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Author: Emily McMaster

GSA Blog Interviews 

Interview: NH Forts

Emily McMaster 2559 Views

Meet Carol White, member of the New Castle Historical Society; ISHRA (Isles of Shoals Historical and Research Assoc.); Friends of Fort Constitution; Friends of Fort Stark Fort Stark: https://www.nhstateparks.org/visit/historic-sites/fort-stark-state-historic-site Fort Constitution: https://www.nhstateparks.org/visit/historic-sites/fort-constitution-historic-site Fort Stark Historic Site is located on a peninsula historically called Jerry’s Point on the southeast corner of

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GSA Blog Interviews Seacoast 

Interview: Friends of Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouses

Emily McMaster 2149 Views

Meet Jeremy D’Entremont, Founder of Friends of Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouses https://www.portsmouthharborlighthouse.org/ Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse (also known as Fort Point Lighthouse, New Castle Lighthouse and Fort Constitution Lighthouse) was first established in June 1771, making it the first light station north of Boston in the American colonies.  Today’s 48-foot tower was

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Great North Woods GSA Blog Industry Learning Opportunities Recorded Program 

Exploring the Great North Woods and Beyond

Emily McMaster 2132 Views

Listen in to this recorded program from the chambers in the greater Great North Woods region as they share with us an overview of their region, including outdoor recreation, attractions, hidden gems, and more. The panelists include: Jodi Gilbert, Executive Director; North Country Chamber of Commerce Pam Sullivan, Marketing Representative;

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Great North Woods GSA Blog Industry Interviews Learning Opportunities 

Interview: Team O’Neil

Emily McMaster 2598 Views

Meet Karl Stone, Business Manager, Team O’Neil https://www.teamoneil.com/ Founded in 1997 by Tim O’Neil, Team O’Neil is located just outside Littleton, New Hampshire. The private facility boasts 583 acres of alpine terrain. The main driving areas include two 300’ diameter gravel skid pads and road courses consisting of 50+ different

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Great North Woods GSA Blog Industry Interviews White Mountains 

Interview: Story Land and Living Shores Aquarium

Emily McMaster 3286 Views

Meet Lauren Hawkins, Director of Marketing, Story Land and Living Shores www.storylandnh.com  |  www.livingshores.com Founded in 1954, Story Land has thrilled and delighted both young and young-at-heart visitors for more than 60 years.  Story Land is located in Glen, NH.  With over 30 kid-friendly attractions that are specially designed for a

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Great North Woods GSA Blog Industry Interviews Learning Opportunities White Mountains 

Interview: Santa’s Village

Emily McMaster 3092 Views

Meet Jim Miller and Amelia Ledoux, Santa’s Helpers at Santa’s Village www.santasvillage.com Santa’s Village is located in Jefferson, NH.  Their main attractions include Santa and his reindeer, over 20 family-friendly rides, including the Great Humbug Adventure dark ride, and a full water park (in season).  At Santa’s Village, they believe:

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Agriculture Great North Woods GSA Blog Industry Learning Opportunities Recorded Program White Mountains 

Lecture: Maple Sugaring at The Rocks

Emily McMaster 2522 Views

Listen in to this recorded program from Nigel Manley, The Rocks Director, as he shares background information on maple sugaring on The Rocks’ spectacular property in Bethlehem.  The program begins with a video that he would normally show in the sugarhouse.  He also talks about why drilling holes in trees

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Agriculture GSA Blog Industry Learning Opportunities Recorded Program Seacoast 

From the Ground Up ~ Horticulture, Agritourism & the Greening of NH

Emily McMaster 2559 Views

Listen to an illustrated talk that celebrates the role of gardens in fostering communities (plant, animal and human) that preserve habitat and important intersections for outdoor, place-based learning and kinship with the natural environments of New Hampshire.  John Forti, founding director of Bedrock Gardens in Lee, explores the ways in

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Agriculture Dartmouth - Sunapee Great North Woods GSA Blog Industry Lakes Learning Opportunities Merrimack Valley Monadnock Recorded Program Seacoast Statewide White Mountains 

Learn from a GSA: Beekeeping with Nick W.

Emily McMaster 2611 Views

Listen in to this presentation as Nick teaches us about bees and the equipment he uses for beekeeping.  He shares with us the basics of beekeeping, what getting started entails, zoning, and some examples of beekeeping courses.  Nick has participated in beekeeping for 9 years and enjoys it – join

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Agriculture Dartmouth - Sunapee Great North Woods Industry Lakes Learning Opportunities Merrimack Valley Monadnock Recorded Program Seacoast Statewide White Mountains 

UNH Cooperative Extension Lecture

Emily McMaster 2246 Views

Nate Bernitz, Home Horticulture Outreach Program Manager at UNH Cooperative Extension, shares with us background information about the UNH Cooperative Extension, what they do, and the ways in which they contribute to agriculture in NH. Program recorded March 2021 To earn hours for watching, please fill out this survey here.

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Agriculture Great North Woods Industry Interviews White Mountains 

Interview: The Rocks

Emily McMaster 2336 Views

Meet Nigel Manley, Director of North Country Property, and Anne Truslow, Vice President for Development of the Society for the Protection of NH Forests https://forestsociety.org/the-rocks The Rocks in Bethlehem, New Hampshire is the North Country Conservation & Education Center for the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests. Known as

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Economic Development GSA Blog Industry Interviews Recorded Program 

Interview: One More Look at COVID-19 Before Our Vaccines Kick In

Emily McMaster 2226 Views

Dr. Mark Okrant, Professor Emeritus of Tourism Management & Policy at Plymouth State University, provides an update on his COVID-19 and Tourism series.  Learn more from his research, as of the end of February 2021. Interview conducted February 2021 To earn hours for watching this video, please fill out the

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Agriculture Dartmouth - Sunapee Great North Woods GSA Blog Industry Interviews Lakes Merrimack Valley Monadnock Seacoast Statewide White Mountains 

Interview: Division of Agricultural Development

Emily McMaster 2787 Views

Meet Gail McWilliam Jellie, Director of the Division of Agricultural Development Division of Agricultural Development Department of Agriculture, Markets, & Food The mission of the Division of Agricultural Development is to create market development opportunities that result in increased sales for agricultural producers, and as the department’s public information office,

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Great North Woods GSA Blog Interviews White Mountains 

Interview: Omni Mount Washington Resort

Emily McMaster 2334 Views

Meet Craig Clemmer, Director of Sales & Marketing at Omni Mount Washington Resort www.omnihotels.com As grand as the history behind it, Omni Mount Washington Resort is gracious in ambiance and generous in amenities. A favorite New England retreat of presidents, poets and celebrities, our hotel delights every sense with award-winning

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