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Gardening, Grilling and Cruisin’ the Lake!

Inside This Issue... Find More Horses Over America | Page 3

Eco Tours | Page 5

What’s Up | Pages 14-17

Boat Rentals | Page 27

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Horses Over America

By Rosalie Triolo Photo courtesy of Lt. Col. Gerry Scott A man, a horse, a dog, and a commitment. Lieutenant Colonel Gerry Scott Retired US Army Reserve, and Infantry Officer, is the founder of the “Horses Over America” program.

While serving in the US Army he was assigned to command one of its three horse units of 20 horses, 10 of which were Lipizzaner.

Lt. Col. Scott describes his horse, Hercules, a 17.3 hand Friesian, as “100% Dutch, stunningly calm, sweet and stable.” Hercules was 7 years old when Scot brought him from the state of Georgia to his home in Saco, Maine.

Retired from the Army for 28 years, he has owned seven horses of different breeds. He has had the honor of riding in a military exchange program with the Queen’s Household Cavalry and has ridden in burial ceremonies for America’s Fallen Heroes at the National Cemetery.

Aware of the increasing daily effects of hopelessness and helplessness on many members of our society, both the young and the old, especially during the recent pandemic, the increase in senseless shootings, suicides, drug overdoses, and for some the total feeling of loneliness, Scott believes horses are a therapeutic animal who can be and are effective in making a difference in people’s lives. He calls it “horse therapy.” With his horse,

Hercules, a Friesian horse, charming staff at Huggins Hospital.

Hercules, and Molly, his Yellow Lab, Scott has visited nursing homes, veterans’ homes, hospitals, cancer treatment centers, schools in towns from Maine to New Hampshire and

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running alongside. He wants people to see a man, a horse and a dog riding in harmony.”

Scott has the foresight, sagacity, and the determination to put forth a plan. His goal is to develop a national partnership with police departments and police chiefs in the more than 15,000 municipalities across America with the help of the 2.1 million horse owners and 10 million horses throughout America. He has adopted 10 towns, which he regularly visits – Wolfeboro being one of them. But he is one man with one horse and one dog.

He cannot do this by himself. Horses Over America is a non-profit 501c3 organization. Scott said, “If supported, we can reach between 50% to 75% of towns in America. I am maxed out with 10 towns and work six days a week for no pay.”

Scott visits Wolfeboro quite often.

He related a story regarding his visit to Wolfeboro’s Kingwood Middle School, which took place several weeks before school closed for summer vacation. “When I arrived, teachers brought out one group of students at a time for 20 minutes.” I asked, “How many of you have never been on a horse? Several children raised their hands. Those were the children I chose to put up on Hercules. It made those children who had never experienced sitting atop a horse remarkably happy • Horses Continued on page 4

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A little gesture to delight a child and make both children and parents smile.

I don’t believe in magic if such a thing exists, but when riding down the street in a parade and sitting in a wheelchair on the side is an old gentleman looking up at me and my horse, I’ll look down at him and say, “My horse is looking for a girlfriend. That elderly face turns into a child’s bright smile. Every time I go to Wolfeboro, I make it a point to visit one little girl. The happiness it brings her to see and touch Hercules is worth the time.” This year many of you may have seen Scott riding Hercules with Molly running alongside in both the Memorial Day and Fourth of July parades.

Scott praised Pat Waterman, Wolfeboro’s Town Clerk. “She has been so supportive of the Horses Over America program and helps me in any way she can. She embraces the program. Parents have sent her letters asking when Hercules will be coming back to town.” Scott has visited Huggins Hospital on Main Street in Wolfeboro and said, “Fiftypercent of the employees will spend their lunchtime to come outside to pet Molly, admire Hercules and chat with me. Also, I plan on spending more time at the Genesis Health Care Center and am going back at some point in the near future.

“Recently, I rode Hercules right into a restaurant in Portland, Maine and tied him to the door in an open area. Since I know the owner, I was welcomed.”

Scott went on to say “The patrons

could not believe their eyes and came up to me to talk about, my horse, and Horses Over America program.”

Lt. Col. Scott has a goal and encourages horse owners across America to participate in this program, strongly believing it will make a positive impact on peoples’ lives.

Horses Over America can be more successful than it already is when police departments and the chiefs of police are and will be equal partners with horse owners in this worthwhile effort. As he said, “This program will not only help those individuals with mental and emotional health problems but will strengthen and aid in police department reform programs by giving them an asset.”

Horse owners who adopt a town, will only have to volunteer their time with a police department for eight hours a day between three to five days a year depending upon the size and needs of the town. It is an important way

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of bringing communities together to understand and address those in need of mental health services and to support and assist in police reform. Scott has adopted 10 towns and tries to visit each one of them, but he is only one person and cannot achieve the goals by himself.

During 2021, Lt. Col. Scott visited Wolfeboro for the town’s annual Memorial Day Parade. Scott, his horse Hercules and his dog Molly were greeted by many of the townspeople and visitors. As Dean Rondeau, Police Chief of Wolfeboro, said, “Horses Over America has proved to be a great mental health program for the Town of Wolfeboro. Together we visited our

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schools, Huggins Hospital, our nursing homes, and the entire town were invited to meet them at the town docks where Scott’s beautiful horse Hercules swam in Lake Winnipesaukee and Molly did too. We will definitely want to continue this.”

A few comments from several police chiefs throughout the State of Maine who are working with Horses Over America include: The police chief of Kennebunk, Maine said, “It would be a great asset to every police department if they could have a Horses Over America team to count on…” The police chief of Bath, Maine expressed his feelings, “The experience we had in Bath with ‘HOA’ was exactly what our community needed…” Brunswick, Maine’s police chief is pleased to have an officer who brought her horse, as did another community member. “We took three horses to visit several nursing homes, neighborhoods and most of the downtown merchants.” And in Saco, Maine a police officer has already been assigned to Horses Over America. She added, “It has a positive psychological effect on hundreds/thousands of people it can touch in one day.”

For more information on “Horses Over America” visit www.horsesoveramerica.org. You will see photos in the media gallery of horses and trainers, and police officers visiting the housebound elderly, or economically disadvantaged neighborhoods (children and adults alike with smiles of joy). Horse trainers’ statements and the reaction of delight and happiness these magnificent horses bring to the young and the young at heart, are on the website.

Part of Horses Over America’s mission statement is simple yet so appropriate. A quote from one of America’s most popular and beloved cowboys, Roy Rogers, “The best thing for the inside of a person is the outside of a horse.”

And as Lt. Col. Scott added, “Outside of a horse means working with them every day which forces you to be

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Newfound Lake Eco Tours

By Lee Caldwell Driving along the North Shore Road in Hebron, you pass the Grey Rocks Conservation Area. Here, at the north end of Newfound Lake, is where the Newfound Lake Region Association (NLRA) starts it EcoTours of pristine Newfound Lake. The EcoTour program is the flagship educational program of the NRLA. The tour provides passengers with a history of land uses in the watershed, insight into the local animal species and water quality monitoring demonstrations.

Arriving at the pontoon boat launch, you might see children with nets catching bullfrog polliwogs, families picking wild blueberries, and kayaks and canoes being launched into the man-made inlet. There are also 1.5 miles of hard packed walking trails suitable for both adults and children.

Captaining the 22 ft. - 90 HP pontoon boat on the August day was Scott Kresge who informed the boat passengers that the tour would take about two hours and follow the Newfound Lake Shoreline covering about 2/3 of the lake. He went on to say that Newfound Lake is approximately 4,300 acres, and is 6.5 miles long and 2.5 miles wide running roughly north to south. The lake, he stated, is one of the most pristine (in the top 10) in the country due to low contaminants and excellent water quality.

Once passengers were seated, he slowly motored the pontoon boat out of the inlet, pointing out painted turtles basking on rocks, a mother mallard duck and her ducklings, two beaver lodges, some Canada geese, and remarking that the inlet was a sanctuary for smaller fish hiding from the larger predatory fish. Scott also stated that it was not unusual to see loons and bald eagles (there are currently two nesting pairs on the lake) while on the tour,

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They test for a variety of things and have 22 years of data accumulated.

The NLRA also encourages replanting of native species along the shoreline to help alleviate run-off and offers free consultation services.

Continuing along the less-developed north shore of Newfound Lake, Scott pointed out the grey granite cliffs from which the Grey Rocks Conservation Area gets its name and also the home of the McLane family who donated the land and who play an active part in the NLRA. The boat then passed the Paradise Point Nature Center run by the Audubon Society, who have hiking trails along the lake and who rent kayaks and canoes.

Stepping back 25,000 years, Scott explained that Newfound Lake is a kettle-hole lake originally formed by a glacier 1-mile thick. As the glacier retreated 10,000 years-ago, the debris formed a natural dam. The deepest part of the lake is 182 feet. The total watershed area as encompassed by the mountains surrounding the lake, is 63,000 acres.

Jumping to the 1800s, Scott described the lake in that era as a cesspool - a dumping ground for the industries of that time. The trees were cut so that sheep could graze, and there was a tannery and a kiln which where polluting the lake. Later, the farmers discovered that they could make more money providing services to travelers along the Mayhew Turnpike, a toll road costing from one to three pennies depending on the number of horses, (currently Route 3-A) so they shifted their focus to taverns and inns.

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Newfound Lake from the Eco-tour boat. and that there are 22 species of fish in the lake, including lake trout and landlocked salmon.

Leaving the inlet, the boat motored through a shallow, sandy area where the Cockermouth River empties into the lake. Scott explained that the sand was caused by soil erosion due to development upstream. He stated that

two of the primary goals of the NLRA advisory board are minimizing storm water run-off and erosion control. He stated that erosion and contaminants are a constant concern and that the NLRA has seven water sampling sites in the lake itself as well as 42 water sampling sites in the streams, rivers, and creeks flowing into Newfound Lake which are

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As we passed by Pasquaney Bay, the passengers were treated to the story of the Stella Marion, a 50 ft. wooden steam boat that hauled giant rafts of logs on Newfound Lake, and carried mail and passengers around the lake for 50 years. It caught fire and burned at its dock in Pasquaney Bay in 1915 and its wreck lies on the lake floor.

A number of summer camps around the lake also had their own stories or bits of fun trivia. Thomas Edison’s son, Theodore, was a camper at Camp Pasquaney and Edison himself was a frequent visitor to the area. President Obama’s daughters stayed at Camp Wicosuta. A water sampling site of the NLRA is near the camp and when the NLRA boat would stop to bring out the equipment for water sampling, the Secret Service would jump in boats and rush out to investigate. Scott pointed out that the camps which have extensive acreage around the lake are helping to prevent parts of the shorefront from being heavily developed, thus aiding in the fight against erosion.

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‘Cue The Grill Sausages and Bratwurst

By Chef Kelly Ross One of cool things about good food is how it can turn a fair day into a great day, just like bumping into a friend you haven’t seen in a long time. As a kid with an incredible Mom who always worked hard to keep her four kids fed on a tight budget, she drew up a menu for the upcoming week, posted it on the refrigerator and did her weekly shopping in accordance to that menu, all with dollars and cents being the factor. Admittedly, as children, my siblings and I weren’t crazy about some of the menu items, but my Mom always did what she could to tweak the recipes in such a way to appease us as much as possible.

Everyone has an idea of what they consider fun, delicious foods. In my opinion, fun food is a great way to get everyone pumped up about a meal with friends and family. As you all know, I’m all about the grill and it’s not just because of the great flavor it provides the food cooked on it, it generally brings the fun factor up exponentially.

I mean seriously, who wouldn’t rather eat outside on a nice day with people you love to hang with, and eating food you don’t always eat while sitting at the dining room table.

So for today’s theme, I’m going to throw some recipes at you in regards to sausage and bratwurst. It might not be one of my healthier themes for the day, but it surely is a fun and delicious one.

For the most part, these recipes are dedicated to the outside, but as we have found on many occasions this summer, rain sometimes chases us inside.

Let’s start with sausage. Granted, sausage and bratwurst are related, but the herbs and spices in the sausagemaking process is much more advanced, creating more flavor on the norm. A good friend of mine used to give me about 20 pounds of venison sausage he had made every year from his first deer of hunting season, and oh my, it was by far the best sausage I have ever eaten in my life. Between the flavor and spiciness, it was in a league all by itself. One thing he taught me was to think outside the box, and this first recipe, although it resembles a traditional sub of sorts, includes such a different ingredient, although it is clearly an outstanding marriage. For

those who aren’t familiar with fresh fennel bulbs, you are in for a huge treat.

This recipe is for 6, and I recommend a cast-iron skillet on the grill as best results will come from using both tools. This sub, if done in more of a traditional way, would include onions and peppers, although this version does not. Feel free to add them if that sounds good to you.

Italian Sausage and Fennel Parmigiana Hero 4 hoagie rolls, split 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 pound sweet Italian sausage links 3 fennel bulbs, halved, cored and thinly sliced, about 4 cups Kosher salt Fresh grind black pepper 1 ½ cups of homemade, or jarred marinara sauce 12 oz. fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced Basil leaves, for garnish Preheat the grill to medium-high.

Heat a large skillet on the grill and heat the olive oil. Add the fennel and season with salt and pepper to the pan while putting the sausages on the grill to start with. Cook over moderate heat,

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stirring occasionally, until the fennel is deep golden and the sausage is cooked through, 15 minutes. Add the sausage into the skillet. Split the rolls. Slightly open them and place split side down on the grill for 45-60 seconds, being careful not to burn. Put the rolls on a small sheet pan, cut side up and fill the rolls with the fennel and sausages, then top with the marinara and mozzarella.

Put the pan on the grill and close the lid to help melt the cheese. Check on them while cooking to make sure the rolls don’t overcook and wait for the cheese to melt. Top with basil leaves, close the sandwiches and serve.

The onions and peppers are the most common use of Italian sausage in this country – they are easily the classic sausage sub that most people think of when going to a fair come the season of fall. To me, those subs remind me more about going to Fenway Park to catch a Sox game, but regardless which side of the park (and team) you like, those subs are everywhere, and with good reason. The sub stands make those sandwiches hand over fist for a few hours non-stop prior to the game and for an hour or two post game. I almost

always eat one prior to and after each game. However, I know some who just can’t do it because they can’t get their mouths around them, mostly the kid crowd. There is a great alternative that makes the sub an easy-eat, but does so in a much simpler fashion and that is by turning the sub into a burger. Many grocery stores offer 4 oz sweet and hot Italian sausage patties that cook up great on a grill, and you can top them with sautéed onion and peppers, squirt with brown mustard, then cover with a couple of slices of mozzarella cheese for the flavor. Once the cheese melts, it keeps the onions and peppers in place.

Serve on a grilled burger or bulky roll. There is no doubt these are much easier to eat than their sub counterpart and just as yummy and the kids will be psyched to be part of the crowd!

Since I am on the subject of burgersize sausages, let’s go at it again with that theme as I find it to be popular at my house with everyone when I am grilling. All kids love burgers, and I feel pretty confident most of the kids, and definitely all the adults, will be all over these - as long as you enjoy garlic. This recipe is for 4 and extremely simple to multiply if you need more.

Italian Sausage Burgers with Garlicky Spinach 10 oz baby spinach 2 tbsp olive oil, plus more for brushing 2 cloves of garlic, minced 1 tbsp anchovy paste, optional Kosher salt 1 lb sweet or hot Italian sausage patties, or buy links, split the casing and form your own 4 slices of provolone cheese ¼ cup sun dried tomato pesto 4 round ciabatta rolls, split and toasted In a large skillet, bring 1/4 in. of water to a boil. Add the spinach and cook, stirring, until just wilted, about 1 minute; drain and press out as much water as possible. Wipe out the skillet.

In the same skillet, now on a hot grill, heat the 2 tablespoons of olive oil until shimmering. Add the garlic and anchovy paste and cook over • ‘Cue the Grill continued on page 10

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Page 10 | THE LAKER | August 16, 2021 • ‘Cue the Grill continued from page 8 high heat, stirring, until fragrant, 1 minute. Add the spinach, season with salt and stir just until coated, about 10 seconds. If not buying premade patties, use slightly moistened hands, and form the sausage meat into four 4-in., 4 oz patties, about ¾-in. thick.

Brush the burgers with oil and grill over moderate heat until browned and crusty on the bottom, about 5 minutes.

Carefully flip the burgers. Top with the cheese and grill until the burgers are cooked through and the cheese is melted, about 5 minutes longer. Spread the pesto on the rolls. Top with the burgers and spinach and serve. These are very delicious. If you feel the need for brown mustard or maybe barbecue

sauce, do what you need to in order to twist it to your liking.

I find eggplant fits into either a “I Love It” or “Yuck” category, when most people are asked. For the haters, I believe this recipe could sway you to the other side. All in all, I think I may be in the few when I think eggplant has more of a middle of the road flavor in that I don’t find it to have a ton of flavor. I find it is more of a sponge in that it incorporates the flavor of what it is cooked with. I think most that don’t like eggplant find it is because of its consistency. This is a stuffed eggplant recipe chock full of Italian sausage and other Italian goodies. This recipe is for 6 stuffed eggplant halves and can be served as the main dish or as a side dish depending on what else you care to prepare. This is that perfect rainy day

recipe to be cooked inside, although I have done this on the grill as well.

Baked Stuffed Eggplant with Italian Sausage 7 tbsp olive oil, divided 1 ½ cups fresh breadcrumbs 2 tsp lemon zest 1 ¾ teaspoons kosher salt, divided 3 small eggplants (about 1 1/2 pounds) ½ pound Italian sausage, casing removed 1 cup chopped yellow onion (from 1 small onion) 1 pound plum tomatoes, seeded and roughly chopped (about 1 3/4 cups) 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped ½ teaspoon black pepper 12 oz. feta cheese, crumbled (about 2 cups), plus more for garnish if wanted 1 large egg, lightly beaten 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano, divided 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons chopped fresh mint, divided 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, divided 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 1 cup homemade or jarred marinara sauce Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs, and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in lemon zest and 1/4 teaspoon salt; set aside. Cut eggplants in half lengthwise.

Scoop out pulp, leaving a 1/4-in. shell. Chop pulp into 1/2-inch cubes.

Sprinkle eggplant shells with 1 tsp salt, and invert onto a clean, dry towel.

Let stand 30 minutes to drain. Preheat broiler to high with oven rack 5 to 6 in. from heat. Pat eggplant shells dry, and brush with 1 tbsp oil. Place eggplant shells, cut side up, on a baking sheet, and broil just until tender, about 5 minutes. Remove from oven, and reduce oven temperature to 375°F. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add sausage, and cook, stirring often with a wooden spoon to break up large pieces, until sausage is browned, 7 to 8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer sausage to a bowl lined with paper towels. Reserve drippings in skillet. Heat remaining 2 tbsp oil in skillet over mediumhigh. Cook reserved eggplant cubes in hot oil, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Add onion, and cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender, 2 to 3 minutes.

Add tomatoes, garlic, pepper, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer tomato mixture to a large bowl. Add sausage, feta, 1/2 cup breadcrumb mixture, egg, 2 tbsp oregano, 2 tbsp mint, 2 tbsp parsley, and vinegar; toss until combined.

Divide mixture evenly among eggplant shells. Top evenly with remaining breadcrumb mixture, and place stuffed eggplants in a single layer in a 13- x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 375°F until filling is golden and bubbly, 25 to 30 minutes.

Meanwhile, stir together marinara sauce, remaining 2 teaspoons oregano, remaining 2 teaspoons mint, and remaining 2 teaspoons parsley in a small saucepan. Heat over low just until warmed through, about 5

minutes. Drizzle over baked stuffed eggplant just before serving. Sprinkle with additional feta, if desired. This dish would have the Corleone Family drooling!

I want to end our day with a recipe very dear to my heart as it was shared with me with one of the first oldschool chefs I worked for as a kid and his name was Al Sorenson. Al reigned from Sheboygan, Wisconsin.

Although the bratwurst was invented in Germany, Wisconsin has made it their own and reinvented the recipe and how it is prepared. The first October I worked for Al, he had about 50 lbs of brats sent in from home and he threw an authentic Oktoberfest Brat Party, and it was amazing. Ever since then, and especially since he passed, I do a Bratwurst party every year, dedicated to my teacher and friend.

Oktoberfest is right around the corner and I strongly suggest you bust this recipe out at that time. It is for 6 people, and although Al was stickler for authentic brats from Sheboygan, you can still find great Wisconsin brats at local supermarkets.

Bratwurst in Beer with Onions 4 Tbsp butter 3 large sweet onions, sliced 2 tbsp caraway seeds 1 tsp Kosher salt 6 bratwurst sausages 2 bottles amber ale or nut brown ale 6 buns Coarse grainy mustard Sauerkraut, optional In a cast-iron skillet on top of the grill, melt the butter over medium heat.

Add the onions and caraway seeds and cook for 10+ minutes or until the onions begin to soften and reduce in volume. Season with the salt. Nestle the sausages into the onions and add 1 bottle of the beer and bring to a low boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 30-40 minutes, turning the brats occasionally. Add more beer as needed. On the grill on high heat, pull out the brats and grill them for 2-4 minutes on all sides until well browned.

Put brats back into the onions and beer and keep warm until ready to eat. Heat the rolls on the grill and fill with onions and a brat and always add a grainy, coarse brown mustard and also add sauerkraut if desired. I LOVE these German Wisconsin Treats!

Although I wouldn’t recommend eating sausages 24/7, when you want to indulge in something incredibly flavorful, this is a perfect “go-to” for everyone…well, maybe not the vegetarian crowd. I’ll see you next week and until then, keep spoiling your taste buds everybody.

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NH Outside with Emma Fall Vegetable Gardening

By Emma Erler

By August it may seem the vegetable garden is winding down. Many of the early season crops like spinach, lettuce and peas are long gone, leaving just warm season vegetables, such as tomatoes and squash. As summer begins to draw to a close, gardeners may be looking at putting their garden to bed until next year.

However, from late July through August is actually a great time to sow many vegetables for a fall harvest. In some ways, it is easier than growing in the spring because there is less annual weed pressure, and many pest insects have already completed their lifecycles.

Also, with cooler temperatures, and hopefully increased precipitation, you should be able to easily extend your fresh produce season.

Deciding Which Vegetables to Grow The best vegetables to grow in the fall are those that mature quickly and prefer cooler weather. This includes the majority of the cool season vegetables, or in other words, the vegetables that have some frost tolerance. Deciding which plants to grow in your fall vegetable garden requires a few

In central and southern NH, the first freeze usually comes in early to midOctober, and in mid-to-late-September in northern parts. Of course, this is just based on averages. The date of the first freeze varies from year to year, and even between relatively close locations, based on factors such as elevation.

Once you’ve established when you think the first hard freeze will occur, then it’s time to decide what you’ll grow. Start by looking at the days to maturity on seed packets to see if crops will have enough time to mature before a hard frost. Keep in mind that many crops can be picked a little young, such as spinach, lettuce, carrots, beets and • Vegetables continued on page 13 considerations. First, it is important to establish when you expect the first freeze (32° or less) to occur.

Those with garden journals may have kept this sort of data for their garden over a number of years. If you haven’t paid attention to or recorded frost dates in your area, you can rely instead on generalities for NH regions.

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Others, like radishes and broccoli, are much better if they can be allowed to fully develop. Look for varieties that have the fewest days to maturity, as these will likely yield the best harvest.

Remember that days to maturity are just estimates and are based on the time it takes from germination to harvest, not on when seeds are planted.

Some fall vegetable crops are more frost tolerant than others. Carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, lettuce, mustard greens and spinach can handle light frost without injury. Other vegetables may be able to stand up to hard frost, such as beets, kale, collards, radishes and bunching onions. Having a general idea of the cold tolerance of a crop is helpful for planning both what and when to plant.

Starting Fall Vegetables Most fall vegetable crops can be directly sown in the garden or started indoors and transplanted into the garden. Seeding outdoors when the weather is hot can sometimes be problematic because cool season vegetables germinate best at lower temperatures. One way to get around this is to shade and water the soil before you sow. Placing shade cloth over the area you intend to plant is a great way of reducing the temperature and improving germination.

Additionally, it is very important to pay attention to watering. Seed beds will dry out much faster in late summer than they do in the spring, and it may

be necessary to water multiple times throughout the day to keep the top inch of soil evenly moist until the seeds germinate and the young seedlings become established. In many ways, starting seeds indoors and moving transplants into the garden is much easier and more reliable. It also allows you to grow crops in the fall that have more days to reach maturity.

Extending the Growing Season Those who want to extend their gardens into the fall may need to consider protecting their plants from hard frost. Many fall vegetables do fine through mild (minimum 28°) or brief frosts, but hard freezes can cause some damage. Covering plants with row covers or anything else breathable such as towels, blankets or sheets, can help keep them alive longer. By covering plants, radiant heat from the ground is trapped, preventing them from freezing. Just make sure to remove coverings in the morning as soon as the temperature is above freezing to avoid cooking the foliage.

A trick for keeping crops growing longer is to apply a thick layer of mulch over the soil around them. Mulch helps moderate the soil temperature by providing a layer of insulation. It keeps the soil cooler in the heat of the summer and warmer in the fall as the days and nights begin to get colder. Mulch also helps conserve soil moisture, especially while the temperature is still hot.

Planting a Cover Crop If keeping the vegetable garden going into the fall feels like too much work, another great thing you can do is plant a cover crop. Cover crops can be a

huge benefit to the garden by reducing erosion, keeping weeds in check, and adding organic matter to the soil. Oats, winter rye and tillage radish are all excellent choices for home gardens.

Oats germinate quickly and die over the winter, making them a good fit for no-till gardens and raised beds. Winter rye is nice for garden beds that you will plant in late spring with warm season vegetables (like tomatoes, peppers and cucumbers.) because it will survive the winter and begin growing again in the spring. However, it will need to be manually turned under or tilled before planting. If your garden soil is compacted, tillage radishes are perhaps the best cover crop because they grow deep roots that break up the soil and are winter-killed.

Though late summer is often the

time we start to think about putting the garden to bed, many cool season vegetable crops are perfect for extending the season and keeping fresh vegetables on the table.

(Courtesy of UNH Extension, Ask UNH Extension. The UNH Extension staff is knowledgeable about a number of topics, from gardening to food preservation and more. Information is reprinted with permission of UNH Extension. Got questions? The Ask UNH Extension Infoline offers practical help finding answers for your home, yard, and garden question. Call toll free at 1-877-398-4769, Monday to Friday, 9 am to 2 pm or e-mail answers@unh.edu.)

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Through Aug. 11, World War I America, exhibit, Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, info: wrightmuseum.org, 569-1212.

Aug. 17, Drawing Animals and Nature with Kathryn Field, 10 am-4 pm, Sandwich Home Industries, 32 Main St., Center Sandwich, pre-register: 284-6831, www. centersandwich.nhcrafts.org.

Aug. 17, The Ghost Army of WWII, 7 pm, talk by author/filmmaker Rick Beyer, Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, info: wrightmuseum.org, reservations: 569-1212.

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Aug. 18, Canterbury Community Farmers Market, 4-6:30 pm, in field by Elkins Library, 9 Center Rd., Canterbury, fresh produce and more from vendors, with live music by Senie Hunt, www.canterburyfarmersmarket.com. (Takes place every Wed. till last Wed. in Sept.)

Aug. 18, Cate Park Band Concert, 7 pm, pick-up band performs, Community Bandstand at Cate Park, downtown Wolfeboro, bring your own lawn chair for seating, free.

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Aug. 19, Bristol Summer Concerts in the Park, Morgan-Nelson Band, 6:30 pm, free, bring your own lawn chair, Kelley Park, N. Main St., Bristol, 744-3354 ext. 136.

Aug. 19, Butterfly-Themed Watercolor Painting Session, 10 am, Grey Rocks Conservation Area, Hebron, free, open to all ages and skill levels, info: newfoundlake. org.

Aug. 19, Castle Close-Up Tour, Spirit of Innovation, 6 pm, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, pre-registration is a must: 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

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Aug. 19, Dog show, 6 pm, Alton Bay, prizes, goodie bags, costume doggie contest, demos of agility, obedience, dog parade, info: 875-0109.

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Aug. 19, Movies on Packard, 8-10 pm, Packard’s Field, Packard’s Rd., Waterville Valley, bring your family, blankets, chairs and drinks, (snacks will be provided) for family movie on the big screen, www.waterville.com or call 1-800-GO-VALLEY. Aug. 19, Needle-felt a Landscape or Pet Portrait in Wool with Diane Johnson, 10 am-noon, Sandwich Home Industries, 32 Main St., Center Sandwich, pre-register: 2846831, www.centersandwich.nhcrafts.org.

Aug. 20, Garden Tour, with gardener Gretchen Large, 9:30 am, tour Lucknow’s historic and garden landscapes, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, pre-registration is a must: 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

Aug. 21, 30th Annual NH Championships, waterski competition, Abenaki Water Ski Club, takes place at Back Bay, Wolfeboro, www.abenakiwaterskiclub.com.

Aug. 21, Behind the Library Concert, 4-5 pm, Cook Memorial Library, Tamworth, www.tamworthlibrary.org.

Aug. 21, Chocorua Lake Paddle & Aquatic Invasive Patrol, 7:30-10 am, Chocorua Lake Conservancy, sign up a must: lflaccus@chocorualake.org.

Aug. 21, Concerts in the Clouds, Kate Baldwin, 7:30 pm, Great Waters Music Festival, takes place at Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, tickets: 569-7710.

Aug. 21, Eyes on Owls, 11 am, Chapman Sanctury/Visny Woods program held at Arts & Crafts Building, Sandwich Fairgrounds, Marcia and Mark Wilson from Eyes on Owls bring live owls for viewing, reserve: www.chapmansanctuaryvisneywoods.com.

Aug. 21, Water Ski Show, 3 pm, with Water Ski Show Team, Alton Bay, 875-0109.

Aug. 22, Alton Old Home Week Car Show, 11 am-3 pm, downtown Alton, live music, food trucks, info: 875-3128, www.maxfieldrealestate.com, altoncarshow@gmail.com.

Aug. 22, Music on the Meeting House Green presents Lara Herscovitch, 4-5 pm, bring your own lawn chair, concert held outdoors, Canterbury Shaker Village, Shaker Rd., Canterbury, 783-9511, www.shakers.org.

Aug. 24, Introduction to Fused Glass, 10 am-2, taught by Ann Farnam Lambert, ArtWorks Chocorua, 132 White Mt. Highway, Chocorua, info: 323-8041.

Aug. 25, A Roaring 1920s Gala, 6 pm, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, pre-registration is a must: 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

Aug. 25, Canterbury Community Farmers Market, 4-6:30 pm, in field by Elkins Library, 9 Center Rd., Canterbury, fresh produce and more from vendors, with live music by Tim Gurshin, www.canterburyfarmersmarket.com. (Takes place every Wed. til last Wed. in Sept.)

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Aug. 25, Cate Park Band Concert, 7 pm, pick-up band performs, Community Bandstand at Cate Park, downtown Wolfeboro, bring your own lawn chair for seating, free.

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Aug. 25, Leafhoppers to Lacewings: Field Exploration, 10-11:30 am, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, info: 968-7194, www.nhnature.org.

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Aug. 26, Bristol Summer Concerts in the Park, Freese Brothers Big Band, 6:30 pm, free, bring your own lawn chair, Kelley Park, N. Main St., Bristol, 744-3354 ext. 136.

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Aug. 26, Outdoor Antique and Crafts Fair, 11 am-4 pm, on the grounds of the Wolfeboro Historical Society, South Main St., Wolfeboro, each Thursday ’til 8/26; dates to coincide with Wolfeboro Farmers Market, info/vendors/rain dates: contact Pam Hodder, pmhodder@gmail.com, 832-3820.

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Aug. 28, Antique Car Show, 10 am-3 pm, register your car for showing: 8-10 am, Kelley Park, N. Main St., Bristol, 744-3354 ext. 136.

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Aug. 28, Behind the Library Concert, 4-5 pm, Cook Memorial Library, Tamworth, www.tamworthlibrary.org.

Aug. 28, Bristol Old Home Day & Craft Fair, 9 am-3 pm, Kelley Park, Bristol, 7443354 ext. 136.

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Aug. 28, Annual Lobster & Chicken Supper, 5:30 pm, supports Tapply Thompson Community Center, Bristol, held in Kelly Park, dinner music by Solitary Man, info: 744-2713.

ArtWorks Gallery & Fine Crafts, open Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday from 10 am-5 pm (first Fridays open 12-7 pm), 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua. Ask about classes and the Summer Art Show, www.chocoruaartworks.com, 323-8041.

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Aug. 27, Garden Tour, with gardener Gretchen Large, 9:30 am, tour Lucknow’s historic and garden 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

Aug. 27-28, Gilford Community Church Fair, 8/27: 4-7 pm; 8/28: 7:30 am-2 pm, mini white elephant sale, toys, games, jewelry, music, fried dough, ice cream, silent auction, 19 Potter Hill Rd., Gilford, 524-6057, also Gilford Rotary Pancake Breakfast at the Youth Center (on church grounds) from 7-10 am.

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Basement Tours, 45-minute guided tour of the early 1900s Castle basement, see period appliances, learn about the mansion’s servants and more, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, info/tickets: 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, gallery and textile museum, events and programs, info/call for hours: 524-8813, www.belknapmill.org.

Belknap Mill Book Club, 6 pm, meets virtually August 25, September 29, October 27, November 24 and December 29. Email: bookclub@belknapmill.org.

Blessed Bargains Thrift Shop, First Congregational Church, 400 Main St., Farmington, 755-4816.

Book & Puzzle Sale, every Sat. in August, 8 am-1 pm, Union Congregational Church Chapel, 80 Main St., Union, parking behind the church, coffee, soft drinks, snacks, crafts and gift items, benefit Women’s Fellowship Missions, info: 473-2727.

Bristol Historical Society Open House, open til Sept., Tuesdays at 6:30-8 pm; Saturdays 9 am-noon, 3 High St., Bristol, 744-2751.

Castle in the Clouds, traditional mansion tours, programs, walking trails, dining, please follow CDC guidelines, Moultonboro, 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods, nature trails open for walking, please respect forests and do not litter, 740 Mt. Israel Rd., Center Sandwich, 284-6428, www. chapmansanctuaryvisneywoods.com.

Chocorua Lake Basin View Lot, incredible views of mountains, benches for seating, sketch, paint, meditate, free, directions/info: www.chocorualake.org.

Clark’s Trading Post, Lincoln, www.clarkstradingpost.com, 745-8913.

Cruise with a Naturalist, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3 pm, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, tickets/info: 968-7194, www.nhnature.org.

Curbside Food Pickup, 11 am-3 pm Tuesdays & Fridays, call ahead with your order for farm fresh foods, meats & more, Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm, 58 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, 323-7591, remickmuseum.org.

Discover Squam Cruise, daily at 11 and 1 pm, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, tickets/info: 968-7194, www.nhnature.org.

Evening Yoga on the Castle Lawn, 6 pm, every Wednesday until Aug. 18, $15 p/p, per class, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, pre-register: 476-5900.

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

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

Friday Night Market, farmers market, Fridays from 4-7 pm, parking lot of Hobbs Tap Room, 765 Rt. 16, Ossipee, info: fridayfunmarketossipeert16@gmail.com.

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Friends & Fiber Group, drop-in gathering, 6-8 pm, bring fiber projects, Community Rm., Samuel Wentworth Library, Sandwich, 284-7168. All are welcome, free admission.

Gilmanton Community Farmers Market, Sundays from 10 am-1 pm, live music, fresh produce, meat, honey, maple syrup, baked goods and more, 1385 NH Rt. 140, Gilmanton Iron Works, info: 393-1083, www.gilmantonfarmersmarket.com.

Gilmanton’s Own Market, farmers market with fresh produce and more, order goods and for pick-up details, visit https://gilmantonsown.wordpress.com.

Goat Hike, walk the property with a cute kid goat, Remick Country Doctor Museum and Farm, Tamworth, info: 323-7591, www.remickmuseum.org.

Hobo & Winnipesaukee Railroad, scenic rides in Lincoln and Meredith, info: www.

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In the Round, via ZOOM, Sundays at 8:45 am, thought-provoking topics related to tolerance, join the meeting at https://zoom.us/j/806102625. Info: 284-7532.

Knot Only Knitters, virtual knitting & fiber arts group meets every Monday 2:30-4:30 pm, Minot Sleeper Library, Bristol, 744-3352, www.minotsleeperlibrary.org.

Lakes Region Art Assoc. Gallery, open Thurs.-Sundays from 10 am-6 pm, exhibits by local artists, Suite 300, Tanger Outlet, 120 Laconia Rd., Tilton, 998-0029.

Enjoy old fashioned train rides along the western shore of Lake Winnipesaukee and Paugus Bay! Meredith Station: (2-hour train rides): 154 Main Street, Meredith, NH Weirs Beach: (1 hour train rides) 211 Lakeside Avenue, Weirs Beach, NH

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Lakes Region Pantry & Gift Shop, open Saturdays 10 am-1 pm; Wed.-Fri. 11 am-4 pm, donations of clothing/household items welcome, 977 Whittier Highway, Moultonboro, 476-5400, www.lakesregionfoodpantry.org.

Laverack Nature Trail at Hawkins Brook, nature trail on boardwalk, free, trail starts to the left of Meredith Village Savings Bank, Meredith, info: 279-9015.

League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Fine Craft Gallery, fine handmade crafts and art for sale, workshops, 279 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, hours/info: 279-7920.

Libby Museum of Natural History, natural history and art exhibits, with live animal shows on Wednesdays at 2 pm, 755 N. Main St., Wolfeboro, admission info: 569-1035.

Loon Center, 183 Lees Mill Rd., Moultonboro, 476-5666. Walking trails, please follow pandemic guidelines.

Loon Cruise, Mondays and Fridays at 3 pm, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, tickets/info: 968-7194, www.nhnature.org.

Madison Historical Society, exhibit: Our Town, through Sept. 7, open Tues. 2-4 pm, 19 East Madison Rd., Madison, 367-4640, www.madisonnhhistoricalsociety.org.

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North East Motor Sports Museum, open Saturdays, 10 am-4 pm, 922 Rt. 106, Loudon, info: 783-0183, www.nemsmuseum.com.

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Remick Country Doctor Museum and Farm, tours, events, goat hike and more, Tamworth, info: 323-7591, www.remickmuseum.org.

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Sandwich Historical Society, Our Women of Sandwich Part II – Mothers & Daughters exhibit, 4 Maple St., Sandwich, hours/info: www.sandwichhistorical.org, 284-6269.

Sandwich Sidehillers, meets monthly, trail clearing, Sidehillers clubhouse, 303 Wing Rd., N. Sandwich, sidehillers@gmail.com.

Sculpture Walk, self-guided tour of sculpture locations around downtown Meredith, sponsored by Greater Meredith Program, free, maps/info: 279-9015. During summer guided docent tours leave from in front of Innisfree Bookshop in Mill Falls Marketplace, Meredith. (25 new sculptures on the walk this year.)

Speer Family Hymn Sing, 5 pm, Blacksmith Building, Speer home, Taylor Rd., Sandwich, info: 302-463-5356.

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Wright Museum of WWII, exhibits and programs focusing on the home front during the war years, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, info: wrightmuseum.org, 569-1212.

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Life What’sNight UP

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Aug. 11-21, Far From Canterbury, The Barnstormers, summer theatre, Tamworth village, tickets: 323-8500, www.barnstormerstheatre.org.

Aug. 16, Open Mic with Paul Luff, 6-8 pm, Patrick’s Pub & Eatery, 18 Weirs Rd., Gilford, 293-0841, www.patrickspub.com.

Aug. 16, Paul Warnick performs live outdoor music, on the patio if weather permits, or in the restaurant, 6 pm, Fratello’s, 799 Union Ave., Laconia, info: 528-2022, www.fratellos.com.

Aug. 17, Ted Solovicos performs live outdoor music, on the patio if weather permits, or in the restaurant, 6 pm, Fratello’s, 799 Union Ave., Laconia, info: 528-2022, www.fratellos.com.

Aug. 17-22, Sammy Davis Jr, Live at the Palace, Interlakes Summer Theatre, One Laker Lane, Meredith, tickets/info: www.interlakestheatre.com, 707-6035.

Aug. 18, Cate Park Band Concert, 7 pm, pick-up band performs, Community Bandstand at Cate Park, downtown Wolfeboro, bring your own lawn chair for seating, free.

Aug. 18, Mitch Alden performs live outdoor music, on the patio if weather permits, or in the restaurant, 6 pm, Fratello’s, 799 Union Ave., Laconia, info: 528-2022, www.fratellos.com.

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Aug. 19, Colt Ford, 7 pm, Tower Hill Tavern, 322 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach, www.bighousenightclub.com.

Aug. 19, Don Bartenstein concert, free, 5 pm, Marceau Park, Central St., Franklin, bring your own lawn chair for seating, franklinoperahouse.org for info.

Aug. 19, Ralph Allen performs live outdoor music, on the patio if weather permits, or in the restaurant, 6 pm, Fratello’s, 799 Union Ave., Laconia, info: 528-2022, www.fratellos.com.

Aug. 20, Paul Warnick performs live outdoor music, on the patio if weather permits, or in the restaurant, 6 pm, Fratello’s, 799 Union Ave., Laconia, info: 528-2022, www.fratellos.com.

Aug. 20 & 21, Piano Music at the Loft, 5-7 pm, Hermit Woods Loft, 72 Main St., Meredith, info: hermitwoods.com.

Aug. 21, Erica Brown & the Bluegrass Connection, Wolfeboro Community Bandstand concert, 7 pm, free, bring your own lawn chair for seating, if bad weather is threatened, sign will be posted at the entrance to Cate Park near the town docks and there will be a notice posted on The Friends of the Wolfeboro Community Bandstand Facebook page.

Aug. 21, Rebecca Turmel performs live outdoor music, on the patio if weather permits, or in the restaurant, 6 pm, Fratello’s, 799 Union Ave., Laconia, info: 528-2022, www.fratellos.com.

Aug. 22, A Murder Mystery, 8 pm, Lakeport Opera House, 781 Union Ave., Laconia, tickets/info: 519-7506, www.lakeportopera.com.

Aug. 22, John Shelley performs live outdoor music, on the patio if weather permits, or in the restaurant, 6 pm, Fratello’s, 799 Union Ave., Laconia, info: 528-2022, www.fratellos.com.

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It’s All Second Nature

By Leigh Sharps For those who aren’t up for a big mountain hike or long excursions to see a waterfall, there are many more choices to see nature and enjoy the ‘great outdoors’ this summer and fall.

One fun and amazing way to do just that in this area is to choose one or two of these less-known routes explained here. You won’t meet nearly as many people on these walks as you will climbing Mt. Major in Gilford or West Rattlesnake Mountain in Holderness on a weekend (but don’t forget these both offer totally fantastic views from the top and deserve a few hours of your time if you are able to tackle these moderate hikes).

Weeks Woods Trail Loop in Gilford is a slow ascent through woodlands and offers rewarding views from the hillside overlook. It’s 107 acres of reclaimed forestland. Eighty-five acres was deeded to the Society for the Protection of NH Forests (SPNHF) by the John and Esther Weeks family in memory of their son (Robert Bruce Weeks). Later, SPNHF added 22 more acres to it. At the junction of Rtes. 3 and 11 is 11-A and opposite Gilford Town Offices (you may park here) is the millstone marker and trailhead gate. It’s just .02 mi. to a log landing.

The ‘tote’ road (a logging road) is wide but a single path walking trail so no wheeled or motorized bikes/vehicles are allowed. Along the roadway one may notice ‘pasture pines’ which are trees left in an area once used for grazing by sheep and cows on this

former farmland (1800s). Further on are mixed tree species of oak, birch and white pines. There are two loops which are two miles round trip. The Upper (.08), Lower (1 mi) and a short spur (.01) off the Lower to an upland meadow. From the far left corner of the field are views of Rowe and Belknap Mountains. The connecting loops are two miles long.

The Alice Bemis Thompson Wildlife Sanctuary in North Sandwich is owned by the Audubon Society. The beginning trailhead is just 0.6 miles and is only about 30 minutes long. This primary trail is the Fred Steele Memorial Trail.

In all, though, there are about 2.3 miles of trails through the 300-acre sanctuary. It’s an easy/moderate walk and great for children. At the trailhead there is an Audubon guidebook available. After the initial short walk, it continues with a footbridge over Atwood Brook and marshes and ends with a boardwalk ending at the Ridgely Observation platform. There’s a bench and informational panels there, too.

The sky opens up and you’re able to see spectacular views of mountain ranges: The Sandwich Range, Ossipee Range, Mt. Chocorua, Whiteface, and Mt. Paugus.

On this nature walk are unique tamarack trees, the only cone bearing tree which sheds all its needles in the fall. Birds include kingfishers, flycatchers, great blue heron, redwinged blackbirds and ducks. Wildlife includes moose, beaver, and waterfowl.

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Tamworth deeded the first 172 acres to the Audubon Society in 1977 and two years later Frank and Rose Church added another 66 joining acres to continue protection of the land. In 2014, the Audubon Society partnered with the Northeast Wilderness Trust and a forever-wild easement was made on the property. The area is not for motorized vehicles and is a low-impact area.

The Abenaki Tower Trail only takes 20 minutes and is just 0.3 miles long and, again, an easy walk in the town of Tuftonboro. The Native American Abenaki (known as the ‘Dawn People’) peoples had encampments on Lake Winnipesaukee (‘beautiful water in a high place’) and the Squams (Asquam meaning ‘water’) and other lakes around the region. From the 100 ft. Abenaki tower (dedicated in 1978) one can obtain fantastic views of Moultonborough Bay and Jonathan’s Landing on Long Island on Winnipesaukee, and also one can see the building tops of Melvin Village and the Ossipee and Sandwich Mountain Ranges. The tower was not built as a fire tower, or for any other reason, except to allow people to enjoy the amazing views from it.

From eight miles north on Rte. 109 from Wolfeboro Center, there is a signpost designating the trailhead on the left. (It’s between Wolfeboro and Moultonborough).

Madison Boulder State Wayside Park is a geological park with a short loop boulder trail (0.2 mi., 15 minutes) and a super-easy nature walk. It encircles one of the largest glacial boulders in the world, a natural anomaly to those who have never seen anything like it. It is a remnant from the Ice Age, thousands of years ago, and it is 87 ft. long, 23 ft. wide and 37 ft. high. Its estimated weight is 4,662 tons.

This great nature walk is a fantastic example to show kids about ‘erratic’ stones and rocks like this boulder. These ‘erratics’ were pushed, moved, carried, etc. by glaciers and are called ‘glacial erratics’ for a reason. The glacier that covered most of Eastern North America dragged down millions of rocks when the glacier melted and the boulders and rocks just settled where they landed.

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Ryefield Marsh/Ellie’s Woodland Walk in South Wolfeboro is an easy 30 min. walk and only 0.5 mi. long.

It’s a ‘sweet’ boardwalk stroll beside a large marsh that is full of aquatic plants and bird life. It ends at a platform overlooking the whole natural scene.

Eloise Lincott (1898-1978) gave the land to the town of Wolfeboro to maintain its lifetime conservation. The area is supported by the Wolfeboro Conservation area.

There is a stone marker designating the trailhead and you can pick up an informational pamphlet here. A sluiceway over the wooden footbridge (on the right side) are alders, grasses, waterlilies and pickerel weeds. A short distance farther is the boardwalk across an open marsh. There is an assortment of water-loving plants here. The marsh supports fish, squirrels, muskrats, beavers, deer, turtle, skunks, wood ducks, ruffed grouse, woodpeckers, great blue herons, red-winged blackbirds, moose and many other winged and footed species. Other plant life includes sedge grass, sweet fern, raspberries, arrowhead, marsh fern and loose fern.

It is across from Lake Wentworth State Beach on Rte. 109 and about 3.2 miles from Wolfeboro Center. Turn right at the sign to Wentworth Beach and after 1.7 miles is a sign to Ellie’s Woodland Walk on the lakeside of the road.

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M/S Mount Washington added to NH State Register of Historic Places The M/S Mount Washington is one of the five properties that the State Historical Resources Council has added to the New Hampshire State Register of Historic Places. The current Mount has served New Hampshire on Lake Winnipesaukee since 1940.

In addition to its history within the tourism industry, it continues to be integral to the tradition of determining “ice out” on the lake, which is officially determined when the ship can travel to all five of its ports of call. Today’s Mount is last in a line of vessels that provided water transportation between the major communities surrounding Lake Winnipesaukee.

“Our primary goal is to preserve the M/S Mount Washington so that she that she will continue to be available for future generations,” said Captain Jim Morash. “It’s quite an honor to be included in the State Registry of Historic Places, and it validates decades of work by hundreds of crew to keep her tradition going season after season.”

The Mount joins four other special places including: Built in 1903-05, as a small chapel with the primary intent of educating children on Sundays, the one-story Cheever Union Sunday School in Dorchester, NH has several distinctive architectural features, including a canted bell tower with an open belfry and an off-center large stainedglass window on the front. Largely unchanged for more than 100 years, its interior is still finished in dark-stained bead board and has all of its original hardware.

The John Howland Homestead in Easton, NH includes a circa 1830 Greek Revival-style house and a timberframed barn on 160 acres. It was one of the longest-running farmsteads in Easton and has significance as a rural

agricultural landscape, specifically as a relatively intact example of an early 19th-century farm that was part of a larger agricultural community. A large percentage of its land is protected by a conservation easement.

Built in 1891 when Sunapee Harbor was Sunapee’s tourism center, the postand-beam Flanders-Osborne Stable had 18 horse stalls and room for carriages; visitors could rent single and double teams. As modes of transportation changed, it later provided service and seasonal storage for boats and automobiles. The building was owned by generations of the same family until 1980 when it was donated to the Sunapee Historical Society, which maintains it as a museum.

Located near the town common in Warren, the eight-ton, 73-foot tall Redstone Missile was built circa 1950 and is reportedly the only authentic Redstone rocket available for tourist

viewing in the United States. Henry “Ted” Asselin, who was stationed at the Redstone Arsenal in Alabama, was able to bring the decommissioned missile back to his hometown in 1971 to commemorate Alan B. Shepard, Jr., another New Hampshire native and the first American in space.

The M/S Mount Washington has been a New Hampshire icon since 1872. Departure times and options vary through the season. To learn more about the Mount Washington and to view a complete schedule with times and ticket prices, visit www.cruisenh.

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Premiere Musical Far From Canterbury Newcomers bring bluegrass to the on The Barnstormers Stage bandstand on Saturday night The Barnstormers Theatre is pleased to present the world premiere musical Far From Canterbury. Book, music and lyrics by Danny K. Bernstein, and directed by Katherine Carter, this production runs August 11 through the 21.

This new musical, inspired by The Canterbury Tales, follows the young knight, John of Bath, and his friends as they set out across the land to solve the riddle that will ultimately save John’s life: “What is it that women desire most?” A very important question in 2021.

Interim Artistic Director Joe Longthorne says, “Far From Canterbury is having its debut here at The Barnstormers Theatre—when The Barnstormers was founded by Francis Cleveland, he was committed to producing new works for the times, and we’ve returned to those traditions this summer, and we’re so excited to produce a world premiere musical here

in Tamworth.

“Far From Canterbury has an electric score full of contemporary pop musical theatre, appealing to all ages. We hope that grandparents, grandchildren, and everyone in between will come and enjoy this show together.”

Located in scenic Tamworth Village, The Barnstormers is a professional, equity theatre with air conditioning, a hearing assist system and is wheelchair accessible. The theatre is currently seating at one-third capacity, and following COVID guidelines for safety.

Beer, wine, soft drinks and cookies are available during intermission.

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After a few weeks in a row with familiar faces in the bandstand in Cate Park, the Friends of the Wolfeboro Community Bandstand will welcome Erica Brown and the Bluegrass Connection to the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee on Saturday, Aug. 21.

Brown developed an interest in music at a young age and by age seven was competing in fiddle contests with kids twice her age. By the time she was nine, she was traveling throughout New England, Canada and beyond with the Maine French Fiddlers. She has competed in and won numerous fiddle contest throughout New England and Canada and has won numerous awards for her fiddle playing. She also has helped bring music into several elementary schools and has a strong desire to share her knowledge with anyone who has an interest. She has a music studio in her home in Portland, Maine.

Brown’s band includes Lincoln Meyers, Kris Day, Eli Gilbert and Matt Shipman.

Shipman has been performing for many years throughout the United States and Canada and is not only an interpreter of traditional music, but also weaves that love of tradition into his songwriting. He plays and teaches guitar, mandolin, bouzouki and clawhammer banjo.

Meyers is an award-winning guitarist who has been on the New England music scene for a couple of decades and has been playing professionally for longer than that. He has toured and performed with bands all around

the world and is a veteran instructor, teaching private lessons and conducting guitar workshops around the country.

Day has been a staple in the Portland, Maine music scene for more than 20 years, playing bluegrass, jazz, rockabilly and everything in between.

He has done a lot of touring over the years and enjoys his private teaching career in addition to recording with local artists and performing session work.

Gilbert decided to pick up a banjo after seeing J.D. Crowe and the New South at the Thomas Point Beach Bluegrass Festival and eventually moved to Tennessee to study Bluegrass at East Tennessee State. He performed with the ETSU Bluegrass Pride Band among others and after graduating, moved back to Maine to teach roots music and jazz at Bates College and North Yarmouth Academy.

Erica Brown and the Bluegrass Connection will take to the bandstand on Saturday, Aug. 21, for a 7 pm concert in Cate Park. The Friends of the Wolfeboro Community Bandstand concert series is presented free of charge each Saturday night in the bandstand in Cate Park, with each concert lasting two hours with a short intermission.

At intermission, there will be a passthe-bucket offering collected to help support the free concert series.

In the event of bad weather, check the Friends of the Wolfeboro Community Bandstand Facebook page and signs will also be posted at the entrance to the park.

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Butterfly Watercolors - Guided Exploration The Newfound Lake Region Association (NLRA) invites you to a butterfly-themed watercolor painting session with Watershed Steward, Karen Candia, at Grey Rocks Conservation Area in Hebron on August 19 at 10 am.

This program will allow participants to explore their artistic side while also learning about New Hampshire’s butterflies and their importance to natural ecosystems.

Participants will gather at the picnic area for an introduction to local butterfly species before touring the garden areas of Grey Rocks to find real-life butterfly inspiration for their paintings.

Attendees will then pick up their paintbrushes and try their hand at creating watercolor butterflies!

This program is free and open to all ages and skill levels. Anyone who is interested in learning more about

butterflies or is simply looking to pick up a new, creative hobby is welcome to join. No prior experience to painting or butterfly knowledge is required.

Watercolor paints, paper, and brushes will be provided as well. Please be sure to bring plenty of water and sunscreen

as the group will be out in the picnic area and under the sun for the majority of the painting session. Register and learn more at NewfoundLake.org/ events.

The Watershed Stewards are part of a regional AmeriCorps service program

that increases NLRA’s capacity to conserve and protect the Newfound watershed. Along with leading guided watershed exploration twice a month throughout the summer, they spend their service term maintaining conservation areas, connecting with the community, and collaborating with other local organizations.

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Learn About the Wrecks of Winnipesaukee On Wednesday, August 18 at 7 pm, the Lake Winnipesaukee Museum in Weirs Beach will host diver Hans Hug with his talk on “The Wrecks of Hans Hug Winnipesaukee.”

“The Wrecks of Winnipesaukee” will focus on the underwater history of the Big Lake, showing videos and sonar images of shipwrecks seen while diving, as well as artifacts from below the surface of the lake. Hug has been an avid diver for over 30 years throughout New England, exploring sites from Cape Cod and Cape Ann to the Connecticut River. Using sophisticated side-scan sonar equipment, he

has located more than 80 wrecks in Lake Winnipesaukee, including large pieces of the original steamer Mount Washington. His recent discoveries will be of great interest to those who enjoy Lake Winnipesaukee history.

Since seating is limited this season, advance reservations are required by e-mail to lakewinnipesaukeemuseum@gmail.com or by phone at 603366-5950 (on Wednesday to Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm). The program is free for Lake Winnipesaukee Historical Society members; for non-members there is a $5 fee.

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Chocorua Lake Paddle & Aquatic Invasives Patrol Variegated milfoil? Water naiads? Chinese mystery snail, Asian clam, zebra mussels and spiny water fleas? What do these things have in common? We don’t want them in our lakes and rivers! These aquatic invasive species can tangle our feet when we swim, hamper passage for our boats, destroy habitat for native species, and worse.

On Saturday, August 21 from 7:30 to 10 am, join Chocorua Lake Conservancy (CLC) Stewardship Director Lynne Flaccus for a leisurely guided paddle on Chocorua Lake. The group will leave from the Island public access area on Route 16, and explore the vegetated buffer along the water’s edge with its many nooks and crannies. You will see what insects, reptiles and amphibians can be found, and learn what plants grow with their “feet” in wet soil at the lake’s edge or on the bottom.

While exploring the native flora and fauna, paddlers will be on the lookout for signs of exotic aquatic species that could create problems in the lake if they become established. You will have Weed Watcher Kits from the NH Department of Environmental Services (DES) to help with your searches and identification. Chocorua Lake is home

A kayaker gliding toward the north end of Chocorua Lake. Photo by Lynne Flaccus.

to many native aquatic plants, and looking for clues to identification can help us become aware of what is around us.

Want to learn more in advance about what we can be looking for, both the species that belong here and the ones that cause trouble? Amy Smagula, Exotic Species Program Coordinator at DES, joined CLC last year for a webinar on “Protecting Our Lakes from Aquatic Invasive Species.” You can watch the webinar at chocorualake. org/gallery to learn how to identify

the native plants in Chocorua Lake and on the shore, and what the ones CLC is hoping never to find look like!

If you have not yet been vaccinated, or are less than two weeks from your last shot, please bring a mask for moments when social distancing is not possible. Participants must bring their own canoe or kayak; paddles, and life jackets are required. Be sure to bring sun and bug protection, a water bottle, and snacks. Please email lflaccus@ chocorualake.org with your phone

number to let us know you will be coming so that we can let you know of any changes in the schedule.

Presenter/naturalist, Lynne Flacus, has 30+ years of experience in land conservation and stewardship, managing protected properties, studying wildlife, and educating adults and children.

More chances to explore the Chocorua Lake Basin coming up 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.

Visit www.chocorualake.org for information, and follow on Facebook and Instagram.

About the Chocorua Lake Conservancy: The CLC is a volunteer-led, nonprofit land trust founded in 1968 to protect the scenic and natural resources of the Chocorua Lake Basin and surrounding area. The CLC is committed to providing convenient and attractive public access to Chocorua Lake and trails on nearby conservation lands for visitors and local residents.

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Her new show, How Did You Get This Number? features signature songs from her acclaimed career, including Finian’s Rainbow, Giant, Big Fish, and Hello Dolly! In addition, there are works from writers such as Stephen Sondheim, Kander & Ebb, Frank Loesser and long-time friend and collaborator Georgia Stitt that fill the program with beautiful music and expert storytelling.

Barbara Olcott, Head Chair of Great Waters, says “As a long-time friend and admirer of Kate’s work, I am so excited for her to perform for the

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Music on the Meeting House Green This summer, Canterbury Shaker Village is presenting a Sunday outdoor concert series with an exciting new lineup of performances. With the support of New England Foundation for the Arts, the Village offers performances by such talented musicians as Lara Herscovitch on August 22. In addition, many performers from last year’s series will return, including The Wholly Rollers on September 19. Music on the Meeting House Green offers something for everyone. The Village summer concerts in a varied lineup, culminating in a celebration of the arts for all to enjoy.

The series continues every Sunday through September 19, and each concert is from 4 to 5 pm. All concerts are held on the iconic Meeting House Green, where there is always a beautiful view and a cool summer breeze. Suggested donation of $10 per person for each performance. Bring a picnic, bring a chair, and enjoy the concerts on the green.

All concerts are subject to cancelation due to inclement weather.

Concert cancelations will be updated on www.shakers.org the morning of each performance date. Email info@ shakers.org for any questions, or call 603-783-9511 x 205.

Upcoming on August 22, Lara Herscovitch is a masterful singersongwriter, poet and performer, described in the Boston Globe as “a luminous voice and a buoyant stage presence . . . [whose] big-hearted lyrics embrace the sum of life.” She

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has been honored as State Troubadour of Connecticut and received Roots on the River’s annual Singer Songwriter Award. Connecticut Public Radio Host Colin McEnroe observed, “Walt Whitman would recognize his own soul in her expansive American vision.” Her concert will be a tribute to the Shakers’ Meeting House Green— another expansive American vision.

On August 29, The Mink Hills Band, a five-member, NH-based acoustic band whose music includes bluegrass, swing, and folk, as well as original compositions, will perform. They have been performing together throughout northern New England for more than 20 years.

Peabody’s Coal Train will be the band on September 5. The band is a six-piece acoustic band playing a

wide-ranging mix of folk, Appalachian mountain music, classic country, swinging blues, old-time gospel, and toe-tapping bluegrass tunes. Plus, a little rock and roll!

September 12 brings Aurea Ensemble, and the band describes their musical alchemy as an imaginative blend of an outstanding string ensemble with spoken word and the vivid voice of the harmonica. They will perform Of Nature Composed, which combines

works the composers John Luther Adams, Charles Griffes, John Cage, Lou Harrison, and Charles Ives and the poetry of Mary Oliver and Galway Kinnell. A complement to the Shaker ethos, it explores the sanctity of our environment, the arts, science, and the humanities.

The series concludes for the season on September 19, when The Wholly Rollers come to the outdoor village area. The band is a Concord, NH based band performing bluegrass, old time, string band, and gospel music. As band leader Dick Bennett comments, “No one has more fun at a Wholly Rollers concert than the Rollers themselves!”

Canterbury Shaker is located at 288 Shaker Road in Canterbury, NH, just south of Laconia and north of Concord, NH. For more information, visit www. shakers.org, or call 603-783-9511 x 205.

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Master Illusionist to Entertain at Lakeport Opera House The most highly acclaimed female illusionist in America, Lyn Dillies, will deliver a dazzling display of magic at the Lakeport Opera House on August 21 at 7:30 pm. The spectacular, eye-defying illusion show will astound audiences of all ages and keep everyone on the edge of their seat.

“Magic has been my vehicle to not only entertain, but inspire lives and make a difference,” said Dillies, who found her destiny at the age of 12. “It’s what I was born to do.”

Dillies, from Westport, Massachusetts, is a pioneer in a male-dominated field and has been performing for over 20 years. From the grandeur of New York City’s Lincoln Center to Hollywood’s Magic Castle, her unique brand of mystery, comedy and audience participation amazes and astounds through some of the most masterful, mind-blowing illusions in magic today.

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“Lyn is amazing and on the cutting In 2013, she became the first female edge of illusionists,” said Emma Teto, illusionist in history to receive the Opera House talent director. “She’s prestigious Milbourne Christopher wowed audiences at sold-out shows all Award from the Society of American over the world. Her shows are visually Magicians, joining a list that includes stunning, with a Vegas flair of glitz and David Copperfield, Penn and Teller and Siegfried and Roy. In 2009, Dillies was awarded the Merlin Award for Female Illusionist of the Year from the International Financing Available Magician’s Society. Dillies has appeared on television and has shared the stage with notable entertainers such as Marvin Hamlisch, Jeff Dunham, Bill Engval and Mikhail Baryshnikov.

A pioneer in her field, Dillies has produced her Learn Magic with Lyn DVD, which empowers

children to perform their own magic; has founded Your Vote is Magic!, a public service campaign to promote voter awareness to young people; and has created Magic at the Symphony program, which sets some of the most breathtaking illusions in magic against the beauty and drama of classical music played by a full symphony orchestra – a truly unique entertainment experience.

The Opera House is a 200-seat venue built for comfort, style and mobility. Every seat in the house has an unobstructed view, cocktail service and the best sound system for an experience unlike anything else in the area. Over $1 million was invested in the Opera House renovation which opened in June after being closed for 60 years.

Originally built in 1882, this venue mixes modern design elements with historic charm for a unique cultural experience. The Opera House is once again home to live musical performances, theatre productions, comedians, magicians as well as being host to community-focused events, weddings, and private and corporate gatherings. Once a mainstay of Laconia’s Lakeport community, the Opera House is on center stage in New Hampshire’s Lakes Region.

Upcoming performances include Rockphoria on August 19, Murder Mystery on August 22, That Motown Band on August 27, and Femmes of Rock on August 28.

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Family Fun Activities at Remick Museum & Farm Family-friendly summertime activities, tours, and self-led explorations continue throughout August at Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm in Tamworth Village.

From Tuesday to Saturday, guided activities include goat hikes, farm tours, medical history tours, and nature walks. And new this month, the “Here, Kitty Kitty!” Photo Contest is a fun “purrsuit” for cat lovers of all ages.

“Our guided activities provide the opportunity to meet and learn about the farm’s animals, understand what it was like to be a country doctor, or discover the natural, ‘wild side’ of the property,” said Jim Cruickshank, the museum’s program manager.

The goat hike, which is a new activity this season, is extremely popular.

“People have been loving the chance to spend one-on-one time with our super-cute kid goats. There are plenty of opportunities for photo taking on the hike, and it provides some exercise for the goats and us. Plus, it’s just plain fun for everyone,” said Cruickshank, who leads the tours.

In addition to scheduled activities, the farm grounds are open daily from 10 am to 2 pm for relaxed, self-led “farmsplorations.”

Visitors are welcome to explore the extensive property and observe the farm’s beef and dairy cows and calves, chickens, goats and goat kids, pigs and piglets, sheep and lambs, and a miniature horse named Sadie—all in their summer settings.

Also available are vegetable and medicinal herb exhibit gardens, a Children’s Garden, two scavenger hunts, interactive activities, a halfmile walking trail that features informational kiosks, and several spots to have a picnic.

New for August, the museum’s “Here, Kitty Kitty!” Photo Contest invites visitors to snap a selfie on Saturdays, during open hours. The metal boot scrape, a mainstay object on the granite steps of the Museum Center, is awaiting the completion of a construction project to secure the historic porch’s foundation. When completed, the kitty will be returned to its rightful spot. In the meantime, it will “play” in the backyard with all visitors who wish to play along with it via the museum’s social media channels. A random drawing of all eligible photos will determine the winner. Details and rules are listed on the museum’s website.

Admission for all self-led experiences is by donation. Guided activities occur on specified days, at specified times, and have age guidelines. Detailed information is on the museum’s website - www.remickmuseum.org - or can be learned by calling 603-323-7591.

Preregistration for guided activities is required by 2 pm the day before, by phone; interested persons are encouraged to book early. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all barns and buildings remain closed to the public at this time, except for guided tours.

Army Guard Retiree Luncheon Date Set The New Hampshire Army National Guard (NHARNG) 12th Annual Retiree Luncheon date has been set for Thursday, September 23, 2021 by the luncheon planning committee.

The committee is made up of current and retired Army National Guard members. The immediate goal is to notify all retired NHARNG members about this upcoming event. Retirees who have not attended prior luncheons or have relocated are urged to contact Command Sergeant Major (Ret) David Follansbee via e-mail: dave_ follansbee@comcast.net or call 603623-7757.

This year’s luncheon will be at the Joint Force Headquarters building on the State Military Reservation in Concord and will feature a briefing on the current status of the NHARNG, as well as exhibits and displays of interest to retirees. A group photo is also planned. The luncheon fee is $8.00 at the door.

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Around Sandwich ~ August Happenings

By Diane Cook Johnson There are many fun things going on all around Sandwich in August; the following are just some of the events.

Speer’s Family Hymn Sing The Speer’s Family Hymn Sings will be earlier than usual (previous time was 7:30 pm) for the rest of the summer, though Labor Day. The new time is 5 to 5:45 pm. Please bring a chair; it will be outside by the Blacksmith Building at Sue Speer’s home on Taylor Road.

Hymnals are provided. If you wish to attend, you must be vaccinated. If you wish to sing, bring a mask. Thank you very much. If it’s bad weather (rain), the Hymn Sing will not happen. Any questions, please call Will Speers at 302-463-5356, especially with questions about the weather on Sunday afternoons.

Field Fine Art Happenings August art classes are filling up. Here are some of the classes that will be taught by Kathryn Field at Field Fine Art Studio on Taylor Road in Sandwich.:

Material Madness, Basic Drawing, Watercolor Basics, Open Studio Practice, Landscapes Watercolor, Portraits in Watercolor, and Making Cards. Please go to fieldfineart.weebly. com/classes for more information on August and September classes.

Drawing Animals Don’t miss out on this instructive and fun class with Kathryn Field on Tuesday, August 17. The class starts at the Center Sandwich Fine Craft Gallery with an introduction to drawing animals, basic geometric shapes, exploring line, shape and form.

From there, the class will travel to a local farm where you will be able to draw goats, alpacas, and chickens.

Please pack a lunch and join the group!

Details and registration can be found at https://centersandwich.nhcrafts.org/ watercolor-drawing-classes/.

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Here is your chance to meet six live owls up-close and personal.

After a short introduction and much anticipation, Marcia brings the owls out one by one. Each bird is safely perched on Marcia’s glove as she walks along a center aisle offering close views of these secretive birds of prey. Everyone gets to practice the owls’ calls during the hooting lessons! The Wilsons highlight the owls’ unique adaptations, habitats and behaviors in the wild, while sharing tips on how you can look for owls. Questions are taken once the owls come out. The program will run approximately 45 to 60 minutes.

Head over to the CSVW website for more information about this great event, and to reserve your spot: www. chapmansanctuaryvisnywoods.com/ events.

Tickets are available in advance by using the PayPal option on the CSVW website. Tickets will also be available that day at the door.

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The Fiber Group welcomes all abilities and ages of fiber enthusiasts (and those wanting learn or just visit).

Come with your knitting, crocheting, spinning, felting, rug hooking, embroidery, sewing or other fiber artsrelated or hand-held project to work on. There is no charge and the group is casual and welcoming. While there is no formal instruction, if you have a question about your project, there is usually someone in attendance who can provide assistance. Should you wish more information or if you have questions, please call/text Diane at 603-284-7168.

2021 Sandwich Fair The newly renovated Sandwich Fair Association Office is now open and staffed Tuesday to Friday from approx. 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. The Fair will take place October 9, 10, and 11.

Fair program books and flyers are available at the Sandwich Fair Office, the Samuel Wentworth Library and many other locations around town. For more information, contact Kim Weeks, The Sandwich Fair Association, 7 Wentworth Hill Road / PO Box 161, Sandwich, NH 03227; call 603-2847062; Email: info@thesandwichfair. com.

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Lake Etiquette: It’s Not ‘Whatever Floats Your Boat’ New Hampshire’s beautiful lakes, ponds and rivers play host to a large number of recreational motor boats as Granite Staters and visitors get out on the water for fishing, water skiing, tubing and pleasure cruising.

Recreational boating provides a great opportunity to enjoy our waters. However, with this comes a responsibility to protect water quality. Individual boats usually release only small amounts of pollutants but when multiplied by thousands of boaters, they can cause distinct water quality problems.

Limiting pollution from the care and usage of motor boats can promote long-term economic benefits and environmental health and help recreational boating to remain a funfilled outdoor experience.

Clean boats, clean boating habits and clean marinas benefit the entire boating community as well as aquatic life.

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4. Preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species. Aquatic invasive plants can lead to reduced shorefront property values, water quality impairments and problems with the aesthetic and recreational values of waterbodies. The spread of these plants occur when boats and bilges are not properly cleaned between trips.

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Avoid boating in shallow near-shore areas and marshy areas, as they are more at risk for impacts resulting from motorized boating activities.

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When boat washing is taking place over dry ground, remove all drain plugs so that the water can drain out of the boat during and after the wash process.

Carefully read the label prior to purchase of any cleaning product and review the ingredients included.

Use only phosphate-free detergents.

Do not use detergents containing ammonia, sodium hypochlorite (bleach), chlorinated solvents, petroleum distillates, strong acids, or lye (especially in places where they could be released to the water.)

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Check to see that your wastewater drains to a holding tank by flushing toilets and running water in sinks and showers. Have a friend watch outside the boat to see if any water drains to the lake.

Check all your plumbing Y-valves to ensure they are disconnected. A Y-valve is a switch that allows boats to discharge wastewater either to a holding tank or overboard. Boats on the coast often have Y-valves for offshore disposal, but these valves are not allowed in New Hampshire’s inland lakes.

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7 Ways to Incorporate More Blueberries Into Your Diet Fruits and vegetables are vital components of a nutritious diet, and few foods pack a more nutritional punch than blueberries.

Verywell Health says blueberries are touted as a superfood because they are full of antioxidants, vitamins, fiber, and phytosterols, which are micronutrients that can significantly lower LDL cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease. Blueberries also are low in saturated fat and may help lower triglyceride levels. A study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics found that women who consume blueberries on a daily basis have lower blood pressure.

Furthermore, researchers in Finland determined a berry-rich diet supports healthy aging and controls the risk of chronic diseases.

Enjoying a blueberry muffin or a cup of blueberries with breakfast are two ways to consume more blueberries.

But those are not the only ways to incorporate more blueberries into your diet.

1. Make a smoothie. Blend blueberries into a smoothie containing frozen yogurt and other fruit. Drink it any time of the day as a filling snack or even a small meal.

2. Whip up blueberry relish. Diced fresh blueberries tossed with onion, diced tomato and various seasonings

up sangria with blueberries for an added punch to this popular cocktail.

7. Mix up energy bites. Pair nuts, oats, chia seeds, flax seeds, and other healthy ingredients with blueberries.

Utilize maple syrup or honey to keep ingredients together and bake until golden brown. Many different recipes are available online for these types of treats.

Blueberries make nutritious additions to any diet, and there are various ways to incorporate more of this flavorful fruit into your meals.

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3. Create a fruit salad. Blend together various fresh fruits into a delicious fruit salad. Squeeze fresh lemon juice on top to prevent browning of the fruits used.

4. Whip up overnight oats. Mix equal parts of almond milk, oats and Greek yogurt together in a container and let sit overnight. In the morning, mix in favorite blueberries. Add a little pure vanilla extract for added flavor.

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TTCC Annual Lobster & Chicken Supper The Tapply-Thompson Community Center (TTCC) will be holding its Annual Lobster & Chicken Supper at Kelley Park in Bristol on Saturday, August 28 from 5:30 to 7 pm.

Don’t miss this delicious summer tradition! Tickets are available at the TTCC or at the door while they last. The cost is $17 for Chicken, $20 for Lobster & $25 for a combo of a lobster and quarter chicken.

We offer kids hot dog plates for $6.00.

The meal includes salad, Walker’s Farm corn on the cob, baked potato, cole slaw, fresh rolls, dessert and drinks.

Dinner entertainment will be provided by ‘Solitary Man.’ In the event of rain, the dinner will be held at the TTC Bristol area. For more information, call 603-744-2713.

Vocal Quartet brings vintage sounds to Laconia Taylor Community’s 2021 Concert Series sponsored by Bank of New Hampshire features the Vintage Vocal Quartet on Sunday, September 5 at 3 pm in the community’s Woodside Building off Union Ave. in Laconia.

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Fire pits can be found in millions of suburban backyards across the globe. Fire pits have become so popular that a 2016 survey of landscape architects conducted by the American Society of Landscape Architects revealed they were the most sought after outdoor design element. Fire pits remain wildly popular a half decade after that survey. Homeowners who are only now joining the fire pit revolution can keep these dos and don’ts in mind as they plan their summer s’mores sessions.

DO keep the fire pit a safe distance away from the home. Fire pits should be located a safe distance from the home at all times, but especially when they’re in use. Home design experts recommend keeping fire pits a minimum of 10 to 20 feet away from a house or other structure, such as a shed or a detached garage. The further away the fire is from houses and other structures, the less likely those structures are to catch on fire.

DON’T place the fire pit beneath trees or next to shrubs. Though fire pits should be kept safe distances away from a house and other structures, it’s important that they’re not placed beneath trees or next to shrubs. Shrubs and low hanging branches can easily catch embers and be lit ablaze, so make sure fire pits are not placed in locations that increase that risk.

DO clean out seasonal debris. It can be tempting to let seasonal debris resting inside the fire pit burn away during the season’s first s’mores session. But burning debris poses a serious safety risk,

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DON’T let fire pits burn near flammable materials. Store firewood piles a safe distance away from the fire pit while it’s in operation. It may be convenient to keep firewood right next to the fire pit while the fire is burning, but that increases the risk that embers will land on firewood and start a fire outside of the pit.

DO check the weather report prior to starting the fire. Windy weather increases the risk of embers blowing around and potentially landing on the house, other structures around the property or trees. If the weather report is calling for gusting winds, burn a fire on another night.

DON’T leave a fire pit fire burning.

Unattended recreational fires are illegal and incredibly dangerous. Homeowners should never leave fire pit fires burning unattended or allow fires to slowly die out overnight. Always extinguish the fire before going inside and stop adding wood to the fire roughly one hour before you plan to go inside. Water or sand can be poured on ashes to extinguish the fire. Once homeowners are confident a fire has been extinguished, ashes can be spread around to ensure there are no hot spots still burning. If there are, start the extinguishing process over again.

A night around the fire pit is a summertime tradition in many households. Safety must be as much a part of such traditions as s’mores.

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