Posts with tag 'Outdoors'
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Go on a Treasure Hunt, Solve a Riddle, Learn Some History & More as You Puzzle Your Way Through a Corn Maze
Hot buttered corn on the cob is one of summer's delights, but by the time fall rolls around, corn takes its turn providing endless fun for people of all ages as fields of corn are turned into artistic mazes.
Wandering through a corn maze provides a family-friendly hour or more of exploration, with twists, turns and unique discoveries at various checkpoints on the way to the exit. Most corn mazes also add on nighttime events that are more appropriate for adults as there's a scare factor involved in creeping through a cornfield where the stalks reach high over your head, the wind is blowing and clouds cover the moon!
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Get Outdoors This Summer and Enjoy a Round of Golf
Centuries-old stick and ball games are generally thought to have preceded the game of golf as we know it today. The modern game of golf has its origins in 15th-century Scotland, and golf played over 18 holes first made its appearance in 1764 at Scotland's Old Course at St. Andrews.
Fast forward to the 21st century, and the National Golf Association estimates that "nearly 25 million people played golf on a golf course in the United States in 2020."
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Summer Tour of These NH Covered Bridges
Advancements in design and materials have eliminated the practical purpose of covered bridges, but they remain a perennial favorite among sightseers who appreciate their quaint appearance and charming settings. Our real estate agents have created a must-see list of covered bridges around Plymouth homes for sale that are worth visiting.
- Swiftwater Covered Bridge - 7 Porter Road, Bath, NH 03740
While New Hampshire is home to several covered bridges, the Swiftwater Covered Bridge is one of only a few that date back to the 19th century. Originally built in 1810, not far from Bath homes for sale, the bridge had a cover added in 1849 after multiple losses to flooding. The Swiftwater Covered Bridge is recognized as one of the better examples of the distinctive Paddleford truss that was widely used throughout New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine during the 19th century. In 1976, the Swiftwater Covered Bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Kayaking the Waterways of the Lakes Region
Our real estate agents are excited for another busy summer kayaking season here on the pristine waterways of the Lakes Region. We know that the opportunity to adventure through our area's lakes and rivers gives visitors and residents alike ample reasons to get out all season long!
While Plymouth homes for sale are located in the White Mountains Region, they're also close to the Lakes Region. Depending on what you're looking for in outdoor recreation, you will never be more than an hour's drive from the right opportunity for you, and in most cases, it will be much less. Every kayaking season is a new chance to make unforgettable memories!
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Where to Camp Under June Skies
The time from late spring through early summer is perfect for camping around New Hampshire, especially if you like your outdoor adventures to come with a side of stargazing. Whether you're in the mood for a camping resort experience near Plymouth homes for sale or a more rugged, out-of-the-way campsite, there's sure to be a local campground for you to enjoy this June. Our real estate agents have more on five local campgrounds perfect for spending the night under June skies.
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Eastern Slope Camping Area – 584 White Mountain Highway, Conway, NH 03818
Looking for a campground near North Conway homes for sale where you can enjoy some quality time by the waterfront? Eastern Slope Camping Area offers fishing right on the river, kayaking, canoeing, tubing, and two scenic, sandy beaches where you can relax under June skies. There's also a great playground for the kids, a convenient camp shop with all of the supplies you'll need, and an extensive network of hiking trails where you can enjoy time in nature within White Mountain National Forest.