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  Golf, Fishing, Covered Wagon Rides, Foliage Trains, Train Rides, Rock Climbing, Hot Air Balloon Rides, Arts, Crafts and Nature, Zipline Treetop Tours, Natural Wonders , Amusement Parks, Moose Tours,
    CavesLost River Gorge and Boulder Caves: When you explore Kinsman Notch and Lost River, you’ll discover a land of remarkable and enduring beauty – a rugged land forged over time by the most powerful forces on earth, which attracts and fascinates visitors today just as it has for generations. For more information see www.findlostriver.com
 Polar Caves: Polar Caves provides quality recreation for hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the world. You can enjoy self-guided cave tours, a Glacial Boulder Maze, Polar Mining, nature trails, waterfowl and animal exhibits. For more information see www.polarcaves.com
 Ruggles Mine: While mostly an open pit mine, there are also giant rooms and tunnels with arched ceilings to explore at your leisure. You can drive right to the top of Isinglass Mountain and park on the summit plateau. Here you are greeted by a vast panorama of valleys, forest and surrounding mountains including Cardigan, Kearsage and Ragged. You can see for miles! A short walk from your car and you are in Pit "A", a man-made canyon with walls of white quartz and feldspar, which gleam like alabaster in the sun. For more information, see www.rugglesmine.com
Fishing
Baseball: The Fisher Cats bring excited AA league baseball to New Hampshire. Spectators have the opportunity to get close the players and the playing field. For additional information including the season schedule see www.nhfishercats.comGreyhound Racing: The Lodge at Belmont: Live greyhound racing during the summer season. Other activities include year-round thoroughbred, harness and greyhound racing from all major tracks plus poker tournaments and live games. The Lodge also offers visitors a selection of good restaurants. www.thelodgeatbelmont.comHiking: Lincoln-Lafayette Loop: The perfect day hike isn't easy to find. So many trips are too short and easy to be satisfying, or too long and strenuous to accommodate a range of abilities. For reasonably experienced outdoor types, the Lincoln- Lafayette Loop in the White Mountains is just right. At 8.8 miles round-trip, it challenges hikers with rugged woodland terrain and rewards them with spectacular views. For more details, see www.franconianotchstatepark.com
Additional Hiking Trails:
Artist's Bluff: Off route 18 in Franconia Notch State Park, just before Echo Lake parking; great view; Short but steep 1 ½ mile, 1-¼ hours;
Basin Cascades Trail: Off route 3 in Franconia Notch State Park; starts at the Basin, ascends along beautiful Cascade Brook, and ends at Cascade Brook Trail. 2 miles; 1 ½ hours or continue to Lonesome Lake for a round trip of 5.2 miles, 4 ¼ hours;
Black Cap Path: 3.7 miles off route 16, Intervale, on Hurricane Mountain Road; trail through spruce and beech forests leads to the bare summit; 2.4 miles, 2 hours;
Boulder Loop Trail: Dugway Road off the Kancamagus Highway; excellent views for relatively little effort; an interpretative leaflet keyed to numbered stations is usually available; 2.8 miles, 2-4 hours;
Diana's Bath: Dirt road off West Side Road, Bartlett; .7 miles past Cathedral Ledge Road; easy relatively flat walk to beautiful rocky cascades; ½ mile, 40 minutes;
Greeley Ponds: 9 ½ miles east of Lincoln on Kancamagus Highway scenic Byway; grades are easy and the ponds beautiful; Upper Greeley Pond, 3 ½ miles, 2 hours; lower pond is 1 mile farther;
Lincoln Woods Wilderness Trail: 4 miles east of Lincoln on Kancamagus Highway; follows an abandoned railway grade; Franconia Falls Cascade, 6.4 miles, 4 hours;
Three Ponds Trail: Off Stinson Lake Road, Warren; a relatively easy walk to an attractive pond and pond side shelter; 5 miles, 3 hours;
Welch-Dickey Loop Trail: Fine view for modest effort; trail begins at the Orris Road parking area off Upper Mad River Road in Waterville Valley; 4.4. miles, 3 hours 10 minutes;
For information on mountain weather, hiking safety and trail conditions contact www.outdoors.org
Horseback Riding: Come and enjoy a 'western style' trail ride at Mountain Side Trails. This family owned ranch provides access to miles and miles of scenic trails. You'll go on adventure rides through rivers and across mountains. Horses for all abilities are available. You can ride for one, two or three hours. Overnight rides, which include dinner and breakfast, are available too. For more information see www.mountainsidetrails.homestead.com. Glynn House guests will receive a 6% discount, when the inn makes the booking for their guests.
Boat Rentals
See www.wildmeadowcanoes.com for additional details.
The Squam Lakes Association rents Canoes, single & double Kayaks & Sailboats on the Squam Lakes. Kayak and sailing instruction is also available. For more information see www.squamlakes.org
Riverside Marina boasts the most diverse rental fleet on Squam. From small aluminum runabouts to roomy and comfortable pontoon boats, they have the vessel to match your idea of fun - gentle cruise, fishing or waterskiing. For more information, see www.riveredgemarina.com
Squam Lakes Camp Resort has a large selection of canoes, fishing boats and pontoon boats. Rentals are available by the day or week for more information, see www.squamlakeresort.com
Paddle the Pemi (* must be able to paddle six miles) Using the "Paddle The Pemi" River Shuttle, you can take a leisurely float in a tube, a 6 mile or 10 mile paddle down the Pemigewasset River on easier Class I water, or an exciting kayak trip over Class II rapids (some experience preferred for class II trip). You can hire boats, or bring your own. Boat rentals and shuttle service, with pick up and return to our store when you're done. It's a great way to spend a summer day, at a very reasonable price! Ski Fanatics provides Pemi river Kayak & canoe rentals. Shuttles allow services enable enthusiasts to travel between 6 and 10 miles and return via shuttle. See www.mtnfanatics.com for more information. Glynn House guests will receive a 10% discount (except Saturday), when the inn makes the booking for their guests.
 Boat Trips: Experience the wonders and beauty of Squam Lake during this guided tour around the most picturesque lake in New England. From Native Americans to modern moviemakers, hear a bit of the lake’s human history through stories of the many people who have enjoyed these lakes for over 5,000 years. You’ll see Church Island with its unique outdoor chapel, view singing loons and experience the unique qualities and majestic features of this wonderful lake. You’ll also see the locations where the big Hollywood starts filmed On Golden Pond. You’ll travel on all-weather Pontoon boats. For further information, see www.nhnature.org  The M/S Mount Washington is an excursion ship sailing on Lake Winnipesaukee. Scenic and dinner dance cruises are offered from early May through October. Lake Winnipesaukee is the largest lake in NH spanning 72 miles at the longest stretch. It is located in the foothills of the White Mountains and is surrounded by three mountain ranges. On a clear day, you can see Mount Washington from the ship. For additional information see www.cruisenh.com
Cruise on Squam Lake for 2.5 hours aboard a 21' bow-rider. Come enjoy a private excursion planned to suit your requirements. Anchor in quiet coves or off sandy beaches. Cruise slowly or speed around the lake. Swim, jump off the famous `jumping rock' and view wildlife. For more information see www.experiencesquam.com.
Ride the classic 'Millie B'! Discover Winnipesaukee's spectacular lake and mountain views, picturesque islands, coves and beautiful summer homes. Experience the classic elegance and thrill of an antique boat ride reminiscent of the Roaring Twenties! For additional details, see www.wolfeborotrolley.com
Enjoy the splendor of Lake Winnipesaukee on a private charter cruise of the lake aboard a custom-built "Downeaster" cruiser. Latitude 43° takes visitors to many areas that are not accessible to larger boats and allows route changes along the way. On your journey, you'll see some of the many islands, magnificent mountains and hidden coves that surround and are a part of Lake Winnipesaukee. www.Latitude43Charters.com
  Cycling and Mt. Biking
Golf: There are a number of excellent golf courses throughout the Lakes and Mountains Region. Courses that accept visitors include: Bethlehem Country Club, Bethlehem www.bethlehemccnhgolf.com Canterbury Woods Country Club Canterbury, www.canterburywoodscc.comDen Brae Golf Course Sanbornton, www.denbrae.comHighland Links Golf Club,Plymouth 603-536-3452Indian Mound Golf Club,Center Ossipee, www.indianmoundgc.com Jack O'Lantern,Woodstock, www.jackolanternresort.com Kingswood Golf Club,Wolfeboro, www.kingswoodgolfclub.comLisbon Village Country Club,Lisbon, www.lisbonvillagegolf.com Lochmere Golf Club,Tilton, www.lochmeregolf.com
Covered Wagon Rides: Do you fancy a ride on a on a picturesque, old fashioned covered wagon pulled by two gallant Belgium Draft horses? They will pull you through the woods during the fall foliage giving you a leisurely opportunity to witness the splendor of Mother Nature's colorful pallet. For more details see www.rockyridgeranch.us
Machine Gun Safari: (summer months only) Whether the action heroes portrayed in Hollywood films captured your imagination, or you are a firearms enthusiast who has always wanted to fire machine guns, come to Machine Gun Safari and experience the thrill of full auto. For more information see www.MACHINEGUNSAFARI.com
Vineyards
ATV Tours: Outback Kayak Adventure offers a terrific ATV tour. There’s something for everybody. For those seeking thrills, you’ll enjoy speeding across open terrain and mountain trails. The spectacular White Mountains scenery will delight riders looking for a more relaxing experience. For more details, see www.outbackkayak.netTake Heritage Farm's ATV Adventure Tours and discover the beautiful backcountry of the Lakes Region. At Heritage Farm, they have thousands of acres and miles of trails for your enjoyment. Whether out for a quite ride or to challenge the trail, they have the tour for you. Trail options include Heritage, Hardscrabble, Whispering Pine, Cliff Hanger and Nightrider. Additional seasonal options include maple sugar and fall foliage trails. For more details, see www.heritagefarm.net
Shooting Ranges: Belmont Firearms Range is one of the premier indoor shooting facilities in New England. Whether it's to rent a firearm from their huge inventory of pistols, revolvers, rifles, shotguns and machine guns, or use your own weapon. You can also take a class from one of their industry certified instructors. For more information, see gunsnh.com/b_range.phpTrain Rides: Enjoy a scenic dinner train ride on The Café Lafayette Dinner Train. You'll pass by the fields and forests of the Pemigewasset River. View spectacular scenery, as you travel through Franconia Notch State Park, home to the Flume Gorge, Cannon Mountain Tram Ride and the once famous "Old Man of the Mountain". Sit back, unwind to the rhythm of the rails, and enjoy a meal beyond your expectations! For more information, see www.nhdinnertrain.comAll aboard the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad and enjoy a nostalgic rail excursion. The train travels 7 miles along the shoreline, always within view of the lake. For more details, see www.hoborr.com/winni.html
Foliage Trains The Hobo Railroad is running scheduled scenic foliage trains with a view of the foliage along the Pemigewasett River. Round trip is 80 minutes and departs Lincoln twice daily - unreserved train. For more information, see www.foliagetrains.com
The Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad operates their tour along the lake. It views Lake Winnipesaukee & the Foliage. Round trip is one or two hours - unreserved train. For more information, see www.foliagetrains.com
Dine along Lake Winnipesaukee on Saturday nights only on 9/23 to 10/21 at 6:00PM. Enjoy the Fall Foliage as you travel the shoreline of the lake while enjoying a delicious Turkey Dinner catered by famous Harts Turkey Farm - by reservation. For more information, see
 Great views of rocky gorges and falls and don't miss the derelict bridge at Livermore Falls. Several stretch, smoke, explore, photo stops. This is an added seasonal route - four hours round trip - four hours round trip - that leaves Meredith towards the north climbing Ashland Hill and
ending in the White Mountains at Livermore Falls - by reservation. For more information, see www.foliagetrains.com
See one of NH's longest double span covered bridge at Beebe River logging town and Campton. Get off at the Hobo Train Station in Lincoln, right in the heart of the White Mountains and Franconia Notch. This is a full day, seasonal route operating twice a year from Meredith north through Livermore Falls and travels an additional 20 miles to reach
the end of the line - by reservation. For more information, see www.foliagetrains.com
Arts, Crafts and NatureSquam Lakes Natural Science Center:
information see www.nhnature.org. Glynn House guests will receive a 14% discount, when the inn makes the booking for their guests.
Tarbin Gardens is the destination for nature lovers, bird and butterfly watchers, photographers, artists and garden enthusiasts. Flowering trees, shrubs and perennials fill the English style gardens creating a parade of new vistas. www.tarbingardens.comSugar Shack: In March, see the smoke from our wood-fired evaporator billow from the maple sugar house chimney - we've even had the fire department called on us! We make our own pure maple syrup, maple sugar candies, maple mustard and maple cream. Your taste buds will explode with delight! Come on in and have a taste of New England! For more information see:
 Benton's Sugar Shack: is a family owned working sugarhouseserving pancake breakfasts, January through mud season and
weekends in the summer. For more information, see
Cheese & Ice Cream Making Tours are offered by Sandwich Creamery. They produce several cheeses and 20+ flavors of ice cream. See Jersey cows and calves, "baby doll" sheep and chickens in the fields. For more information see www.sandwichcreamery.com Christa McAuliffe Planetarium: You can take a journey to the stars in a place where the sky is no limit. It is just the beginning! Visit the Christa McAuliffe Planetarium daily for amazing astronomical adventures in New England's most technologically advanced planetarium theater. You can participate in a rocket-making workshop, make a comet, land the space shuttle or find cool space toys. Walk through the doors into a universe of possibilities! See www.starhop.com for more details. The Annual Lakes Region Fine Arts and Crafts Festival is an outdoor, juried arts and crafts exhibition and sale of fine arts and fine
crafts. The festival features high quality work of over 110 artists and
craftspeople. The festival is held outdoors in Meredith, among the
Meredith village shops and the Mill Falls marketplace. See www.meredithcc.org/artfest.html for additional details.
Castle in the Clouds: The Plant's mountaintop estate Lucknow was built in 1913 /14 on a high promontory of the Ossipee Mountain Range, with a breathtaking vista of Lake Winnipesaukee. The house is an unusual example of Arts and Crafts architecture in New England, expressing the movement's philosophy of living in harmony with nature. The house exhibits skilled hand craftsmanship in every aspect of its interior and exterior, but also features a number of technological innovations of the early 20th century. See www.castleintheclouds.org for additional details.
Mount Washington Observatory: Observing extreme weather atop the Northeast's highest peak for 75+ years. Visit the summit museum for a look at the geology and human history of the mountain. For more information, see www.mountwashington.org
Mount Washington Auto Road: A drive up the Mount Washington Auto Road is a one-of-a-kind experience. Encounter ever-changing weather, panoramic views and four climate zones as you climb the highest point in the Northeast. For more information, see www.mtwashingtonautoroad.com
Moose Tours
Glynn House guests will receive a 10% discount, when the inn makes the booking for their guests.
For the first time ever, the Science Center is offering naturalist-led mini-bus tours to look for these leviathans of the north woods. Tours depart Friday evenings. For more details, see www.nhnature.org.
Zipline Treetop Tours
This will appeal to sightseers and thrill-seekers alike. "Like parachuting without the uncertainty," Conde Naste Traveler writes. "Tourists with a taste for adrenaline are getting a bird's eye view in a new attraction that sends them zipping from tree to tree on a series of high-wire cables and rope bridges," writes the Assoc. Press/MSNBC.
Alpine Adventures recommend that guests are over 10 years old, but there are also some weight parameters: 70 lbs. - 240 lbs. due to the gravity-fed nature of the course. Open year-round. Current schedule runs Friday -Sunday, 9, 11, 1 and 3 pm. Weekdays by appointment - June - August open 7 days/week; tours may run every hour from 9 am to 3 pm if there is demand.
Glynn House guests will receive a 6% discount, when the inn makes the booking for their guests.
Natural WondersFlume Gorge This 800 foot long chasm at the base of Mount Liberty has been impressing passerby since it was discovered in 1808. Its walls of Conway granite stretch 90 feet high. Keep an eye out for the Flume Covered Bridge - one of the oldest in the State. See www.flumegorge.com for more details.
Amusement Parks
Whale's Tale Waterpark: At the Whale's Tale Water Park, the whole family can play in the only wave pool in the White Mountains. Ride the big waves or relax in the gentle ones at the shallow end. No need to worry about sand or salt. A splashing good time awaits you at the Whale's Tale Water Park. Streak down the speed slides, twist through the flume slides, or splash down the 360 foot tube ride with clean, clear filtered water. For more information see www.whalestalewaterpark.net
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Glynn House Inn Bed and Breakfast
The Perfect New Hampshire Bed and Breakfast Experience!
59 Highland Street ~ P.O. Box 719 ~ Ashland, New Hampshire (NH) 03217
Toll Free: (866) 686-4362 ~ Telephone: (603) 968-3775
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