so make sure to bring a drink.
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Activities Schedule for October 2 - October 10, 2009
Friday, October 2nd, 2009
Coloring Contest & Photo Scavenger Hunt Begins
Show us your creativity! Simply stop at the Front Desk or the Recreation Desk for your worksheets!
9:30am Ultimate Franconia Notch Trip ($20 per person includes ticket into Flume and Cannon Tram)
Climb aboard the company van for a fun filled day packed with exciting activities and sights you do not want to miss out on! We will visit the Flume Gorge and take a ride on the Cannon Mountain Tram to hike at the top of Cannon Mountain. The Basin will be our final stop if time allows.
1:30PM Glass Painting ($3-$5 each, depending on which size you choose to paint.) @ Pollard Brook
Use acrylic based paints to create some glass masterpieces! Sizes range from small to large. Held in the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook.
5-8:00pm Meet and Greet with our Adventure Concierge, Eric Pyra At South Mountain
At South Mountain you will have a great opportunity to ask Eric all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Don’t miss out on this!
Saturday, October 3rd, 2009
10:00 am Fall Foliage and Apple Picking Tour ($29 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Includes lunch of your choice from the Cider House Café at Windy Ridge Orchard, 1/4 peck of apples that you will pick yourselves, stops at 3 covered bridges, a visit to the oldest General Store in the country, and transportation for the first 12 that sign up. Approx. 4 hour trip. Price also includes a ice cream cone and 1/4 pound of fudge from the Brick Store.
1:00pm Kid’s Playground Games @ Pollard Brook
Join Meghan outside and play all sorts of kids game. Freeze Tag, Red Light Green Light, Red Rover, Capture the Flag, Hopscotch, and Sidewalk Chalk, Please sign up in advance. This event geared for children ages 3-8.
3:00pm Stress Relief Balls (FREE EVENT) @ South Mountain
Come down to the fun factory and see how you can make 2 balloons, and some rice into a cool stress relief ball. These can also be used as hackey sacks! Good fun for all ages!
4:00pm Candy Bar Bingo At South Mountain (Entry fee: 1 candy bar per card)
Event will be held in the meeting room at South Mountain. One candy bar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!
6:30 pm Pemi Valley Moose Tour ($22 Adults, $16 Children)
Join us for a three hour tour in the White Mountains of New Hampshire as you head out to find some moose! Sign up at the Front Desk!
7:00pm S’Mores by the Campfire at SOUTH MOUNTAIN (FREE EVENT!)
Children and adults are invited to the fire pit at South Mountain to make smores around the campfire. We will provide everything you need to make the perfect smore! The fire pit at South Mountain is in the back next to the outdoor pool.
8:00pm Children’s Movie Night (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby in your pj’s with blankets and pillows to watch a movie the whole family can enjoy. We will provide popcorn, so make sure to bring a drink.
Monday, October 5th 2009
Coloring Contest & Photo Scavenger Hunt Begins
Show us your creativity! Simply stop at the Front Desk or the Recreation Desk for your worksheets!
9:00am Day Break Update at Pollard Brook (FREE EVENT)
Join our Adventure Concierges 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 and juice!
10:30am Sabbaday Falls & Rocky Gorge ($5 per person) (Pick up at both Resorts)
We will take the van to Rocky Gorge located off Rt 112. Then we will head back towards Sabbaday Falls and make a stop there.
1:30pm Make Your Own Bird Feeder (FREE EVENT) @ South Mountain
Join us at South Mountain as we take peanut butter, bird seed, and other things to create a bird feeder to attract all the winged creatures in your area! Very quick and easy craft!
4:00pm Gifts in a Jar ($5 per Jar) @ Pollard Brook
Choose between making a layered chocolate brownie mix, spiral festive soup mix, or a special treat for your four legged friends with our layered dog biscuit mix! Take home a special treat as a great gift.
6:00pm S’Mores by the Campfire (FREE EVENT!) @ Pollard Brook
Children and adults are invited to join the recreation team making smores around the campfire. We will provide everything you need!! Campfire is beyond the Jackman Brook Lodge Parking area on the hillside. Event will run for 1 hour.
7:15pm Bingo At Pollard Brook (Entry fee: 1$ per card)
Event will be held in the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook. One dollar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!
Tuesday, October 6th, 2009
8:00am Plan your Day with our Recreation Assistant , Steve Balgach At South Mountain
You will have a great opportunity to ask Steve all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Also help you with our discounted tickets we offer. Don’t miss out on this!
8:00am Water Mix Aerobics @ Pollard Brook Pool ($10 per person)
Professional water aerobics instructor, Stacee Caulder will lead guests in a 1-hour session at the resort. Stacee will lead guests who are 18 years or older in a high energy water exercise she calls Aqua-Mix Aerobics. The class can accommodate the first 12 people who sign up. The class will be held in the indoor pool at Pollard which will be open exclusively for this class. Participants need not be able to swim but must feel comfortable in the water. A fee of $10 per session will be charged and can be charged to the guest’s unit.
10:00 am Fall Foliage and Apple Picking Tour ($29 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Includes lunch of your choice from the Cider House Café at Windy Ridge Orchard, 1/4 peck of apples that you will pick yourselves, stops at 3 covered bridges, a visit to the oldest General Store in the country, and transportation for the first 12 that sign up. Approx. 4 hour trip. Price also includes a ice cream cone and 1/4 pound of fudge from the Brick Store.
3:00pm Fadden's Sugar House and General Store (Free Event) (Pick up @ both Resorts)
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.
5:00 pm Wine & Cheese Social (FREE EVENT!)
Join your fellow resort mates for an evening of wine and cheese in a social environment! Event will run approximately 1 hour and will be held in the main lobby at InnSeason Resort Pollard Brook. Non-alcoholic beverages will be provided for minors who wish to attend.
8:00PM Cog Video in Lobby of Pollard Brook. (Free Event)
Come watch an informational video about the historic Cog Railway. See why they call it the Railway to the Moon.
Wednesday, October 7th 2009
8:30am Trip to the Northern Forest Heritage Park ($40 per person includes Lunch, transportation and boat ride) Explore the North Country from the comfort of a tour bus. Stops include scenic views and also a visit to the Northern Forest Heritage Park. At the park you will learn about the history of our working forests of the Great North Woods Region. You will also enjoy boarding our narrated river boat tour of the beautiful and historic Androscoggin River. Surrounded by stunning mountain ranges the tour travels three miles upriver from NFHP. Sit back and watch the changing riverbank and landscape. Visualize a time when the river was the only road, a road used to deliver a vital resource to the mills of Berlin NH. Imagine what log drives must have been like as your captain retells the tales of the loggers and lumberjacks.
6:30pm Pemi Valley Moose Tour ($22 Adults, $16 Children)
Join us for a three hour tour in the White Mountains of New Hampshire on the famous Moose Tour Bus; filled with bubble machines, strobe lights, and many other fun things; as you head out to find some moose! This is not just a 3 hour tour, it is truly an experience! Sign up at the Front Desk!
8:00pm Movie Night (FREE EVENT) @ both Resorts
Come down to the main lobby where we will provide snacks and a PG-13 rated movie for adults and teens to watch. Please bring a drink of your choice, free popcorn will be provided!
Thursday, October 8th, 2009
Coloring Contest Deadline! (Please pass in all colored pages to the Front Desk)
Make sure to come to the Recreation Desk to see if you made our Coloring Contest Wall of Fame!
9:00am COG Railway—Ride to the top of Mt. Washington, New Hampshire’s Highest Peak
($42 per person CASH ONLY)
The ever-changing surroundings, the magnificent views, the sights and sounds of the unique steam locomotives in action, and some of the steepest Railway tracks in existence all combine to place it among the best of the world’s great railway journeys. This is a trip that must be made to be fully appreciated! Trip is strictly caravan—you must take your own vehicle. This is a Cash Only trip and we must have a minimum of 20 people to go.
10:00 am Fall Foliage and Apple Picking Tour ($29 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Includes lunch of your choice from the Cider House Café at Windy Ridge Orchard, 1/4 peck of apples that you will pick yourselves, stops at 3 covered bridges, a visit to the oldest General Store in the country, and transportation for the first 12 that sign up. Approx. 4 hour trip. Price also includes a ice cream cone and 1/4 pound of fudge from the Brick Store.
5:30 pm Caramel Apples (FREE EVENT!) @ Pollard Brook
Create your very own caramel apples with your favorite candy or nut topping! Event to be held in the Fun Factory @ Pollard Brook
6:30 pm Festive Fall Wreath ($4 per wreath) @ Pollard Brook Come down to the Fun Factory and create a fall festive wreath. You will see how to make a wreath out of 2 x 2 inch fabric cut outs, Styrofoam circle, glue and a screwdriver. It’s a craft that will be enjoyed by all!
Friday, October 9th, 2009
9:30am Ultimate Franconia Notch Trip ($20 per person includes ticket into Flume and Cannon Tram)
Climb aboard the company van for a fun filled day packed with exciting activities and sights you do not want to miss out on! We will visit the Flume Gorge and take a ride on the Cannon Mountain Tram to hike at the top of Cannon Mountain. The Basin will be our final stop if time allows.
1:30PM Glass Painting ($3-$5 each, depending on which size you choose to paint.) @ Pollard Brook
Use acrylic based paints to create some glass masterpieces! Sizes range from small to large. Held in the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook.
5-8:00pm Meet and Greet with our Adventure Concierge, Eric Pyra At South Mountain
At South Mountain you will have a great opportunity to ask Eric all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Don’t miss out on this!
Saturday, October 10th, 2009
10:00 am Fall Foliage and Apple Picking Tour ($29 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Includes lunch of your choice from the Cider House Café at Windy Ridge Orchard, 1/4 peck of apples that you will pick yourselves, stops at 3 covered bridges, a visit to the oldest General Store in the country, and transportation for the first 12 that sign up. Approx. 4 hour trip. Price also includes a ice cream cone and 1/4 pound of fudge from the Brick Store.
1:00pm Kid’s Playground Games @ Pollard Brook
Join Meghan outside and play all sorts of kids game. Freeze Tag, Red Light Green Light, Red Rover, Capture the Flag, Hopscotch, and Sidewalk Chalk, Please sign up in advance. This event geared for children ages 3-8.
3:00pm Stress Relief Balls (FREE EVENT) @ South Mountain
Come down to the fun factory and see how you can make 2 balloons, and some rice into a cool stress relief ball. These can also be used as hackey sacks! Good fun for all ages!
4:00pm Candy Bar Bingo At South Mountain (Entry fee: 1 candy bar per card)
Event will be held in the meeting room at South Mountain. One candy bar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!
6:30 pm Pemi Valley Moose Tour ($22 Adults, $16 Children)
Join us for a three hour tour in the White Mountains of New Hampshire as you head out to find some moose! Sign up at the Front Desk!
7:00pm S’Mores by the Campfire at SOUTH MOUNTAIN (FREE EVENT!)
Children and adults are invited to the fire pit at South Mountain to make smores around the campfire. We will provide everything you need to make the perfect smore! The fire pit at South Mountain is in the back next to the outdoor pool.
8:00pm Children’s Movie Night (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby in your pj’s with blankets and pillows to watch a movie the whole family can enjoy. We will provide popcorn, so make sure to bring a drink.
Coloring Contest & Photo Scavenger Hunt Begins
Show us your creativity! Simply stop at the Front Desk or the Recreation Desk for your worksheets!
9:30am Ultimate Franconia Notch Trip ($20 per person includes ticket into Flume and Cannon Tram)
Climb aboard the company van for a fun filled day packed with exciting activities and sights you do not want to miss out on! We will visit the Flume Gorge and take a ride on the Cannon Mountain Tram to hike at the top of Cannon Mountain. The Basin will be our final stop if time allows.
1:30PM Glass Painting ($3-$5 each, depending on which size you choose to paint.) @ Pollard Brook
Use acrylic based paints to create some glass masterpieces! Sizes range from small to large. Held in the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook.
5-8:00pm Meet and Greet with our Adventure Concierge, Eric Pyra At South Mountain
At South Mountain you will have a great opportunity to ask Eric all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Don’t miss out on this!
Saturday, October 3rd, 2009
10:00 am Fall Foliage and Apple Picking Tour ($29 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Includes lunch of your choice from the Cider House Café at Windy Ridge Orchard, 1/4 peck of apples that you will pick yourselves, stops at 3 covered bridges, a visit to the oldest General Store in the country, and transportation for the first 12 that sign up. Approx. 4 hour trip. Price also includes a ice cream cone and 1/4 pound of fudge from the Brick Store.
1:00pm Kid’s Playground Games @ Pollard Brook
Join Meghan outside and play all sorts of kids game. Freeze Tag, Red Light Green Light, Red Rover, Capture the Flag, Hopscotch, and Sidewalk Chalk, Please sign up in advance. This event geared for children ages 3-8.
3:00pm Stress Relief Balls (FREE EVENT) @ South Mountain
Come down to the fun factory and see how you can make 2 balloons, and some rice into a cool stress relief ball. These can also be used as hackey sacks! Good fun for all ages!
4:00pm Candy Bar Bingo At South Mountain (Entry fee: 1 candy bar per card)
Event will be held in the meeting room at South Mountain. One candy bar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!
6:30 pm Pemi Valley Moose Tour ($22 Adults, $16 Children)
Join us for a three hour tour in the White Mountains of New Hampshire as you head out to find some moose! Sign up at the Front Desk!
7:00pm S’Mores by the Campfire at SOUTH MOUNTAIN (FREE EVENT!)
Children and adults are invited to the fire pit at South Mountain to make smores around the campfire. We will provide everything you need to make the perfect smore! The fire pit at South Mountain is in the back next to the outdoor pool.
8:00pm Children’s Movie Night (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby in your pj’s with blankets and pillows to watch a movie the whole family can enjoy. We will provide popcorn, so make sure to bring a drink.
Monday, October 5th 2009
Coloring Contest & Photo Scavenger Hunt Begins
Show us your creativity! Simply stop at the Front Desk or the Recreation Desk for your worksheets!
9:00am Day Break Update at Pollard Brook (FREE EVENT)
Join our Adventure Concierges 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 and juice!
10:30am Sabbaday Falls & Rocky Gorge ($5 per person) (Pick up at both Resorts)
We will take the van to Rocky Gorge located off Rt 112. Then we will head back towards Sabbaday Falls and make a stop there.
1:30pm Make Your Own Bird Feeder (FREE EVENT) @ South Mountain
Join us at South Mountain as we take peanut butter, bird seed, and other things to create a bird feeder to attract all the winged creatures in your area! Very quick and easy craft!
4:00pm Gifts in a Jar ($5 per Jar) @ Pollard Brook
Choose between making a layered chocolate brownie mix, spiral festive soup mix, or a special treat for your four legged friends with our layered dog biscuit mix! Take home a special treat as a great gift.
6:00pm S’Mores by the Campfire (FREE EVENT!) @ Pollard Brook
Children and adults are invited to join the recreation team making smores around the campfire. We will provide everything you need!! Campfire is beyond the Jackman Brook Lodge Parking area on the hillside. Event will run for 1 hour.
7:15pm Bingo At Pollard Brook (Entry fee: 1$ per card)
Event will be held in the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook. One dollar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!
Tuesday, October 6th, 2009
8:00am Plan your Day with our Recreation Assistant , Steve Balgach At South Mountain
You will have a great opportunity to ask Steve all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Also help you with our discounted tickets we offer. Don’t miss out on this!
8:00am Water Mix Aerobics @ Pollard Brook Pool ($10 per person)
Professional water aerobics instructor, Stacee Caulder will lead guests in a 1-hour session at the resort. Stacee will lead guests who are 18 years or older in a high energy water exercise she calls Aqua-Mix Aerobics. The class can accommodate the first 12 people who sign up. The class will be held in the indoor pool at Pollard which will be open exclusively for this class. Participants need not be able to swim but must feel comfortable in the water. A fee of $10 per session will be charged and can be charged to the guest’s unit.
10:00 am Fall Foliage and Apple Picking Tour ($29 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Includes lunch of your choice from the Cider House Café at Windy Ridge Orchard, 1/4 peck of apples that you will pick yourselves, stops at 3 covered bridges, a visit to the oldest General Store in the country, and transportation for the first 12 that sign up. Approx. 4 hour trip. Price also includes a ice cream cone and 1/4 pound of fudge from the Brick Store.
3:00pm Fadden's Sugar House and General Store (Free Event) (Pick up @ both Resorts)
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.
5:00 pm Wine & Cheese Social (FREE EVENT!)
Join your fellow resort mates for an evening of wine and cheese in a social environment! Event will run approximately 1 hour and will be held in the main lobby at InnSeason Resort Pollard Brook. Non-alcoholic beverages will be provided for minors who wish to attend.
8:00PM Cog Video in Lobby of Pollard Brook. (Free Event)
Come watch an informational video about the historic Cog Railway. See why they call it the Railway to the Moon.
Wednesday, October 7th 2009
8:30am Trip to the Northern Forest Heritage Park ($40 per person includes Lunch, transportation and boat ride) Explore the North Country from the comfort of a tour bus. Stops include scenic views and also a visit to the Northern Forest Heritage Park. At the park you will learn about the history of our working forests of the Great North Woods Region. You will also enjoy boarding our narrated river boat tour of the beautiful and historic Androscoggin River. Surrounded by stunning mountain ranges the tour travels three miles upriver from NFHP. Sit back and watch the changing riverbank and landscape. Visualize a time when the river was the only road, a road used to deliver a vital resource to the mills of Berlin NH. Imagine what log drives must have been like as your captain retells the tales of the loggers and lumberjacks.
6:30pm Pemi Valley Moose Tour ($22 Adults, $16 Children)
Join us for a three hour tour in the White Mountains of New Hampshire on the famous Moose Tour Bus; filled with bubble machines, strobe lights, and many other fun things; as you head out to find some moose! This is not just a 3 hour tour, it is truly an experience! Sign up at the Front Desk!
8:00pm Movie Night (FREE EVENT) @ both Resorts
Come down to the main lobby where we will provide snacks and a PG-13 rated movie for adults and teens to watch. Please bring a drink of your choice, free popcorn will be provided!
Thursday, October 8th, 2009
Coloring Contest Deadline! (Please pass in all colored pages to the Front Desk)
Make sure to come to the Recreation Desk to see if you made our Coloring Contest Wall of Fame!
9:00am COG Railway—Ride to the top of Mt. Washington, New Hampshire’s Highest Peak
($42 per person CASH ONLY)
The ever-changing surroundings, the magnificent views, the sights and sounds of the unique steam locomotives in action, and some of the steepest Railway tracks in existence all combine to place it among the best of the world’s great railway journeys. This is a trip that must be made to be fully appreciated! Trip is strictly caravan—you must take your own vehicle. This is a Cash Only trip and we must have a minimum of 20 people to go.
10:00 am Fall Foliage and Apple Picking Tour ($29 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Includes lunch of your choice from the Cider House Café at Windy Ridge Orchard, 1/4 peck of apples that you will pick yourselves, stops at 3 covered bridges, a visit to the oldest General Store in the country, and transportation for the first 12 that sign up. Approx. 4 hour trip. Price also includes a ice cream cone and 1/4 pound of fudge from the Brick Store.
5:30 pm Caramel Apples (FREE EVENT!) @ Pollard Brook
Create your very own caramel apples with your favorite candy or nut topping! Event to be held in the Fun Factory @ Pollard Brook
6:30 pm Festive Fall Wreath ($4 per wreath) @ Pollard Brook Come down to the Fun Factory and create a fall festive wreath. You will see how to make a wreath out of 2 x 2 inch fabric cut outs, Styrofoam circle, glue and a screwdriver. It’s a craft that will be enjoyed by all!
Friday, October 9th, 2009
9:30am Ultimate Franconia Notch Trip ($20 per person includes ticket into Flume and Cannon Tram)
Climb aboard the company van for a fun filled day packed with exciting activities and sights you do not want to miss out on! We will visit the Flume Gorge and take a ride on the Cannon Mountain Tram to hike at the top of Cannon Mountain. The Basin will be our final stop if time allows.
1:30PM Glass Painting ($3-$5 each, depending on which size you choose to paint.) @ Pollard Brook
Use acrylic based paints to create some glass masterpieces! Sizes range from small to large. Held in the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook.
5-8:00pm Meet and Greet with our Adventure Concierge, Eric Pyra At South Mountain
At South Mountain you will have a great opportunity to ask Eric all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Don’t miss out on this!
Saturday, October 10th, 2009
10:00 am Fall Foliage and Apple Picking Tour ($29 per person) Please meet at Pollard Brook
Includes lunch of your choice from the Cider House Café at Windy Ridge Orchard, 1/4 peck of apples that you will pick yourselves, stops at 3 covered bridges, a visit to the oldest General Store in the country, and transportation for the first 12 that sign up. Approx. 4 hour trip. Price also includes a ice cream cone and 1/4 pound of fudge from the Brick Store.
1:00pm Kid’s Playground Games @ Pollard Brook
Join Meghan outside and play all sorts of kids game. Freeze Tag, Red Light Green Light, Red Rover, Capture the Flag, Hopscotch, and Sidewalk Chalk, Please sign up in advance. This event geared for children ages 3-8.
3:00pm Stress Relief Balls (FREE EVENT) @ South Mountain
Come down to the fun factory and see how you can make 2 balloons, and some rice into a cool stress relief ball. These can also be used as hackey sacks! Good fun for all ages!
4:00pm Candy Bar Bingo At South Mountain (Entry fee: 1 candy bar per card)
Event will be held in the meeting room at South Mountain. One candy bar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!
6:30 pm Pemi Valley Moose Tour ($22 Adults, $16 Children)
Join us for a three hour tour in the White Mountains of New Hampshire as you head out to find some moose! Sign up at the Front Desk!
7:00pm S’Mores by the Campfire at SOUTH MOUNTAIN (FREE EVENT!)
Children and adults are invited to the fire pit at South Mountain to make smores around the campfire. We will provide everything you need to make the perfect smore! The fire pit at South Mountain is in the back next to the outdoor pool.
8:00pm Children’s Movie Night (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby in your pj’s with blankets and pillows to watch a movie the whole family can enjoy. We will provide popcorn, so make sure to bring a drink.
"HIKE SAFE" THIS AUTUMN -- BE READY FOR WINTER-LIKE CONDITIONS IN THE MOUNTAINS
CONCORD, N.H. -- Fall foliage in New Hampshire's mountains is approaching its peak, and with the changing season comes new challenges for White Mountain hikers. With the cooler days, shorter daylight hours, and even snow at this time of year, outdoors experts are advising the Granite State's autumn visitors to "Hike Safe."
"New Hampshire's woods and mountains are a great place for recreation any time of year, but each season brings with it special challenges and hazards," says New Hampshire Fish and Game Conservation Officer Lieutenant Todd Bogardus. "The nature of the mountain environment is that it can be a dangerous place. Hikers who are looking forward to an autumn mountain adventure have to realize that winter-like conditions can come early to the mountains, so they must be prepared for conditions that are very different from those they may have enjoyed in the summertime."
Bogardus recommends that mountain visitors take special precautions to enjoy their adventures safely. "Hikers should most definitely look at high-mountain weather forecasts to be better prepared for conditions at this time of year," says Bogardus. "As a general rule, it's significantly colder and windier the higher you climb. As the season progresses, you're more likely to find snow and ice at higher elevations, too. Know the forecast and prepare for likely conditions with appropriate clothing. Even more critical --assess the actual conditions in the field and act accordingly."
High in the White Mountains, temperatures can reach the single digits even in September; winds are often strong and chilling; visibility can be very poor in low clouds; and early snows are possible. Dress in layers to suit varying conditions and carry extra warm clothing and raingear in your pack. Above all, warns Bogardus, "Don't press onward "no matter what" - adjust your actual trip to conditions as you find them, and plan ahead for a safe return. Be willing to turn back."
An often-overlooked factor is how short the daylight hours have become, and that they'll get even shorter as the season progresses. "An early start, taking maximum advantage of available daylight, is critical - as is having a good flashlight or headlamp, plus spare batteries, and a back-up source of light," cautions Bogardus. "Sometimes, hikers ignore what should be obvious and get caught out after dark with no light source. Then they then call for search and rescue resources to come help them get out of the woods."
As winter approaches, trail conditions can become more difficult. Rebecca Oreskes of the White Mountain National Forest notes that, "Before too long, trails will get snowy and icy, slowing people down as they try to find a safe way to negotiate slippery sections. Crampons - special ice spikes strapped to boots - or similar traction devices can make slick ice-covered stretches of trail much easier to travel. And if the going gets much slower than anticipated, don't hesitate to turn around and head back down.
Some guidelines for enjoyable and safe hiking are contained in the principles of "hikeSafe", a joint New Hampshire Fish and Game Department - White Mountain National Forest initiative to promote safe and responsible hiking.The hikeSafe "Hiker Responsibility Code" sums up the basic tenets of backcountry safety: 1) Be prepared with appropriate knowledge and gear; 2) Let someone else know your plans; 3) Hiking groups should stick together, and not let themselves become separated; 4) Hikers should always be ready to turn back if circumstances, such as changing weather, dictate; 5) Hikers should be ready for emergencies; and 6) Those who know the code should share its lessons with others."Most autumn visitors to our state's forests and mountains have great experiences," says Bogardus, "and there's a better chance of having a memorable and satisfying trip if hikers follow the hikeSafe principles."
"New Hampshire's woods and mountains are a great place for recreation any time of year, but each season brings with it special challenges and hazards," says New Hampshire Fish and Game Conservation Officer Lieutenant Todd Bogardus. "The nature of the mountain environment is that it can be a dangerous place. Hikers who are looking forward to an autumn mountain adventure have to realize that winter-like conditions can come early to the mountains, so they must be prepared for conditions that are very different from those they may have enjoyed in the summertime."
Bogardus recommends that mountain visitors take special precautions to enjoy their adventures safely. "Hikers should most definitely look at high-mountain weather forecasts to be better prepared for conditions at this time of year," says Bogardus. "As a general rule, it's significantly colder and windier the higher you climb. As the season progresses, you're more likely to find snow and ice at higher elevations, too. Know the forecast and prepare for likely conditions with appropriate clothing. Even more critical --assess the actual conditions in the field and act accordingly."
High in the White Mountains, temperatures can reach the single digits even in September; winds are often strong and chilling; visibility can be very poor in low clouds; and early snows are possible. Dress in layers to suit varying conditions and carry extra warm clothing and raingear in your pack. Above all, warns Bogardus, "Don't press onward "no matter what" - adjust your actual trip to conditions as you find them, and plan ahead for a safe return. Be willing to turn back."
An often-overlooked factor is how short the daylight hours have become, and that they'll get even shorter as the season progresses. "An early start, taking maximum advantage of available daylight, is critical - as is having a good flashlight or headlamp, plus spare batteries, and a back-up source of light," cautions Bogardus. "Sometimes, hikers ignore what should be obvious and get caught out after dark with no light source. Then they then call for search and rescue resources to come help them get out of the woods."
As winter approaches, trail conditions can become more difficult. Rebecca Oreskes of the White Mountain National Forest notes that, "Before too long, trails will get snowy and icy, slowing people down as they try to find a safe way to negotiate slippery sections. Crampons - special ice spikes strapped to boots - or similar traction devices can make slick ice-covered stretches of trail much easier to travel. And if the going gets much slower than anticipated, don't hesitate to turn around and head back down.
Some guidelines for enjoyable and safe hiking are contained in the principles of "hikeSafe", a joint New Hampshire Fish and Game Department - White Mountain National Forest initiative to promote safe and responsible hiking.The hikeSafe "Hiker Responsibility Code" sums up the basic tenets of backcountry safety: 1) Be prepared with appropriate knowledge and gear; 2) Let someone else know your plans; 3) Hiking groups should stick together, and not let themselves become separated; 4) Hikers should always be ready to turn back if circumstances, such as changing weather, dictate; 5) Hikers should be ready for emergencies; and 6) Those who know the code should share its lessons with others."Most autumn visitors to our state's forests and mountains have great experiences," says Bogardus, "and there's a better chance of having a memorable and satisfying trip if hikers follow the hikeSafe principles."
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)