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Today we have Alex Lahood, Director of Business Operations for Whaleback Mountain in Enfield NH with us. Whaleback recently hosted a Granite State Ambassador Certification Training for us and we had such a wonderful experience and are excited to share a bit of what we learned with you.
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We are excited to have 20 new GSAs graduate as part of the Whaleback Mountain Class of 2023. Congratulations and welcome! What an amazing host organization. We were so impressed with all this mountain has accomplished and it’s mission. Whaleback is more than a mountain, it is a community. With
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OLLI at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) is a member-driven, volunteer based educational program for lifelong learners who are eager to explore ideas and interests in a safe and relaxed environment, with a community of peers. Volunteer curriculum committees develop programs in response to member interests. Courses are non-credit.
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By GSA Barbara Bailey with input from GSA Joan Gonser
On Wednesday, July 12th a group of about 18 GSA’s gathered in Portsmouth for an opportunity to learn about the city’s history. Our first stop was the Portsmouth Historical Society on Middle Street. We were greeted with coffee and pastries and enjoyed some social time before beginning our tour led by Program and Volunteer Coordinator Sarah Robbitts-Terry.
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A group of GSA welcome center volunteers participated in an informative and interesting tour of Lebanon NH’s arts scene hosted by the Upper Valley Business Alliance (https://www.uppervalleybusinessalliance.com/). Stops included the new welcome center in Colburn Park, the Lebanon Opera House, Upper Valley Music Center, and the AVA Gallery along with a poke through the Farmer’s Market. Colburn Park is a public gathering & entertainment venue at the heart of Lebanon’s historic district and is close to restaurants, shops, historic buildings and even the Northern Rail Trail.
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The Miss Lauren is one of the New Hampshire Boat Museum’s two 28-foot mahogany, triple cockpit “woodies” and is a replica 1928 Hacker-Craft that is accurate down to the seat colors. Our Granite State Ambassador welcome center volunteers had the magical opportunity to experience the golden age of boating when wooden boats ruled the lakes.
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On May 22nd, our GSAs were honored to hear a program given by John Gianforte, Director of the UNH Observatory about the UNH Observatory and the Total Solar Eclipse happening on April 8th 2024. Watch in a separate screen: https://www.screencast.com/t/P0sVxlwdZt9 Program recorded May 2023 To earn hours for
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Photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/r2jwqFXvW1tXtG9a7 Written by GSA Roz Lowen, Waterville Valley Resort Class of 2017 On May 22, 2023, we were treated to a tour of the Canterbury Shaker Village. The Shakers originated in England in 1747 and migrated to NY. Canterbury Shaker Village in Canterbury, NH was established in 1792. No
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Welcome to the incredible Granite State Ambassadors New Hampshire Seacoast Class of 2023! Thank you to our generous sponsors and the 25 presenting partners that made this happen! Sponsored by Hampton Area Chamber of Commerce – Hampton, NH, The Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth, Seacoast Science Center, Atlantic Grill Rye
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On March 2, 2023, Granite State Ambassadors was featured on NH Chronicle. It was a fun day of shooting and we are thrilled with the results. Thank you Jean Makin of WMUR! https://www.wmur.com/article/nh-chronicle-the-granite-state-ambassadors/43062273
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Thank you for your interest in becoming an Official NH Granite State Ambassador (NHGSA) Volunteer Center. We are over 2,000 strong since 1996. Our professional Granite State Ambassador (GSA) certification program not only leaves our graduates with our “It’s Always Sunny in New Hampshire” attitude, it gives our volunteers and
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Watch video in new window Hello to all our GSAs and partners! We wanted to take this time to wish you a wonderful and joyous holiday season. We hope that you can enjoy time spent with your family and friends. We are looking forward to some quality time with our
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Great NH Restaurants’ Charitable Trust made a generous donation to assist our Granite State Ambassador volunteer’s learning opportunities. We would like to share some of the other wonderful initiatives they support. Thank you! —– Bedford, New Hampshire – On Monday, August 16, 2021, the 8th annual FEEDNH.org golf tournament was held
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The Inn at East Hill Farm is a unique inn and retreat center where guests can have an authentic farm experience along with resort amenities. Join Emily as she interviews Sheri St. Laurent about the Inn and the Monadnock Region. To earn hours for watching this video, please fill out
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by GSA Roberta Wells Gilmanton is a quintessential, charming, New England Village that today is a bit off the beaten path yet not far from everything. Route 107 runs right through the heart of the town and provides a scenic drive with occasional sweeping views. Located in the center
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Emily had the sweet treat to interview Paul, owner of True Confections Candies and Gifts on Loudon Road in Concord. www.TrueConfectionsNH.com Interview recorded in May 2021 To earn hours for watching this video, please fill out the survey here. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates on hours, products,
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PRESS RELEASEJune 3, 2021For immediate release Contact: Emily Goulet, Communications Director NH Granite State Ambassadors240-621-0638 / emily@nhgsa.com Photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/oKS2XWDt5eX7qKQJ8 GSA Founder’s Day a Success Chichester, NH — NH Granite State Ambassadors celebrated Founder’s Day on June 1st at Chuckster’s in Chichester to commemorate their 25th anniversary. NH Granite State
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Listen in as Emily talks with Squam Lakes Association’s Director and Conservationist, EB James. The Squam Lakes Association is dedicated to conserving for public benefit the natural beauty, peaceful character, and resources of the watershed. In collaboration with local and state partners the SLA promotes the protection, careful use, and
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We were honored to have the opportunity to talk to three of our favorite GSA authors, Richard Hatin, Mark Okrant and Michael Bruno. Program recorded May 2021 To earn hours for watching, please fill out this survey here. Richard Hatin – www.RichardHatin.com Mark Okrant – www.MarkOkrant.com Michael Bruno – www.CruisingNewHampshireHistory.com
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