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Popular Events in New Hampshire

Despite being such a tiny state, New Hampshire is filled with events for all ages. From seafood festivals to highland games, NH has it all. Here are some of the most popular events that NH has to offer: Maple Sugaring in New Hampshire is fun for the whole family. During Maple Weekend, many sugar houses open their doors for the…

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Indigenous Animals in New Hampshire

New Hampshire is home to some fascinating wildlife, from the common deer to lesser-known fisher cats. It’s a good idea to know what indigenous animals there are in New Hampshire, whether you live in a rural area and get frequent animal visitors to your yard, or live in a city and are going on a hike. Moose – The moose…

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Winter Tires in New Hampshire

Especially during winter, having the right tires is very important in New Hampshire. If you live or travel on a road not frequently plowed or a dirt road, tires that won’t slip is a must. There are plenty of options for winter tires, from studded to chained to winter to all season: – Studded tires have actual metal studs embedded in…

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Options for Commuting to Boston

Many Granite Staters travel down to Boston each day as part of their daily commute, for a day trip, or for a weekend getaway. Below are some options for planning your trip: Driving: Driving down to Boston from southern NH could take upwards of an hour depending on traffic Bus: The Boston Express bus can be an efficient way to get from…

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Fun Activities in Nashua for Families

Nashua is one of the biggest cities in New Hampshire and has an abundance of things to do with kids. If you visit Nashua, here are some things to occupy your time: Fun-World is an amusement park that’s fun for all ages – they have a wide collection of events, from carousels to bowling to an arcade. There is also…

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Vegetable Gardening in New Hampshire

If you want to live off-the-grid, or just would like some fresh vegetables, it’s important to know what types of crops grow well in New Hampshire, the best plants for starting to garden, and when the growing season is for the crops you do plant. Most of New Hampshire’s soil is rocky and acidic, so before you start planting veggies…

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Day Trips from New Hampshire

Since New Hampshire is such a small state, it’s a great place to live if you and your family love day trips. There are fun activities for all surrounding New Hampshire. Here’s a list of some of the best day trips: A day in Boston is fun for history buffs, kids, and food connoisseurs alike. From the Museum of Fine Arts to…

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Creating a Winter Emergency Kit

Winter in New Hampshire can be brutal and it’s best to be prepared should you get stranded in your car during the winter months. Your kit should contain blankets and warm clothes in case you need to wait for help or a tow truck to arrive. There should also be non-perishable food (granola bars, for example) and bottled water, which…

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Porcupine Real Estate in the News

In the News Porcupine Real Estate In the News NBC News Boston: Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of New Hampshire (Mark Warden featured in episode 3 and interviewed during the following Watch Party) Slate.com Placemakers Episode 15: Live Free or Die (Porcupine Real Estate mentioned around 12:00) The Feed Grassroots America (Porcupine Real Estate & The Free State Project at 20:35) Financial…

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