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Re-discover the White Mountains With Major Travel on Hold, Explore Options Closer to Home The past year presented many challenges, but has also been a revelation for many of us who have come to recognize that with a few tweaks we can often turn a disappointing situation from “a glass half empty” to “a glass half full” with a little imagination and creativity. When you’re unable to take your usual winter trip to relax on a sunny Caribbean beach with a fruity drink in hand, have to postpone hiking in the Italian Dolomites, or cancel plans to scuba dive off the coast of Australia — but still long for time away from your usual daily routine, set your sights closer to home and explore nearby activities and attractions. With at least several more months of social distancing, mask wearing and hand washing ahead, we’ve highlighted a few destinations to explore across the White Mountains to lift your spirits and weather the winter into spring months. Imagine you are a tourist from another country arriving to visit the storied White Mountains! 355 Kinsman Road, Franconia, NH 03580 603.770.1630 • starer@aol.com www.leighbstarerllc.com 14 Realty Magazine PeabodySmithMagazineWinter.indd 16 2021-02-22 2:15 PM
Old Man of the Mountain Pollyanna Statue The bronze Pollyanna statue on the lawn of the Littleton Library is a prime photo op stop for any visitor to the region. The cheerful statue is a reminder of the fictional Pollyanna, whose name is now synonymous with gladness and optimism. Sleigh Rides “Dashing through the snow / In a one-horse open sleigh / O’er the fields we go / Laughing all the way…” How many times have you heard that song and wished you could experience just such a sleigh ride on a sunny winter’s day, bundled under blankets against the frosty weather and with the horse’s bells jingling all the way? Snuggle up with your sweetie or arrange a surprise for the kids when you book a sleigh ride at The Franconia Inn. Dash through snow-covered fields in an antique red sleigh pulled by a magnificent Belgian draft horse while you admire the frosty peaks of Mount Lafayette, Cannon Mountain and the Kinsman range in the distance. When New Hampshire’s beloved icon, the Old Man of the Mountain, collapsed in 2003, efforts were soon underway to commemorate the historic stone profile that for centuries had stood above Franconia Notch. Today, seven steel profile pillars recreate the Old Man’s image and give visitors a taste of what the original visage looked like. Dozens of paver stones adorn Profile Plaza with the names and messages of well-wishers. Mount Washington Cog Railway The world’s first mountain climbing cog railway was built by veterans of the Civil War, and has been ferrying passengers to the summit of 6,288-foot Mount Washington since 1869. During the winter months, weather permitting, visitors can take a shorter but still spectacular journey up the western flank of the mountain to Waumbek Station, an alpine meadow at about 4,000 feet. A fire pit, warming huts and complimentary hot beverages will keep you toasty while you savor the view. Mount Washington Cog Railway Choose from a one-horse or two-horse sleigh at Bretton Woods and enjoy an excursion around the historic grounds of the Omni Mount Washington Resort where visitors have vacationed for over 100 years. Afternoon and evening rides are available. Canopy Tours Canopy tours that zip you through the treetops provide an exhilarating adventure. The landscape changes with the seasons, but the adrenaline thrill of pushing off a platform and zipping through the air remains. Expect incredible views of the White Mountains, accompanied by the thrill of flying though lush foliage during the warm weather months, autumn’s dazzling leaf colors, or winter’s crisp whites, blacks and greys punctuated with the deep greens of pine, fir, spruce and other conifers. Courtesy Photo, Franconia Inn Sleigh Rides Pollyanna Statue Alpine Adventures in Lincoln offers three zipline canopy tour choices, from tame to thrill seeker. Excursions last from two to three hours. Open year-round. Covered Bridges New Hampshire’s 54 historic covered bridges are a magnet for visitors, charmed by the cleverly crafted sturdy wooden structures that have long provided travellers with the means to go from one side of a river to another. Some of the covered bridges were built in the 1800s, while others have been rebuilt to replace those lost to fires and floods. Many are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Plan an outing to explore some of these treasures and recall an era when residents crossed the wooden floorboards by horse or horse and buggy. If possible, get out of your car and stroll across the bridges to note the craftsmanship and intricate details each offers, while listening to the water rushing just yards below your feet! www.RealtyMagazine.us 15 PeabodySmithMagazineWinter.indd 17 2021-02-22 2:15 PM
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