Welcoming the World to NH since 1996
Program recorded April 2022 To earn hours for watching, please fill out this survey here. Kat Kelleher, NH Lakes Program Assistant, presented on the Lake Host program. Around the state, hundreds of Lake Hosts can be identified by their signature blue t-shirts and eagle-eyes for aquatic invasive species. Staffed at
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Meet Anne Englert, Clark’s Bears https://clarksbears.com/ The Clark Family invites you to enjoy a day of FAMILY FUN! Where else can you watch a famous Black Bear Show, be chased by the Infamous Wolfman while on a train, plus enjoy great rides and museums? Guests like to cool off on
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Meet Ashlee Rowley, Executive Director of Lake Sunapee Region Chamber of Commerce, and Elyse Crossman, Executive Director of Greater Claremont Chamber of Commerce LoveSullivan website Sullivan County in the central western part of NH is where the beauty of natural attractions, our rich history & culture, amazing food, events of
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By: Emily McMaster, GSA Communications Director and Leadership Greater Concord Class of 2022 Participant *Cover photo courtesy of the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce This year, I have the privilege of participating in the Leadership Greater Concord Class of 2022. Once a month, we get together with our class to
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By: Emily McMaster, Communications Director of NH Granite State Ambassadors In 1996, Granite State Ambassadors started as a committee underneath the Southern NH Convention and Visitors Bureau. NHGSA evolved into its own 501(c)3 nonprofit in 1999, under the guidance of its three co-founders: Judi Window, Executive Director of the Southern
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Meet Krystal Balanoff, Conservation Program Manager nhlakes.org/lake-host NH LAKES Mission: To keep New Hampshire’s lakes clean and healthy, now and in the future. We work with partners, promote clean water policies and responsible use, and inspire the public to care for our lakes. NH LAKES: Why We Do What We
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Meet DJ Grandmaison, Sales & Marketing at Lef Farms https://lef-farms.com/ We believe that any lettuce that has to travel cross country to get to you can’t be called fresh. That’s why we grow our lettuce right here in New Hampshire 365 days a year and deliver it to your local
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Meet Michelle Bersaw, UNH Cooperative Extension – 4H, and KidZone Coordinator https://www.nhfarmandforestexpo.org/ The KidZone at NH Farm, Forest & Garden is an interactive spot for kids of all ages to learn about agriculture through hands on-activities. There is a variety of self-lead stations set up for families to engage with
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December 2021 was the final month of our 25th anniversary, and it was an incredibly successful wrap-up month! The theme for December was Historical Resources. We participated in events and celebrations, as well as virtual programs. Virtual Program GSA held a virtual program that focused on history in NH: The
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Meet Jeff Barraclough, Executive Director https://moffattladd.org/ A National Historic Landmark open to the public as a museum since 1912 The purpose of the Moffatt-Ladd House and Garden is to interpret American, New Hampshire, and Portsmouth history through the lives and possessions of the inhabitants of the house, both free and
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PRESS RELEASE December 10, 2021 For immediate release Contact: Emily McMaster, Communications Director NH Granite State Ambassadors 240-621-0638 / emily@nhgsa.com NH GSA Honored by Governor Sununu Concord, NH — On December 8th, 2021, NH Granite State Ambassadors was honored by Governor Sununu with a proclamation in recognition of
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Meet Amy Loader, Associate Director, UNH Extension, and Ken LaValley, Vice Provost of Outreach and Engagement/Director of UNH Extension https://extension.unh.edu/ Since 1915, the University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension (UNH Extension) has improved people’s lives by providing research-based information and non-formal education programs on topics important to the state. Through
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PRESS RELEASE October 25, 2021 For immediate release Contact: Emily McMaster Communications Director NH Granite State Ambassadors emily@nhgsa.com Tourism Volunteers Recognized at Annual AMBIEs Ceremony Manchester, NH – NH Granite State Ambassadors (NHGSA) recently recognized almost 100 NH tourism volunteers for their efforts at the Annual AMBIEs Awards Event
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By: GSA Leigh Polish, Fitzwilliam Inn Class of 2019 Every year on the third weekend of September, the Highland Games take place at Loon Mountain. Due to Covid-19, as well as some construction being done at the ski resort, the festival was somewhat smaller this year. However, that did not
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By: GSA Roberta Wells, The Hotel Concord Class of 2019 New Hampshire currently only has a 2.5% unemployment rate. Within the past month, there have been over 8000 jobs posted across all industries and all levels. nhworks.org The Industries currently with In Demand Openings include: Construction Manufacturing Health Care
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Meet James Wrigley, Director of White Mt. Lodging Operations at Appalachian Mountain Club https://www.outdoors.org/destinations/massachusetts-and-new-hampshire/ The Appalachian Mountain Club is dedicated to the protection, enjoyment, and understanding of the outdoors. Set up base camp at one of our scenic lodges, each with a style of its own, then walk out the
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Celebrate Portsmouth Peace Treaty Day — the day ALL NH citizens were ambassadors to the world — and NH history that is especially important to Granite State Ambassadors! In 2010, the New Hampshire Legislature unanimously passed legislation designating September 5, Portsmouth Peace Treaty Day, recognizing the importance of the 1905
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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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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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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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