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GSA Blog
Articles written for and by Granite State Ambassadors
Tour: Discovering the Wonders of the UNH Astronomical Observatory
On September 7, a group of 28 Granite State Ambassadors (GSAs) visited the University of New Hampshire (UNH) campus in Durham to explore and learn about the UNH Astronomical Observatory.
This place is truly a gem, offering regular monthly viewing sessions, special programs, family-friendly events, and gatherings for the public to enjoy. With its impressive collection of astronomy equipment, including two domes with high light-gathering telescopes, a new digital telescope, and various portable telescopes, the observatory is a haven for astronomy enthusiasts.
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Social Lunch at Smokeshow Barbeque in Concord
By: Sarah Brown, Comfort Inn Concord GSA Class of 2011 A group of 26 GSAs started the month off at Smokeshow Barbeque in Concord, and a great start of the month it was! The best part of the lunch meet up was the participation of experienced people and new members
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Blog: Exploring Dartmouth and Lyme: A Journey through Art, History, and Nature
See all photos This tour was created after a conversation between a guest and a Granite State Ambassador (GSA) working at the Hooksett North Rest Area. The guest, Liz Ryan Cole, who happens to be a partner in the Loch Lyme Lodge in Lyme, NH, expressed interest in the GSA
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Interview – Whaleback Mountain, Enfield NH
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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WHALEBACK MOUNTAIN CLASS OF 2023
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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Conversation with OLLI at UNH
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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An Historic Day in Portsmouth at the Historical Society, John Paul Jones House and Strawbery Banke
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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GSA Spring Recap
Granite State Ambassadors have had a successful first half of 2023, with a variety of events and educational opportunities. Learn more about where our Granite State Ambassadors (GSAs) are volunteering and what topics they are learning more about to better refer our guests around the state! April 2023 Volunteer Hours
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Blog: Lebanon is NH’s Community Arts Meca
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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GSAs Experience the NH Boat Museum’s Newest 28-foot, Wooden Hacker-Craft, the Miss Lauren
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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A GSA Journey Up North – Squam Lakes Natural Science Center
By: GSA Mary O, GSA Mill Falls at the Lake Class of 2015 Since March 2020, there has been a ‘hold’ on a GSA Social Get-Together at the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center in Holderness, NH. On June 12, 2023, the event was finally held with about 20 GSA
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Social Committee: An Amazing Visit to The Flying Goose Brew Pub & Grill in New London
By: Kristin Judge, GSA Hampton Area Chamber / NH Parks Class 2022 On May 11th a group of the Granite State Ambassadors visited long-time running brewery and restaurant The Flying Goose, which has been in operation since 1993 by the Mills family. Located in New London, NH and easily accessible
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Virtual Program: UNH Observatory & Eclipse 2024
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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GSA Visit to Canterbury Shaker Village, a National Historic Landmark
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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Seacoast New Hampshire Class of 2023
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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Tour: Owl’s Nest Resort and Campton Village
By: Emily McMaster, GSA Operations and Communications Director As I drove up 93 North in liquid sunshine, I was thinking about how our group of GSAs would be exploring a new area that we hadn’t really explored much before. We had a group of 24 GSAs ready for an adventure!
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GSA Winter Recap
By: Emily McMaster, Operations and Communications Director Granite State Ambassadors have had a successful start to 2023, with a variety of events and educational opportunities. Learn more about where our Granite State Ambassadors (GSAs) are volunteering and what topics they are learning more about to better refer our guests around
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Our trip to Parker’s Maple Barn was sweet and informative!!
By: Sue Geyer, Currier Museum of Art GSA Class of 2010 Recently a group of GSAs had the pleasure of enjoying a Sugar Party at Parker’s Maple Barn in Mason, NH. What a treat!! We started with a guided tour of their 19th century Sugar House. Unfortunately, it was a
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