Thursday, June 23, 2011

2011 July 4th Celebrations in White Mountains


Lincoln/Woodstock, NH July 4th Celebration
10:00 AM
Family Games begin at the Kancamagus Recreation Area, Lincoln - Immediately Followed by a Family BBQ
2:00 PM Parade Begins at Alpine Village Resort No. Woodstock and Travels Rt. 112 to the Rivergreen Hotel in Lincoln
7:00 PM Live Concert of Patriotic Music at the Bandstand in Soldier's Park, No. Woodstock
9:30 PM Fireworks Display in Lincoln


Ashland, NH 4th of July Weekend Celebration

Friday, July 1st
Events
Free: Movie under the Stars (Ashland Ballfield) 9:00 p.m. Approx
"On Golden Pond" 30th Anniversary
Sponsored by: Squam Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce
Rain Date: Saturday, July 2nd

Sunday, July 3rd
Events
Midway opens 5:00 p.m.
Pre Fireworks Entertainment 5:00 p.m. (Ashland Ballfield)
Fireworks 9:30 approx.

Monday, July 4th
Events
Pancake Breakfast 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. (Common Man Restaurant)
Parade 10:00 a.m.

Bethlehem, NH
Sunday July 3, 3011 6pm-8pm at the Bethlehem Gazebo
Blues,swing & rock The Wicked Smart Horn Band
Rain or shine
Corner of Main St. & Prospect St.
Pack a picnic,bring the family,sit back,relax and enjoy the Music & Fun

Bretton Woods, NH
Sunday July 3 @ Mount Washington Hotel Dusk (9:45pm)
Parking is along Route 302 Plan according

Franconia, NH
Click on this link. The information states 2010, but the town calendar mentions the same events for 2011. I am not sure if it is Saturday or Sunday, but would lean towards Saturday.

Jackson, NH
Friday July 1st at 9:00pm
Jackson Village & the surrounding communities come together to celebrate Independence Day... join us as we light up the sky with a spectacular fireworks display Friday July 1st, 2011 at approximately 9 PM.

The Fireworks will be going off from the greens of the Wentworth Golf Course making easy viewing throughout Jackson Village but we do recommend that you come early to get a good spot. There will be ice cream, popcorn, glow necklaces, balloons and other fun stuff available from the Jackson Fire Department. This spectacular display is sponsored by our Jackson Town Selectmen, Red Fox Bar & Grille, the Wentworth Golf Club, Lisa Gardner, Inc., Black Bear Realty as well as other local businesses and residents.


North Conway, NH
Monday July 4, 2011 at 9:30pm
The 4th of July Fireworks will be held at 9:30p.m. in Schouler Park, North Conway Village. Come enjoy a wonderful event!

Waterville Valley, NH
July 4th at 9:30pm
Annual fireworks show over Corcoran's Pond. Come early for great seating! Grab a drink or dinner in Town Square.

Activites Schedule June 24 to July 2, 2011

Monday, June 27th, 2011
9:00AM Day Break Update at Pollard Brook (FREE EVENT)
Join our Adventure Concierge for a fun and informational gathering where we will update you on all of our activities, local events and answer any questions you may have! Complimentary donuts!
2:00PM Hike to Sabbaday Falls & Rocky Gorge($5 per person)
Join us as we head out on the Kanc over to Sabbaday Falls. Sabbaday Falls is a 3/4 mile round trip hike up to a 3 tiered waterfall!! Most of the trail is flat, except for one small hill. This is a very scenic area with a beautiful waterfall! Rocky Gorge is a smaller gorge with a good sized waterfall a few miles down the road from Sabbaday Falls. This scenic area in the Swift river is not something you want to miss! Sturdy footwear is highly recommended NO SANDALS!
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby and enjoy a movie that is PG-13 or lower. We will supply the popcorn. Check the board in the lobby for what movie will be playing each night.

Tuesday, June 28th, 2011
10:00AM Covered Bridge Tour ($10 per person or $15 per person if we travel by bus)
Join us as we head west of Lincoln to see a few covered bridges. First we will stop at the Swiftwater Covered Bridge, which is a smaller bridge with a beautiful waterfall underneath it. After that we will head to the Haverhill-Bath Covered Bridge, which is 1 of 2 completely original bridges left in the country. Finally we will stop at the Bath Covered
Bridge, which is the longest covered bridge entirely in the state of NH. Also at the Bath Covered Bridge is the Brick Store, America’s Oldest General Store
3:00PM Fadden's Sugar House and General Store (FREE EVENT)
We will head over to North Woodstock and meet with the Fadden Family and see how they make Maple Syrup.You will be able to observe the process in the modern facility as well as see an example of the way it was done in the good ole days.
5:00PM Wine and Cheese Social (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the Main Lobby and enjoy a delicious cheese platter, as well as a glass or two of wine! Eric will be there to answer any questions you may have, but this is simply an event for guests to socialize with each other.
7:30PM Smores by the Campfire (FREE EVENT)
Join Eric down at the fire pit to make some delicious smores. We will have the marshmallows, chocolate, and graham crackers, as well as the sticks to roast with
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby and enjoy a movie that is PG-13 or lower. We will supply the popcorn. Check the board in the lobby for what movie will be playing each night.

Wednesday, June 29th, 2011
8:45AM COG Railway ($35 per person. Includes Round Trip Transportation CASH ONLY)
Join Eric as we head up to the famous Cog Railway. This railway chugs up the side of Mt. Washington all the way to the top where you can experience “the world’s worst weather” At the top you will get magnificent views on a nice day, and at the very least, you will get to stand on the tallest mountain in the northeast.
6:45PM Moose Tour ($25 Adults - $16 Children 12 and under)
Come along for a ride on the famous Moose Tour Bus! This 3 hour tour will take you all over northern New Hampshire looking for MOOSE! But this is no ordinary bus ride, filled with bubble machines, disco lights, and many other fun things to make the ride that much
more fun! There is no guarantee you will see moose, but this is your best chance!! The
bus will pick up at Pollard Brook at 6:45PM so arrive a few minutes early and be sure to sign up because there are a limited number of seats.
7:00PM Half Moon Jewelry Design ($12 per bracelet) (or $15-$17 per ankle bracelet)
Come down to the Fun Factory to make your own jewelry with Half Moon Jewelry Design owner Joyce Schwartz. She will provide the kits and guide you through the process of making your own jewelry! Event will run from 7-8pm and is a great craft for all ages!
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby and enjoy a movie that is PG-13 or lower. We will supply the popcorn. Check the board in the lobby for what movie will be playing each night.

Thursday, June 30th, 2011
8:00PM Flume Gorge Movie

Come down to the lobby and learn about the famous Flume Gorge. One of the natural beauties of the White Mountains.

Friday, July 1st, 2011
9:30AM Franconia Notch Trip ($22 per person, kids age 6-12 are $16 per child)
Join Eric as he heads over to the famous Franconia Notch. We will start at the Flume Gorge. The gorge itself is 800 ft long, with 60-90 foot tall walls. The hike itself is 2 miles roundtrip, along with the gorge you will see 2 covered bridges, about 5 waterfalls, and lots of beautiful scenery! After that we will head to Cannon Mtn. and ride the aerial tram to the top, where you can eat lunch, and hike around the rim trail, seeing views of all the Notch, and on a clear day, you can see 4 states, and sometimes into Canada!
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby and enjoy a movie that is PG-13 or lower. We will supply the popcorn. Check the board in the lobby for what movie will be playing each night.

Saturday, July 2nd, 2011

2:00PM Ice Cream Social ($3 per bowl)
Come down to the Fun Factory just off the main lobby for an ice cream social. We will have different kinds of ice cream, and almost everything you can think of for toppings.
5:00PM Smores by the Campfire (FREE EVENT)
Join Eric down at the fire pit to make some delicious smores. We will have the marshmallows, chocolate, and graham crackers, as well as the sticks to roast with
6:45PM Moose Tour ($25 Adults - $16 Children 12 and under)
Come along for a ride on the famous Moose Tour Bus! This 3 hour tour will take you all over northern New Hampshire looking for MOOSE! But this is no ordinary bus ride, filled with bubble machines, disco lights, and many other fun things to make the ride that much more fun! There is no guarantee you will see moose, but this is your best chance!! Please go to Moose Booth on Main St. to board the Bus.
7:00PM Half Moon Jewelry Design ($11-$16 per necklace depending on size) (Earring sets also available $5-$14)
Come down to the Fun Factory to make your own jewelry with Half Moon Jewelry Design owner Joyce Schwartz. She will provide the kits and guide you through the process of making your own jewelry! Event will run from 7-8pm and is a great craft for all ages!
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby and enjoy a movie that is PG-13 or lower. We will supply the popcorn. Check the board in the lobby for what movie will be playing each night.

Wednesday, June 15, 2011

Activities Schedule June 17-25, 2011

Friday, June 17th, 2011
9:30AM Franconia Notch Trip ($22 per person)
Join Eric as he heads over to the famous Franconia Notch. We will start at the Flume Gorge. The gorge itself is 800 ft long, with 60-90 foot tall walls. The hike itself is 2 miles roundtrip, along with the gorge you will see 2 covered bridges, about 5 waterfalls, and lots of beautiful scenery! After that we will head to Cannon Mtn. and ride the aerial tram to the top, where you can eat lunch, and hike around the rim trail, seeing views of all the Notch, and on a clear day, you can see 4 states, and sometimes into Canada!
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby and enjoy a movie that is PG-13 or lower. We will supply the popcorn. Check the board in the lobby for what movie will be playing each night.

Saturday, June 18th, 2011
10:00AM Hike the Basin (FREE EVENT)
Join Eric on an easy stroll through the Basin. The Basin itself is a small waterfall and rock formation also known as the Old Man on the Mountain’s Foot. From there we will either hike through the “Baby Flume” or up the Basin Cascades Trail. Both of which have very nice waterfalls and scenery.The trail will probably be muddy so boots or other sturdy footwear is highly recommended NO SANDALS!
5:00PM Smores by the Campfire (FREE EVENT)
Join Eric down at the fire pit to make some delicious smores. We will have the marshmallows, chocolate, and graham crackers, as well as the sticks to roast with
6:45PM Moose Tour ($25 Adults - $16 Children 12 and under)
Come along for a ride on the famous Moose Tour Bus! This 3 hour tour will take you all over northern New Hampshire looking for MOOSE! But this is no ordinary bus ride, filled with bubble machines, disco lights, and many other fun things to make the ride that much more fun! There is no guarantee you will see moose, but this is your best chance!! Please go to Moose Booth on Main St. to board the Bus.
7:00PM Half Moon Jewelry Design ($11-$16 per necklace depending on size) (Earring sets also available $5-$14)
Come down to the Fun Factory to make your own jewelry with Half Moon Jewelry Design owner Joyce Schwartz. She will provide the kits and guide you through the process of making your own jewelry! Event will run from 7-8pm and is a great craft for all ages!
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)
See Friday for details.

Monday, June 20th, 2011
9:00AM Day Break Update at Pollard Brook (FREE EVENT)
Join our Adventure Concierge for a fun and informational gathering where we will update you on all of our activities, local events and answer any questions you may have! Complimentary donuts!
2:00PM Hike to Sabbaday Falls & Rocky Gorge($5 per person)
Join us as we head out on the Kanc over to Sabbaday Falls. Sabbaday Falls is a 3/4 mile round trip hike up to a 3 tiered waterfall!! Most of the trail is flat, except for one small hill. This is a very scenic area with a beautiful waterfall! Rocky Gorge is a smaller gorge with a good sized waterfall a few miles down the road from Sabbaday Falls. This scenic area in the Swift river is not something you want to miss! Sturdy footwear is highly recommended NO SANDALS!
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby and enjoy a movie that is PG-13 or lower. We will supply the popcorn. Check the board in the lobby for what movie will be playing each night.

Tuesday, June 21st, 2011
10:00AM Covered Bridge Tour ($10 per person or $15 per person if we travel by bus)
Join us as we head west of Lincoln to see a few covered bridges. First we will stop at the Swiftwater Covered Bridge, which is a smaller bridge with a beautiful waterfall underneath it. After that we will head to the Haverhill-Bath Covered Bridge, which is 1 of 2 completely original bridges left in the country. Finally we will stop at the Bath Covered
Bridge, which is the longest covered bridge entirely in the state of NH. Also at the Bath Covered Bridge is the Brick Store, America’s Oldest General Store
3:00PM Fadden's Sugar House and General Store (FREE EVENT)
We will head over to North Woodstock and meet with the Fadden Family and see how they make Maple Syrup.You will be able to observe the process in the modern facility as well as see an example of the way it was done in the good ole days.
5:00PM Wine and Cheese Social (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the Main Lobby and enjoy a delicious cheese platter, as well as a glass or two of wine! Eric will be there to answer any questions you may have, but this is simply an event for guests to socialize with each other.
7:30PM Smores by the Campfire (FREE EVENT)
Join Eric down at the fire pit to make some delicious smores. We will have the marshmallows, chocolate, and graham crackers, as well as the sticks to roast with
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby and enjoy a movie that is PG-13 or lower. We will supply the popcorn. Check the board in the lobby for what movie will be playing each night.

Wednesday, June 22nd, 2011
8:45AM COG Railway ($35 per person. Includes Round Trip Transportation)
Join Eric as we head up to the famous Cog Railway. This railway chugs up the side of Mt. Washington all the way to the top where you can experience “the world’s worst weather” At the top you will get magnificent views on a nice day, and at the very least, you will get to stand on the tallest mountain in the northeast.
6:45PM Moose Tour ($25 Adults - $16 Children 12 and under)
Come along for a ride on the famous Moose Tour Bus! This 3 hour tour will take you all over northern New Hampshire looking for MOOSE! But this is no ordinary bus ride, filled with bubble machines, disco lights, and many other fun things to make the ride that much
more fun! There is no guarantee you will see moose, but this is your best chance!! The
bus will pick up at Pollard Brook at 6:45PM so arrive a few minutes early and be sure to sign up because there are a limited number of seats.
7:00PM Half Moon Jewelry Design ($12 per bracelet) (or $15-$17 per ankle bracelet)
Come down to the Fun Factory to make your own jewelry with Half Moon Jewelry Design owner Joyce Schwartz. She will provide the kits and guide you through the process of making your own jewelry! Event will run from 7-8pm and is a great craft for all ages!
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby and enjoy a movie that is PG-13 or lower. We will supply the popcorn. Check the board in the lobby for what movie will be playing each night.


Thursday, June 23rd, 2011
4:00PM Ice Cream Social ($3 per bowl)
Come down to the Fun Factory just off the main lobby for an ice cream social. We will have different kinds of ice cream, and almost everything you can think of for toppings.
8:00PM Flume Gorge Movie
Come down to the lobby and learn about the famous Flume Gorge. One of the natural beauties of the White Mountains.

Friday, June 24th, 2011
9:30AM Franconia Notch Trip ($22 per person, kids age 6-12 are $16 per child)
Join Eric as he heads over to the famous Franconia Notch. We will start at the Flume Gorge. The gorge itself is 800 ft long, with 60-90 foot tall walls. The hike itself is 2 miles roundtrip, along with the gorge you will see 2 covered bridges, about 5 waterfalls, and lots of beautiful scenery! After that we will head to Cannon Mtn. and ride the aerial tram to the top, where you can eat lunch, and hike around the rim trail, seeing views of all the Notch, and on a clear day, you can see 4 states, and sometimes into Canada!
5:00PM Smores by the Campfire (FREE EVENT)
Join Eric down at the fire pit to make some delicious smores. We will have the marshmallows, chocolate, and graham crackers, as well as the sticks to roast with
8:00PM Movie Night — (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby and enjoy a movie that is PG-13 or lower. We will supply the popcorn. Check the board in the lobby for what movie will be playing each night.

Saturday, June 25th, 2011

NEW ENGLAND BREWFEST FROM 4:00PM TO 9:00PM
@ THE VILLAGE SHOPS ON MAIN ST IN LINCOLN.
TICKETS AVAILABLE IN ADVANCE FROM THE FRONT DESK.

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

White Mountains Attractions Open for the Season with New Rides



NORTH WOODSTOCK, NH - With the fast approach of summer in New Hampshire's White Mountains, the region's attractions are opening for the season and visitors will find some new reasons to return to their favorite parks.


From new rides, new ways to ride and even new ways to "hang around," vacationers heading north to the mountains will find new adventures awaiting them.
"The White Mountains have been a destination for generations of families and our many attractions realize this," said Jayne O'Connor, president of White Mountains Attractions. "This year's investment represents hundreds of thousands of dollars to add new experiences at our theme parks that can be enjoyed for new generations."


Among the new rides this year include:


- Splash Battle Pharaoh's Reign at Story Land in Glen, the first new ride at the park since 2006. Set to open in June, this river adventure features a 4-person watercraft, each equipped with a water cannon that can be aimed at other boats and toward spectators on shore. Those land-lubbers will also have a chance to blast water back.


- On the heels of last year's opening of the Ho-Ho-H2O watermark, Santa's Village in Jefferson opens a new ride this season, Santa's Chimney Drop.


- Loon Mountain in Lincoln will offer 3-hour guided Segway tours. Following an orientation, riders will glider along the bike path and River Walk, all while learning about the rich history and logging heritage of Lincoln, before returning to Loon.


- For the visitor who likes to "hang around," Alpine Adventures in Lincoln has just the ticket. The third and largest Zipline course, the Super SkyRider, will combine newer, faster and higher lines. Thrillsville, the aerial adventure park on Main Street in Lincoln, is undergoing an expansion that will triple its size and a 4-person bungee-trampoline has also been added.


- Cannon Mountain, in Franconia Notch State Park, now has bike rentals available at the base of the Tramway, giving cyclists direct access to the 8.8-mile recreation path winding through the notch. A shuttle service will be available so that guests can ride from the tram to the Flume Gorge and return via shuttle.


- Just a few months after opening it's mountain coaster last winter, Cranmore Mountain is kicking off the summer season with the opening of its Adventure Park. Ropes courses, zip lines and air bridges are waiting for visitors to conquer.


- Attitash Mountain Resort's Nor'Easter Mountain Coaster, opened late last year, and with its banked turns, dips and straightaways, it offers a thrilling and scenic ride for all ages.


- Aboard Conway Scenic Railroad's Notch Train, a new first class package, featuring seating in first class, a 3 course luncheon on the Hattie Evans car, beverage service and complimentary snacks are offered this summer.


- For hikers, the Appalachian Mountain Club will offer hiker shuttles connecting with Concord Coach Lines in Lincoln and North Conway. The AMC's historic Madison Spring hut opens June 2, following a rebuilding project and the organization is offering a variety of children and family friendly amenities and activities at its lodges and mountain huts.


- The Whale's Tale in Lincoln opens eight new cabanas around the park, featuring lounge chairs, cocktail table and lunch table, and privacy.


- The Rocks Estate in Bethlehem opens the New Hampshire Maple Experience for guests to learn about the art of maple sugaring, featuring a virtual sugarhouse and interactive maple museum.


- Canterbury Shaker Village offers a cooking series every fourth Thursday of month, featuring lessons by well-known culinary experts.
- The first new trail opens at Lost River Gorge and Boulder Caves in North Woodstock, giving visitors a look at a vernal pool, old growth trees and a remarkable pothole that shows just how high the water once was in Kinsman Notch.


White Mountains Attractions Association, founded in 1958, is the official marketing association for the region and its 16 attractions, including Attitash, Cannon Mountain, Clark’s Trading Post, the Mount Washington Cog Railroad, the Conway Scenic Railroad, Flume Gorge, the Hobo Railroad, Loon Mountain, Lost River Gorge, Mount Washington Auto Road, Polar Caves, Santa’s Village, Six Gun City, Story Land, Whale’s Tale and Wildcat Mountain.

For information about the White Mountains, the visitors’ center is located off exit 32 on Interstate 93 in North Woodstock; visit http://www.visitwhitemountains.com or call 800-FIND-MTS.