Regions > Great North Woods

Wild, remote and sparsely populated, the Great North Woods is New Hampshire's last frontier. Yet, even in this remote region, an event of national importance takes place: the first votes in the U.S. Presidential Primary are cast every four years in tiny Dixville Notch.

On the eve of the state's presidential primary, the registered voters of Dixville Notch (about 30 people) meet in the Ballot Room of The Balsams Grand Resort Hotel, itself a 15,000-acre state treasure. Since 1968 the town of Dixville Notch has consistently predicted the Republican nominee.

The entire region is a melting pot of languages and lifestyles offering outdoor adventures that display an untouched beauty. Berlin, "the city that trees built," is the state's northernmost city. Falls on the Androscoggin River provided power as Berlin developed early into a center for logging and wood industries. The Northern Forest Heritage Park has an amphitheater and a logging history museum to preserve the city's past. Work is under way on Jericho Lake State Park, 7,200 acres featuring 350 miles of off-road trails for ATV riding. Lancaster is a town that seems suspended in time.

The crisp fall air always seems redolent of hot apple cider or ripe pumpkins. Lancaster is the home of Christies Maple Farm and Maple Museum. The John Wingate Weeks Historic Site is a 420-acre estate once owned by a former U.S. senator and secretary of war. A little farther north, Colebrook celebrates the North Country Moose Festival. Just past the town of Stewartstown is the 45° North Latitude, the halfway point between the Equator and the North Pole. Trout fishing is a popular pastime at Coleman State Park. The Thirteen Mile Woods in Errol provides a relaxing drive through forests and along the Androscoggin River.

Covering the entire top of the state, Pittsburg borders Canada's Province of Quebec and holds Lake Francis and the three Connecticut Lakes, where the Connecticut River begins its 410-mile journey to Long Island Sound.

The Great North Woods Region is one of the few places left in the country where one can fully mesh with Mother Nature.

These Points of Interests are entertaining or educational places that are geared toward children or fun for the whole family.

Northern Forest Heritage Park
961 Main St.
Berlin, NH
Ph: 603-752-7202
More information: www.northernforestheritage.org

Northern Forest Moose Tours
961 Main Street
Berlin, NH 03570
Ph: 603-752-7202

St. Kieran Community Center for the Arts
155 Emery Street
Berlin, NH 03570
Ph: 603-752-1028
More information: http://www.stkieranarts.org/

North Woods Rafting
308 Milan Rd (Rt. 16)
Milan, NH 03588
Ph: 603-449-2628
More information: www.northwoodsrafting.com

Annual Sno-Deo, Stewartstown
March 4 - 5, 2011

Thousands of snowmobile enthusiasts will converge on Coleman State Park for two day sof fun and food at the Swift Diamond Riders Sno-Deo, sponsored by the Riders. Those attending will be able to check out next year's line of snowmobiles by taking demo rides and visit the Antique Snowmobile Museum and warming hut that supplies food, heat and sells clothing.
More information: www.nhsnodeo.com

Culture/Heritage Festival, Berlin
June 4, 2011

Sample delicious French, German, Irish, Italian, Norwegian, Russian and Native American food, prepared fresh by chefs from the region's finest restaurants. Listen to a wide variety of music and worldwide entertainment, arts, crafts and historic displays.
For more information, visit northernforestheritage.org

35th Annual Blessing of the Motorcycles, Colebrook
June 24-26, 2011

Annual blessing of the motorcycles in Colebrook and annual Great North Woods Ride In.
For more information, visit nhblessingofthebikes.com/

Moose Festival, Colebrook
August 26-28, 2011

For 17 years the North Country Chamber of Commerce has coordinated the Moose Festival to celebrate the largest of North Country animals. The abundance and majesty of the local moose population, coupled with the tapestry of mountains, lakes, and streams places this Festival in the heart of a most desirable, peaceful vacation destination. Filled with sidewalk sales, a quilt and art show, plenty of food, moose calling contest, rubber ducky race and live music, this event is fun for the whole family.
For more information, visit www.moosefestival.com

Lancaster Fair, Lancaster
August 31 - September 5, 2011

Looking for the largest fun-filled family event in the Great North Woods? Look no further!! The undisputed king is the Lancaster Fair that has been open for 138 years in succession. The Labor Day weekend extravaganza spotlights agriculture activities, a large midway, 4-H exhibits, diverse musical entertainment and motorized competitions (pulling events and the ever-popular Demolition Derby), The grounds also boast wide clean midways and free parking.
For more information, visit www.lancasterfair.com

River Fire, Berlin
October 22, 2011

The unique Great North Woods event features a duck race, hayrides, carnival, haunted village, pie-eating contest and talent show, as well as vendors and exhibitors. The centerpiece come as night falls, when Berlin lights bonfires on the river, creating a stunning display of flames on the water.
More information: northernforestheritage.org/river_fire

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Great North Woods Vintage Snowmobile Race	Details
Subject: Community Events City: Pittsburg Address: Farr Road (directions) Website: Great North Woods Vintage Snowmobile Race Description!: Return with us now to those thrilling days of yesteryear when snowmobile racing was within reach of the average Joe. In 1973 new machine prices [...]

Sleigh and Wagon Rides!	Details
Subject: Community Events City: Pittsburg Address: 3329 US RT.3 North (directions) Website: Bear Tree Description!: We are very excited to be able to offer guest a private or group ride on Saturdays throughout the winter. You'll feel like your transported back [...]

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