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Interview: Stay Work Play

Meet Will Stewart, Executive Director of Stay Work Play https://stayworkplay.org/ Stay Work Play NH (SWP) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that was established in 2009 to further the 55% Initiative, support and advance several recommendations made by the Governor’s Task Force for the Recruitment and Retention of a Young Workforce for New

Blog: History with a side of dinner

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

Kayaking Trip to Crystal Lake & Swains Lake

By: Linda Duquette, GSA Stark Brewing Class of 2017   This trip took us to Crystal Lake in Gilmanton, NH   This lake is crystal clear – you can see so far down. The mountains surrounding this lake are breathtaking.  The boat ramp has plenty of parking and the ramp

A Day Well Spent at Hampton Beach

By: Emily Goulet, GSA Communications Director At the end of May, we visited Hampton Beach for a day to learn about all that the beach has to offer.  Whether or not you’ve been to Hampton Beach once, or every summer, there is a lot to learn about the community, the

Interview: True Confections Candies & Gifts, Concord

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,

Staff Update and NH Gives

NH Gives – June 8, 5pm – June 9, 5pm – Donate or optional Membership Support at https://www.nhgives.org/organizations/nh-granite-state-ambassadors So far, as of 5:20pm, we had $915 of your generous donations matched!! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL YOUR DEDICATION AND SUPPORT – YOU ARE INCREDIBLE!! Hi everyone!  We wanted to

A Day Trip with AMTRAK

By: Emily Goulet, GSA Communications Director There is something so quaint about riding a train to get somewhere…I don’t know if it’s the ambience, or the ability to sit back and relax while watching the towns whizz by, but it sure is special!  On Thursday May 27th, our GSAs had

Press Release: Founder’s Day

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

Interview: Squam Lakes Association

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

First Paddle of 2021

By: GSA Linda Duquette, Class of Stark Brewing Company 2017 My first paddle of 2021.   Lake Pawtuckaway.  Launched  boat at Fundy Cove,  great lake for a nice paddle. Many islands you can get out and picnic on and swim.  Lots of fishing as well if that is your thing.    

May Recap

Our 25th Anniversary celebrations were in full swing in May for our Seacoast month!  We learned so much about the Seacoast region through virtual programs, interviews, and in-person tours. Virtual Programs We hosted two virtual programs in May.  Our first panel featured some historical locations in Portsmouth.  Our Explore Portsmouth

George and Georgette Are Back!

If you’ve been a Granite State Ambassador for a few years, you might remember GSA George and GSA Georgette.  Guess what?  They’re back! CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD YOUR COPY TO PRINT, COLOR & TRAVEL WITH. It all started many years ago with Flat Stanley.  Anne and Dick Hatin, GSA League

Interview: NH Forts

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

Lecture: GSA Author Panel

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

Interview: Star Island

Emily had the good fortune to interview Joe Watts, CEO of Star Island, to learn how he came to Star Island and about the fun and adventure to be found on her shores. Find out more about Star Island at https://starisland.org. Interview recorded in May 2021 To earn hours for

Perk: Explore NH’s Seacoast

Special 25th Anniversary Perks All actively volunteering GSAs are invited to visit Strawbery Banke and the Seacoast Science Center during their 2021 seasons. If you are scheduled to volunteer, or normally would have been volunteering this year but couldn’t because of COVID, you are still eligible to receive tickets. To

Heritage Museum Trail Passport Program

Available to GSAs and the general public Statewide, NH—May 10, 2021— 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

Explore Portsmouth Panel

Listen in to this recorded program from some local Portsmouth attractions for a Portsmouth Historical Panel. These attractions share with us an overview of their site, as well as its historical significance. Our panelists include: Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth – Jan Smith, Visitor/Tour Guide Gundalow Company – Andy Goodell,

Interview: Friends of Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouses

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

25th Anniversary: April – Great North Woods

We continued our 25th anniversary celebrations in April with our Great North Woods month.  It was wonderful to learn more about the Great North Woods region through various interviews and virtual programs. We hosted two virtual programs in April, and our first was a panel entitled Exploring the Great North