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Day Tripping | Page 6

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Lakes Region Memorial Day Observances

By Kathi Caldwell-Hopper Memorial Day is a time when observances honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice, giving us the many freedoms we enjoy today.

Historically, Memorial Day was once known as Decoration Day. It has always been a time to honor and remember the fallen who served our country, whether 100 or more years ago or today, or at any time in the history of the United States.

Due to the pandemic, observances are a bit different this year, with some towns choosing to hold a program but not having a parade. Nevertheless, a number of Memorial Day observances are taking place around the area, including the events listed here.

Memorial Day observances in Laconia will take place on Monday, May 31. There will be a Memorial Day Remembrance at 11 am at Veteran’s Square in downtown Laconia. The observance will include a speaker.

After the observances, the VFW Post #1670, located at 143 Court Street, will serve a complimentary luncheon.

Those wishing further information should call 603-524-9725.

The American Legion Post #33 will hold observances on Monday, May 31 starting at 8 am at Oakland Cemetery in Meredith Center. This will be followed by a gathering at the Meredith Village Cemetery at 9 am and then a stop at the Meredith Public Library at 10 am. The American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary and Sons of the Legion will

participate.

Following the closing of the program, the public is invited to a free, light luncheon at the Meredith American L e g i o n Post #33 on Plymouth Street in Meredith.

F o r information, please call 603-2798503.

Gilford observances will be held on Monday, May 31 with parade participants gathering in the parking lot of the Gilford Community Church on Potter Hill Road at 9:45 am. The parade will proceed to the WWI/WWII Memorial and Pine Grove Cemetery, where Rev. Michael Graham will lead a prayer; there will be a Pledge of Allegiance and wreath laying. All veterans are invited to participate in the parade; an antique firetruck will be available so that disabled veterans requiring rides can be in the parade.

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Wolfeboro’s observance will be on Monday, May 31. According to American Legion Post #18 Adjutant Paul Vivian, veteran’s graves in Wolfeboro and Tuftonboro will be decorated with the help of the ( Wo l f e b o r o ) Boy Scouts.

The annual Wo l f e b o r o ceremony will begin at 9:45 am at Wo l f e b o r o ’s dockside area in the downtown. The flag will be lowered to half-staff, there will be a gun firing and a Boy Scout bugler. The Ladies Auxiliary will place flower petals in the water, and Adjutant Vivian stresses the observance will be low-key this year due to the pandemic.

(CDC rules will be followed). For information call Paul at 703-798-8978.

A May 31 Memorial Day ceremony will be held at the American Legion Post 72, located at 164 Wolfeboro Highway in Alton. The ceremony

will be at 11 am at the flagpole. For information, call 603-875-3461.

The village of Sandwich will feature a Memorial Day gathering on Monday, May 31. At 10 am, the program will begin at the veteran’s memorial area flagpole next to the Post Office in Center Sandwich. At the event, there will be a prayer, wreath laying, a speaker, and music.

Bristol’s Memorial Day will be held on May 31 and will step off at 9:30 am at the Freudenberg-NOK parking lot on Route 104 and proceed to Homeland Cemetery for prayers, wreath laying, and other observances. Participants then go to the Musgrove Bridge on Pleasant Street to place a wreath in the water for servicemen who lost their lives at sea. The parade will proceed up Lake Street to the Newfound Middle School and end with a ceremony there.

There will be speeches, wreath laying, National Anthem and selections played by the school band. Call 603-744-2713 for details.

On Monday, May 31 the V.F.W. Memorial Day Service will take place in Ossipee on the lawn in front of the town hall. Plans were being organized as of press time; call 603-539-4181 for updates.

Franklin will observe Memorial Day on May 31 with a service at the memorial area across the street from the high school; call the Franklin VFW at 603-934-9869 for information.

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Scenic Mill Falls Marketplace in Meredith, NH will come alive with color, flavor, and music for the 29th Annual Memorial Weekend Craft Festival on May 29, 30 and 31 (Memorial Day).

Over 100 juried craftsmen and artisans from all over New England will display their American-made works, including fine jewelry, folk art, quilts, aerial photography, fiber arts, wood burning, leather, ornaments, soy candles, floral design, turned wood, scarves, wearable art, pottery, personal care products, tie dye, dolls, furniture, decoupage, placemats, sheepskin accessories, wildlife photography, beaded jewelry, handbags, toys, photo art, wall hangings, pet treats and accessories, porcelain, flame colorant, painted stemware, up-cycled items, lanterns, herbal products, sterling silver jewelry, mixed media,

Expect to see beautiful antique vehicles that will promise a little car envy, at the first Annual Wolfeboro Lions Club Car Show, which will take place on Saturday, July 3, from 11 am to 2 pm at The Nick, 10 Trotting Track Rd., Wolfeboro.

The show is free and open to the public.

Organizers invite antique car owners to showcase their 1975 and older vehicles in a fun, non-judged, no classes show. This is a show and shine event; pre-registration is not required, but those wish-

sports apparel, classical music, plush, doll clothes, landscape photography and much more.

Come and sample a variety of specialty foods such as Kettle Corn, salsa, herbal dips, gourmet oils, vinegars, maple goods, specialty coffee, BBQ sauces, candied nuts, pickles, jams, jellies, baked goods and more.

The fair is held rain or shine, free admission and friendly pets on a leash are welcome.

Mill Falls Marketplace is located directly on Route 3 in Meredith, NH (312 Daniel Webster Highway). From Route 93 take Exit 23 or arrive by boat on Lake Winnipesaukee.

The festival will take place on Saturday 10 am to 6 pm, Sunday 10 am to 5 pm and Monday (Memorial Day) 10 am to 4 pm. Food sales benefit the Lakes Region Altrusa Club.

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By Kathi Caldwell-Hopper Perhaps the pandemic has made me overly emotional, although I doubt if anyone visiting the Wright Museum of World War II on Center Street in Wolfeboro would not experience some strong feelings.

When I recently visited, it was to see the current exhibits titled “WASP: The Untold Story” and “Women and the War Effort:

Recruiting Posters of World War II”. Both exhibits are on view until June 10.

I did not get out much during the 2020/2021 pandemic, and like many people, I felt a bit isolated.

And so I decided to revisit the Wright Museum, one of my all-time favorite places. With parents who were just married during World War II, they talked often about that time

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This is where the words “the my emotional bomb”. I never feelings started, realized, until and it came from I felt the fear glancing up at and confusion the doorway to brought on by the the exhibit. “Oh recent pandemic, how sparkly!” how the times we I thought to live in can affect myself when us for the rest of seeing an area our lives. of silver hanging Because I had above. Curious, World War II-era I looked at it parents, I have more closely always felt an and realized the affinity for the silver curtain Wright Museum. was actually dog It takes me back, in a sense, to the Poster from the Wright Museum exhibit. tags. I felt sad from the impact time my parents those hanging lived through. tags had on me.

I read information And so, a chance to view the on the wall that told me the 1,203 exhibit, which focuses on the many blank dog tags were a “stark visual contributions made by American reminder honoring the bravery women during the war years, was and sacrifice of the servicemen of interest. from New Hampshire who never Entering the museum on a returned from WWII. The dog tags weekday in mid-May, I was eager have no names on them and you to see the exhibit. First, I chatted with a museum employee and a can’t discern what race they were or whether they were Democrats or volunteer; both were welcoming Republicans, or Jews or Muslims, and knowledgeable. They told me a Protestants or Catholics – the one bit about what was planned for the thing that is important to remember upcoming season and then invited is that they were all Americans me to go through the war vehicle united in common struggle to room. (To call the huge space a “room” seems wrong because it is • Day Tripping Continued on page 8 full of actual World War II jeeps

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preserve the freedoms we enjoy today.” It was a powerful visual and I challenge anyone who sees these tags to not become emotional.

On the second level, I entered the large exhibit room, where the women in the war posters and photos is on display. First on my tour was the WASP: The Untold Story exhibit, curated by the National WASP Museum, Sweetwater, Texas.

(WASP stands for Women Airforce Service Pilots.) Information tells the viewer something we probably already assumed: World War II changed so much for women.

Prior to the war, women were not allowed to join the military except as nurses. After the U.S. entered the war in 1942, Congress passed a law allowing women to serve in certain military roles, although they were not drafted. Women could, at that time, fill non-combat roles, which freed men for overseas duty.

The Women’s Army Corps (WACS) and the Navy and Marine Corps as well as the Coast Guard, all formed in 1942. But at that time, the Air Force did not accept women into its ranks. However, when men were overseas and planes needed to be delivered from the factories to military bases, the most sensible way was to fly them to the bases.

Without male pilots available, the

Air Force turned to women to pilot the planes. The idea was that if a woman had a private pilot’s license, she could receive further training from the Air Force to fly various military aircraft. In 1943, the Women’s Airforce Service Pilots (or WASPs) was formed.

After initial training, the women lived at and got more training at Avenger Field in Sweetwater, Texas. The exhibit shows us the sometimes difficult conditions and such facts as at first, the females had to wear men’s military clothing and use men’s equipment. The public and military could also be sexist, and WASPs felt the sting of being treated poorly at times.

Among the many photos in the exhibit, one I found particularly poignant was a black-and-white image of two women with their backs to the camera, gazing over a Texas field as the sun set. One could feel their loneliness and all the emotions the uncertainty of war and being away from loved ones could cause.

The exhibit shows us the strength and courage of these female pilots, the things they did to pass the time and how they lived in Texas.

You can see the closeness of the women, as they played games, socialized and worked together.

These women also were very skilled pilots, and their war time contributions should never be

overlooked.

In the museum I also found the poster exhibit to be fascinating. This was the stuff of World War II public relations and the posters were a sort of news method to get the word out about aiding the war effort. A colorful array of posters promoted war nurses and the WAVES. One poster of a little girl with a headline of “wish I could join too” as she gazes at a photo of a female officer, urged the viewer to “Serve your country in the WAVES.” Another poster invites the viewer to “become a nurse” with a delightful color photo of a young woman with her nurse’s cap being straightened by someone with American flag cuffs.

The war-era posters told us, through their brightly colored, eyecatching photos, to become a nurse, or join the WACS. As I toured the exhibit, I was reminded of all these people endured. Our recent pandemic worry has given me but a taste of living through tough times. I glanced at other museum goers, mostly the elderly and wondered what their remembrances might be. One visitor, dressed in a crisp white shirt and his military hat, was wheeled around the museum exhibit by a woman and I felt tears come into my eyes when I heard him tell her, “this was the best day I’ve had in a long time.”

A visit to the Wright Museum might be a pastime for some, but for those who served in a war, it is much more than a mere visit.

If you go to the museum – and I recommend you do – take your time and see everything from the time tunnel to the military vehicles to the exhibits taking place. If you happen to overhear the comments or remembrances of a veteran touring the museum, be prepared to feel some emotion, the biggest of which will be gratitude for their service.

The past year with its pandemic worries has been a long one. But as I finished my tour of the Wright Museum, I realized it was not the pandemic that made me emotional.

It was instead the things I saw, the service of the veterans and average American citizens, like my parents, that made me realize all they sacrificed, as Memorial Day will soon come around, The Wright Museum is open daily until October 31 from 10 am to 4 pm, Monday to Saturday and from noon to 4 pm on Sunday. The museum is located at 77 Center Street in Wolfeboro. Call 603-5691212 or visit www.wrightmuseum. org. for information and a list of events.

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NH Outside with Emma When and how do you prune an overgrown forsythia?

By Emma Erler Forsythia is a favorite shrub in the spring landscape with its cheery yellow flowers that bloom before most other trees and shrubs. Forsythia bloom is one of the first hopeful signs of spring, which is undoubtedly why it is so widely planted.

However, though breathtaking in the spring, forsythia shrubs can become an overgrown mess if they are not regularly pruned. Forsythia grows very quickly in an unkempt fashion, sending out suckers and uprightarching branches in every direction.

Since the flowers are the only notable ornamental feature, it is important to prune at the right time of year in order to maximize bloom.

Forsythia produces flower buds on current season’s growth, so if you want to maximize the flower show, prune shrubs shortly after they finish flowering. All pruning should be completed before mid-July in order to give plants enough time to put on new growth and develop flower buds.

Pruning is often regarded as one of the most intimidating aspects of gardening, but pruning forsythia should not cause too much anxiety. Because it is such a fast-growing shrub, pruning errors are hardly permanent and can

be corrected in subsequent years.

Nonetheless, pruning will be most beneficial to the shrub if it is done with thoughtful intent.

Tools Used to Prune Forsythia Proper pruning starts by choosing the right tools for the job. Pruning shears (hand pruners) can be used on branches that are up to a half-inch in diameter.

Because they work like scissors, hand pruners are the most efficient tool for

cutting small branches. It can also be helpful to have a quality pair of loppers on hand to cut stems that are up to an inch in diameter. A small pruning saw is useful for slightly larger branches. Hedging shears should never be necessary on forsythia. Although shearing is faster than hand pruning, selective hand pruning with the other tools mentioned is much better for the plant and more attractive.

How to Prune Forsythia An overgrown forsythia can be pruned in a couple of ways. One option is to remove a third of the oldest branches shortly after flowering in the first year, followed by half in the second year and the remainder in the third year. Cut branches as close to the ground as possible to encourage new growth to emerge from the base. Use this approach if the forsythia serves as a screen or an important backdrop in the garden. A more severe approach is to cut all of the branches to the ground and let the shrub resprout. This type of total rejuvenation can be done every three to four years in order to keep growth in check and achieve the tidiest possible look to the shrub.

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‘Cue The Grill Welcome Warm Weather Grilling

By Chef Kelly Ross Some say the start of summer is July 4th, but I don’t agree. Summer is short enough, so why not add another month to it by starting it the end of May? The official start of summer also means getting the grill cranked up and grilling until Columbus Day. Barring a monsoon outside, I grill 6-7 nights a week during summer. It’s cheaper than running the oven every day, and most people do not want to heat up the house during summertime.

As a result, today’s recipes will include an appetizer or two, a great summer salad, and a slew of main course specialties, so let’s get at it!

I’m a wing fanatic. I can easily eat wings daily and I know of at least a hundred wing recipes. When getting wings in a restaurant, they are deep fried to crispy and then tossed in the sauce of choice. There are times I fry my wings at home, but I prefer to grill them crispy and sauce them generously.

Today’s Wing du Jour is a batch many of us like to call Firecracker Wings.

They aren’t really hot, but they do have a spicy, tangy flavor. It’s a dry rub on these wings as opposed to the usual wet. Where these are done dry, they are quicker and simpler to prepare. This recipe is for 24 whole wings, about

5 lbs., with both sections of the wing intact. This recipe feeds 4-6+ people.

Grilled Firecracker Wings 24 whole wings, tips tucked under the opposite end, which forms the wings into triangles ¼ cup chili powder 3 tsp dried oregano leaves 2 ½ tsp ground red pepper 2 tsp salt 2 tsp ground cumin 2 tsp black pepper Carrots & celery sticks Bleu cheese dressing, ranch dressing or sour cream for dipping Place all ingredients, other than the chicken, vegetables and dipping sauces into a large Ziploc bag and shake well to combine. Place the folded wings into the bag, seal it, and shake well to thoroughly coat the wings. Refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes and no longer than 24 hours - the longer the better. Preheat your grill to medium and spray the grill well, as the chicken will stick quite a bit otherwise. Remove the chicken from the fridge 1/2 hour prior to grilling. Gently pull the wings from the bag and put directly onto the grill. Close the lid and cook for 10-12 minutes, flip the chicken wings, close the lid again, and cook for another 12 minutes or so. Rip the biggest wing

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open to make sure they are done. Once finished, break out the dips and veggies and some empty bowls for the bones.

I am going to share one more wing recipe, and this is a classic and simple, but easy one. This is a take-off on a combo of two outstanding flavors that combine so well. This recipe is for the same amount of wings as the last recipe, and again will easily feed 4-6+ of you.

Salt & Vinegar Wings 24 whole wings, tips tucked under the opposite end, which forms the wings into triangles Just under ½ cup white vinegar ¼ cup Old Bay Seasoning 1 tsp salt Carrots & celery sticks Bleu cheese dressing In a large bowl, dump in the Old Bay Seasoning and toss in the folded wings. Toss the bowl in such a way that the wings get coated well with the seasoning. Preheat the grill to medium and spray well with pan release spray.

Place the wings on the preheated grill, close the lid and cook for 10-12 minutes. Turn them over and repeat the entire process until they are done. Put the vinegar and salt in a different large bowl, add the salt and vinegar, drop the wings in, and again toss the bowl in such a way to coat the wings. Bust out the dipping sauce and veggies and go for it.

Let’s get into something a bit more civilized…a beautiful, colorful and delicious summer salad. This works great for just a few of you at home or if you want to make a huge version for a “pot luck”, this will be popular

regardless of the gathering. The salad is outstanding as is the homemade poppy seed dressing that accompanies it. The dressing also works well with salads and wings too. Double or triple the dressing recipe of if you want extra in your fridge. This salad will feed 6 of you.

Spinach Strawberry Salad with Balsamic Poppy Seed Dressing The Salad ¾ cups raw pecans ½ red onion, sliced 10 oz fresh baby spinach, or a 50/50 blend of spinach and arugula 1 quart strawberries, hulled and quartered 1 cup solid feta cheese - crumble the cheese yourself for good quality and texture Poppy Seed Dressing ¼ cup balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp olive oil 1 ½ tbsp poppy seeds 1 ½ tbsp honey ½ tsp Dijon mustard ½ tsp kosher salt ¼ tsp black pepper Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

Spread the pecans in a single layer on an ungreased baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes or until the pecans are fragrant and the center of a pecan is tanned inside when broken in half.

Make sure you babysit these as they can burn up in a heartbeat if you don’t pay attention. Transfer to a cutting board and give them a rough chop. Do not over chop. Put the sliced onions in a bowl and cover the onions with • ‘Cue the Grill continued on page 17

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Please call ahead for all event listings for updates and COVID-19 restrictions. Information and schedules subject to change.

Through May, Pandemic Puddle Portraits of Our City on the Lakes, Mon.Fri. 9 am-5 pm, Lobby Gallery, Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, 524-8813.

Through June 1, Country Village Quilters’ Guild Display, 4 Holland St., Moultonboro Public Library, display in library programs room, info: 476-8895, www.moultonboroughlibrary.org.

Through June 10, WASP: The Untold Story, exhibit, Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, info: wrightmuseum.org, 569-1212.

Through June 10, Women and the War Effort: Recruiting Posters of WWII, exhibit, Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, info: wrightmuseum.org, 569-1212.

Through June 24, Thursday Painting Outdoors with Acacia Rogers, 7-wk. outdoor painting course, 10:30 am-2 pm, info/register: AcaciaRogersArt@ gmail.com.

Treat yourself to something special you can also SHOP ON LINE at meredith.nhcrafts.org Mon - Sat: 10 AM - 5 PM, Sun: 12 PM - 5 PM 279 DW Hwy. • Meredith • 603-279-7920 • Meredith.NHCrafts.org Like us on Facebook so you can see other beautiful things made

by NH’s finest artists ~www.facebook.com/nhcraft

May 25, Emotional Self Defense: Building Resiliency Through Mindfulness, 6:30-8:30 pm, via Zoom, presenter Liz Korabek-Emerson, Moultonboro Public Library, info: 476-8895, www.moultonboroughlibrary.org.

May 25, Outdoor Story Time, 10:30-11:30 am, Cook Memorial Library, 93 Main St., Tamworth, www.tamworthlibrary.org.

May 29, Build Your Own: Compost System, learn about composting, 10 am-noon, Prescott Farm, White Oaks Rd., Laconia, adult workshop, $50 nonmembers; $30 members, register: www.prescottfarm.org, 366-5695, info@ prescottfarm.org.

May 29, Opening Day, NH Boat Museum, 399 Center St., Wolfeboro, 5694554, www.nhbm.org.

May 29, Outdoor Summer Kick Off, 7-10 pm, serving bbq chicken at 5:30 pm, Franklin VFW Post #1698, featuring Saxx Roxx, 26 Peabody Place, Franklin, 934-9869.

May 29, Summer Concert Series, 7-10 pm Sat. nights, outside, Organized Chaos band, book a table for your favorite band, Full Belli Bar & Grill, 24 Kingswood Rd., Wolfeboro, 569-9869.

Mill Falls

29th Annual Memorial Weekend

CRAFT FAIR Route 3, Meredith, NH Saturday May 29, 10 am - 6 pm Sunday May 30, 10 am - 5 pm Monday May 31, 10 am - 4 pm

~ Over 100 Juried Craftsmen ~ Come and Meet the Artisans

Celebrate American Made Works by Hand Photography, Country Woodcrafts, Pottery, Soaps, Folk Art, Handbags, Fine Jewelry, Lamps, Pet Gifts, Cutting Boards, Clay, Wood Burning, Candles, Floral, Wearable Art, Leather, Painted Glass, Marquetry, Pillows, Fleece, Quilts, Scarves, Lanterns, Batik, Fret Work, Vintage Chic, Growth Charts, Nuts, Hot Sauces, Herbal Dips, Wine Slushy Mix, Honey, Oils, Kettle Corn, Cannoli and More.

Free Admission ~ Rain or Shine

Directions from Route 93 take Exit 23 or come by boat www.castleberryfairs.com

May 29, Wakefield Town Wide Yard Sale, 8 am-2 pm, Wakefield and Brookfield homes/businesses holding individual sales, info: 522-9977, www. wakefieldnh.myrec.com.

May 29-30, Memorial Day Weekend Craft Fair, Schouler Park, 1 Norcross Circle (in front of Scenic Railroad), Rte. 16, North Conway, both days 10 am-5 pm, 100 exhibitors, 528-4014, rain or shine, held under canopies, friendly, leashed pets welcome, www.joycescraftshows.com.

May 29-30, Park Play Festival, 3 pm, presented by Powerhouse Theatre Collaborative with Community Players of Concord, short original plays, free, public welcome, Belknap Mill, held in Rotary Park, Beacon St. East, Laconia, 524-8813, www.belknapmill.org.

May 29-31, 29th Annual Memorial Day Weekend Craft Festival, over 100 booths of handmade arts, crafts, specialty foods, live music, free admission, rain or shine, Sat. 10 am-6 pm, Sun. 10 am-5 pm, Mon. 10 am-4 pm, Mill Falls Marketplace, Meredith, www.castleberryfairs.com.

May 31, Bristol Memorial Day Parade, steps off at 9:30 am at FreudenbergNok parking lot, Rt. 104, Bristol proceeds to Homeland Cemetery for observances, goes to Newfound Middle School, Lake St., Bristol, 7442713.

May 31, Gilford Memorial Day Observances/Parade, starts at 9:45 am at Gilford Community Church parking lot, proceeds to Pine Grove Cemetery for program, 527-4700.

May 31, Memorial Day Remembrance, 11 am, Veteran’s Square, Laconia, 524-9725.

May 31, V.F.W. Memorial Day Service, takes place in Ossipee on the lawn in front of the town hall. Plans were being organized as of press time; call 603539-4181 for updates.

May 31, Sandwich Memorial Day observance, 10 am, veteran’s memorial area next to post office, Center Sandwich.

May 31, Wolfeboro Memorial Day Observance, 9:45 am at town docks, downtown Wolfeboro, info: 703-798-8978.

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Start Your Day Off Over Easy BREAKFAST & LUNCH - MADE FRESH DAILY

Grab breakfast or lunch at The Farmer’s Kitchen. We use only the freshest ingredients for our homemade creations.

Come by today to try our:

June 1, Virtual Ecology Series: Kettle of One, 7 pm, join Harris Center land program manager Erick Masterson for Zoom talk about Kettle of One ride from NH to Mexico, free, advance registration is must: 968-9174, www.nhnature. org.

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June 1, Outdoor Story Time, 10:30-11:30 am, Cook Memorial Library, 93 Main St., Tamworth, www.tamworthlibrary.org.

June 1-30, June Featured Artist, George Merrill displaying unique artwork at NH Boat Museum, 399 Center St., Wolfeboro, 569-4554, www.nhbm.org; see Merrill’s work at http://drydockdesigns.com.

June 4, Catfish Howl band concert, 6-8 pm, presented by Belknap Mill, held in Rotary Park, Beacon St. East, Laconia, free, 524-8813, www.belknapmill. org.

June 4, First Friday Art Night, noon-7 pm, Artworks, 132 NH Rt. 16, Chocorua, view creative works by local artists, www.chocoruaartworks.com, 323-8041.

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June 4, 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.

June 4, Open Air Reception at ArtWorks Gallery, 5-8 pm, public welcome, masked and distanced, celebration of the arts, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, 323-8041, www.chocoruaArtworks.com..

June 4-7, NAZ AquaMarina Boat Show, boats, water toys, music, food, Naswa Resort, Weirs Boulevard, Weirs Beach, 366-4341, www.naswa.com.

June 5, Alton Town Wide Yard Sale, locations all over the town, 8 am-2 pm, maps available with sale locations on May 25, info: 875-0109.

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 80-minute train rides along the Pemigewasset River from Lincoln to Lower Woodstock Village and back!

Hobo Junction Station: 64 Railroad Street, Lincoln, NH

June 5, Fred Marple comedy show – One Man, Half a Wit, 7:30 pm, Franklin Opera House, 316 Central St., Franklin, info/tickets: 934-1901.

June 5, Giant Water Bugs to Copepods: Upper Pond Exploration, 10-11:30 am, ages 5 & up, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, 968-9174, www.nhnature.org.

June 5, Kainen M. Flynn Memorial Fishing Derby, 8 am, join members of Gilford Police Relief Assoc. for free fishing event, kids under age 16 fish without a fee or license for the event, food prizes, Gunstock Mt. Resort, 179 Cherry Valley Rd., Gilford, info: 293-4341.

LIVE MUSIC IS BACK IN THE LAKES REGION!

June 5, Plant Sale, 9 am-1 pm, takes place at KAB School, Friends of Cook Memorial Library and Carroll County Altrusa Fundraiser, plants for sale and calendar raffle, www.tamworthlibrary.org.

Join Great Waters in celebrating over 25 years of amazing performances with a new series Concerts in the Clouds in partnership with the Castle in the Clouds.

June 5, Soapmaking 101: Layered Soap, 10 am-1 pm, adult workshop, Prescott Farm, White Oaks Rd., Laconia, register: www.prescottfarm.org, 3665695, info@prescottfarm.org.

June 5, Summer Concert Series, 7-10 pm Sat. nights, outside, Wooden Nickels band, book a table for your favorite band, Full Belli Bar & Grill, 24 Kingswood Rd., Wolfeboro, 569-9869.

June 5-6, Granite State Title Series, Hydroplane Race, 8 am-4 pm, join South Shore Outboard Assoc. and NH Boat Museum at Milton Town Beach, 832 White Mt. Highway, Milton for the hydroplane race, family event, NH Boat Museum, 569-4554, www.nhbm.org.

June 5-12, Landscape Painting Class with Ann Xavier, 10 am-noon, League of NH Craftsmen – Fine Craft Gallery, 279 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, pre-register: 279-7920.

June 8, Breeding Bird Census, session 1: 5:30-8:30 am; session 2: 8-9:30 am, teen and adult program, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, free, advance registration is a must: 968-9174, www.nhnature.org.

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June 8, Outdoor Story Time, 10:30-11:30 am, Cook Memorial Library, 93 Main St., Tamworth, www.tamworthlibrary.org.

June 11, 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.

To ensure your safety and enjoyment, all shows will be held outdoors at Castle in the Clouds.

Socially distanced tent and lawn seating available.

June 12, 15th Annual Peter Makris Memorial Run, Naswa Resort, Weirs Boulevards, Weirs Beach, 366-4341, www.naswa.com.

Visit our website to buy tickets at GreatWaters.org or call (603) 569-7710. Follow us @GreatWatersNH

June 12, Giant Water Bugs to Copepods: Upper Pond Exploration, 1011:30 am, ages 5 & up, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, 968-9174, www.nhnature.org.

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ONGOING

Art to You with Larry Frates, free virtual cartooning lesson, Tuesdays at 1:30 pm, Belknap Mill, Laconia, on Facebook Live, 524-8813.

ArtWorks Gallery & Fine Crafts, starting June 4: open Friday through Monday; 10 am-5 pm, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, artworks4us2@gmail.com, 3238041, www.chocoruaartworks.com, ask about summer classes and events.

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

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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.

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 Cruises, 1 pm daily, 90 minute trip, advance reservations required/ticket purchase: www.nhnature.org, 968-7194.

Freedom Gallery, artwork/exhibits by area artists, 8 Elm St, Freedom, info: 610-762-2493.

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.

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

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, 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, 9980029.

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.

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

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Mount Washington Observatory Weather Discovery Center, interactive science museum, virtual programs only during Covid-19, science of climate and weather, 2779 White Mt. Highway, N. Conway, 356-2137, www. mountwashington.org.

Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, Laconia, trails open for hiking. Prescott Farm is located at 928 White Oaks Road in Laconia; www. prescottfarm.org.

Quincy Bog Natural Area, 131 Quincy Bog Rd., Rumney, open to public, take the nature trail around the bog, please respect rules to protect animals and bog environment, free, info: www.quincybog.org.

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

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Sculpture Walk, self-guided tour of sculpture locations around downtown Meredith, sponsored by Greater Meredith Program, free, maps/info: 279-9015.

Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, nature exhibits, live animals and birds in natural enclosures along the trail, open daily from 9:30 am-5 pm, 23 Science Center Rd., Holderness, 968-7194, www.nhnature.org.

Wolfeboro Outdoor Farmers Market, every Thurs. until Oct. 28, 12:30-4:30 pm, Clark Park, 233 S. Main St., Wolfeboro, fresh veggies, flowers, handmade goods and more, info: www.wolfeborofarmersmarket.com.

May 24, 2021 | THE LAKER | Page 17 • ‘Cue the Grill continued from page 12 cold water. This helps to mellow the onions. As for the dressing, I dump all ingredients into a quart size Mason jar, seal it and shake well. Refrigerate it.

For the salad, place all the spinach in a large bowl. Add the strawberries. Drain the onions very well and add them.

Drizzle half the dressing over the salad and toss well to coat the leaves. Add the feta and pecans. Toss again. Serve immediately with the extra dressing on the side for those who may want more.

Let’s talk some great steak recipes.

This first one utilizes my all-time favorite cut of steak: the ribeye. It has just enough fat content in the marbling to give it the best flavor of any cut, bar none. I’ll admit I have no interest in eating a grilled hunk of fat, but when included into the marbling, it creates so much additional flavor. This recipe is for 6 melt-in-your-mouth steaks.

Grilled Rib Eyes with Mojo Sauce 1 ¼ tsp whole cumin seeds ¼ cup minced garlic cloves, about 6 of them 1 fresh Serrano chili, seeded and minced, about 1 tbsp and a tsp Coarse salt 3 tbsp fresh squeezed orange juice 2 tbsp orange zest ½ cup olive oil 3 tbsp fresh squeezed lime juice, 2-3 limes 2 tbsp fresh squeezed lemon juice ¾ cup chopped fresh flat leaf parsley Fresh grind black pepper 6 rib eyes, about 16-20 oz each and 1-inch thick Let’s start with the Mojo sauce: Toast

cumin seeds in a dry small skillet over high heat, swirling pan occasionally, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Grind cumin seeds, garlic, chili, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt with a mortar and pestle until mixture forms a coarse paste.

(Be careful not to touch your hands to your eyes or face when handling the chili.) Transfer to a small bowl. Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Pour over chili mixture. Let cool completely. Stir in juices, orange zest, and parsley; season with pepper. Sauce can be refrigerated, covered, until ready to use, up to 2 days (bring sauce to room temperature before serving).

Heat grill to medium. Season the rib eyes with salt and pepper. Grill, turning once, until cooked to desired doneness, 3 to 5 minutes per side for mediumrare. Serve with the Mojo sauce.

We are on a steak roll, so let’s keep that theme going strong. This steak recipe is accompanied by a Vidalia onion relish. Vidalia’s are so sweet and delicious and always my “go to” onion. I usually use a NY Sirloin for the recipe, but the choice of steak is yours. This recipe is for 4 steaks.

NY Sirloins with a Vidalia Relish 3 Vidalia onions, peeled and quartered 2 tbsp olive oil 4 NY Sirloin steaks, 14-16 oz each ½ tsp kosher salt ½ tsp fresh grind pepper ¼ cup chopped black olives ¾ cup chopped green olives 2 tbsp capers drained and rinsed 1 tsp dried oregano Preheat grill to medium-high heat on one side and low on the other. Place onions on a piece of aluminum foil and

drizzle with olive oil. Fold the foil so it encloses the onions. Wrap with another piece of foil. When the grill is ready, place the onion packet on the grate over indirect low heat. Cook, covered, until the onions are tender, about 20 to 30 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool. While they cool, turn the entire grill to medium-high. Brush the grill with vegetable oil. Season the steaks with salt and pepper and place on the grill. Cook, covered, until deeply browned on the outside and rare inside, about 5 to 6 minutes per side. Transfer the steaks to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes. While the steak cooks, prepare the relish. Drain any juices from the onion packet into a medium bowl, then chop the onions and add them to the bowl. Stir in both kinds of olives, capers, and oregano. To serve, pop them on a platter and cover the steaks with the relish.

I’m going to end today with another great chicken recipe, although not wings this time around. This time I’m talking thighs, which to me, other than wings, is my favorite part of the chicken. It’s always moist, and with a ton more flavor than the breast and legs.

This recipe is for 12 bone-in thighs, so depending on your crowd and what you are adding for side dishes, this should feed 3-4 of you for sure.

Cranberry Balsamic Chicken Thighs 12 bone-in, skin-on thighs 1 ½ tsp salt, divided ¾ tsp fresh grind black pepper

2 tbsp olive oil 4 ½ cups cranberries, thawed if frozen ¾ cup balsamic vinegar ½ cup honey 3 tsp chopped fresh thyme, plus more for garnish Sprinkle chicken with ¾ teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Heat the welloiled grill to medium high. Add the chicken, skin-side down; reduce heat to medium and cook, undisturbed, until golden brown, about 7 minutes. Flip them. On one side of the grill, or in the kitchen, in a sauté pan, add the oil, honey, vinegar and thyme to the pan and then add the cranberries and cook over a medium to high heat, stirring occasionally. If the chicken is done before the cranberry concoction, pull the meat from the grill. The cranberries should be somewhat breaking down and the mix should be hot. Increase the heat, add the remaining salt and cook until the sauce has thickened. If the chicken has been off the grill very long, pop them back on over a low heat to help them out. Serve the chicken on a platter and dump the sauce right over the chicken. Wicked good my friends!

Let’s hope for some great Memorial Day weekend weather. Keep your taste buds happy and remember that if anyone cares to touch base with any questions or feedback, e-mail me at fenwaysox10@gmail.com.

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Order Online for New Hampshire Jewish Food Festival The 2021 New Hampshire Jewish Food Festival continues with its 2020 virtual format, but with a greatly expanded menu and some additional surprises. The talented culinary teams of Temple B’nai Israel (TBI) in Laconia have been cooking and baking in the temple kitchen, preparing hundreds of servings of the most delectable foods and baking the most popular desserts. This is the once-a-year opportunity to place orders for your favorite Jewish foods. Items will be available for ordering beginning June 1 at www. tbinh.org.

New for 2021 is the offering of a custom deli sandwich “Picnic Pack” made up of fresh, ready-to-eat items.

The pack includes one Pullman style (rectangular shape) loaf of Jewish style rye bread. Your choice of three

deli meats in ½ lb. packages. (Mix and Match - 1.5 lbs. in total)-Corned beef, Tongue, or Black Pastrami (Boston style). Six crispy green half sour pickles fresh from the barrel, two pints of freshly prepared homemade coleslaw, one container of handmade deli style horseradish mustard and 1 lb. of home-baked Rugelach for dessert. Picnic Packs are a great way to take the Jewish Food Festival from “dining under the tent” on temple grounds to dining at the park, the beach, on the boat or at home.

Along with the new Picnic Pack offering, the Jewish Food Festival’s main menu includes the homemade traditional Jewish style foods that everyone craves but is hard to find in this part of New Hampshire. Most items are sold frozen in multi-packs

with instructions for heating at home.

The brisket is slow-cooked and available in half pound packages with savory gravy.

Evan’s Deli of Marblehead, MA supplies the corned beef, pastrami, and tongue, sold fresh also in halfpound packages. The matzah ball soup is made from a rich homemade chicken broth and topped with fluffy matzo balls and carrots, just like Bubbie (Grandma) used to make.

The TBI kitchen “mavens” (experts) create amazing extra-crispy potato latkes. The blintzes are lightly fried crepes and filled with a mixture of farmer’s and cream cheese.

The knishes are authentic “New York Style” with a flaky pastry crust filled with hand-ground beef brisket or a mixture of potato and onion.

One of the most requested items is an 8-in. square pan of noodle Kugel, the ultimate comfort food. Medium-width noodles are baked in a sweet cream custard, topped with cinnamon-frosted flake crumbs.

If chopped chicken liver or chopped herring is what you have been craving for the last year, wait no more, as these items will be available, freshly prepared and refrigerated. Included on the menu are the best of the traditional Jewish desserts - Rugelach, Strudel, and Hamantaschen. Finally, returning for 2021, homemade Challah breads straight from the Challah bakers’ ovens.

Place orders for your favorite foods at www.tbinh.org., from June 1-27. Orders will be prepared and ready for pick up, at the Temple, July 30, 31 and August 1.

Comprised of museums throughout eastern New Hampshire, the New Hampshire Heritage Museum Trail will launch a Trail Passport Program on June 1, which will provide access to all 18 member institutions.

“We are excited to launch this program,” said Trail President Jeff Barraclough. “We hope it provides an opportunity for people to see many of the remarkable museums

throughout New Hampshire they might not see otherwise.”

Sponsored by the Bank of New Hampshire, the Trail Passport provides buyers with one free admission ticket to each of the museums that are part of the museum trail. Passports (valued at $150) will be sold at all participating museums for only $25. The passport can be used for an entire year starting from the date of purchase and will include

brief summaries of the museums, organized by location and category that can be stamped upon entry.

“This is an incredible savings for people,” added Barraclough. “We look forward to seeing new faces this year throughout The Trail.”

Formed in 2014 as a way to share resources and better promote their respective collections, programs and events, The NH Heritage Museum Trail

is divided into the Seacoast, Merrimack Valley and Lakes Region. Member institutions are located in Canterbury, Concord, Dover, Exeter, Laconia, Loudon, Manchester, Moultonborough, Plymouth, Portsmouth, Tamworth and Wolfeboro.

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Stewardship Day at C.C. Browne Woods in Chocorua Stewardship with a view of Mount Chocorua and trails to wander afterward. Come spend a morning in a beautiful place nurturing fruiting shrubs that in turn provide food and habitat for wildlife.

Please join the Chocorua Lake Conservancy (CLC) on Wednesday, May 26 from 9 to 11:30 am for a Stewardship Day at C.C. Browne Woods on Washington Hill Road in Chocorua.

Participants will be weeding around fruiting shrubs CLC planted there to improve habitat for wildlife, and mulching them to help retain moisture when the weather is dry. Thanks to funding from the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the CLC was able not only to plant fruiting shrubs but also to place nest boxes for bluebirds on the site. Come to see if the bluebirds are nesting, and learn how the CLC is working to enhance wildlife habitat on some of its properties.

Please bring a shovel, long-handed clippers, loppers, hand saws, a brush cutter, or other tools, if you are able, as well as work gloves and a mask, and water and snacks if you like. The group will work far enough apart to allow for social distancing, but close enough to have a conversation when needed. Be prepared for bugs and ticks just in case.

Feel free to come for all or some of the morning. 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.

The presenter will be naturalist Lynne Flaccus. She has 30+ years of experience in land conservation and stewardship, managing protected properties, studying wildlife, and educating adults and children.

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.

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.

For more information, including ways you can get involved, please visit www.chocorualake.org.

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Rin Tin Tin leaps back into action at Flying Monkey

He couldn’t speak. But that was no handicap for a star during the silent film. He was Rin Tin Tin, the legendary German Shepherd dog whose popularity rivaled that of any human performer when the movies were brand new.

On Thursday, June 3 at 6:30 pm, the Flying Monkey Moviehouse and Performance Center at 39 South Main Street in Plymouth, NH screens a vintage Rin Tin Tin silent adventure film with live music. In ‘Clash of the Wolves’ (1925), Rin Tin Tin plays a wild wolf who befriends a prospector; together they hunt down a criminal intent on jumping the prospector’s claim and stealing his girl.

The film will be shown with live musical accompaniment by Jeff Rapsis, a NH-based composer and performer who specializes in scoring silent film.

Rin Tin Tin films were produced by then-struggling Warner Brothers and proved immensely popular around the world, with audiences marveling at the then-new German Shepherd breed’s feats of derring-do as he out-smarted his human co-stars.

At the time, studio executives referred to Rin Tin Tin as “the mortgage lifter” because the dog’s movies helped rescue the studio from bankruptcy.

Rin Tin Tin was so popular he was named “Best Actor” at the firstever Academy Awards in 1929 until ceremony officials decided on a revote in favor of human performer Emil

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To improvise a live musical score for ‘Clash of the Wolves,’ silent film musician Jeff Rapsis will use a digital synthesizer to recreate the texture of a full orchestra.

“The Rin Tin Tin films are great pictures for audience reaction, even today,” Rapsis said. “They’re full of fast-paced action, great stunts, and above all they really move!

“If you’re new to the art form of silent film, seeing the Rin Tin Tin pictures in a theater with live music is a terrific way to get acquainted with the enduring power of this kind of movie-

making,” Rapsis added.

Rin Tin Tin remained popular throughout the silent film era and until his death in 1932, which made headlines around the globe. But his progeny went on to star in later films and TV shows, keeping the name before the public for generations.

Rin Tin Tin’s descendants are still bred, continuing the bloodline to the present day. The ongoing Rin Tin Tin phenomenon inspired a recent book, “Rin Tin Tin: The Life and the Legend” by writer Susan Orlean.

For more information, call 603-5362551. Admission $10.00 per person, and tickets are available at the door or online at www.flyingmonkeynh.com.

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Chocorua Lake Conservancy’s Adept Balancing Act

By Mark Okrant Throughout the history of this nation, forward-thinking individuals and organizations have exhibited a strong concern with maintaining environmental quality. In 1964, passage of the Wilderness Act launched a period of federal conservation legislation. This was followed in 1965 by enactment of the Land and Water Conservation Fund Act, and approval of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers Act and the National Trails Act in 1968.

Closer to home, during 1968, a volunteer-led, nonprofit land trust organization, the Chocorua Lake Conservancy (CLC), was formed in New Hampshire. At that time, the CLC made Chocorua the only major New Hampshire lake with protection measures for its entire shoreline. That program predated similar efforts within the state as a whole.

What is the Chocorua Lake Conservancy, and how does it function?

The mission of the organization is, “to protect the scenic and natural resources of the Chocorua Lake Basin and its surrounding area through a series of measures. These include conservation practices, land protection, easements, maintenance of land for public access,

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At first glance, one might think conservation is as simple as posting a number of signs around Chocorua Lake. In reality, conservancy is considerably more complicated. The reader is advised to look closely at two elements of the organization’s mission statement: protection of scenic and natural resources versus public access. As conservators of natural spaces have learned, many visitors

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In its effort to be protectors of local lands, lake, forests, and historically important buildings, the Chocorua Lake Conservancy is armed with an effective toolkit. This toolkit contains conservation covenants, conservation easements, education and outreach programs (i.e., events), and a phalanx of dedicated volunteers, members, and donors.

A conservation covenant is a voluntary agreement between landholders and an authorized body, such as the CLC. Its purpose is to protect the natural, cultural, or scientific value of the effected properties. Examples of restrictions within covenants are: minimum lot sizes, building height and setback restrictions, as well as prohibitions of billboards, commercial extraction of sand and gravel, altering

natural drainage, and clear cutting within 150 feet of the lake. To date, the CLC has protected three thousand acres of land through 74 conservation covenants.

Conservation easements are legal agreements that restrict development or specific other uses on private property.

The landowner retains ownership, but gives up the right to conduct certain other actions, including creating subdivisions. These rights are donated to the land trust. Easements are granted in perpetuity, meaning all future owners must honor the uses presented within the document. In some towns, owners who grant easements may benefit by being taxed based upon the restricted land use of the property, as opposed to fair market value which can be considerably higher. Easements are responsible for protecting hundreds of additional acres on more than 100 properties within the Chocorua region.

According to Lynne Flaccus, Stewardship Director of the CLC, the organization receives a great deal of support from the surrounding community to achieve its mission.

Hundreds of volunteers, members, and donors make this possible. As part of its membership drive, the organization reaches out to surrounding communities’ schools and libraries.

While emphasizing the positive impact that is derived from conservation efforts, Flaccus stresses that the CLC does much more than protect property.

Because these protected lands are available for public access, residents and visitors are reminded about their responsibility to care for the natural world contained within these spaces.

In this regard, the Chocorua Lake Conservancy has much in common with land trusts throughout the country.

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During the pandemic, the Chocorua area experienced a considerable influx of visitors, as people were desperate to get outside, away from quarantining at home. With Route 16 passing alongside Chocorua Lake, many more people than is typically the case tried to access the beautiful view of Mount Chocorua.

This meant that the small parking lot was stretched beyond capacity, as were the picnic area and boat access points. In an effort to minimize what could have proven hazardous, the CLC increased the amount of signage and supervision to ward off traffic accidents, litter, and damage from compacted natural surfaces.

Planned events have a substantial role in building a sense of community while spreading the CLC’s message. There are two categories of events—public and social. Flaccus’ favorite events are organized walks. As a trained naturalist, she enjoys taking groups of 15 to 20 people on exploratory hikes. Always, as they walk, she encourages people to investigate their surroundings. In this

way, an appreciation for conserving nature is fostered. Social events consist of picnics, wherein volunteers, members, and landowners have an opportunity to share viewpoints.

(Events that were not cancelled during the pandemic were conducted as Zoom sessions, rather than in person.)

During the summer of 2021, Flaccus estimates there will be nearly 50 events. While a substantial portion of the in-person events had been cancelled during the pandemic, she hopes to conduct a majority without having to rely on Zoom. This will allow the Conservancy to focus on its stewardship activities, wherein members and volunteers will engage in planting, weeding, and how to address invasive species.

As is true of other land trusts throughout the region, the Chocorua Lake Conservancy will maintain a balance between its primary mission as protector of natural spaces, while encouraging people—residents and visitors alike—to partake in the beauty of the environment. The vital message that our environment can be used without misuse is being delivered most effectively.

For more information about the stewardship efforts of the Chocorua Lake Conservancy, and to donate or learn how to become a CLC volunteer, email Lynne Flaccus, Conservation Stewardship Director, at lflaccus@ chocorualakeconservancy.org.

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On Friday, June 11 and Saturday, June 12 at 7:30 pm, Juston will perform at the Rochester Opera House (ROH) at 31 Wakefield Street in Rochester, NH. Juston was born in Portsmouth, NH where he lived until the 6th grade.

That’s when his aunt and dad, wanting to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life, packed up the family of eight and moved north. To Kittery, Maine. After attending the Southern Maine Community College, he spent seven years as a York County Deputy Sheriff, patrolling the woods.

In the late 1990s, he traded in his badge for a microphone and went from York County to New York City to pursue a career in comedy. Juston quickly became a regular at Comic Strip Live, Stand-Up New York, Dangerfield’s, Gotham Comedy Club,

Caroline’s on Broadway and the New York Times called him, “Destined for stardom.”

Juston would go on to sign sitcom development deals with Warner Brothers, CBS, IFC and Comedy Central.

Covid-19 Safety Protocols Doors will open 30 minutes prior to show time. All seating will be assigned by number in party and on a first-come, first-served basis. All patrons are asked to enter via the City Hall front entrance, and exit through the side entrance. Sanitation sites are available at each entrance/exit.

Masks are highly encouraged to be worn in City Hall and the Rochester Opera House when not actively drinking or seated for the performance.

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Summer Event Coming Up at North East Motor Sports Museum The 2021 outdoor events schedule at the North East Motor Sports Museum, located at 922 NH Route 106 in Loudon, NH, begins on Saturday, June 5. Each of the events are essential fundraisers to help meet financial obligations so the museum staff can continue the mission of Northeast New England Motorsports historical preservation and education.

The museum team is eager to welcome back friends and supporters with four fundraiser car shows, a motorcycle tour and a rally.

The museum staff is excited to start the season by featuring New Hampshire’s leading car club, NH Muscle Cars on June 5, for their traditional late spring car show. The car show will also feature a display of funny cars and a chance for a fan to sit

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The first running of the North East Motor Sports Museum: Rally-tour Around the Lake will take place on July 31. Beginning at the museum, the rally will twist and turn over scenic New Hampshire roads and conclude at the Vintage Racing Stables car collection in Sanbornton, NH. The rally is part of the annual Vintage Racing Stables: Timeless Cars of New England weekend and is limited to 1972 or older vehicles, with a maximum of 25 entries.

The return of the museum’s annual car show “Hot Rods, Muscle and More” is on August 28. All cars and

trucks are welcome to participate and multiple trophies will be awarded for different classes. The Historic Motor Sports Exposition moves to September 11 this year from its traditional spring date. The show welcomes all historic racecars from any discipline to display.

Mobile museums from across New England will be onsite with unique artifact displays. New for 2021 will be trophies for the best racecars in class and a vintage racecar swap meet. All current state Covid-19 guidelines will be followed at each event. If indoor events become possible, they will be announced at a later date. Visit www. nemsmuseum.com for all event details.

Outdoor events at the museum include: Saturday June 5: NH Muscle Cars Car Show + Funny Car Display Sunday, June 13: AMA Gypsy Tour Charity Motorcycle Ride to benefit the Museum Saturday, June 26: Nor’Eastern Pontiac Club, Pontiac Day Car Show Saturday July 31: North East Motor Sports Museum: Rally-tour Around the Lake Saturday, August 28: Hot Rods, Muscle and More Car Show Saturday, September 11: Historic Motor Sports Exposition Race Car Show + Swap Meet The North East Motor Sports Museum is owned by the Racing History Preservation Group, a 501-c3 educational non-profit organization that seeks to discover, preserve and share the history of motorsports in the Northeast. The 10,000 square foot museum opened in 2017 on the grounds of the New Hampshire Motor Speedway in Loudon, NH. Call 603783-0183 or visit nemsmuseum.com to learn more.

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Beautiful, Historic Bridgewater ventured into what would later be the town of Bridgewater in the 1750s, they discovered a beautiful part of New England.

A group of men secured a tract of land containing over 20,000 acres located west of the Pemigewasset River.

This area became New Chester, later divided into the towns of Bridgewater, Hill and Bristol.

However, it would be about 10 years before anyone settled in the Bridgewater region. As with much of the central New Hampshire area, settlements were abandoned when the French and Indian War brought danger to outposts and remote groups of landowners. War parties could attack those who ventured from established towns; because of this, construction of

By Kathi Caldwell-Hopper If you drive from the town of Bristol to Newfound Lake, you will pass through the town of Bridgewater— which was once part of Bristol. In the very early days Bridgewater and Bristol were known as New Chester.

Long before explorers settled in the vast stretches of wilderness around Newfound Lake, Native Americans lived on the land. According to “Newfound Lake” by Charles Greenwood, Newfound Lake was first called Baker’s Pond or New Found pond. After the granting of the township of New Chester, the lake was called New Chester Pond for many years.

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In the late 1760s the war ended.

Settlers moved into the New Chester area and were the first to put up permanent homesteads. Today summer homes and cottages dot the landscape of Bridgewater, but the first men in the area saw only dense forest when they began to build.

Not many traveled to the area or had a desire to settle there but by the late 1760s a gristmill was started. The addition of the mill eventually enticed more people to make land claims. As late as 1773, only 40 people were living in the entire huge area of New Chester.

As time passed, more people were lured to the land in and around the lake.

When the benefits of forming a town were considered, town officials were elected and land was surveyed and taxed.

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As time moved on, Bridgewater continued to grow. When the Victorian era of grand vacations for the wealthy became fashionable, the town, with its lake proximity was swept up in that movement.

In 1880, the first summer boarding house was built in Bridgewater on the eastern side of Newfound Lake.

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Gunstock Hillclimb Returns for Bike Week The Gunstock Hillclimb is returning to Gunstock Mountain Resort in Gilford on Wednesday, June 16. Staged by Ridge Runner Promotions and featuring Eastcoastin’ Enterprises, the adrenaline packed day of action will consist of strictly Amateur level competition this year. For the thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts who visit the Lakes Region of New Hampshire for Laconia Motorcycle week, this super charged event is certain to be the focal point.

The Hillclimb is a classic Bike Week tradition dating back as early as 1938.

This popular event was resurrected in 2017 after a six-year hiatus. This year will be an amateur-only competition.

“The amateurs are back on the original hill,” said Ridge Runners owner, Michael

Farnsworth. “We’ve added the country’s best stunt crew: All Harley-Davidson riders and Eastcoastin.’ Do not miss this show, it’s going to be one for the ages.”

The course climbs the steep runout of Gunstock’s historic 70 meter Torger Tokle Memorial Ski Jump. A massive earthen start ramp has been constructed to add even more flair and excitement for the spectators. They will be able to witness some of the best amateur riders as they race to the hilltop finish line.

Ridge Runner Promotions and Gunstock have agreed to hold the Hillclimb at the ski jump location through 2023, which will be the 100th anniversary of Laconia Motorcycle Week.

“We at Gunstock are really excited to be able to host the Hillclimb this year,”

said Tom Day, Gunstock’s President and General Manager. “It is a great spectator event that creates an exciting option for all the Bike Week participants.”

This year’s event will feature three shows with the outlandish daredevil performances of Eastcoastin’ Enterprises throughout the day. These selfproclaimed “hooligans” based out of New Haven, CT are known for their reckless BMX and motorcycle stunts and are sure to keep the crowd entertained.

Gates open to the public at 8 am.

Opening ceremonies are at 9 am. Racing continues throughout the day concluding at 5 p.m. and awards to follow.

Admission is $20 for the day, and free for children 10 and under. Onsite food, beverage, and retail vending are

available at the Hillclimb. The event is BYOB, with beer and wine available for purchase on site. Please note: no backpacks or large bags, no tents or umbrellas, no glass bottles, and no animals will be allowed into the venue.

Hillclimb spectators and Laconia Motorcycle Week visitors are invited to make Gunstock their home base for the week. Camp sites are available in easy walking distance to the Hillclimb in Gunstock’s expansive campground.

Gunstock is a four-season mountain resort that offers authentic eastern mountain skiing and riding with 227 skiable acres and 48 trails. In summer Gunstock’s campground is your basecamp for activities in the Adventure Park.

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local businessmen, these homes were at the time a large grouping of private cottages.

Millionaire E. P. Lindsey of Boston bought one farm in the Bridgewater area. Refurbished from top to bottom, the farm soon had a cottage for the hired help and a modernized barn, to name but a few improvements. Many renovations also were made to the brick farmhouse. Lindsey hailed from the Newfound area, and as a young man he worked as a common laborer in Bristol. After he made his fortune, he came home to Bridgewater and bought the property. His wife outlived him, and when she died in the 1930s the estate was valued at over $1 million.

Later, the property became part of

Camp Tomahawk.

Because the Newfound Lake area was a great spot for fishing, a hatchery was started at the foot of the lake.

The state of New Hampshire soon after closed this hatchery and built a bigger structure for fish hatching in Bridgewater on a brook near the shore of the lake. The Bridgewater hatchery was a great aid to fishermen.

Visit Bridgewater today and it may seem a small community, as it did in its early days. During the winter, the summer homes, cottages and boys and girls camps are closed. Even during the summer, when vacationers flock to Newfound Lake, there is something of the past lingering in Bridgewater.

According to information on the

Newfound Lake Inn website, www. newfoundlake.com, “The Newfound Lake Inn has been welcoming travelers since 1840, as an overnight stop on the stage coach route from Boston to Montreal. Still maintaining its historic charm, the Inn greets its guests with a full veranda overlooking the spectacular sunsets on Newfound Lake.”

The Newfound Lake Inn (once named the Pasquaney Inn), built during the grand hotel era, sits near the lake.

Although it is busy serving modernday travelers and vacationers, it retains the aura of the grand hotel time.

In many ways the beauty and peace in Bridgewater remains.

House was reminiscent of the big hotels being constructed in the White Mountains at that time.

Other businesses found their way to Bridgewater in the late 1800s to early 1900s. In 1926, the Bridgewater Lead and Silver Mine was thriving in the area. An underground tunnel was honed out of the ground and was about 50 feet in length. Rock removed during the mining process was dumped into Newfound Lake by small cars.

During the early 1900s, the eastern side of Newfound Lake on Bridgewater became known as “Cottage City.”

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Moving Out: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle (and Responsible Disposal) Courtesy NH Dept. of Environmental Services There is nothing like a move to truly test your sustainability game at home.

Moving usually means cleaning out many items that you would rather not take with you, and as you dig deeper into closets, the basement, and garage, these items mount up. The donation pile and garbage pile begin to expand and overtake your space.

And then there are the things that are questionable: Can I donate this? Can I throw this in the trash or do I have to take it somewhere?

Depending on the amount of time you have to pack and move, it can be very tempting to just chuck most things into the garbage and move on. There are also all the extra things you need for a move: boxes, tape, packing materials.

Before you get lost in a wasteful cycle when moving, here are some things to think about before you get started: Packing You’re going to need boxes, yes, but before you go buying new ones, consider these options: • Look around your home for anything that can be used to carry your stuff – suitcases, closet totes, laundry hampers, etc., to reduce the number of boxes you’ll need. Use garbage bags to pack clothes, but make sure not to stretch the bags too much so you can re-use them in your new home.

• Find your boxes from neighbors or local groups; there are many online yard sale groups you can post on to find some.

• Check with your local supermarket or state liquor store for unwanted boxes you can take off of their hands.

• For packing materials, use newspaper, towels or even clothes to wrap up fragile items.

When done with your boxes, pay them forward. You can also use them for garden beds or build a cat box. If you can’t get rid of them and can’t use them for anything else, recycle them.

Beware of Wish cycling Goodwill New England announced this spring that it had over $1 million in trash fees for the past year because of the unusable donated items that it had to dispose of. Just like your solid waste facility asks you to pay attention to what you are recycling, so as not to contaminate the process and make it more expensive for them, donation centers need you to do the same.

It’s called “wish cycling,” when good-intentioned people don’t want to throw things in the trash so they try to either recycle or donate as much as they can. Sometimes the only thing you can do is trash it. When eyeing something for the donation pile, consider these things: • Make sure it’s useable. Think to yourself, “Could I still use this if I wanted it?” If it’s Tupperware with holes in it, probably not. A plastic drawer organizer with no drawers, unlikely. If it’s unusable, the next step is to determine if it is recyclable, and if not, dispose of it in the trash or at your local transfer station.

• Some unusable things can still

be donated; most notably, textiles or anything made of fabric: curtains, sheets, and blankets, clothes and towels, for example. Places like Goodwill will reuse or recycle those types of items.

So go ahead and throw in that jumble of mismatched socks!

Aside from large donation centers, you can rehome your items by posting them on an online message board or checking with local charities that help families in transition.

Check for Hazardous Wastes Many common household products, such as paints, solvents, drain openers, oven cleaners, polishes, waxes, pesticides, cleaning agents and spent automotive products, have hazardous properties. If not removed from your home, the disposal costs may be deducted from the sale price of your home or from your security deposit. In addition, your mover is not allowed to transport hazardous chemicals to your new home. Some things to consider for handling any household hazardous waste: • Identify which items are hazardous household wastes and set aside what you will use up before you move or will personally transport to your new home.

• Ask the new resident, friends or neighbors if they want any of the remaining products.

• Check with your city or town as to when the next household hazardous waste collection day will be held, and take any remaining waste to the collection.

Do NOT dispose of any chemicals, petroleum products, or other hazardous wastes by flushing or pouring them down the drain, or onto the ground. It is against the law.

Cleaning Time Once all your stuff is out, it’s time to clean it! This is where it can typically get wasteful, with a multitude of cleaning products and disposable wipes, etc. It doesn’t have to be! With a little careful forethought, you can keep the trash to a minimum. For example: • Save a few old washcloths or T-shirts that you culled from your belongings and use them for cleaning, instead of using paper towels or other disposable options.

• Make your own cleaner, which will cut down on potential toxins AND on the plastic waste from the cleaning product bottles.

• Before you buy any cleaning products, make sure you do a full inventory of what you already have.

You might be surprised what you find place too.

Moving is always a bit stressful, and it can be tempting to drop our positive lifestyle habits in exchange for ease and convenience, but with a little pre-planning and lots of deep breaths you can drastically reduce your waste during the process. Move into your new space feeling good about your choices!

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New Hampshire Has 16th Most Parks and Wildlife Areas in U.S. America’s protected parklands have famously been called “the best idea we ever had,” and it is easy to understand why. State and national parks showcase the country’s diverse natural beauty, are open to all comers, and accomplish important goals for environmental protection and rural economic growth.

While some of America’s earliest protected parks encompassed iconic destinations like Yellowstone, Yosemite, and Niagara Falls, state and federal park lands today are found all over the U.S. and have become even more common in recent decades.

In 1959—when Alaska and Hawaii were admitted to the Union—rural parks and wildlife areas totaled around 46 million acres in the U.S. By 2012, that number was more than 253 million acres.

One of the most significant factors in this growth was the passage of the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act in 1980. This legislation more than doubled the size of the National Parks System in one stroke, offering protection to more than 157 million acres of land in Alaska. But ANILCA is just the largest example of a wider trend of classifying lands for special uses like parks over the recent decades.

One of the reasons that states and the federal government have pursued this

strategy is economic impact, especially for rural communities. Parks attract a lot of visitors, and those visitors need food, lodging, supplies, guides, and other goods and services to support their outdoor ventures—all of which produce economic returns for the areas near a park. The total economic value of outdoor recreation nationwide continues to rise each year, topping $400 billion in 2019 according to data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis. More recently, there has been some indication that outdoor recreation has been one of few bright spots in the hard-hit travel and tourism industries in the wake of COVID-19.

At the state level, the economic impacts of outdoor recreation are even more apparent. Hawaii and Alaska offer some of the nation’s most unique natural attractions and have the highest levels of outdoor recreation value added per capita. Other states with high economic output associated with outdoor recreation include Mountain West states like Wyoming, Montana, and Colorado, which are all home to the Rocky Mountains and many associated parklands; New England states including Vermont and Maine, which host extensive woodlands and the northern Appalachian Mountains; and Florida, which has wildlife-rich wetlands and

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A state’s economic productivity related to outdoor activity is in part a function of how much land that state devotes to parks and wildlife areas. Perhaps unsurprisingly, Alaska leads the nation in the proportion of lands devoted to parks and wildlife, and many other states known for their natural attractions, like Hawaii and California, are also high on the list. At the lower end are states in the Great Plains and South, which also have extensive rural lands but are more likely to designate those lands for agriculture than for parks and wildlife.

To find the states with the most parks and wildlife areas, researchers at CLIQ calculated the proportion of state land designated for parks and wildlife. The research team also calculated the state share of total U.S. parks and wildlife areas and the total outdoor recreation value added per capita.

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Moose Mountains Regional Greenways and The Dan Hole Pond Watershed Trust Announce Merger This summer, land trusts Moose Mountains Regional Greenways (MMRG) and The Dan Hole Pond Watershed Trust (DHPWT) will join together into one unified organization. Leadership, volunteers and members from each originating organization will be merged into a new entity, retaining the name Moose Mountains Regional Greenways.

This merger will dramatically boost the impact of natural resource conservation in the region spanning from just south of the Moose Mountains to the Ossipee Range.

MMRG’s new service area will include the nine towns of Ossipee, Tuftonboro, Farmington, Milton, Wakefield, Brookfield, Union, New Durham and Wolfeboro. Looking forward, the merged land trust will have many new opportunities to successfully preserve scenic rural landscapes while expanding educational outdoor activities to a wider network of families, residents, and visitors.

“This is an exciting step forward for both organizations. The merger

will aid us in living up to our vision of a united greenway. Our operations will become larger, stronger and more comprehensive in the service of an expanded geographic region and increased membership,” said Jillian Eldredge, MMRG’s Executive Director.

Both organizations have over 20 years of experience in successful land conservation. Since 2000, MMRG and DHPWT have facilitated the permanent protection of more than 8,500 acres of land, of which 4,000 acres are directly held in ownership or stewarded through easements. The land area of the merged organization covers 380 square miles of land and water and includes 35,000 people - offering considerable potential for additional conservation achievements in the region.

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The Importance of Rest Regular exercise has been linked to a host of health benefits. People who exercise regularly can lower their risk for chronic diseases like heart disease and diabetes, and routine exercise can improve mood and potentially delay the onset of cognitive decline.

As vital as physical activity is to a healthy lifestyle, there is such a thing as too much exercise. According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, rest is an important part of training.

Without ample rest, the body does not have time to recover before the next workout. That lack of rest not only adversely affects performance, but also increases a person’s risk for health problems, including injuries that can sideline athletes for lengthy periods of time.

Committed athletes may have a hard time recognizing when they are pushing themselves too hard, and the line between perseverance and overdoing it can be thin. Many athletes credit their ability to push themselves mentally and physically with helping them achieve their fitness goals and thrive as competitors. But it’s vital that athletes learn to recognize the signs that suggest they’re exercising too much. The USNLM notes that the following are some signs of overdoing it with an exercise routine.

• An inability to perform at your

established level • Requiring longer periods of rest between workout sessions • Feeling tired • Feeling depressed • Experiencing mood swings or irritability • Difficulty sleeping • Feeling sore muscles or heavy limbs • Suffering overuse injuries such as runner’s knee, Achilles tendinitis, shin splints, and plantar fasciitis • Loss of motivation • Getting more colds • Unintended weight loss • Feelings of anxiety The USNLM urges anyone experiencing these symptoms to rest completely for between one and two weeks. After that period of rest, the body should be fully recovered.

However, if any of these issues linger after two weeks, seek the advice of a health care provider. A health care provider may recommend additional rest and/or conduct a series of tests to determine if an underlying issue is causing any of the aforementioned symptoms.

Rest is as vital to an effective exercise regimen as proper technique, ensuring the body has ample time to recover and reducing the risk of overuse injuries.

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Why the Water Matters to Novice Kayakers Kayaking is a fun way to spend an afternoon, particularly in summertime.

If smiles on the faces of kayakers aren’t enough to convince you just how fun this sport can be, perhaps statistics can convince you how enjoyable it is to paddle away in a kayak.

According to the Physical Activity Council, which each year conducts the largest single-source research study of sports, recreation and leisure activity participation in the United States, recreational kayaking is the most popular paddlesport in the United States, attracting more than 11 million participants each year.

People who have never before been in a kayak may be intrigued by those statistics and tempted to follow the example set by millions of kayakers who take to the water every day when the weather permits. Safety should be a top priority for all kayakers, and especially for novices. A kayaking course can be a great way for novices to familiarize themselves with the basics of kayaking, including the best practices in regard to staying safe on the water. Local watersports retailers and recreational organizations that take watersports enthusiasts out on the water may offer safety courses, and these courses can be great resources while also helping people get their feet wet before paddling away.

When kayaking for the first time, it’s important that novices choose the right type of water for their experience level. Rough, choppy waters can prove

challenging to even the most skilled kayakers, and these same waters can be deadly for novices. The following are some characteristics novice kayakers should look for in a body of water before pushing themselves and their kayakers into the current.

• Size: Novices should avoid vast bodies of water, such as oceans, rivers or large lakes, until they gain more experience. Large ponds and small lakes can be great places to gain some experience and familiarize oneself with the nuances of paddling.

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• Traffic: Novices may be intimidated by crowds, but other kayakers can serve as something of a safety net for novices. Kayaking is a fun group

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• Variety: Novices should steer clear of waters that allow power boats. Such vessels can alter paddling conditions quickly, and that can put novices in potentially precarious positions. Stick to waters that allow only canoes or other boats that won’t affect water conditions.

• Access: Until they get more comfortable in their kayaks, novice kayakers should stay close to shorelines so they have quick and simple access to land should they struggle to acclimate to the water and being in a kayak.

Kayaking is a popular activity that even novices can enjoy, especially when they take certain measures to ensure their safety.

Frequently Asked Boating Questions Courtesy NH Marine Patrol You plan to go boating on the lakes of New Hampshire this year, but you have some questions. The NH Marine Patrol has the answers; check out these frequently asked questions or call the Marine Patrol for further information at 603-2932037.

How do I get a permanent boating education card replacement?

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At what age are children required to wear life jackets?

All children 12 years old and younger must wear a life jacket when being transported in a boat. It is recommended that everyone wear a life jacket.

Is it legal to have alcohol aboard a vessel?

Although it is legal to have alcohol aboard a vessel, operators found to be impaired to any degree will be arrested for boating while intoxicated. In addition, check with the local town where you will be boating for any ordinances prohibiting alcohol in public places.

How do you know the capacity limit of your boat?

On most boats, the capacity for the boat (weight limit and number of persons) is listed on a plate located near the helm (the operator’s area).

What is the difference between a ski craft and a PWC? A ski craft is defined as, less than 13’ in length as manufactured, capable of exceeding 20 mph, and has the capacity to carry not more than the operator and one other person. There are additional regulations that ski craft operators must follow. A personal watercraft (pwc) has the capacity to carry more than the operator and one passenger and must follow the regulations set forth for a motor boat.

Where can I get a temporary boating education certificate?

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Adult deer can be easily detected by predators due to their scent and large size. For these reasons does will spend extended periods away from their fawns to disassociate their scent from the fawn and keep them safe from predators. For the first month of life, the doe will only visit the fawn a few times a day to nurse quickly before leaving again, although usually not going too far.

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Boating Do’s and Don’ts ~ Know the Rules!

If you own a boat and head out on the waters in the Lakes Region, it is important to know the rules that keep boaters and water lovers safe. Here are a few of the things to keep in mind when on (or in) the water.

Scuba Diving and Snorkeling I. Any person engaged in scuba diving on any of the public waters of the state and any person engaged in snorkeling in normally traveled navigable public waters shall have a diver’s flag, consisting of a red flag with a diagonal white stripe, displayed indicating that diving activities are in progress. The bottom of said flag shall extend at least 3 feet above the surface of the water, the view of which shall be unobstructed for 360 degrees. II. Any person engaged in scuba diving or snorkeling shall remain within 75 feet of their dive flag.

Boaters shall remain a minimum of 150 feet away from any posted dive flag, unless there are circumstances which prevent the operator from maintaining a minimum of 150 feet, in which case the operator shall maintain headway speed.

III. The commissioner of safety may adopt rules pursuant to RSA 541-A relative to restricting scuba diving between sunset and sunrise.

Interference with Navigation I. Any person who knowingly removes, destroys, moves, or injures any buoy, beacon, or other navigational aid placed in, on, or adjacent to any of the public waters of the state for the purpose of guiding and protecting navigation and boating thereon shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

II. Any person who knowingly places an obstruction dangerous to navigation in any of the public waters of the state without reasonable precaution to protect the public from such obstruction shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

III. Any person who shall moor or make fast a boat, vessel, raft, or float of any description to a buoy, beacon, or other navigational aid placed in, on, or adjacent to the public waters of the state shall be guilty of a violation.

IV. (a) Any person who knowingly places a swim line in any public body of water without first obtaining a permit issued by the director of state police shall be guilty of a violation. (b) Any person who operates a boat within any permitted swim line on any public body of water without the permission of the permittee shall be guilty of a violation. (c) The commissioner is authorized to establish fees and expiration periods for

permits issued under subparagraph (a).

The fee for a permit shall not be greater than $50 and all permits shall expire no later than 5 years after the date of issuance. All fees collected under this paragraph shall be deposited in the navigation safety fund established under RSA 270-E:6-a.

Boat Racing No commercial boat, private boat, or sail boat shall race with another such boat over a predetermined course on any of the public waters of the state unless the course is laid out and marked in a manner satisfactory to the director of state police and said race is held under a permit issued by said director to a recognized sponsoring organization stating the date and place of the race.

Operation of Boats Persons 12 Years of Age or Under.

– No child 12 years of age or under shall operate, control, or be transported on the deck of a boat or vessel which is underway upon the public waters of the state unless said child is wearing a personal flotation device of a type approved by the United States Coast Guard; provided, however, boats, vessels and ships with continuous side rails enclosing the perimeter of the boat, vessel, or ship, 3 feet or more in height and enclosed between the deck and the top of the railing in a way that would reasonably prevent passage of a small child are exempted from the provisions of this section.

Ski Craft I. No person shall operate a ski craft on any lake, pond, or river unless the person is 16 years of age or older.

II. No person shall operate a ski craft on any lake, pond, or river between the hours of sunset and sunrise.

III. No person shall operate a ski craft unless he is wearing a personal floatation device which is Coast Guard approved type 1, 2, or 3.

IV. No person shall operate a ski craft on a lake, pond, or river, or area thereof, on which the operation of ski craft is prohibited by law.

V. No person shall operate a ski craft on a lake, pond, or river, or area thereof, on which the operation of ski craft is prohibited as a result of a hearing pursuant to RSA 270:74-a.

VI. No person shall operate a ski craft on a lake, pond, or river, or area thereof, in violation of a restriction imposed pursuant to RSA 270:74-a.

VII. No person shall operate a ski craft within 150 feet of another ski craft or of a boat, raft, float, or swimmer unless the speed of the ski craft is

reduced to headway speed. No person shall operate a ski craft in a cove, as designated by the commissioner, or within 300 feet of shore, except as provided in paragraph VIII or pursuant to RSA 270:74-a, V. For the purpose of this paragraph “cove” is defined as a bay or inlet, which at its widest point does not exceed 1,000 linear feet.

VIII. A person may operate a ski craft from the shore to any area where the operation of ski craft is allowed, provided that the ski craft shall not be operated at a speed exceeding headway speed within 300 feet from shore or in a cove as defined in RSA 270:74, VII and provided that the ski craft shall be operated in a direct line between the shore and the area where operation is allowed.

IX. A person may operate a ski craft on the lakes, ponds, and rivers of the state except in areas which are prohibited by the department and those lakes, ponds, and rivers specifically prohibited by RSA 270:75-109 and other legislative acts.

X. A person who violates any of the provisions of this section shall be guilty of a violation.

Motorboat Noise Levels I. No person shall operate a ski craft on any lake, pond, or river unless the person is 16 years of age or older.

II. No person shall operate a ski craft on any lake, pond, or river between the hours of sunset and sunrise.

III. No person shall operate a ski craft unless he is wearing a personal floatation device which is Coast Guard approved type 1, 2, or 3.

IV. No person shall operate a ski craft on a lake, pond, or river, or area thereof, on which the operation

of ski craft is prohibited by law.

V. No person shall operate a ski craft on a lake, pond, or river, or area thereof, on which the operation of ski craft is prohibited as a result of a hearing pursuant to RSA 270:74-a.

VI. No person shall operate a ski craft on a lake, pond, or river, or area thereof, in violation of a restriction imposed pursuant to RSA 270:74-a.

VII. No person shall operate a ski craft within 150 feet of another ski craft or of a boat, raft, float, or swimmer unless the speed of the ski craft is reduced to headway speed. No person shall operate a ski craft in a cove, as designated by the commissioner, or within 300 feet of shore, except as provided in paragraph VIII or pursuant to RSA 270:74-a, V. For the purpose of this paragraph “cove” is defined as a bay or inlet which at its widest point does not exceed 1,000 linear feet.

VIII. A person may operate a ski craft from the shore to any area where the operation of ski craft is allowed, provided that the ski craft shall not be operated at a speed exceeding headway speed within 300 feet from shore or in a cove as defined in RSA 270:74, VII and provided that the ski craft shall be operated in a direct line between the shore and the area where operation is allowed.

IX. A person may operate a ski craft on the lakes, ponds, and rivers of the state except in areas which are prohibited by the department and those lakes, ponds, and rivers specifically prohibited by RSA 270:75-109 and other legislative acts.

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3. Empty bait buckets on land before

5. Rinse your boat, propeller, trailer, live well and equipment; and remove by hand anything trapped between the boat and the trailer.

6. Air dry your boat and equipment for as long as possible - five days is optimal.

7. Flush the engines’ cooling system with hot water.

8. Apply antifouling materials, such as paint and films, to boat hulls, trim tabs, water ports, transducers and swimming platforms to discourage zebra mussel attachment.

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All life jackets must be in good and serviceable condition and must be readily accessible. The life jackets must be of proper size for the intended wearer. Sizing for life jackets is based on body weight and chest size and can be determined by the manufacturer’s label.

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Children 12 years of age or younger must wear a USCGapproved life jacket at all times while underway on a vessel, unless the vessel is completely enclosed by railings at least 3 ft. high and constructed such that a small child cannot fall through them.

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