15 Things Only People From New Hampshire Understand

The Granite State boasts some of the most impressive scenery in the country. #50by30 goal aims to keep it that way, with a plan that would achieve more than 50% clean energy by 2030.

1. Serenity is watching that captivating sunset over Lake Winnipesaukee.

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Summers spent on the lake are refreshing for the entire soul.

2. Fall in New Hampshire is a magical wonderland of color.

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Fall, never change. 🍂🍁🍃

3. Going to the the top of Mount Washington is a rite of passage.

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Because the view from the top is impeccable! 😎😎

4. A perfect summer day is spent floating down the Merrimack River.

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5. Or the Kancamagus Highway if you're feeling more adventurous.

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Those slippery rocks are nature's waterslide.

6. Weirs Beach will forever own a piece of your heart.

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✓ Boardwalk

✓ Arcades

✓ Shops

✓ Beaches

✓ Go-karts

✓ Restaurants

✓ Boats

7. The annual sand sculpture contest on Hampton Beach is everything.

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Watch your step.

8. We are still mourning the Old Man of the Mountain.

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RIP. ;(

9. There's history tucked away on every side street.

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Like the various wooden covered bridges that were built back in the 1800s.

10. The ski slopes are some of the best in New England.

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The White Mountains are where it's goin' down FOR REAL.

11. Speaking of snow, it's essentially part of our DNA.

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And only the strong survive.

12. We feel safe as hell with all that granite rock under us.

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Earthquake protection at it finest. 👌

13. Afternoon hikes are the best workouts.

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So many trails, so little time!

14. Yes, we live free.

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Freedom wins.

15. And yes, we love our home state.

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I ♥ NH

Click here to learn more about how to preserve the natural beauty that makes places like New Hampshire so special.

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