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The Unusual and Iconic Mountains of the Ossipee Area

By Kathi Caldwell-Hopper

If you are traveling through Ossipee, New Hampshire today, you will pass a mountain with quite a history. All that is left of the mountain’s former glory as a ski area is an old lift tower near the mountain.

Mount Whittier, in Ossipee, was named for poet John Greenleaf Whittier. In the 1800s, the popular poet spent time in the area and lodged at the Bear Camp River House in West Ossipee. Whittier was a person of note at the time. After the Bear Camp House burned in 1880 and it became difficult for him to lodge in the area, Whittier was fondly recalled by many, and a local peak was named after the poet.

At the naming of the mountain in honor of Whittier, a mountain top ceremony took place. There was, however, a glitch on the map, and the 1,700 ft. peak was mistakenly named Nickerson Mountain. The 2,205 ft. mountain to the west was named Mt. Whittier.

As skiing became popular in the early 1900s, locals saw an opportunity to bring the sport to Ossipee. The Civilian Conservation Corps built a ski trail on Mt. Whittier in the 1930s. The ski area was a hit and later, when an eye-catching gondola service was added, it was

even more popular with visitors.

Mt. Whittier Ski Area in Ossipee was a busy place in the not-so-distant past, and if you were headed to the White Mountains, you likely passed this ski area and maybe even skied there. Situated on Nickerson Mountain in Ossipee, the ski area was operating in the 1940s. By the late 1940s, three rope tows were in operation on the mountain. According to www.nelsap. org, the ski area was somewhat unique, because it never operated any chair lifts, depending instead on T-bars and a well-remembered gondola to get skiers up the mountain.

By the 1960s, expansion came in the form of some new slopes at the Whittier area. If you skied Mount Whittier or drove by, you might recall a four-passenger Mueller gondola that crossed Route 16 to pick up passengers at a mid-station (www.nelsap.org information). It can be assumed the gondola passing over the highway was eye-catching and unique in NH at the time.

The gondola attracted summer visitors as well, with rides up the mountain in the warm weather months. While there were challenges for skiers, such as the lack of chair lifts and lengthy

wait times for the gondola rides, it is said the ski area’s summit café had incredible views.

Mt. Whittier closed in 1985, the victim of poor snow winters. Memories of Mount Whittier by those who skied there are many, from socializing in the ski lodge to the thrill of riding the gondola.

In the area, Mount Chocorua also has a colorful history. The most wellknown and fascinating tale is the legend of Chocorua, and it is a story of friendship and revenge.

Legend has it that many years ago, a powerful and prophetic Native American chief, Chocorua, lived near the mountain. At the time, settlers from New Hampshire’s seacoast and other southern regions of the state were making their way to the White Mountains, hoping to start homesteads there.

In the early 1700s, Chocorua befriended many white settlers and one family in particular, the Campbells, were on good terms with the local native peoples.

The Campbells had settled in what is today known as the Tamworth area, and Chocorua was a frequent visitor. As a mark of his trust and friendship with the Campbells, Chocorua left his

beloved son with the family when he had to go on a trip.

In the wild and wooded area, there were many animals and Mr. Campbell sought the aid of a poison to deal with troublesome foxes. Sadly, Chocorua’s son found the poison and drank it, with disastrous results. When Chocorua returned, he was told his son had died. In his grief, the native chief vowed vengeance on the Campbell family and his punishment was swift.

When Mr. Campbell returned home to find his wife and children had been killed, the settler suspected the murderer to be his former friend, Chocorua. He chased the chief up the treacherous mountain and wounded Chocorua with a gunshot.

Knowing his death was imminent, Chocorua yelled a curse upon the settlers and then leaped to his death from the mountain top.

Other tales differ in detail, and some say Chocorua fell by accident from a high rock on the mountain while he was hunting. Another story claims a group of settlers pursued Chocorua up the mountain after a massacre and the •Yesteryear continued on page 4

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Volunteer Pizza Night

Volunteers make possible many facets of Chocorua Lake Conservancy’s stewardship work. They are part of both CLC and the larger community, and we are grateful for the ideas and guidance they share with us.

On Thursday, June 22, from 5:307:30PM in Chocorua, Chocorua Lake Conservancy (CLC) invites current and prospective CLC volunteers to learn about volunteer opportunities, share ideas and questions with CLC board and staff, and visit with other volunteers. We hope you can join us! Please register in advance at bit.ly/

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chief flung himself to his death. Other stories add dramatic details, such as settlers chasing Chocorua up the mountain and setting fire to the forest, whereby the chief chose to leap to his death rather than burn in the fire.

The curse Chocorua placed upon his former friends is said to warn, “May the Great Spirit curse you when he speaks in the clouds and his words are fire!”

Further, another version in the story “Chocorua’s Curse” by Lydia Maria Child, says Chocorua’s words from the mountain were, “A curse upon ye white men! May the Great Spirit curse ye when he speaks in the clouds, and his words are fire!”

Both versions go on to predict dire

CLC-062223 so that we have plenty of food and drink for everyone. We’ll send you directions to the event location when you register.

This event is one in a series of Chocorua Lake Conservancy programs held throughout the year to encourage people of all ages to enjoy Chocorua Lake and the trails and woods that surround it, and to learn more about the natural world we inhabit. To learn about upcoming events, visit www.chocorualake.org, sign up for our monthly e-newsletter, or follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

times for the settlers, with death to their cattle, and attacks by wolves and panthers.

Today, the rugged mountain is hiked by many and extremely popular with breathtaking views from the top. It is a challenging climb, but the mountain is iconic for the area, being captured over the years in paintings, drawings and photographs.

Mount Whittier and Mount Chocorua have varied histories; one remembered for a native chief and his act of revenge from sorrow and the other about a mountain named for a famous and well-respected poet. One (Chocorua) became a hiking mountain that is popular year-round and the other (Whittier) was a popular ski area with an unusual gondola that made it stand out from all others in the area.

Through June 17, Granite State Track and Field, ages 9-14, Constitution Park, Ossipee, pre-register:

Through June 30, Robert Gordon Show & Sale, to honor the late Robert Gordon, well known locally and afar, painting for sale. Open 10 am-5 pm, Wed.-Mon., ArtWorks Gallery, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, 323-8041, www.chocoruaartworks.com

Through June 30, Rock the House, art exhibit, The Art Center, 1 Washington St., Suite 1177, Dover, 978-6702, www.theartcenterdover.com.

June 16, Bill Frisell Trio, 8 pm, Stone Mountain Arts Center, Brownfield, ME, 207935-7292, www.stonemountainartscenter.com.

June 16, Friday Night Vertical Series, 6-8 pm, group start is 7 pm, for all abilities, run or hike uphill, pizza afterwards at Arlberg building, Cranmore Mt., N. Conway, supports N. Conway Community Center, info: 800-422-0585, www.cranmore.com

June 16, Grosse Isle concert, 7:30-9:30 pm, Medallion Opera House, 20 Park St., Gorham, 466-3322.

June 16, Al Hospers, Randy Roos, Tim Gilmore concert, 7 pm, Majestic Café, 34 Main St., Conway. www.conwaymajestic.com, 447-4737.

June 16 & 17, John Davidson at Club Sandwich, 7 pm, 12 Main St., Center Sandwich, admission/info: https://www.johndavidson.com/weekendshows

June 17, America’s Boating Course, 10 am-5 pm, Wolfeboro Public Library, 259 S. Main St., Wolfeboro, info: NH Boat Museum, 569-4554.

June 17, Coffee Filter Floral Bouquets, 10 am-noon, age 12 and up, Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, pre-registration: 569-1500, www.makersmill.org

June 17, Comedian Juston McKinney, 8 pm, Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, info/tickets: 335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse.com.

June 17, Hikers Club: Mt. Roberts Trail, 9 am-12:30 pm, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 476-5900.

June 17, Lucknow Garden Tour, 9:30-10:30 am, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 476-5900.

June 17, NH Appreciation Day, free admission for all NH residents, 10 am-4 pm, NH Boat Museum, 399 Center St., Wolfeboro, 569-4554, www.nhbm.org. Proof of residency required.

June 17, NH Boat Licensing Course, with Lakes Region US Power Squardron, 10 am-5 pm, Wolfeboro Public Library, 259 S. Main St., Wolfeboro, register: www. nhbm.org.

June 17, Sunrise Yoga Series, 7 am, at the base of Cranmore with Mountain Kula Yoga, Cranmore Mt., N. Conway, register/info: 800-422-0585, www.cranmore.com

June 18, Cold River Radio Show, 7 pm, Majestic Theatre, 36 Main St., Conway. www.conwaymajestic.com, 447-4737.

June 18, Lee Rocker of the Stray Cats, 7 pm, Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, info/tickets: 335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse.com.

June 18, Mark Erelli, 7 pm, Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.

June 19, 2nd Annual Golf Tournament, 9 am-2 pm, Lake Winnipesaukee Golf Club, 1 Lake Winnipesaukee Drive, New Durham, presented by White Horse Recovery, www.whitehorserecovery.com.

June 19, Guided Hikes: Brook Walk, 10-11:30 am, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 476-5900.

June 19, Music Night at Castle in the Clouds, performer: Jonathan Sarty, dinner and music on the patio, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 476-5900.

June 19, Solar Gazing, noon-4 pm, free, Castle in the Clouds, 455 Old Mt. Rd., Moultonborough, pre-register suggested: 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org

June 19-21, Nostalgic Impressionism with Kathie Odom, 10 am, Jackson Art studio, 155 Ridge Rd., Jackson, 387-3463, www.jacksonartnh.com.

June 20, Model Yacht Open House, 1-4 pm, Bridge Falls Path, boat displays, racing, by Back Bay Skippers Model Yacht Club, NH Boat Museum, Wolfeboro, 5694554, www.nhbm.org.

June 20, Music Night at Castle in the Clouds, performer: Sweep the Leg, dinner and music on the patio, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 476-5900.

June 20, The Land of Lucknow: From Ossipee Mountain Park to Castle in the Clouds, 4:30-5:30 pm, talk by Castle curator Robin Sherman, Gilford Public Library, 31 Potter Hill Rd., Gilford, 524-6042, www.gilfordlibrary.org

June 20, When Books Went to War, 7-8 pm, Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, info/tickets: 569-1212.

June 19-21, Nostalgic Impressionism with Kathie Odom, 10 am-4 pm, Jackson Art Studio & Gallery, 155 Ridge Rd., Jackson, 387-3463, www.jacksonartnh.com.

June 20, Model Yacht Open House, 1-4 pm, Bridge Falls Path, boat displays, racing, by Back Bay Skippers Model Yacht Club, NH Boat Museum, 569-4554, www. nhbm.org.

June 21, Photography Workshop – Waterfalls, with Matt Cohen, 9 am-1 pm, takes place at Castle in the Clouds Brookwalk, Moultonborough, pre-register at Artworks Gallery, 323-8041, www.chocoruaartworks.com

What’s UP

June 21, Summer Solstice Event, 11 am-5 pm, Whitney Community Center, Jackson, whitneycommunitycenter@gmail.com

June 21, Wednesday Wonders, 10:30-11:30 am, for ages 3-5 with a caregiver, join Tessa for stories, songs, and fun, free, Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, 447-5552.

June 22, Summer Kick-Off Celebration, 5-8 pm, held at Lake View Inn Bed & Breakfast, 20 Martin Hill Rd., Wolfeboro, apps, drinks, Wentworth Watershed, info.: 534-0222.

June 22-July 16, A Funny Thing Happened on the way to the Forum, M&D Playhouse, 2760 White Mt. Highway, N. Conway, 733-5275, www.mdplayhouse.com

June 23, Drag Story Hour, sponsored by White Mountains Pride, 9-10 am, Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, 447-5552.

June 23, Lucknow Garden Tour, 9:30-10:30 am, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 476-5900.

June 23, McCoy Mrubata and Gary Wittner concert, 7 pm, Majestic Café, 34 Main St., Conway. www.conwaymajestic.com, 447-4737.

June 23, Summer Cranapalooza, 12:30-2:30 pm, summer games, music, prizes and more, Artist Falls Lodge, Cranmore Mt., N. Conway, supports N. Conway Community Center, info: 800-422-0585, www.cranmore.com

June 23 & 24, John Davidson at Club Sandwich, 7 pm, 12 Main St., Center Sandwich, admission/info: https://www.johndavidson.com/weekendshows

June 24, 35th Anniversary Community Time Capsule, 11 am-2 pm, near American Dog statue at Settler’s Green StreetSide, family activities, capsular burying to be unearth 13 years later in 2036, Settler’s Green, 1699 White Mt. Highway, N. Conway, 888-667-9636.

June 24, Butterfly Field Training, 10 am-noon, Tin Mountain Conservation Center, 1245 Bald Hill Rd., Albany, 447-6991, www.tinmountain.org

June 24, Hikers Club: Faraway Mountain, 9-11 am, free, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 476-5900.

June 24, Sunrise Yoga Series, 7 am, at the base of Cranmore with Mountain Kula Yoga, Cranmore Mt., N. Conway, register/info: 800-422-0585, www.cranmore.com

June 24, Summer Kick Off, 11 am-3 pm, games, booths, fun in Foss Field, Pavilion, 88 Lehner St., Wolfeboro, 569-5639.

June 24, Wolfeboro Parks & Recreation Open House, 11 am-2 pm, Foss Field, Rt. 28, Wolfeboro, learn about Community Sailing Program, NH Boat Museum, 5694554, www.nhbm.org.

June 24 & 25, Back in the Saddle at the Castle, equine events, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonborough, 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

June 24-Sept. 2, Tiny Treasures, Great Joys, this year’s exhibit at Sandwich Historical Society, 10 am-4 pm, Thurs.-Sat., Wentworth Exhibit Room and Elisha Marston House Museum, Sandwich Historical Society, 4 Maple St., Center Sandwich, 284-6269, wwwsandwichhistorical.org.

June 25, Session Americana, 7 pm, Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.

June 26, Music Night at Castle in the Clouds, performer: Mark Bartrum, dinner and music on the patio, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 476-5900.

June 26, Solar Gazing, noon-4 pm, free, Castle in the Clouds, 455 Old Mt. Rd., Moultonborough, pre-register suggested: 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org

June 27, Early American Military Aviation and Military Ballooning, 7-8 pm, Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, info/tickets: 569-1212.

June 27, Music Night at Castle in the Clouds, performer: Jeff Mitchell, dinner and music on the patio, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 476-5900.

June 27, Tiny Tot Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30 am, for babies and toddlers with a caregiver, join Tessa for stories, songs, and fun, free, Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, 447-5552.

June 28, Ossipee Ring Dike Complex, 7 pm, presented by Nelson Eby, NH Geological Society, Freedom Historical Society, 733-9307, www.freedomhistoricalsociety. org

June 28, Yoga on the Lawns of Lucknow, 6-7 pm, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 476-5900.

June 29, All Together Now Sumer Reading Kickoff: Magic Show with Robert Clarke, 4-5 pm, free, summer reading program kickoff, Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, 447-5552.

June 29, Lake Discovery Day, 10:30 am-noon, NH Boat Museum, 399 Center St., Wolfeboro, 569-4554, www.nhbm.org.

June 29, Land, People & Property, 10:30 am-noon, Castle in the Clouds, 455 Old Mt. Rd., Moultonborough, pre-register required: 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds. org

June 29, Peter Mulvey at Club Sandwich, 7 pm, 12 Main St., Center Sandwich, admission/info: https://www.johndavidson.com/weekendshows

June 29-July 8, Nunsense, Barnstormers, summer theatre, 104 Main St., Tamworth, 323-8500, www.barnstormerstheatre.org

June 30, Adam Ezra Group Concert, 8-10 pm, Medallion Opera House, 20 Park St., Gorham, 466-3322.

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What’s UP

June 30, Forever Young, Sunset Concert Series, 7:30 pm, Believe in Books Literacy Foundation/Theatre in the Wood, 41 Observatory way, Intervale, tickets/info.: www.believeinbooks.org. or call 356-9980.

June 30, Friday Night Vertical Series, 6-8 pm, group start is 7 pm, for all abilities, run or hike uphill, pizza afterwards at Arlberg building, Cranmore Mt., N. Conway, supports N. Conway Community Center, info: 800-422-0585, www.cranmore.com

June 30, John Davidson at Club Sandwich, 7 pm, 12 Main St., Center Sandwich, admission/info: https://www.johndavidson.com/weekendshows

June 30, Laurie and Ken Turley with Michael Murphy concert, 7 pm, Majestic Café, 34 Main St., Conway. www.conwaymajestic.com, 447-4737.

June 30, Lucknow Garden Tour, 9:30-10:30 am, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 476-5900.

June 30, Screen Printing Basics with Bill Mitchell, 10:30 am-3:30 pm, League of NH Craftsmen, Center Sandwich Fine Craft Gallery, 32 Main St., Sandwich, 2846831, https://centersandwich.nhcrafts.org/

June 30, Summer Cranapalooza, 12:30 pm, summer games, music, prizes and more, Artist Falls Lodge, Cranmore Mt., N. Conway, supports N. Conway Community Center, info: 800-422-0585, www.cranmore.com

July 1, Ben Baldwin Fishing Derby, 9 am-1 pm, Cate Island, Baldwin family dock, Wentworth Watershed, Lake Wentworth, Wolfeboro, info.: 534-0222.

July 1, Compaq Big Band Outdoor Concert, 7-9 pm, free, Cate Park, Wolfeboro, 569-2200.

July 1, Create a Handmade Journal, with Robin Cornwell, 2:30-4 pm, ArtWorks Gallery, 132 White Mt. Highway, Chocorua. Pre-register: 323-8041, www.chocoruaartworks.com.

July 1, Fourth on the Farm, 10 am-4 pm, celebrate birth of the nation, banjo music by Bob Kilham, strawberry shortcake, lawn games, and much more, NH Farm Museum, 1305 White Mt. Highway, Milton, 652-7840, www.nhfarmmuseum.org

July 1, Hikers Club: Bald Knob via Cutoff, 8-11 am, free, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 476-5900.

July 1, John Davidson at Club Sandwich, 7 pm, 12 Main St., Center Sandwich, admission/info: https://www.johndavidson.com/weekendshows

July 1, Lakescape Oil Painting with Ann Xavier, 9 am-noon, League of NH Craftsmen, Center Sandwich Fine Craft Gallery, 32 Main St., Sandwich, 284-6831, https://centersandwich.nhcrafts.org/

July 1, Novel Jazz Septet, 7:30 pm, Majestic Theatre, 36 Main St., Conway. www. conwaymajestic.com, 447-4737.

July 1, Sunrise Yoga Series, 7 am, at the base of Cranmore with Mountain Kula Yoga, Cranmore Mt., N. Conway, register/info: 800-422-0585, www.cranmore.com

July 1, Wolfeboro Lions Club 3rd Annual Car Show, 11 am - 2 pm, The Nick, 10 Trotting Track Rd. Wolfeboro. Free all vehicles and motorcycles welcom. Donations Accepted. 603-651-6598.

July 1-Sept. 9, Snoopy and the Red Baron, Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, info/tickets: 569-1212.

July 2, Free Admission Day, 10 am-4 pm, free admission for all on this day, NH Boat Museum, 569-4554, www.nhbm.org.

July 2, Guided Hikes: Oak Ridge, 10 am-noon, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 476-5900.

June 2, Hymn for Her, 7 pm, Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.

July 2, Jackson Village Fireworks Display, 9 pm, www.jacksonnh.com

July 3, Boat Parade, 9 am-noon, Camp Bernadette, Wentworth Watershed, info@ wentworthwatershed.org, info.: 534-0222.

July 3, Solar Gazing, noon-4 pm, free, Castle in the Clouds, 455 Old Mt. Rd., Moultonborough, pre-register suggested: 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org

July 3, Story Time, 11-11:30 am, free, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, in partnership with Moultonborough Public Library, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 476-5900.

July 4, Annual Parade, 10 am, Main St., Wolfeboro, 569-2200.

July 4, 4th of July parade starts at 1:30 pm 176 Main St., Conway, starting at 4 pm vendors, entertainment and fireworks in Schouler Park, N. Conway, fireworks at 9 pm, Conway Parks & Recreation Dept., 901-1139.

July 4, Tiny Tot Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30 am, for babies and toddlers with a caregiver, join Tessa for stories, songs, and fun, free, Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, 447-5552.

July 5, Mary Had a Little Ham, 11 am, The Colonial Theatre, 2050 Main St., Bethlehem, 869-3422, www.bethlehemcolonial.org.July 5, Yoga on the Lawns of Lucknow, 6-7 pm, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 476-5900.July 6, All Together Now: Watershed Explorations with NH Fish & Game, 4-5 pm, for children and their families, learn about aquatic creatures, kids under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult, Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, 447-5552.

July 6, An Evening with Master Mentalist Jon Stetson at Club Sandwich, 7 pm, 12 Main St., Center Sandwich, admission/info: https://www.johndavidson.com/ weekendshows

July 6, Land, People & Property, 10:30 am-noon, Castle in the Clouds, 455 Old Mt. Rd., Moultonborough, pre-register required: 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org

What’s UP

July 6, Volunteer Biological Assessment Program with NH Fish & Game, 1-4 pm, meet at Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, walk to Davis Park for annual assessment of Saco River Watershed, info. 4447-5552. All ages welcome but under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required.

July 7, Entrain, Sunset Concert Series, 7:30 pm, Believe in Books Literacy Foundation/Theatre in the Wood, 41 Observatory way, Intervale, tickets/info.: www.believeinbooks.org. or call 356-9980.

July 7, First Fridays Reception, 5-7 pm, meet featured artist, ask about classes, ArtWorks Gallery & Fine Crafts, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, 323-8041, www.chocoruaartworks.com

July 7, First Friday: Taylor Whiteside, 7 pm, Majestic Theatre, 36 Main St., Conway. www.conwaymajestic.com, 447-4737.

July 7, Friday Night Vertical Series, 6-8 pm, group start is 7 pm, for all abilities, run or hike uphill, pizza afterwards at Arlberg building, Cranmore Mt., N. Conway, supports N. Conway Community Center, info: 800-422-0585, www.cranmore.com

July 7, Lucknow Garden Tour, 9:30-10:30 am, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 476-5900.

July 7, Summer Cranapalooza, 12:30 pm, summer games, music, prizes and more, Artist Falls Lodge, Cranmore Mt., N. Conway, supports N. Conway Community Center, info: 800-422-0585, www.cranmore.com

July 7-9, On the Green 1, Arts & Crafts Festival, 10 am, Brewster Academy, 80 Academy Drive, Rt. 28, Wolfeboro, 387-1510, www.joycescraftshows.com.

July 8, 22nd Annual Powwow, 11 am-5 pm, food, dancing, vendors, museum tours and more, Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum, 18 Highlawn Rd., Warner, 456-2600, www.indianmuseum.org.

July 8, Antique & Vintage Fair, Clark House Museum Complex, 233 S. Main St., Wolfeboro, info: 569-4997, www.wolfeborohistoricalsociety.org.

July 8, Hikers Club: Settlement Loop, 8-9:30 am, free, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 476-5900.

July 8, John Davidson at Club Sandwich, 7 pm, 12 Main St., Center Sandwich, admission/info: https://www.johndavidson.com/weekendshows

July 8, Linda Eder concert, 7:30-10 pm, Anderson Hall, Wolfeboro, Great Waters Music Festival, tickets/info: www.greatwaters.org

July 8, Pat Travers Band, 8 pm, Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, info/tickets: 335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse.com.

July 8, Soggy Po’ Boys Outdoor Concert, 7-9 pm, free, Cate Park, Wolfeboro, 569-2200.

July 8, Sunrise Yoga Series, 7 am, at the base of Cranmore with Mountain Kula Yoga, Cranmore Mt., N. Conway, register/info: 800-422-0585, www.cranmore.com

July 8, Walking Tour with Dr. John Foley, 10 am, meets at Wolfeboro Train Station, Wolfeboro Historical Society, info: 569-4997, www.wolfeborohistoricalsociety. org.

July 8 & 9, 2 Day Summer Sketching with Watercolor, 9-11:30 am, Tin Mountain Conservation Center, 1245 Bald Hill Rd., Albany, pre-register: 447-6991, www.tinmountain.org

July 8, 15, 22 & 29, Chair Caning for Beginners with John Worthington, 10:30 am-12:30 pm, League of NH Craftsmen, Center Sandwich Fine Craft Gallery, 32 Main St., Sandwich, 284-6831, https://centersandwich.nhcrafts.org/

July 8-16, Adult & Family Boat Building, 8:30 am-3:30 pm, NH Boat Museum, info/pre-register: 569-4554, www.nhbm.org

July 9, Bill “The Sauce Boss” Wharton, 7 pm, Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.

July 10, Colonial Medicinal Arts, speaker: Dina Farrell, Clark House Museum Complex, 233 S. Main St., Wolfeboro, info: 569-4997, www.wolfeborohistoricalsociety.org.

ONGOING

Adult Oil Painting, Mondays from 9 am-noon, no experience necessary, drop-in group, Ossipee Town Hall, Ossipee, info: Pat Jones: pjonesossipee3@gmail.com

ArtWorks Gallery & Fine Crafts/CCAC, art, shows, workshops and events, open year round with seasonal hours, 323-8041, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, www.chocoruaartworks.com

Believe in Books Literacy Foundation/Theatre in the Wood, Intervale, programs for children, www.believeinbooks.org. or call 356-9980.

Career Coaching Session, every Tues. between 10 am and 4 pm, 50-min. personal career coaching session, takes place monthly until June 27, Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, 569-1500, www.makersmill.org

Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonborough, 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods, nature trails open for hiking, 740 Mt. Israel Rd., Center Sandwich, 284-6428, www.champansanctuaryvisnywoods.com.

Chocorua Lake Basin View Lot, free, directions/info: www.chocorualake.org

Conway Historical Society, historical info., 447-5551, www.conwayhistoricalsociety.org.

2022 Featured Exhibits

May 1 to June 22:

• Saturday Evening Post Covers

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Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Avenue, Conway, many learning experiences, 4447-5552, www.conwaypubliclibrary.org.

Conway Scenic Railroad, various train rides to White Mt. areas, reservations: 3565251, station located at 38 Norcross Circle, N. Conway, www.conwayscenic.com.

Freedom Gallery, artwork/exhibits by area artists, 8 Elm St., Freedom, 610-7622493.

Freedom Village Store, variety of goods from artisan items to baked goods and much more, 11 Elm St., Freedom, call for info/hours: 539-3077, www.freedomvillagestore.org.

Friday Painters, 12:30-3 pm, meet weekly, Mt. Washington Valley Arts Assoc., at the Gibson Center, 14 Grove St., N. Conway, ken@gibsoncenter.org

Garden Tour, 9:30-10:30 am on Fridays, also first & third Saturdays monthly through Oct. 7, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration required: 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org

Gorham Farmers Market, weekly event on Thurs. through Oct. 5, 3-6 pm, Town of Gorham Common, 69 Main St., Gorham, fresh produce, fruits, meats, baked goods, cheeses, soaps, handmade items, live music, and much more, 466-3322.

Great Glen Trails, outdoor center/activities, Mt. Washington Auto Rd., Gorham, 466-3988, www.greatglentrails.com.

Ladies of the Lake Quilt Guild, meets second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, 10 am-2 pm at First Congregational Church, 115 Main St., Wolfeboro. A second group meet first and third Tuesday of each month at Community Center, 22 Lehner St., Wolfeboro, www.llqg.net

Land, People & Property, Thursdays from June 1-Sept. 28, 110:30 an-noon, walk around Castle in the Clouds grounds, learn about history of the property with guide, Rt. 171, Moultonborough, registration required: 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds. org.

Model Yachting - Back Bay Skippers, meets every Tues. & Thurs., 1-4 pm, model yacht group, spectators welcome, Cotton Valley Rail Trail, Glendon St., Wolfeboro, May-Oct., info: NH Boat Museum, 569-4554.

Molly the Trolley, 569-1080, take tours/rides of Wolfeboro area aboard the fun trolley, info/schedules: www.wolfeborotrolley.com

Monthly Fiber Mingle, 7 pm, bring your own fiber arts project to work on, Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, 569-1500, www.makersmill.org

Mount Washington Valley Farmers Market, June 20-Oct. 3, 4-7 pm, N. Conway Community Center, 78 Norcross Circle, N. Conway, mwvfarmersmarket@gmail. com, www.mwvfarmersmarket.com

NE Ski Museum, 2628 White Mt. Highway, N. Conway, www. newenglandskimuseum.org.

NH Boat Museum, boating exhibits, programs, boat building workshops, 399 Center St., Wolfeboro, call for opening day/hours: 569-4554, www.nhbm.org

NH Farm Museum, old-time farm events, tours, 1305 White Mt. Highway, Milton, 652-7840, www.nhfarmmuseum.org

Outdoor Nature Based Storytime for Young Children, Tuesdays, 10:30-1:30 pm, Cook Memorial Library, 93 Main St., Tamworth, 323-8510, www.tamworthlibrary. org.

Quilting Group, 1-4 pm, meets every 2 weeks, Ossipee Public Library, 74 Main St., Ossipee, schedule/info: 539-6390.

1941-1946:

Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm, events, tours, 58 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, 323-7591, www.remickmuseum.org.

Solar Gazing, noon-4 pm, free, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonborough, registration: 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org. (Every Mon. through Aug. 28)

Song and Jam Circle, community created jams and song circle, 3rd Monday of each month, Runnells Hall, 25 Deer Hill Rd., Tamworth, free, bring your favorite instruments, Arts Council of Tamworth, 584-2712, www.artstamworth.org

July

Tamworth Farmer’s Market, Saturdays, 10 am-noon, 30 Tamworth Road, Tamworth, info: www.tamworthfarmersmarket.org

Tamworth History Center, 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, contact for open hours: www.tamworthhistorycenter.org

Thursday Night Book Group, meets fourth Thurs. of every month for discussion of books; Mystery Book Group meets second Thurs. of the month, White Birch Books, N. Conway, 356-3200, www.whitebirchbooks.com.

Tin Mountain Conservation Center, 1245 Bald Hill Rd., Albany, programs, hikes, nature learning center, 447-6991, www.tinmountain.org

Wakefield/Brookfield Historical Society, meetings the second Tues. of each month from May-Oct., most meetings held at Schoolhouse, 2851 Wakefield Rd., with Oct. meeting held at Brookfield Town House, all programs on the history of Wakefield/ Brookfield, everyone welcome to attend, 522-6713.

The Wright Museum is a non-profit educational institution dedicated to recognizing and honoring the contributions and enduring legacy of WWII-era Americans.

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Wakefield Marketplace, 9 am-3 pm, produce, fruit, baked goods, flowers, handmade items and more, Rt. 16 north and Wakefield Rd., Wakefield, www.wakefieldmarketplace.org

Wolfeboro Farmers Market, every Thurs. from May 4-Oct. 26, noon-3:30 pm, local farm-raised meat, vegetables, fresh fish, fruit, eggs, baked goods, flowers, maple syrup, honey and a variety of artisanal products, held at The Nick, 10 Trotting Track Rd., Wolfeboro, 391-5661, wolfeborofarmersmarket@gmail.com.

Wright Museum of WWII, exhibits and lectures on life on the home front during WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, 569-1212, www.wrightmuseum.org

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By Kelly Ross

Today’s food chat is all about great side dishes in the cookout world, although you can use these at any time. I have an array of great and mostly different salads, a Cole slaw, and a few that come right off the grill. I feel that much of these will be new to many, but regardless, I hope you find at least a few of these will become a new potluck favorite and one for your backyard get-togethers as well. For starters, let’s go with a finger foodie kind of potato salad fun treat. This will make a dozen pieces and is perfect for entertaining. It’s great to double up on this depending on the situation.

Potato Salad Bites

8 medium red potatoes, halved

4 hardboiled eggs, cooled, peeled and chopped

½ cup mayo

1 tsp white vinegar

½ tsp salt

½ tsp fresh chopped parsley

¼ tsp onion powder

¼ tsp paprika

½ tsp fresh grind black pepper

1 scallion, chopped

Boil potato halves until cooked through, about 10-20 minutes depending on the size and thickness of your potatoes. Place potatoes aside to cool completely. Scoop out the inside of 12 of the 16 potato halves leaving thin potato shells behind. Try not to mash the potato too much when you remove it. Chop the remaining 4 potato halves and add them to the scooped-out potato flesh in a large mixing bowl. Combine potatoes, mayo, eggs, vinegar, salt, parsley, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and green onion in the bowl. If you want to garnish the scallions when done, either hold back some when mixing or chop an extra scallion. Stir with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula to mix.

Spoon the filling into the hollow potato halves. Garnish with green onions for serving as desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 24 hours, covered, before serving. If storing before using, make sure they are completely cooled before covering and refrigerating. These are fun and very good.

How about a spicey pineapple Cole slaw? I fell in love with this idea the first time I heard about it, and I have used this one many times for catering events as well as many get-togethers with friends and family. Not only is this outstanding as it is, but I also use this at times in my tacos for a great crunch and flavor. I have also served these on top of tortilla chips which is a great treat as an appetizer. One of the best things about this slaw recipe is that it is mayo-less, which I know will make many happy. This one is sweet as well as spicey as it includes chopped jalapenos to join the pineapple, as well as cabbage and cilantro among other great flavors. This can be thrown together in a half hour or so and will feed 6-8 as a side dish, although some may be a little heavy-handed when serving themselves.

Spicy Pineapple Slaw

4 cups shredded green cabbage from

1 head

2 cups diced fresh pineapple

1 cup shredded red cabbage

1 cup radishes, thinly sliced, ideally done with a mandolin

½ cup loosely packed cilantro leaves

2 tbsp minced jalapeño chile

1 red Fresno chile, very thinly sliced

1 tsp lime zest plus 2 tbsp fresh juice from 2 limes

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 tsp honey

½ tsp table salt

¼ tsp black pepper

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Tortilla chips, optional Toss the first 7 ingredients together in a large bowl. Whisk together zest, lime juice, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Add oil in a slow steady stream, whisking constantly until smooth. Add the vinaigrette to cabbage mixture and toss to coat. Let stand for 10 minutes, then toss again and serve. It’s another showstopper.

If you are a fan of cucumbers being a character in a fun and unique salad, you’re going to love the next couple of recipes. The first one is very simple to make, and tomatoes are the #1 main ingredient, and they and the cukes are combined with a bunch of great flavors and spices. You can have this made in 15-20 minutes and will serve 8-10. This does need to be served right after making.

Sesame Tomato and Cucumber Salad

1 lb tomatoes, thinly sliced crosswise

½ cup thinly sliced English cucumber

1 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp rice vinegar

2 tsp olive oil

1 ½ tsp granulated sugar

2 medium scallions, dark green parts only, thinly sliced

1 medium serrano or jalapeno chile, thinly sliced crosswise

2 tsp toasted sesame seeds

¼ tsp flaky sea salt

¼ tsp black pepper

Arrange tomato and cucumber slices on a platter. Whisk together soy sauce, vinegar, olive oil, and sugar in a small bowl until sugar dissolves. Drizzle 2 tbsp of dressing over tomatoes and cucumbers, and top with scallions, chile, and sesame seeds. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Serve immediately with remaining dressing.

Next, we include watermelon and feta cheese in the cucumbers with another delicious vinaigrette for flavor. This one takes closer to a half hour to build and should get you 8 servings. Watermelon, Cucumber, and Feta Salad Recipe

6 cups of ¾ inch cubed seedless watermelon from 1 seedless watermelon

3 cups of ¾ inch chopped English cucumber from 2 cucumbers

1 block feta cheese, 8 oz, cut into ¾ inch cubes, about 2 cups

½ cup red wine vinegar

¼ cup thinly sliced shallot

2 tbsp fresh lemon juice from 1 lemon

1 tsp fresh thyme leaves

½ tsp kosher salt

¼ tsp black pepper

¾ cup olive oil

½ cup torn mint leaves

Combine watermelon, cucumber, and feta in a large bowl and set aside. Combine vinegar, shallot, lemon juice, thyme, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Slowly drizzle in oil and whisk until emulsified. Toss watermelon mixture with ½ cup of the dressing. Transfer to a serving platter, and drizzle with remaining dressing. Sprinkle with mint leaves before serving.

Fresh fruit always makes a great addition to any good salad. and this one includes fresh strawberries. Also included are a creamy burrata, and crisp, savory prosciutto which is the perfect way to kick off the summer season. This combination of flavors and textures becomes even more elevated and special with a sprinkle of fresh basil and mint, spicy microgreens, nutty toasted walnuts, and a drizzle of sweet

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and tangy maple-balsamic vinaigrette that has been blended into rich and slightly creamy goodness. This will be finished in a half hour and feeds 5-6 of you. This dressing alone will more than likely become a popular “go to” for many other salads.

and then the rest of the arugula and followed by the burrata, mint and basil, and toasted walnuts. Season with flaky salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Top with crispy prosciutto. Drizzle the salad with the desired amount of vinaigrette.

This Southern cornbread salad is the perfect dish for potlucks, neighborhood

5 cups baby arugula or spring mix

3 tbsp thinly sliced fresh mint

¼ cup thinly sliced fresh basil

¾ cup roughly chopped toasted walnuts

Flaky sea salt, to taste

For Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette

½ cup extra-virgin olive oil

¼ cup balsamic vinegar

3 tbsp real maple syrup

1 clove garlic

½ tsp kosher salt

¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

To start, prepare the prosciutto by preheating the oven to 350 degrees. Place prosciutto pieces in a single layer on a parchment lined baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes, just until crispy. For the vinaigrette, combine all 6 ingredients in a food processor or blender. Blend until emulsified and creamy. For the salad, place ¾ of the arugula on a platter, top with the strawberries

bread, but you can always use a boxed mix if preferred. This can feed a dozen of you and the total time is 90 minutes or so. This salad is chock full of Southern personality. This should feed8-10 or even more easily.

Southern Cornbread Salad

For The Cornbread

¼ cup unsalted butter

3 cups self-rising buttermilk cornmeal mix, about 14.4 oz

1 ½ cups whole buttermilk

2 large eggs

For The Salad

8-10 thick-cut bacon slices, cut crosswise into 1 ½ inch pieces

1 bottle refrigerated ranch dressing, 20 oz

½ cup mayo

½ cup whole buttermilk

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1 cup chopped fresh herbs of choice, such as parsley, dill, chives, divided

4 tbsp white wine vinegar, divided

2 cans black-eyed peas, 15 ½ oz each, drained and rinsed

3 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp kosher salt

2 ½ cups halved multicolored cherry tomatoes, divided

2 cups fresh corn kernels from 3 ears, divided

1 large orange bell pepper, 8 oz, chopped, about ½ cup

1 cup finely chopped red onion

Place a 10-inch cast-iron skillet in oven and preheat oven to 425 degrees. Once the oven is preheated, remove skillet from oven. Add butter, and place skillet in oven. Heat in oven until butter is melted, about 3 minutes. While

butter melts, whisk together cornmeal mix, buttermilk, and eggs in a medium bowl until combined. Carefully remove skillet from oven and pour melted butter from skillet into batter, stirring quickly. Immediately pour batter into hot skillet. Bake, uncovered, in preheated oven until golden brown and a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean, 25-28 minutes. Let cool in pan 5 minutes, then turn cornbread out onto a cooling rack. Let cool completely, about 30 minutes. Crumble cornbread. While cornbread cools, cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, turning occasionally, until crisp, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Whisk together ranch dressing, mayo, buttermilk, ½ cup of the herbs, and 2 tbsp of the vinegar in a medium bowl until smooth and set aside. Next, toss together black-eyed peas, olive oil, salt, 1 ¾ cups of the tomatoes, ¼ cup of

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the herbs, and remaining 2 tbsp vinegar in a medium bowl and set aside. Toss together remaining ¾ cup tomatoes, ½ cup of the corn kernels, and remaining ¼ cup herbs in a small bowl and set that aside. Spread about 2/3 cup of the ranch dressing mixture in bottom of a 12-cup trifle dish or large straight-sided glass bowl. Next, add about 1 cup of the cornbread mix and then drizzle about ½ cup of the dressing over that. With a spatula, lightly press down on things to compact it. Next, add half of the black-eyed pea mixture and again drizzle maybe ½ cup of the dressing. Add the remaining corn kernels, the bell pepper, and half of the red onion. Drizzle another ½ cup of dressing, about 1 cup of more cornbread and then another ½ cup of dressing, then the remaining black eyed pea combo. Add the remaining cornbread, another ½ - ¾ cup of dressing and remaining red onion. Arrange the bacon around the outside edges of the dish and arrange the remaining corn and tomato mixture in the center. Store covered in your fridge for up to 1 day before serving. Serve with the extra dressing for those who want a little more.

One of the most popular salads/ appetizers out there is the classic Caprese salad, consisting of fresh tomatoes, fresh sliced mozzarella and finished with a balsamic glaze, as well as lettuce of choice if making a salad. Hardly rocket science, but so good in its simplicity. The next two are great twists on that salad/app, and both are done by subbing for the tomatoes with something else, which is a plus for those who aren’t tomato fans, plus the dressings have great twists as well.

The first one uses strawberries, and it goes together quickly but needs to sit for 2 hours in the fridge until just before serving. This will serve 4-6 of you. This also works as an appetizer by eliminating the lettuce and then slicing a baguette, grilling them to toast and serving some of the Caprese mixture on top of the slices.

Strawberry Caprese Salad

3 tbsp white balsamic vinegar

1 small garlic clove, minced

1 tbsp light brown sugar

¼ tsp salt

¼ tsp freshly ground pepper

3 tbsp olive oil

1/3 cup chopped fresh basil

1 tub fresh small mozzarella cheese balls, 8 oz

4 cups halved fresh strawberries

Fresh arugula, optional

Garnish with thinly sliced fresh basil

Whisk together white balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, brown sugar, salt, and freshly ground pepper in a large bowl until sugar is dissolved. Add olive oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking constantly until smooth. Add 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil and mozzarella cheese balls and toss to coat. Cover and chill for 2 hours. Once you pull from the fridge, stir in strawberries, and let stand at room for temp 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve over fresh arugula, or as an appetizer with toasted French bread baguette slices. Garnish with thinly sliced fresh basil.

The last salad of the day is a caprese that again can be used as a salad or an app. This one utilizes grilled bell pep-

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pers as the tomato replacement is much more based on the caprese appetizer that’s been around using no lettuce. If you choose to make a salad, grab some of your lettuce of choice and use the dressing from the last recipe, or any other, including a balsamic glaze. As a simple appetizer, this feeds 4 but is so easy to double or triple this as needed. For an actual salad, you will want to at least double up on this recipe to join up with your lettuce. As an app, I suggest again slicing a baguette roll and grilling to serve this on.

Grilled Bell Pepper Caprese

5 large multicolored bell peppers

4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided

1 tsp kosher salt

½ tsp black pepper

1 tub fresh small mozzarella cheese balls, 8 oz, ideally pearl sized

2 tbsp fresh lime juice from 1 lime

½ cup torn fresh basil leaves

Preheat grill to medium. Cut bell peppers in half and remove and discard seeds and white membranes using a paring knife. Slice each bell pepper half in half lengthwise. Brush evenly with 2 tbsp of the oil. Place bell peppers, skin sides down, on oiled grates of your medium temp grill. Cook, uncovered, until charred, about 7 minutes. Turn bell peppers and grill until tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a large heavy-duty zip lock plastic bag and seal and let stand 10 minutes to make them sweat. Remove bell peppers from bag and peel off/discard skins. Cut the bell peppers into ¾- 1-inch pieces. Transfer to a serving platter, and sprinkle with salt

and black pepper. Top peppers with mozzarella, drizzle with lime juice and remaining 2 tbsp oil. Sprinkle with basil before serving.

The last two recipes today are grilled veggies side dishes. First off, I think most of us have grilled zucchini before, but very likely not like these. If you own one, I strongly suggest busting out your mandolin as you want the zucchini slices thin enough to turn into rollups. The appearance alone will become a topic of conversation with your guests as they are kind of cute and very colorful and will go great with any grilled entrée. If you use zucchini, you can cut, prep and grill in very little time as these should be cooked right after prepping. If you want to make it with yellow squash, they can be prepped the day before if covered under refrigeration as their make-up is much sturdier than zucchini. This will make enough 30 rollups, so depending on if using a side dish or an appetizer will dictate how many people you serve with these as they are 1-2 bite-sized flavor bursts.

Grilled Zucchini or Yellow Squash

Roll-Ups

2 large zucchini or yellow squash, about 1 pound

1 tbsp olive oil

¼ tsp black pepper

1 ¼ tsp kosher salt, divided

6 oz goat cheese

4 tsp lemon zest from 1 lemon

4 tsp chopped fresh tarragon

30 fresh basil leaves, about 1 cup loosely packed

Preheat your grill to medium-high. Cut squash lengthwise into 30 slices, ¼-inch-thick, using a mandolin or a sharp knife. If you have extra squash,

reserve for another use, or make more rollups and add more of all ingredients. Brush squash slices evenly with oil on both sides and sprinkle both sides with pepper and 1 tsp of salt. Place slices on oiled grates and grill, uncovered, until slices are tender and grill marks appear, about 3 minutes per side. Remove from grill. Stir together goat cheese, lemon zest, tarragon, and remaining ¼ tsp salt in a small bowl. Spoon ½ tsp cheese mixture onto 1 grilled squash slice about ½ inch from 1 end. Top the cheese with 1 basil leaf and roll up the squash slice. Place roll-up, seam side down, on a serving platter. Repeat the process with remaining cheese mixture, squash slices, and basil leaves. Serve chilled or at room temperature. If using as an app, I suggest sticking a toothpick in each one of them.

Lastly, today, let’s have some fun with what my favorite veggie off the grill is maybe, that being corn on the cob, this one with a great southwestern flare to them. This recipe is for 8 ears of corn and can be done in a half hour.

Grilled Jalapeño-Lime

Corn on the Cob

8 ears fresh corn, husks removed

Vegetable cooking spray

Salt and freshly ground pepper

1 cup butter, softened

2 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced

2 small garlic cloves, pressed

2 tbsp lime zest

2 tbsp fresh squeezed lime juice

4 tsp chopped fresh cilantro

Lime zest for garnish

Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Coat corn lightly with cooking spray. Sprinkle with desired amount of salt and pepper. Grill corn, with the grill lid down, for 15 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally. Meanwhile, stir together butter and the next 5 ingredients. Remove corn from grill and cut into thirds. Serve corn with butter mixture. Garnish with the lime zest.

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Chocorua Lake Conservancy American Kestrel Banding Workshop

Want to take part in a very special opportunity to contribute to valuable wildlife data collection?

On Tuesday, June 20 from 10 AM-2 PM, join Chocorua Lake Conservancy Stewardship Director Debra Marnich for an American Kestrel Banding Workshop at Naughteveel Farm, 1314 West Side Road in North Conway. Counts of migrants suggest that the number of American kestrels are declining in the Northeast over the last couple of years. We will discuss the decline of American Kestrels (Falco sparverius) in New Hampshire, their life history, migration, and why the conservation of critical foraging and

nesting habitat is so important. We will be joining Steve Wheeler, a retired New Hampshire Fish & Game (NHFG) Biologist and federal- and state-licensed bird bander since 1975, and his wife Mabel Wheeler to band fledgling kestrels that are occupying nest boxes. A long�term nest box program run by Steve Wheeler has provided nesting opportunities and resulted in some continually productive territories for American kestrels in New Hampshire. Steve works with NHFG, and New Hampshire farmers and private landowners to increase the nesting opportunities and success for American kestrels. Bird banding data may be

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used to study migration and distribution, wildlife diseases, longevity, and demography. We have high hopes that most of the nestlings that we band will fly high, migrate, and overwinter in locations in the Southern United States and Central America this fall and make the trip back to New Hampshire breeding grounds to successfully reproduce.

Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Binoculars are suggested if you have them. Bring a snack or lunch and water, and be prepared for sun, insects, and ticks, as needed. Space is limited; please register in advance at bit.ly/CLC-062023, and please arrange to carpool with

friends if you are able.

About the Presenter:

CLC Stewardship Director Debra Marnich holds a BS in Zoology and an MS in Forestry. Her major interests and professional focus areas include combining wildlife and forestry practices to manage for both sound silvicultural and optimum wildlife habitat, creating early successional and bird nesting habitat, pollinator habitat creation, promoting small diverse farms local food production/agriculture, promoting land conservation and protection, environmental education, and integrating all resources concerns to create a balanced conservation system.

Report Wild Turkey Brood Sightings

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is asking for the public’s help by reporting wild turkey brood sightings in New Hampshire this spring and summer. It’s easy to participate and the survey is now open. If you observe groups of turkeys with poults (juvenile birds) between June 1 and August 31, report your sightings on NH Fish and Game’s web-based Turkey Brood Survey by visiting https://forms.gle/ LT7oewbq6Cx9hPGSA.

“The information participants provide helps us monitor the turkey population,” said NH Fish and Game Turkey Project Leader Allison Keating. “This survey results in reports from all over the state and adds to the important information biologists gather to monitor the distribution, abundance, and productivity of wild turkeys.” In 2022, Summer Brood Survey participants reported seeing 1,094 broods with an average of 3.22 poults per hen, which is an increase compared with the previous year when 2.95 poults per hen were reported. The highest average on record was 4.38 poults per hen reported during 2011, which was the first year of the survey.

The term “brood” refers to a family group of young turkeys accompanied by a hen. New Hampshire hens generally begin laying eggs from mid-April to early May and complete their clutch of about 12 eggs in early to mid-May. Incubation lasts for 28 days, and most eggs hatch from late May to mid-June.

If incubating turkey eggs are destroyed or consumed by predators, hens often lay a replacement clutch of eggs that hatch late July through late August. Reports of adult male turkeys are not being requested at this time.

Many factors can affect turkey productivity in any given year. Young turkey chicks are extremely sensitive to cool temperatures and rain, both because it can affect their health and because these conditions can adversely impact insect populations which are a critical source of nutrition for young turkeys. Since spring weather is highly variable, survival of the annual hatch of wild turkeys is also highly variable.

A large annual influx of young turkeys is needed to sustain populations over time, so the number of young turkeys that survive to be “recruited” into flocks in the fall is of great interest to turkey managers. A large sample of turkey brood observations collected throughout the summer provides an insight into the size of the “graduating class” of turkeys that will go on to become adults.

To learn more about the survey, visit www.wildnh.com/surveys/turkeybrood.html.

Wildlife turkey management and research is made possible by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Wildlife Restoration Program, a user-pay, user-benefit program supported by purchases of firearms, ammunition, and archery equipment.

Save The Date for the 3rd Annual Wolfeboro Lions Club Car Show

The Third annual Wolfeboro Lions Club Car Show roars into Wolfeboro on Saturday, July 1, from 11 am-2 pm at The Nick Recreation Park, 10 Trotting Track Road, Wolfeboro.

The event is free and open to the public, the Lions Club invites car & motorcycle owners to showcase their vehicles in a fun, non-judged, no classes show. This is a show and shine event, and pre-registration is not required. The Lions Club will be holding a 50/50 raffle, a $1000 raffle, and have a concession stand with burgers, hot dogs, sausage, and pepper subs with net proceeds to benefit the Wolfeboro Lions Charitable Fund. As a special treat, the Girl Scouts of Maine Troop #2271 will return with Girl Scout Cookies (while supplies last) and Sno-Cones. Participants will be entered into a door prize raffle.

The Nick Recreation Park, home of the Car Show, is a beautiful venue with plenty of parking, a playground, ADA

accessible building with restroom facilities and outdoor covered seating, a dog park, athletic fields, and a walking track.

The Car Show is part of The Wolfeboro 4th of July Festival visit www. facebook.com/Wolfeboros-4th-of-July-Festival for details on other events.

The 3rd annual Wolfeboro Lions Club Car show is generously sponsored by: Accidents Happen Auto Body, Eastern Oil & Propane, Maxfield Real Estate, Kellar Williams Coastal and Lakes and Mountains Realty, P&D Zimmerman, Avery Insurance, F.L. Putnam, Granite State Glass, Doran Independent Insurance, Top Gear, Twin Ash Carpentry and Building, Wolfeboro Auto Supply, John & Nancy Askew, Meredith Village Savings Bank, Morrisseys’ Front Porch, PSI Molded Plastics and Wolfeboro Car Wash and Executive Detail. For more information on the Car Show contact Gina Lessard at 603-651-6598. Donations are graciously accepted.

It’s Farmers Market Time!

By Kathi Caldwell-Hopper

Who doesn’t enjoy a good farmers market? There is always fresh produce from the farm, meats, cheeses, homemade baked goods of all sorts from bread to cookies, pies and rolls, crafts, flowers, food trucks, and at many markets, live music adding to the festive atmosphere.

The Rt. 16 area of New Hampshire has a variety of farmers markets just right to bring you the best food and handmade items.

In Dover, the Dover Farmers Market is held every Wednesday until Oct. 4 from 2:30 to 6 pm. The location of the market is Guppey Park, located at 110 Portland Avenue in Dover.

In the charming little village of Tamworth, a farmers market has been providing the public with sought-after goods for years.

In the summer the Tamworth Farmers Market offers a lot to the public on Saturdays from 9 am to noon. Located at 30 Tamworth Road in the parking lot of the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of the Eastern Slope, the mission of the Tamworth market is “To increase the exchange of food and farm products in our region, encourage new farmers and producers and help build community through a seasonal marketplace and a year-round, vibrant food and farm economy.”

The market indeed meets the mission, and offers veggies, honey, baked goods, meats, seedlings, goat ice cream, milk, fruits, berries, pet treats, Kombucha, mushrooms, native perennials, meads, fish and much more.

The Tamworth market is enlivened

by music each week; the selection includes Gravel Road on June 17; Peter Heimlich on June 24; Mitch Alden on July 1; Bakery Band on July 8; Sky Road on July 15; Sandwich on July 22; Rangers on July 29 and each week right through October 7 has a different band.

The vendors at the Tamworth market are hearty types and endure cold winter temperatures, keeping the market outdoors even during cold days! To learn more, visit www.tamworthfarmersmarket.org

The Wakefield Marketplace runs from 9 am to 3 pm at Rt. 16 North and Wakefield Road. The market has produce, fruit, baked goods, flowers, handmade items and much more. The market is held on Saturdays with a variety of vendors until Columbus Day. Call 603-608-2319.

The Mount Washington Valley Farmers Market takes place from June 20 to Oct. 3 from 4 to 7 pm each week. The market is a popular event and in a can’tmiss-it location, conveniently situated at the North Conway Community Center, 78 Norcross Circle in North Conway. Like many areas markets, there is a variety of goods for sale, such as fresh produce, crafts, baked goods, and much more. Email mwvfarmersmarket@ gmail.com or visit www.mwvfarmersmarket.com

The Gorham Farmers Market is a weekly event, held on Thursdays through October 5 from 3 to 6 pm. The market is set up on the Gorham Town Common at 69 Main Street. With all sorts of vegetables, fruits, meats, cheeses, baked goods, soaps and handmade items, the market also has live music,

making each week a fun event. Some vendors include Dave’s Gourmet Kettle Corn, Earth and Fire Pottery, JNL’s Sno-Cones, Mountain View Maples, Uphill Farms and many more.

Musicians at the Gorham market perform every second and fourth Thursday from 3 to 6 pm and include on June 22: Norman Labonville; July 13: Dan Aldrich; July 27: Brad Wilson; August 10: Randy Messineo; August 24: Mike Galipeau; September 14: Tim Dion and September 28: Barry Hayes. Call 603466-3322.

The Wolfeboro Farmers Market takes place each Thursday from noon to 3:30 pm through October. It is held at The Nick Recreation Park on 10 Trotting Track Road (Rt. 28) in Wolfeboro. With plenty of parking and room for the vendors to spread out, the market is a fun place to go for produce, fresh foods and more.

The market in Wolfeboro is very popular due to the wide variety of products offered each week. Some of the market vendors you will see over the season include Arlene’s Asian Kitchen, Beth’s Gluten-Free Goodies, Good Bread, The Boy’s Fresh Catch, Garden of Freedom, It’s So Good Granola, Maple Makers Homestead, Matras Maple/Sudsy Cow, Moose Mountain Farm, Mountain Heartbeet, Naoki’s Crafts, Adventures on Canvas, Peak’s International Eats/ Shave Ice, Red Gate Farm, Seabrisket Bakery, Seacoast Pretzel Co., Siegrist Family Farm, Sol Kitchen, Steven “Grumpy” Bell, Tortuga Soap Co., Under N Acre Farm, Wayuu Handmade Bags, and Winnipesaukee Soap Co.

Stop by for lunch or pick up food for dinner and choose from a variety of hot and cold foods. Local musicians bring an added festive nature to the markets.

Once the summer season is over, (the outdoor market runs until the end of October), there are plans to offer the market indoors elsewhere for November and December, with the location

TBA. Visitors can check www.wolfeborofarmersmarket.com for updates.

Sandwich is planning a farmers market, starting in June (or July) on Saturdays from 9 am to noon. Plans are still underway; call 603-455-0324 for updates. The market will be held on the town green in Sandwich village.

Most farmers markets are SNAP/ EBT accessible, which is very helpful for shopping at the markets.

The NH Farm Museum in Milton has the Farm Museum Country Store on the property. While not technically an outdoor farmers market, the store offers many of the same kinds of products.

According to the Farm Museum’s website, “The New Hampshire Farm Museum Country Store is open during the same hours as the museum. Open to all, you don’t need to pay admission to the museum to shop at the Country Store. Stop in to buy our own farm grown produce when available by season. All store sales support the educational mission of the New Hampshire Farm Museum.”

Sold at the Farm Museum’s Country Store are: fresh eggs from the museum’s own free-range chickens; New Hampshire products such as maple syrup, honey, soaps and jams; knitted goods and wooden items made by New Hampshire crafters; games, toys, and activities; old-fashioned candy; household items and goods; children’s books; books about farm topics, including hog-raising, growing tomatoes, making soap, country cooking, tractors, stone walls, and farm buildings, the New Hampshire Farm Museum Cookbook, filled with 200 years of historical New England recipes, farm-grown produce and more.

Visit the NH Farm Museum, located at 1305 White Mountain Highway in Milton. Visit www.nhfarmmuseum.org or call 603-652-7840.

Help Protect Water Bodies

As the 2023 boating season is beginning in earnest, the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) reminds boaters of state laws intended to prevent additional aquatic invasive species infestations. Specifically, it is illegal to transport any aquatic plants on recreational gear and related trailers. Further, boaters are required to drain any water-containing devices on vessels, and to only trailer vessels in the open drain position. Violators could face fines ranging from $50-$200. This law is enforced by New Hampshire Marine Patrol, conservation officers, and other peace officers.

Freshwater aquatic invasive plants and animals are those that are not naturally found in New Hampshire’s lakes, ponds, and rivers. Because they are not native, they have no predators or diseases, allowing them to grow quickly and dominate the freshwater systems and impact the native plants, fish, and aquatic insects already present. Aquatic invasive species can lead to reduced shorefront property values, water quality impairments, and problems with the aesthetic and recreational values of water bodies.

According to Amy Smagula, the NHDES Exotic Species Program Coordinator, “New Hampshire now has a total of 80 lakes and 11 rivers infested with aquatic invasive species. Most of these waterbodies contain variable milfoil as the primary invasive plant, while others have fanwort, Eurasian water milfoil, and water chestnut, among other common species. Dozens of waterbodies also have established populations of

the Chinese mystery snail, an aquatic invasive animal; and, the Asian clam, another aquatic invasive animal, has been identified in nearly a dozen waterbodies.” A new invasive plant, water violet, was recently found in some of the state’s largest lakes, and it is spreading in the Lakes Region, where it can pose a risk to other nearby waterbodies, and downstream waters like the Winnipesaukee, Pemigewasset, and Merrimack Rivers.

Boaters are reminded to:

CLEAN off any plants, animals and algae found on boats, trailers, and other recreational gear, and dispose of it away from a waterbody.

DRAIN your boat, bait buckets, bilges, and other equipment away from the waterbody, leaving your boat’s drain in the open position during transport.

DRY anything that comes into contact with the water.

Also, if your vessel is registered in a state other than New Hampshire, you are required to purchase and display an out-of-state boater decal, which can be purchased for $20 online.

The Department of Environmental Services urges lake and river residents and visitors to routinely monitor for aquatic invasive species and report new infestations of anything suspicious early. Look for plants or animals that are growing or increasing in number quickly, and that do not appear to be part of the native aquatic community. For more information or to report a potential new infestation (emailed photos are welcome), please contact the Exotic Species Program Coordinator at Amy.Smagula@des.nh.gov or 603-271-2248.

Late-season Frost Affected NH Oaks

While spring leaf development of New Hampshire’s oak trees was severely affected by an unusually deep late-season frost on May 18, it is unlikely the trees sustained permanent damage, according to the N.H. Division of Forests and Lands.

“Oak is particularly sensitive to frost during the two-week window after the buds break and that’s why it has adapted to ‘leafing out’ later than most trees in New Hampshire,” said Kyle Lombard, program director for the NHDFL’s Forest Health Program.

“The good news is that oak can lose these first leaves and put a second set out in the same year, so by July the oaks should look as they usually do.”

Oak leaf drop has been observed from Coös County all the way to Nashua. Current estimation is that more than 100,000 acres were affected by the cold snap.

NHDFL has tracked frost events for

more than 100 years and the effects of the recent frost are the worst on record.

The damage from the May frost should not be confused with oak wilt, a serious invasive pathogen that the NHDFL has been monitoring but that has not yet arrived in New Hampshire. Oak wilt is not active until mid-summer when mature oak leaves suddenly drop on a single tree.

New Hampshire’s Division of Forests and Lands is part of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. NHDFL’s mission is to protect and promote the values provided by trees, forests and natural communities. This mission is accomplished through responsible management of the state’s forested resources; by providing forest resource information and education to the public; and through the protection of these resources for the continuing benefit of the state’s citizens, visitors, and forest industry. Learn more at nh.gov/nhdfl

The Trail to McKenzie’s Farm

By Pamela Hance

First-time visitors to McKenzie’s Farm in Milton, New Hampshire may sense and then wonder at the sprightly breeze or light-footed blur that rushes almost imperceptibly past them as they explore the farm. The magician’s phrase, “Now you see ‘em, now you don’t”, may even come to mind. The regulars will recognize this breeze, this blur, this abracadabra. The familiar but fleeting apparition is not a magic trick; it is mercurial and hardworking Annie, seemingly in many places at once. One moment hovering over the perennials, then whisking past the wide doors of the country store, then planting marigolds in the dark soil beside one of her many young employees. Suddenly, she disappears between the greenhouse and the apple orchard. No doubt about it, Annie has what it takes to be a major force behind the success of the eighty-plus acres that comprise this highly productive enterprise begun over 30 years ago. Initially, Annie and Jock purchased 5 acres and offered pick-your-own strawberries to the public, but an attack of “evil weevils”, as the McKenzies call them, wiped out their crop and the burgeoning growers replaced the strawberries with raspberries and apples. Eventually, the strawberries returned. The greenhouse came later, where lush plants heavy with tomatoes, peppers and cucumbers are produced for a wider market and transported to stores in Maine and Massachusetts six days a week.

The McKenzie home was built in the pre-weevil days. Implementing a passive system, the house is situated to “collect and transport energy by non-mechanical, natural means”. Strategic orientation and building materials are utilized to optimally receive the warmth and light of the sun. Here, Annie and Jock raised their daughter, Kyle, and son Brett who now contributes his youth and vigor to his parents’ endeavors, as well as his degree in business from the University of Tampa. Fundamental to the farm’s continuing growth and success, Brett manages the far-reaching wholesale distribution. He keeps up with the latest technology and has given a 21st-century boost to the farm’s productivity through social media, as well as inventory and payment system.

Even an energizer bunny hasn’t the force to handle the many aspects of this agricultural operation. In fact, Jock held down the fort while Annie was still teaching 4th and 5th grades in Wakefield. It may seem ironic that a veteran of the United States Navy was destined to carve a farm out of the rocky but fertile New Hampshire soil. From 1966 until 1978, Jock followed in the footsteps of previous family members who also served the country on ships at sea. In the years following the Gulf of Tonkin incident, he sailed aboard the USS America on the South China Sea as the Vietnam War escalated in the mid-60s. But the lives of Annie, originally from Wisconsin, and Jock, from Maine, were to take a turn when they serendipitously met on the Appalachian Trail at Sunfish Pond, New Jersey. First, they were drawn together by a love of hiking, then they shared the rest of the trail together, all

the way to Maine, and at last, to Milton. Eventually, they both earned horticultural degrees at the University of New Hampshire. Looking back on that first encounter, it is not surprising that they planted their feet on a path of country living and have gone quite a distance.

Their hiking continues. They’ve followed the main ridge of the Green Mountains on Vermont’s Long Trail, the challenging Northville Lake Placid Trail in the Adirondacks, as well as New Hampshire’s well-known mountain trails. Winter is no deterrent to their love of outdoor exertion. When the snow falls, they strap on their skis and head for the steep slopes, near and far, from Colorado to Italy, from Germany to New Zealand. No one can say that the McKenzie’s have not covered a lot of ground.

Those that benefit from the hard work at the McKenzie’s are pleased to know that the long and distant roads

traversed by this pair will lead them back to Milton in preparation for the return of the summer season. From May until November 22nd, the farm is abundant with plants, fruits, vegetables and fun. A great variety of lush and vibrant flats of flowers, herbs and vegetables are sold to those who tend their own gardens. In due season, the whole family can enjoy gathering baskets of strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, peaches and apples, or selecting the perfect pumpkin amidst the acres of beds and orchards. No doubt, the exertion of harvesting, as well as the heady aroma from the nearby bakery ovens will evoke a hearty appetite. Wise visitors will bring their lunch, claim a nearby picnic table and compliment their repast with the freshly made apple cider donuts, named the Number 2 cider donut in the state by WMUR channel 9. A variety of pies and an assortment of breads are also available in the substantial but homey Country Store which also carries a range of locally sourced products, including meat, dairy, syrup, honey, wine, candles and soap. The fruits of Annie and Jock’s efforts can be enjoyed beyond Milton. Regular travelers heading toward Ossipee on Route 16 eagerly anticipate arriving at the familiar stand at the intersection of Route 109 in Wakefield where they can buy seasonal fruits and vegetables, especially the sweet, signature New Hampshire corn of summer.

The McKenzies work with Community Supported Agriculture (CSA), which has become a popular way for consumers to buy local, seasonal food directly from a farmer. The hi-tech process makes it simple to maintain and save on any purchases, whether produce or products, by establishing a ‘house account’, good for a year, where basic information is stored. Shareholders reap a gift of 10% off on whatever they buy at the farm in Milton or the farmstand in Wakefield. Meanwhile, this is a boon for local growers and a way to avoid costly bank loans, as well. Other advantages for the local community are the job opportunities for prospective employees, ages 16 and up. Working at the farm is an education, as training is provided for all jobs, which • Farm

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may include work in the greenhouse, store or field.

The most recent venture, a wedding venue set in a spacious barn-like building with a 225-person capacity, was opened in 2022, an inauspicious time considering the impact of Covid. It is thriving, nonetheless. Large windows offer a generous view of the trees that surround the building. Renters of the space provide the decorations and caterers to suit their own tastes and budget.

As the busy summer season wanes, McKenzie’s Farm presents a grand autumn event, the McKtoberfest. A craving for a seasonal swig of fresh apple cider can be satisfied with a beverage made on the spot, using an old-fashioned press and fruit you’ve picked yourself. Caramel apples will fill the bill for anyone who fancies a more substantial treat of crunch and gooi-

ness. A variety of foods are also available, as well as refreshing lemonade to wash down the delicious indulgences. Kids or children-at-heart can have their faces painted or make friends with the animals, including alpacas. Or one can hop atop a tractor-pulled trailer and take a ride around the farm, perhaps getting a glimpse of the perfect pumpkin. Once it’s discovered, the owner can paint it fresh from the field and take it home for display on Halloween night. The brave and the curious can defy the convolutions of the 2-acre corn maze. In between cider pressing, animal petting, apple picking, pumpkin painting and corn “mazing”, celebrants may take to their feet and dance to the live music that fills the air.

The residents of New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts and beyond are fortunate that the Appalachian Trail led the McKenzies to Milton and to the creation of a resource for farmers, shoppers and lovers of healthy locally grown food, fresh air, and fun.

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Public Urged to Give Nesting Loons Space

The Loon Preservation Committee (LPC) is reminding the public that from now through mid-to-late July, loons will be nesting throughout the state. Loons nest on lakes and ponds and often build their nests along the shoreline of islands, in marshes, or along the mainland shoreline. Adapted for life in the water, loons cannot walk on land, and as such, they build their nest right at the water’s edge. These nests are vulnerable to boat wakes and to human disturbance. “Because they cannot walk well on land, loons are vulnerable when they are on the nest,” said LPC Senior Biologist/ Director, Harry Vogel. “If they sense a threat, such as a closely approaching boat, they will flatten themselves low over their nests, with their heads angled toward the water, to try to hide. If the threat persists in the area, they will flush from their nest.” If adult loons are flushed from the nest, their eggs may be exposed and vulnerable to predation or temperature changes that can kill the embryo growing inside.

Those who plan to boat, fish, or recreate on or around New Hampshire’s lakes during the loon nesting season are urged to be careful as they move in areas where loons may be nesting. If a loon

nest is found, it should be given plenty of space—150 feet at minimum, and more if the loon shows signs of distress, such as lowering its head over the nest. If a member of the public accidentally flushes a loon from the nest, LPC asks that they leave the area immediately so that the loon can resume incubation. Boaters are also urged to follow New Hampshire’s no wake laws in order to avoid swamping loon nests. Every year close to half of loon nests in New Hampshire fail, many due to human disturbance, despite LPC’s best efforts to protect them. These nest failures have a direct impact on the recovery of loons, a threatened species in New Hampshire. Those that wish to see a close-up view of nesting loons can do so responsibly by viewing the Loon Preservation Committee’s Live Loon Cam at www. loon.org/looncam.

The Loon Preservation Committee monitors loons throughout the state as part of its mission to restore and maintain a healthy population of loons in New Hampshire; to monitor the health and productivity of loon populations as sentinels of environmental quality; and to promote a greater understanding of loons and the natural world.