THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2020 GILFORD, N.H. Gilford schools move forward with reopening plan

BY ERIN PLUMMER [email protected] The Gilford School Board approved a plan for re- opening schools this fall and now the district is pre- paring for what the school year will look like. On Aug. 4, the school board approved a plan pre- sented by Superintendent Kirk Beitler on reopening schools including giving parents virtual and in-per- son learning options and a number of safety proto- cols to protect against the spread of COVID-19. Beitler said the board overall approved the plan overall, but did change the plan regarding when stu- dents would all be in the schools. The plan proposed that different grades come to school on a staggered schedule between Sept. 8-11 with the plan of having all students in the buildings by Oct. 5. The school board, however, agreed to change that and have stu- dents in the schools by Sept. 14. The board approved the plan at the end of a four- and-a-half-hour meeting. Beitler said there were a lot of questions about what they would do to keep kids safe and maintain safety. He said it seemed like a lot of people seemed anxious to get the students back in the schools. More details would be discussed at the next meet- ing about athlete safety, performing arts, and more finer details about the reopening plan. Parents have been asked what learning model they prefer for their children and will have the op- portunity to make that decision into the first trimes- File Photo ter of school. Gilford schools are getting ready to welcome students back in the buildings this fall while also offering virtual options. SEE SCHOOLS PAGE 7 Man dies in accident The return of sports… at town docks and sports coverage

BY ERIN PLUMMER Murphy, Jr., 77-year- ficulty staying on the BY JOSHUA SPAULDING certainly be impacted by that inhabit the schools [email protected] old and Ronald C. Bick- surface of the water and Sports Editor the Covid-19 pandemic, we cover, which range One person died and ford, both of Laconia, went beneath the sur- REGION — At this there will probably be from Prospect Mountain another was seriously were boarding their face multiple times. A point, high school sports some differences in the High School in Alton in injured after going over- boat at the town dock number of Good Samari- are scheduled to return coverage the papers pro- the south to Groveton board from their boat at on Wednesday, Aug. 12. tans on the docks rushed next month, and if all vide compared to what High School in the north. the Gilford town docks. Bickford lost his balance to their aid, grabbing goes as planned, cover- readers might be used to. We are going to do our According to a state- and landed in the water, their arms and holding age of high school sports Salmon Press is ask- best to cover as much as ment from New Hamp- and Murphy jumped in them until rescue crews in your local Salmon ing for the help of the we possibly can, but as shire Marine Patrol, after him. According to arrived. Press newspaper will local community in pro- the fall sports season 66-year-old James P. witnesses both had dif- SEE ACCIDENT PAGE 7 also be returning. viding the coverage of gets underway, there is But just as sports will the teams and athletes SEE SPORTS PAGE 7 Pub Mania teams pivot Bike Week starts this for the kids weekend, with many changes

Courtesy 2019 Top Pub Mania Team Captains (front left to right) Lisa Cornish (The Downtown Gym); Kathy and Will Swart (Laconia Harley Davidson), Susan Cummins, Mitch Hammel, Greg and Deb Peverly (Verani Realty).

REGION — Referred Dollar contest. event gives us some real to as the backbone of “Last year’s team set momentum.” the Pub Mania event, the bar very high,” said The Pub Mania teams the 31 teams and 75 team Dodds, Marketing Man- participating in the 2020 captains had begun to ager at LHD, “but we’re It’s for the Kids Commu- wonder if or how the 24- fortunate to have the nity Challenge include: hour barstool challenge backing of owners Steve Amoskeag Beverag- would happen in the face and Anne Deli, who are es: John Valliere & Tim of the Covid-19 pandem- very supportive of the Quinn ic. Children’s Auction. Bar Hum Bugs: Steph- File Photo “I think we all were We’re excited about this anie Caldon Bike Week begins this weekend, though many events like the POW/MIA Freedom Ride are off wondering if we’d be new version.” Barstool Bankers: for 2020. able to pull it off this Holly Ruggeiri has Becky Reposa, Stacy year,” said Greg Peverly, been a Pub Mania Team Trites, Jami Bourdeau & BY ERIN PLUMMER warnings about precau- Charlie St. Claire, the co-Team Captain of Ve- Captain for Ladies of the Kristi Maciejewski [email protected] tions against COVID-19, city agreed to let Bike rani Realty and winner Lake for the last 5 years, Birdies for a Cause: REGION — Bikes will a number of canceled Week go on as scheduled of the 2019 Outstanding and now is taking on the Allison Mitzel & Rachael be roaring through the events, and restrictions in August. This agree- Participation Award. role of Co-Chair for the Rollins Lakes Region starting on vendors and live mu- ment came with caveats. “So when we were called new Challenge event. Blue Angels: Faith this weekend for the 97th sic. According to the draft about this new event, I “We know it will be Francis annual Laconia Bike This year’s Bike minutes of the July 13 think we were anticipat- extremely difficult to BNH We Got This Week, which will look a Week was postponed Laconia City Council ing some kind of change. top last year’s overall Warriors: Cindy Audia lot different this year be- from June due to the meeting, the city agreed Our colleagues here at fundraising total” said & Jim Glover cause of the pandemic. pandemic and resched- to not issue any vendors’ Verani understand this Ruggieri, “so our goal Body Covers: Sarah Laconia Motorcy- uled for August. After permits along Lakeside is not about the event, this year is to double the Gray cle Week 2020 will offi- much discussion and Avenue. Councilor Tony it’s about the kids.” number of teams and be BPS: Keith McBey & cially start this Satur- review including in- Felch did advocate for Meghan Dodds is the positioned for growth in Randy Remick day, Aug. 22, and run put from residents and nonprofit organizations new team captain for La- 2021 and beyond. Hav- Café Déjà Vu: Brenda through next Sunday, business owners as well to be able to have vendor conia Harley Davidson, ing the Pub Mania teams Aug. 30. This year the as talks with Laconia SEE MANIA PAGE 7 SEE BIKE WEEK PAGE 7 winner of last year’s Top step up for this new rally comes with ample Motorcycle Week chair A2 THE GILFORD STEAMER Almanac THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2020 Notes from the Gilford Public Library BY MARK THOMAS ers can do the same. “There’s got to be a bet- p.m. program, with a maxi- Geri-Fit exercises and Library Correspondent Publishers are incentiv- ter way.” There is. Ask Knit Wits, 1-2 mum of nine people in are seeking a more chal- ized to associate similar a librarian/friend/Go- p.m. the room for the event. lenging workout. Please Judge a book by its books, so noticing cover odreads reviewer for a Sign Please register for the bring your own two or cover. I didn’t forget the trends is a first clue as recommendation to get up and mask required. program by calling or three pound dumbbell, “don’t” in that sentence, to what kind of reader a head start on the book Maximum of 10 people. stopping by the library, a stretch band, and wa- I deliberately omitted might enjoy a particu- finding process. Ed Webster: Everest or join us by signing up ter to drink during the it! Judge a book by its lar book. The next clue However, when you the Hard Way, 6-7 p.m. for the Zoom meeting. workout. cover because that’s to consider is the inside are staring into the ka- In 1988, Ameri- what the cover is for. cover flap. It’s still an leidoscope of the new can mountaineer Ed Friday, Aug. 21 Wednesday, Aug. 26 As you stand in front advertisement, and an releases without a hint, Webster envisioned, Bridge, 10:30- Check out an Expert, of the new book section incomplete picture, but it’s your first recourse. achieved, and survived 11:30 a.m. 10 a.m.-noon with hundreds of books together we’re getting So next time you find the impossible. With If you love Bridge and Geri Fit, 10-11 a.m. dancing before you like an impression of what yourself assuming you’ll three partners, he as- just can’t get enough, Mental Wellness in a butterfly lepidop- the publisher wants us love a book because of cended a new, never-be- join our bi-weekly group. Wednesday with Dr. terarium, what else can to think about the book. the silly big font on the fore-attempted route up Maximum of 10 People. Raymond Suarez, 10:30- you do but let your eyes The third clue that we cover, remember that Mt. Everest’s remote 11 a.m. veer to the one with the use, as both readers and you might not be wrong. and dangerous East Face Monday, Aug. 24 Start your mornings aesthetic that appeals to librarians, is to read the in Tibet—without the Line Dancing, with a new mental well- you. The dark mystery first page. At last, we get usual assistance of oxy- 5:30-6:30 p.m. ness tip from Dr. Ray- has a shadowy, uncom- an impression of what Classes & Special gen bottles, radios, and Bonnie Deutch will mond Suarez from Lakes fortable bloodstained the writing is actually Events Sherpa climbers to carry help you kick-start your Region Wellness. Tune cover with a shadowy like! It’s only a snippet, Aug. 20 – Aug. 27 the necessary food and evening in this line in on Facebook Live to figure in the backdrop and it’s still a hook to equipment. Hear the tale dancing class. Please listen. for the same reason that reel us in, but it’s the au- Thursday, Aug. 6 from Ed Webster him- sign up by contacting Sourdough 101: the cozy teatime mys- thor’s hook this time. Advanced Line Danc- self with photographs the library. Maximum 8 Starter and Sandwich tery has a bright spring Truthfully, we all dis- ing, 10-10:30 a.m. from the adventure participants. Masks re- Bread, 1-2 p.m. floral theme, to draw the miss most books based Beginner Line This program will be a quired. Just in time for the intended reader to the on cover, and more still Dancing, 11:15 a.m.-12:15 hybrid in-person zoom beginning of school year right book. We’re all sus- based on the teaser. It’s Tuesday, Aug. 25 lunches, local home- ceptible to the influence not fair, but it’s prac- Geri Fit, 10-11 steader Heidi Leandro of designers, but with tical. Sure, we’ll miss a.m. will teach us how to a little self awareness some gems--the Classics Gilford Public Library Sign-up required, make a sourdough start- it can become a tool in- section has some of the must be a valid Library er and make a simple stead of a trap. least appealing covers card holder. Maximum sourdough bread for The librarians use in the whole building. Top Ten Requests of 10 people per class. Im- sandwiches. *starters covers all the time--read- You might be thinking, prove reaction time and will be available for the 1. “Too Much and Never Enough” by Mary L. driving skills with this first 20 patrons signed Trump semi-advanced workout up. This will be a Face- 2. “1st Case” by James Patterson video. Proprioceptive book Live event. 3. “The Vanishing Half” by Brit Bennett exercises are mixed 4. “Cajun Justice” by James Patterson in with the traditional Thursday, Aug. 27 5. “The Guest List” by Lucy Foley Geri-Fit evidence-based Advanced Line Danc- 6. “28 Summers” by Elin Hilderbrand workout lesson plan to ing, 10-10:30 a.m. 7. “Outsider” by Linda Castillo further enhance motor Beginner Line 8. “The Room Where it Happened” by John skills, reaction time, Dancing, 11:15 a.m.-12:15 Bolton and balance. This is a p.m. 9. “Half Moon Bay” by Jonathan Kellerman perfect video for fall pre- Knit Wits, 1-2 10. “Fair Warning” by Michael Connelly vention training and is p.m. suggested to those that are familiar with the

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As the world turns, so do people’s opinions — even moreso now that it’s an election year. Further, there has been so much civil unrest cur- rently, in addition to the fact that we are all living through a global pandemic. We are all constantly being bombarded with opinions. You see them on social media, the radio, television, newspapers, and even on signs in people’s yards.

As overwhelming, and sometimes unsettling, as this can be, it is actually quite healthy to have and share your opinions. Some individuals have no issue sharing their opinions, while others tend Courtesy to shy away. Perhaps the latter is on to something but we digress. As we write this, and as you read On the prowl it, somewhere, two people are in the midst of a de- Reader Kris Gurney shared this image of a roving bobcat captured recently on a trail camera posted on his property off Old bate. Wolfeboro Road in Alton.

When we share opinions, it’s a sign that we are STRATEGIES FOR LIVING yearning to be more educated and more knowl- edgeable about the world we live in. The problem arises when a person will insult, lie and attack There is a difference to turn their opinion into truth. It’s important BY LARRY SCOTT ated across the city and to do business in this the enemy of your soul during a debate or heated discussion to remain The city of Cusco was bounced off the sur- foreign setting. A quick and overcome the influ- open minded, as hard as that can be at times. but a small Peruvian rounding hills, it was an visit will never do; you ence of sin, that you find When harsh words are exchanged, they are here town in 1949, but to this early morning wake-up must become a part of a reason to cheer. for good. 10-year-old lad, the son call I will never forget. the culture. Promises must be put of missionary parents, it Tourists today pay a You may wonder into practice. The theo- There’s also a difference between facts and was home. Far from be- heavy price to visit the where I am going with all retical must become ex- ing the tourist mecca it city that, to me, was just of this … so, to the point. periential. The talk must opinions. When an uninformed person tosses out has become today, it was home. I ran its streets, There is a difference be sanctioned by your talking points with misinformation, the point of a typical Andean city of played in the ruins of in knowing about God walk. What you claim the conversation goes right out the window. Like- some 60,000 residents, Sacsayhuaman (which and truly knowing Him. you must live. To know wise, both facts and opinions can and do change. with one short, gravel overlook the city) and We want to spend eterni- about Him is one thing; Sometimes a person will have a light bulb mo- runway, only one hotel went fishing with my dad ty with God, but we’d be living for Him is some- ment that changes everything they thought they we could recommend, for 21-inch river trout. pleased if He’d leave us thing else. and no restaurants of And home-schooled with to our own agenda. We And it is then, and once knew, leading to a change in their mindset. note. The streets were of my bedraggled mother as want happiness without only then, that you find A researcher can find new discoveries, which can stone, and the churches my teacher! What a life. holiness, success with- God to be far different alter something that prior, was fact. were magnificent, and If you ever have the out self-discipline, sanc- from the stern, demand- reminders of the city’s chance, a visit to Cusco tification without sacri- ing, autocrat He is some- A person’s viewpoint on something can change Inca heritage could be will be the highlight of fice. times pictured to be. He over the course of their lifetime. Growth happens seen throughout the city. your traveling experi- But until you experi- is everything you would Sunday mornings ences. There is a differ- ence a relationship with expect from a compas- every day with all of us. What we once thought were different from ence, however, between God for yourself, you sionate, understanding, when we were 17, could be and is likely vastly dif- any other I have experi- enjoying a quick visit don’t know what Chris- and patient Father. ferent than how we think at 50. enced during my many to the city or to Machu tianity is all about. God Much has happened years in South Ameri- Picchu and living there. has no grandchildren; since those early days With that said, it’s also important to not hold ca. Some time around A few days in the moun- you cannot inherit your in Cusco. I have served an individual to past statements or actions that 8 a.m., church bells be- tain air gives you only a parents’ faith. This is the Lord for eighty years gan to ring, calling the glimpse of what this An- one discovery you must and I can tell you from may have been troubling. When we hold people faithful, most of whom dean culture is all about. make for yourself. personal experience, He accountable to things they did and said in the dis- did not own a clock, to You must go shopping Living for God is not is a good God! tant past, they are less likely to share their opin- Sunday Morning Mass. in the open market, try a spectator sport. You For more thoughts ions, and that would be a bad thing. Each church had a dis- to converse with some- can’t sit on the sidelines. like these, follow me at tinctive set of bells and one who speaks little but It is only as you become indefenseoftruth.net. Opinions are important to share, but that as the noise reverber- Quechua, or learn how a part of the action, face doesn’t mean they are right. Backing up an opin- ion with facts is crucial and responsible. We can FROM OUR READERS all agree that when it comes to personal choices l that don’t hurt anyone else, other’s opinions are irrelevant. Community Challenge is on… Gift Card Gala will benefit Children’s Auction We must also remember that as individuals, To the Editor: Marine, Jennifer’s Color Bar, Jerico’s Hair & Nail our life experiences have brought us each to a The year 2020 will be memorable for so many rea- Care, Jordan’s, Kellerhaus, Laconia Car Wash, Laco- unique place, unlike anyone else we encounter, sons. For me and others volunteering for the GLR nia Pet Center, Laconia Village Bakery, Lee’s Candy therefore nothing is ever cut and dry. We are see- Children’s Auction Community Challenge, we are Kitchen, Liliuokalani’s Ice Cream, Looney Bin Bar ing this too much in today’s politics. Instead of committed to bringing individuals together to sup- & Grill, Lyons’ Den, Massage Therapy & Hypnosis looking at things issue by issue, people are auto- port essential programs serving children and fami- by Nancy Lee, Mello Moose Coffee House, Mill Falls matically jumping behind one party and calling lies. The need will be greater than ever moving for- at the Lake, M/S Mt Washington Cruises, Myrna’s ward. Classic Cuisine, Nahamsha Gifts, Narcissus Salon & it a day. The fact remains that we are living in a At the beginning of 2020, Tagg Team was in high Spa, New Leaf Shop, Nu Skin by LeeAnn Fay-Ellis, complicated world, and our thoughts are natural- gear and collected over $5,000 in donations for the O’Du’s Hair Salon, O’s Steak & Seafood, Osborne’s ly all over the place, and that’s a good thing. Re- Seventh Annual Pub Mania Gift Card Gala. Because Winnisquam Agway, Patrick’s Pub, Piche’s Ski & jecting labels is refreshing. our original bingo plans were cancelled, we have or- Sports, Prescott’s Florist, Sal’s Pizza, Shaw’s, Shoot- ganized donations into an online bidding event. We er’s Tavern, Soda Shoppe, South End Pizza & Sea- As we grow our opinions evolve and shape who invite others to be part of our success by visiting the food, Spa Girl-NH, Squam Lakes Natural Science Facebook page PATRICK’S PUB MANIA. While on Center, Sunflower Natural Foods, T-Bones/CJs, The we are. So while we all have opinions, (on more this page, you can view many weekly prize packages Hair Factory, The Studio, U-Frame We Frame, The than just politics) it’s important to be flexible with and place your high bids to win. During August, new Village Store, Vista Foods, Wal-Mart, WaterMark them. 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North Country Notebook Stepping along and swinging the scythenwhere a tractor-drawn mower can’t reach

By John Harrigan Columnist Making hay the relatively new-fangled way, in which speed is of the essence. (Courtesy agriculture.com) Old Allie Forbes was wrinkled and bent by the row of a field, the begin- time I came along, but Courtesy he could still step right Awash in a sea of bales: Baling the middle row, the last trip around the field for the baler, with along with a scythe. The the bales now ready to be picked up and piled on a wagon. (Courtesy shutterstock.com) rhythm of mowing was ing vast open areas in almost a dance---step and Now, with the advent ning of what would be an their middles, used as swing, step and swing- of the cooling and agitat- ever-dwindling circular mows (pronounced like --and Allie and partner ing bulk tank, farmers routine, was an art-form “Wow!”) for the storage could cut quite a rug. could keep milk fresh with horse-drawn mow- of hay. until one of the big dairy ing machines---you had Allie and his wife trucks picked it up. to have a push-button A hay elevator got lived on one of the seven +++++ team that would back up the bales from wagon farms their son Lyman, quickly, to get at the big- to whoever was piling my boss, said we had to in the mow. My job was Allie moved along gest odd-shaped patch- This salt-marsh haying photo is thrown in just to startle hay that summer, at the to take away from the like a man possessed, es between bushes and up-country farmers, who at least never have to contend with dawn of the era when elevator, and throw the not by speed but by great trees---and even then it tides. (Courtesy Hampton Public Library) dairy farms had to get concentration. In his was impossible to reach bales to the two men put- bigger to survive. This mind, he was mowing all the grass. ting away. wagon cold be unloaded “Little does he know,” is how we came to be good grass that should as fast as the man put- I thought, envisioning milking 105, considered not go to waste. Thus, a man like Al- In this, we often used ting the bales onto the the jobs friends and a huge number for the lie would go along with a “dead man,” a trick elevator could move. In family and I thought times. Mowing machines a scythe to mow every I’d been shown earlier this case it was Harold likely back then---game were a great invention, speck of tall grass, and in the season. It was a Phillips, and he was fast. warden, factory worker, “The Rural Electric,” coming along after the later on a boy or a hired couple of bales, placed sporting camp handy- as so many people called Civil War in great num- hand would come along strategically and within +++++ man and guide. it for the rest of their bers of horse-drawn and rake the hay into the tossing distance of the lives, changed farming models, one of the first outside windrow. Labor elevator’s business end. One of Old Allie’s “Little did he know,” forever when it arrived examples of the econo- was cheap, for decades If you could toss a bale chores was to haul pails I found myself think- as part of Franklin Roo- my of scale, an umbrella almost cheaper than accurately---and as a tall of water from an outside ing much later in life, sevelt’s vast New Deal. that helped explain the dirt. Getting every bit of and strong teenager, I spigot to a calf-pen in the when there I was, work- Not since the invention assembly line. The boys hay made sense. could---it hit the dead barn, but he was tuck- ing away in a barnful of of the water ram, which coming home from the man just so, and went ered out from mowing, cows. made running water first Great World War Allie’s place had a tumbling to the crew pil- and the job fell to me. possible in milk-house knew all about tanks, the big barn on it, the low- ing away. (Please address mail, and kitchen, had there forerunners of tractors. er floor used to house Allie sat in a rock- with phone numbers been such emancipating young stock, and the With a good crew er on the porch, and in case of questions, change. Mowing the outside two upper floors featur- working as one, a hay watched me haul water. to campguyhooligan@ “That boy walks like a gmail.com or 386 South farmer,” he said to some- Hill Rd., Colebrook, NH Mercy College of Ohio announces Honors List one, loudly enough for 03576.) me to hear. TOLEDO, Ohio — Tracie Bettez of Gilford awarded honors for the 2020 Summer semester at Mercy Col- lege of Ohio. To be named on the Dean’s List, a student must achieve a grade point average of 3.3 or higher and be enrolled for 12 or more credit hours. To be named on the Honor’s List, a student must achieve a grade point average of 3.3 or higher and be enrolled for 6-11 credit hours. 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Jason Hicks named Executive Vice President at New Hampshire Mutual Bancorp

procedures for sister sponsible for developing ler at MVSB following director for the Society strengths as they work companies Meredith Vil- and implementing nec- an extensive career for the Preservation of together to advance a lage Savings Bank, Mer- essary strategies to en- in public accounting NH Forests. He has also shared vision of main- rimack County Savings sure long term financial as well as commercial served as Vice President taining and enhancing Bank, Savings Bank of stability. and community bank- of the board for Lakes community banking Walpole and NHTrust “Jason’s collabora- ing. He was promoted Region Habitat for Hu- standards and values. provide for the long term tive approach to prob- to Corporate Treasurer manity. Hicks received MillRiver Wealth Man- security of those compa- lem solving makes him and Investment Officer his Bachelor of Science agement joined as a nies. He also champions the ideal person to join for both MVSB and the and Master of Science third affiliate in 2015, the risk management our Executive Leader- Merrimack in 2013. In degrees in Accounting combining the financial strategy that directs op- ship Team,” said Gregg 2014, Hicks was promot- from the University of advisory divisions of Jason Hicks erational and financial Tewksbury, President ed again to Senior Vice North Texas, and is a MVSB and the Merri- risk for the organization. and CEO of NHMB. President, Corporate Certified Public Accoun- mack. Savings Bank of REGION — Jason As Chief Financial “Jason has exceptional Treasurer and Invest- tant for the State of New Walpole joined NHMB Hicks has been appoint- Officer (CFO), Hicks is knowledge and expertise ment Officer for NHMB. Hampshire. in 2018. In 2020, Mill- ed Executive Vice Pres- the senior executive re- in risk related to bank- He was appointed to New Hampshire Mu- River Wealth Manage- ident at New Hamp- sponsible for managing ing including credit, in- Chief Financial Officer tual Bancorp, a shared ment affiliated with the shire Mutual Bancorp the financial actions of terest rate, liquidity and in 2016 and Chief Risk services organization, New Hampshire Trust (NHMB). As Executive NHMB, the Merrimack, market value risks. His Officer in 2020. was formed in 2013 Company and Savings Vice President, Hicks MVSB, Savings Bank of contribution ensures a Active in the com- when two New Hamp- Bank of Walpole Wealth will be a part of the Walpole and NHTrust. balanced approach be- munity, Hicks is cur- shire-based community Management to become NHMB Executive Lead- His primary duties in- tween efficiency and rently an investment banks, Meredith Village NHTrust. NHMB com- ership Team, and will clude policy develop- mitigation. I’m excited committee member for Savings Bank and Mer- bined assets total more also continue his roles as ment and management to have his perspective Lakes Region Commu- rimack County Savings than $2.6 billion. For Chief Financial Officer for all accounting, trea- and experience in this nity Developers, and Bank, formally affiliated more information, vis- and Chief Risk Officer. sury and investment role as we move our has served previously – the first relationship of it nhmutual.com. In his oversight of functions. He also heads companies forward.” as their Board Chair and its kind in the state. This Enterprise Risk Man- the asset and liability Hicks joined MVSB Treasurer. In addition, strategic partnership agement, Hicks ensures management committee in 2009 as Vice President he is a finance commit- has positioned the banks that NHMB’s operating for each bank and is re- of Finance and Control- tee member and board to leverage each other’s Events still scheduled throughout Bike Week

BY ERIN PLUMMER must wear a mask and with Mama’s On the Run Grill. “Building Dreams for at 10:30 a.m. with early [email protected] the trains will be run- Food Truck onsite. T-6-D The Naswa Resort Marines.” lineup starting at 8:30 REGION — Laconia ning at 50 percent capac- STUNNAS Motorcycle will be hosting live mu- The Broken Spoke a.m. The ride will bene- Motorcycle Week kicks ity, so people are urged Stunt Team will perform sic every day from 11 will host a Sport Bike fit local animal shelters, off on Saturday and to reserve tickets in ad- there on Aug 22, 23, and a.m. to close. Tower Hill Show on Saturday from those who donate will re- runs until Sunday, Aug. vance. 29 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Tavern will host special 11 a.m.-3 p.m. ceive a Sick Boy Motor- 30. While a number of Cornerstone Out- The Combat Warriors events and live music The FIM North Amer- cycle t-shirt. events have been can- reach Ministries will MC - Big Lake Crew will all week. There will also ican Vintage Champi- The 97th Loudon Clas- celed this year because have a safety stop food have their hospitality be live music at The onships will be on Aug. sic will run at NHMS of COVID-19, a number stop open 24 hours on desk open inside Laco- Looney Bin Bar & Grill 22 and 23 at New Hamp- Aug. 28-30 with the race of events are still sched- Route 9 in Antrim from nia Harley-Davidson in throughout the event. shire Motor Speedway. on Sunday rounding out uled throughout the 8 a.m. on Saturday Meredith all week from The 14th annual Pe- The AMA Gypsy Tour Bike Week 2020. Riders week. through 6 p.m. on Sun- 9 a.m.-5 p.m., offering ter Makris Memorial will leave for NHMS from the Peter Makris, Rally Headquarters day, Aug. 30. cold water, local infor- Ride will start at the from Rally Headquar- Gypsy Tour, and Mae will be open everyday The White Church on mation, and maps. Naswa Resort on Satur- ters at 10:30 a.m. with West rides will have the from Saturday, Aug. Tower Street along the Listen to live music in day, Aug. 22 at 11 a.m. lineups starting as early opportunity to ride a few 22-Sunday, Aug 30. Weirs will be hosting a the Winnipesaukee Mar- for a state police-escort- as 8:30 a.m. Participants laps around the track. The Weirs Shuttle free coffeehouse all week ketplace in the Weirs on ed ride around the lake, can get a 50 percent dis- More events have Train will run between from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Alco- two stages with Music at returning to the Naswa count on race tickets been scheduled through- Weirs Beach Station and holics Anonymous meet- the Marketplace. Stage around 1 p.m. for lunch and the chance to ride out the week. For a full, Meredith Station every- ings will also take place One will be live from 12- and entertainment. The around the track. updated list of events day with one and two- at 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. each 30-4:30 p.m. and 6:30-11:30 ride will raise money The Mae West “For visit https://laconia- hour train tours. Visit day. p.m. at the Patio Garden for Easter Seals’ Vet- the Love of Pets” Ride mcweek.com/events. www.HoboRR.com for Heritage Harley-Da- and Stage Two will be eran’s Count Program, will go to NHMS on reservations and more vidson in Concord will live noon-4 p.m. and the Laconia Fire Depart- Tuesday, Aug. 24, leav- information. Everyone open all week at 9 a.m. 6-11:30 p.m. at Stageview ment’s CERT team, and ing Rally Headquarters New Hampshire Mutual Bancorp welcomes Elizabeth (“Beth”) Hazen

REGION — New Meredith Village Sav- ence serve as great as- able to keep their deci- Hampshire Mutual ings Bank, Merrimack “It has been wonder- sets for our organization. sion making local to the Bancorp (NHMB) has County Savings Bank ful to have Beth on our The pandemic created towns and cities they recently welcomed Eliz- and Savings Bank of team,” said Kim Carter, financial challenges for each serve. It feels real- abeth (“Beth”) Hazen as Walpole. She is based Vice President, Loan Op- many of the households ly good to be part of an the newest Collections out of NHMB’s opera- erations. “Her expertise, in our community. Add- organization that cares Officer for the organiza- tions facility on Foundry competence, leadership ing Beth to the team has so deeply about our com- tion’s sister companies Street in Concord. and mentorship experi- allowed us to address munities and the people the associated concerns within them.” for our customers even more readily. We are re- Prior to joining ally proud of helping our NHMB, Hazen spent customers through these more than 10 years in Beth Hazen difficult times so that banking, focused in col- they can concentrate on lections management. banks, Meredith Village their own recovery. Add- Savings Bank and Mer- ing someone as talented Hazen is certified in rimack County Savings and dedicated to custom- Advanced Collections Bank, formally affiliated ers as Beth has helped us and Bankruptcy. Prior – the first relationship of expand that ability.” to re-locating to South- its kind in the state. This ern NH last year, she strategic partnership “I really care about actively volunteered for has positioned the banks people and it has always various food and cloth- to leverage each other’s been rewarding to help ing drives, homeless strengths as they work them in any way I can,” shelters and the local together to advance a said Hazen. “With this Humane Societies in VT shared vision of main- in mind, I was immedi- and NH. She currently taining and enhancing ately drawn to NHMB’s resides in Deering. community banking unique mutual model standards and values. and have found syn- New Hampshire Mu- MillRiver Wealth Man- ergy with all three of tual Bancorp, a shared agement joined as a our banks. By remain- services organization, third affiliate in 2015, ing mutual, MVSB, the was formed in 2013 combining the financial Merrimack and Savings when two New Hamp- advisory divisions of Bank of Walpole are shire-based community MVSB and the Merri- mack. Savings Bank of Walpole joined NHMB PEASLEE FUNERAL HOME in 2018. In 2020, Mill- River Wealth Manage- & Cremation Service ment affiliated with the (603) 755-3535 New Hampshire Trust Company and Savings www.peasleefuneralhome.com Bank of Walpole Wealth Main Office: 24 Central Street, Farmington, NH Management to become 2079 Wakefield Road, Wakefield, NH NHTrust. For more in- formation, visit nhmu- Alton Funeral Home 12 School Street, Alton, NH tual.com. THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2020 Local News THE GILFORD STEAMER A7

Bike Week use of face masks when vidson has been in dis- not riding, regular sani- cussions with the town Old Home Day road race still on FROM PAGE A1 tization of public surfac- of Meredith, NH, and we licenses. City Manager es through sanitization have come to the mutu- Although most Gilford Old Home Day festivities for 2020 have been canceled Scott Myers proposed an experts, Nano Coating al decision that we will due to the pandemic, the Annual 5K Road Race will be taking place as usual on amendment allowing the Technologies, LLC (NCT not be hosting vendors, Saturday, Aug. 29, 8 a.m., starting near the Gilford Village Store. Laconia-specific Kiwan- NH), and purposely plan- food or live music on site The Gunstock Nordic Association (GNA) will again be hosting this event. is and Rotary organiza- ning for a toned down during the 97th Annu- With their experience conducting Nordic Ski Training six days per week since tions to get licenses and version of our rally to al Laconia Motorcycle mid-June, and a week-long Girls’ Nordic Day Camp in July, GNA is confident the city council unani- minimize large gather- Week Aug. 22-29, 2020,” they can host the 43rd edition of this 5K running race in a safe and responsi- mously agreed. ings,” Anderson said in reads Laconia Harley ble way, while adhering to the Guidelines for Road Races published by the New The city was also the statement. “Expect Davidson’s Bike Week Hampshire Reopening Task Force: https://www.covidguidance.nh.gov/sites/g/ discouraging property lots of fun, food and, of page. “This decision was files/ehbemt381/files/files/inline-documents/guidance-road-races.pdf owners from hosting course, riding but in a not made lightly and we Some precautions that will be in place include: limiting the number of par- campsites or campers, safe environment.” hope our customers un- ticipants to 100; online pre-registration and payment only; requiring runners to especially those who Riders are advised to derstand that their safe- wear a mask before and after the event if they are unable to socially distance; would not abide by the wash their hands and ty and that of our com- staging the runners six feet apart at the starting line; starting the race with the state’s 14-day quarantine sanitize surfaces often munity remain our top fastest runners at the front to limit passing; adhering to a passing protocol during for visitors from outside and keep six feet apart or priority. Out of respect the race; stopping the official time-clock at 40 minutes; using a large open area of New England. All state otherwise wear a mask. for everyone involved, the Gilford Recreation field for bib pickup and awards; dedicated portable toilets regulations for events A number of yearly we feel this is the respon- for participants; no water stops. and gatherings would events and activities sible decision.” The event is open to all ages, with an entry fee of $10 for runners age 12 and be strictly enforced and have been canceled this LHD put together a younger, and $25 for those 13 and older on race day. A Tech T-shirt is included the city council could year and rescheduled list of self-guided tours with the entry fee. change its mind if there for 2021, including the through the area that For all of the details about this event, and the year-round Nordic Ski Training were any increased risk Gunstock Hill Climb and is available at the deal- programs offered by the Gunstock Nordic Association, please visit https://www. to the public. the POW/MIA Freedom ership during regular gunstocknordic.com/ or email [email protected]. The Laconia Motorcy- Ride from Gilford to business hours. cle Week Association ad- Meredith. New Hampshire Mo- Drouin Hopper & Julie Hart vised people of the lower “On behalf of the tor Speedway will still Mania Lily’s Angels: Betha- Verani Realty Rein- number of vendors in a Northeast POW/MIA host races during the FROM PAGE A1 ny Davis & Angela Pick- deer: Greg & Deb Pever- press release ahead of Network I feel it Neces- week, ending with the owicz ly & Susan Cummins the event. sary and Responsible to 97th Annual Loudon Martel & Tony Felch Litterhof Kennel: Bri- WYC Diving Ducks: “However, nearly all call off this year’s Free- Classic on Aug. 28-30. Coldwell Banker: Su- an Beetle & Lois Cole Andrea Morin & Jason restaurants, bars and dom Ride,” wrote Bob A number of charity san Spooner, Kathy Mc- Merry Misfits: Sa- Bordeau hotels will be in full op- Jones, president of the rides will go on through- Lellan & Sue Ippolito mantha Jewett, Ruth eration, and plenty of Northeast POW/MIA out the week including Color Me Christmas: McLaughlin & Angie “The Children’s Auc- the originally scheduled Network on the event’s the 14th Annual Peter Jennifer & Richard Carignan tion anticipates the need events are happening as Facebook page. “This Makris Memorial Ride Fielders & Sherri Collis Merry Stoolers: Lisa for assistance to chil- planned,” the statement would have been the 33 on Aug. 22, the AMA Crossfit Juggernaut: Fowler & Cheryl O’Hara dren and families will read. year Anniversary for Gypsy Tour Ride on Anna Terry Naughty & Nice: Lisa continue to grow in the LMWA deputy direc- the POW/MIA vigil and Aug. 23, and the Mae Dream Team Su- Abreau coming year” said Jaim- tor Jennifer Anderson 27th year for the Free- West Memorial “For the preme: Matt Resca & Nutcrackers: Ashley ie Sousa, chairperson of said in the statement dom Ride but being Safe Love of Pets” ride for the Ashley Riopel Davis, Becky Whitcher the Children’s Auction that safety would be the is more important than NH Humane Society on Fruitcakes: Rhonda & Rachel Xavier board. “We’re delighted focus of this year’s event. anything at this time.” Aug. 24. Humiston & Tracy Neal Patrick’s King’s Cor- and amazed that these “While we recognize The POW/MIA vigil A number of events Fusion: Jaimie Sousa ner: Janet McKone, Eric people are continuing that New Hampshire normally held on Thurs- will also be going on at & Brandee Loughlin Vachon & Rob Finlayson to step up for their com- is faring remarkably day nights at Hesky Park the NASWA Resort in Gunstock “A Snow- Real Downtown San- munity. We are all very better than most in this in Meredith will go on as Laconia throughout the ball’s Chance in…”: tas: Lisa Cornish, Janet appreciative.” pandemic, many riders usual on Thursday, Aug. week. Robin Rowe & Jennifer Brough & Trish Tryon will be coming from out 27 at 7 p.m. For more informa- Karnen Santa’s Sheriffs: Jen For more informa- of state and we want to Laconia Harley Da- tion on Bike Week and a Laconia Harley Iron Schillinger & Mike Moy- tion, visit www.children- ensure the public we are vidson in Meredith is schedule of events visit Butts: Meghan Dodds & er sauction.com or email taking every precaution also halting its usual laconiamcweek.com Lyndsey Cole Tagg Team: Butch & [email protected]. to protect their safety, events this year. Ladies of the Lake: Judi Taggart such as promoting the “Laconia Harley-Da- Holly Ruggieri & Kathy The Rising Suns: Rick

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Accident get the two men out of Hospital for further or marinepatrol@dos. are at high risk and are the water. A Marine Pa- treatment. nh.gov. Schools FROM PAGE A1 trol boat pulled them out The incident is still Marine Patrol re- FROM PAGE A1 concerned about return- ing to the buildings. Around 2:15 p.m. per- of the water. Both were under investigation, ceived assistance on the Families will have Those who choose not sonnel at nearby Marine unresponsive and re- anyone with informa- scene by Gilford Police the option of doing re- to come back into the Patrol headquarters ceived CPR until an am- tion is asked to contact and Fire Departments, mote learning staffed by buildings could take the heard screams for help bulance from the Gilford New Hampshire Ma- as well as numerous cit- Gilford teachers, having role of remote instruc- and rushed to the town Fire Department arrived rine Patrol at 293-2037 izens. students in the school, tors and the district will docks. They found that on the scene. or doing homeschooling work on getting those both men had fallen into Murphy and Bick- or the Virtual Learn- teachers and their re- the lake and were cling- ford were transported ing Academy Charter mote classrooms run- ing to the dock between to Lakes Region Gener- School (VLACS). ning. their drifting boat. al Hospital in Laconia. Beitler said they are For those returning Marine Patrol were Murphy died at the hos- gathering that informa- to the buildings, he said aided by a number of pital. Bickford was then tion to develop the for- they will do everything people at the dock to help transferred to Concord mat for the remote and they can to mitigate in-person learning, in- risks. cluding what the sched- “I’m confident that ules will look like, how we’re putting safety pre- many students will be in cautions in place so that the schools, busing, and we can minimize or mit- more. igate the risk,” Beitler Families will also reg- said. “We’re not all in a ister for busing, Beitler bubble, everything we We are pleased said the bus company do out in public there is to serve you this will reconfigure their some risk these days...I eclectic sampling of routes depending on think we’ve got a good exotic cuisine from across Asia and those registration num- plan to mitigate that, to the South Pacific, bers. work with families, to with a focus on He said they are also work with staff to make Thai, Philippine, Japanese and working with staff who it as safe as possible.” Korean dishes. All are prepared to order with fresh, PORTRAITS • WEDDINGS • SCENICS • EVENTS local produce, specialty condiments and internationally imported ingredients. OPEN THU-SUN For Pre-Order Takeout Matthew Fassett & Limited Seating 775 South Main St. 53 Suncook Valley Rd. BOOK AHEAD Wolfeboro Alton, NH 03809 603.569.1648 phone: 603-393-7336 www.eastofsuez.com email: [email protected] reservations appreciated 8 THE GILFORD STEAMER AUGUST 20, 2020 Local News Lakes Region embraces growing popularity of Disc Golf

Nights’ (Mondays, 5:30 fast enough,” he adds. (It bug spray can be had at the BY LEIGH SHARPS p.m.), ‘Doubles (called dubs features a type of throw cabin/welcome building in Contributing Writer on Tuesdays 5:30 p.m.), and involving going over the the parking area. REGION — If you’ve ‘Glow in the Dark’ nights neck of a bottle.) The 18-hole course at never heard of this up at 9 p.m. on Wednesdays “It’s time now for us the Franklin Falls Recre- and coming premiere area which precede League to set-up some formal so- ation area is on Route 127 sport, then you’re a little night at 5:30 the same cial media site, web-sites, near the center of the city. behind the times. day. Future plans include clearer information, etc. This beautiful spot also has This fun, frisbee-throw- a three-man scramble, out there. I have a pod many hiking/biking trails ing based activity is fami- Bring Your Partner dou- cast, but all of us running that follow or overlook the ly-friendly, mostly free at bles night and a Rolling courses in the state need Pemigewassett River. The local courses, and they all Start weekend tourney. to get professional with course is 50/50 flat and offer one the added enjoy- Very special is their Sun- our sites, besides like the hills and the tees are grav- ment of seeing just unbe- day morning Coffee Cup podcast I have now,” Al- el. (designed by Acme Disc lievable vistas, sometimes course. For $10 at 8:30 a.m., bee said (Contact info. for Golf and Tucker Davis). It river views, and moun- you can play, get a cup of courses is below). “There’s goes through the Pemi Riv- tain panoramas. Each of locally, fresh-ground coffee a course in Canterbury er basin with open spaces, Leigh Sharps the four courses closest to and a breakfast wrap made now (Top O’ The Hill) that varying elevations and fea- A “three-throw” at White Mountain Golf. players in the Lakes Re- by Albee’s wife, Rene. sometimes sees 300 players tures both amazing forest gion have varying topogra- Owner/ designer Matt over a weekend and they (hard and soft woods) and at least three along with other items. phy and landscapes but all Albee (and wife Rene) said have a ‘pro’ sh)op offering water views. them. They are manufac- For basic course in- can be said to definitely be its’s “been a hard-fought 4,000 different discs. That’s Loon Peak Disc Golf tured from many different formation in the state, or in the ‘countryside.’ battle to get where we are really something.” is the state’s highest disc companies now and come league info. go to these All that’s required are today. Doing all this work He also said the Mystic golf course and is called in a variety of styles and Web sites: Disc Golf Frisbees (patented by to get the course built and Meadows (at Tavern 27 on ‘alpine-style’ on their web- colors. Course Review (DGCR) Wham-O), or discs, as they fix-up the house we bought Parade Rd., Laconia) is an- site. One can play all 18 The history of this sport or Professional Disc Golf are uniformly now called at the same time (on 8.8 other growing spot. holes from the peak as it is a little ‘blurry’ as far as Association (PDGA), New as they are made by many acres—now the course) Dylan Parker of Camp- goes downhill or just the who started the sport and Hampshire locations. different manufacturers and at the same time with ton with ‘charges’ Woody bottom nine holes can be where it began. Early part- Most of these courses now and are far from just a newborn son was some- and Charlie Emmons, played. The first hole is ners George Sappenfield are on graciously private your basic flyer from 50 thing else but we did it.” Campton, are avid White accessed by a ride on the and Kevin Donnelly with or donated lands so it is years ago, when they were Purchasing the homestead Mountain Disc enthusi- fantastic Gondola Skyride the help of Ed Headrick, imperative that players park recreational favor- in 2016 after being aban- asts. Parker says he has to the peak. The nine-hole were able to spread the be kind to others, consid- ites! Enthusiasm and en- doned for a few years the been playing for about ten course is accessed via a sport throughout Califor- erate, use polite course ergy help, too! Don’t wor- ‘fix-up’ part was basically years when and wherever ride on the Seven Broth- nia during the 60s. Head- behavior (let others play ry about the level of your starting from scratch in- he can, but he especially ers Triple chair. It’s just a rick, who designed and through if necessary) and sense of humor as that side and out, he said, and loves this close and beauti- short walk to the first hole patented the modern Fris- carry out what you carry will pick up as you move it included slowly clear- ful course. He says he also and it’s ‘all downhill from bee when he was vice-pres- in. Bring water, always, from ‘hole’ to ‘hole’. Play ing the woods around the “gets to do something fun there’. The fairways are ident of Wham-O Toy and bug spray if need- consists walking around housed and landscaping that I love with these boys open and straight. A pur- Company (he also coor- ed and wear appropriate either a nine- or 18-hole it for a course. (The icon- who are so enthusiastic. chased ticket gives you the dinated the International footwear (flip-flops not course by flinging a disc ic house is somewhat of It just makes them smile rides on both chairs, and Frisbee Association with advised). Though some from a ‘tee off’ area/plat- a local landmark being and laugh the whole time.” you can rent the discs and Wham-O), coined the term courses are free, some also form into a wire basket seen on the right from I-93 He noted they usually go play multiple rounds a day ‘disc golf’ after he invented use an honor system with (plenty big for several south in Campton; it’s the around the course twice to as well. Loon Mountain is and patented the first ‘Disc a modest fee so please be players at the same time). gold gingerbread house on make the fun “last longer.” at the north end of Main Pole Hole’ (the baskets considerate of these volun- That’s it! Get ready for the Town Pound Road.) Most tees are a three par, Street in Lincoln. where the discs land made teers who maintain these time of your life though! Albee was introduced but “that doesn’t really The Chris Daigle Me- of chains and baskets.). He wonderful courses for the Here’s a way to for to the sport 22 years ago, matter when you’re hav- morial Disc Golf Course wanted to call his inven- public to use. adults to relish a sport with when he fell in love with it ing fun!” said Parker. in Bolduc Park in Gilford tion a Frisbee Pole Hole but Contact information their kids or for groups of while attending a summer White Mountain uses is named in memory of the there were issues using the for above courses: White friends looking for some- camp in New Hampshire. an honor system of $5 for Daigles’ son, Chris, who Frisbee name. He founded Mountain Disc: Instagram: thing unique to enjoy. It He was just 17 and has been the course or $9 all day. loved the sport. The Daigle both the Professional Disc whitemountaindisc and doesn’t matter what level enjoying the sport since. They provide a course map family (and affiliated spon- Golf Association (PDGA) Facebook:White Mountain a player is either. There “The sport was just get- and score card. sors) created the course for competitors and the Disc Course. 496-6896 for are beginners to advanced ting started in New Hamp- There are several other (designed by Dennis Grzy- Recreational Disc Golf As- further info….Sunshine players and, yes, there is a shire, and there were only easily accessible courses wacz) and it is part of the sociation (RDGA) that is Park: Sandwich residents/ professional league scene. three or four courses in the in the Lakes Region: Sun- Bolduc Park, a non-profit family- oriented. He also guests), maintained by Yes, there are absolute- state. Now there are over shine Park in Sandwich, organization run by vol- worked on producing the volunteers and is a town ly professional disc golf 50 and they’re fantastic,” Chris Daigle Memorial unteers. There is no paid rules and the equipment. facility of the Parks and leagues around the state Albee said. “It’s the fast- Course at Bolduc Park in staff. (They always look He later gave up his trade- Rec. Department; 284-6473. and country. There are est growing sport in the Gilford, Loon Peak in Lin- for volunteers to man the mark on the term ‘disc Web: parks.rec@cyber- fewer competition play- nation. In fact, a pro, Paul coln, Franklin Falls Disc clubhouse and help with golf’ and turned over con- pine.net....Bolduc Park: offs this summer due to the McBeth, just signed a four Course in Franklin (which the grounds: volunteer trol to the PDGA and the 524-1370; face book: ch- COVID-19 virus, but you year million dollar con- also has recreational walk- apps can be found at golf@ ever-growing body of disc risdaiglememorial DGC; can check the web for info. tract with a sponsor.” ing/biking trails), Top O’ bolducpark.com).) The players, so he could focus Facebook: Bolduc Park. (below). Albee has also helped The Hill 18 hole course in Park also offers a regular more on his creative pas- Loon Peak Disc Golf has a One of the most beau- design other are area Canterbury and Tavern golf course and there are sion for building and in- blog: Loonblog and a Loon tiful courses is located in courses (Waterville Val- 27/Mystic Meadows on Pa- disc rentals as well as cart venting equipment for the Mtn. Facebook page with Campton, right off exit 27 ley, Whaleback Mountain, rade Rd. in Laconia. rentals for both courses sport. Before the basket all their seasonal sports in- (I-93) or right up Route 3 Tenney Mountain, to name Sunshine Park is on This is a beautifully main- method, the game used ‘ob- formation…Franklin Falls from Plymouth (5 Town a few). As photographers Mt. Israel Road, off Sand- tained Park with clear fair- ject’ throwing as its basis Disc Golf: ffdiscgolf.org or Pound Rd.). This is the cannot stop themselves wich Notch Road in Center ways. It is nine holes and (like at targets drawn on Facebook: Franklin Falls White Mountain Disc Golf from looking for interest- Sandwich. (Beede Falls, uses the cross-country ski trees or other stationary Dam Disc Golf. Top O’ The course, designed by Matt ing pictures everywhere Cow Cave and the Mead trail. It is located on 282 items).The sport picked up Hill,69 Southwest Rd., Can- Albee and located on his they go, Albee looks for Conservation Area with Gilford Ave. not far from popularity in the 1970s, but terbury, designer/owner private family property. A course possibilities. several Bearcamp River downtown Laconia. Still it hasn’t been until the last Marty Vaughn, 369-1238 pretty nine-hole course (six “I look at land like ‘That Trails are also nearby.) on is the fourth annual decade or so that it has be- has 2,9991 likes on their tees per hole: 9 baskets), it would be a good spot for This is a family friendly tournament ($25 entry fee come more widely known, Facebook page.mgvaugn@ goes up and down through the first hole, there’s a spot Recreation Area courte- per player or $20 for youth with professional tourneys gmail.com. They have 18 lovely cleared woods. for the second, etc.,’” he sy by the Alfred Quimby under 16) set for Aug. 12. country and state-wide, holes. They are taking What it makes up for in added. Fund. It is a town facility There are basically and with an ever- growing reservations during the length, it makes up for in A related disc sport is and overseen by the Parks three different types of number of courses around COVID-19 situation. Mys- difficulty due to the of- called ‘Bottle Bash’, he said and Recreation Depart- discs: a driver, a mid-range New Hampshire. tic Meadows, 2075 Parade ten-steep elevation chang- also gaining popularity in ment and maintained by disc and a putter. There So, if you’re seeking rd., Laconia has 9 holes es, but all make for very lightning speed around the local volunteers (it was de- are different weights, too, another great outdoor dis- and can be found on Face- playable fairways. The state. Friend Brian Bieder- signed by Nate Fletcher). but the heavier ones don’t tancing,and up and com- book. All above and more ‘tee-off’ areas are made of man (Biederman’s Deli in 18 holes, it is a moderate- necessarily mean they go ing sport option, please can be found on the web wood, dirt or brick but are Plymouth) promotes and ly hilly and wooded area. faster. There are begin- don’t ‘throw away’ this op- simply by typing in ‘Disc all flat, perfect for ‘throw- manufactures the game Some of the same baskets ner discs and professional portunity. Golf Courses in the Lakes ing.’ Plenty of resting spots and he and Albee are try- are used for different holes drivers used in tourneys. Just throw! Region (or state). are along the way, and are ing to keep up, Albee says, but are approached from Mid-range discs are for All courses are observ- Most courses are open unique from ‘stumps’ to an with the public’s current different angles. This tree- shorter shots and for all ing New Hampshire state about 7 a.m. to 8 or 9 p.m. old snowboard set on posts. demand for a new outdoor/ filled basin is in a very level players, the lighter Covid-19 guidelines: main- and have modest fees. However, there are nov- self-distancing games. quiet residential neigh- discs work well for novic- tain social distancing at Frisbee is a patented ice to experienced choice borhood, so players are es and the heavy ‘putters’ all times (minimum 6 feet) trademark owned by the courses to serve everyone. “We can’t get them expected to be observant are mainly for competi- and please handle only Wham-O Company. They also sponsor ‘Ladies’ made, boxed-up and mailed of this fact. Scorecards and tion. Serious players take your own discs/carts and

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Courtesy Franklin Savings Bank and Bank of New Hampshire sponsor the 27th Annual Bolduc Park Golf Tournament Aug. 21 - 23. (left to right) Brian Lamontagne, Gilford Branch Manager - Franklin Savings Bank; Barbara Laros, VP Business Relationship Manager - Franklin Savings Bank; Randy Annis, Bolduc Park Golf Tournament Director; Bob Bolduc, Bolduc Park Course Superintendent; ADVERTISING Jessica Beane, AVP Gilford Lakeshore Branch Manager – Bank of New Hampshire. DEADLINE WEDNESDAY, SIZE & PRICING INFORMATION ALL ADS INCLUDE: OCTOBER 2 Free Layout & Design ND 27th Annual Bolduc Park Golf Tournament Aug. 21 – 23 Full page with bleed ...... $785 • AT NOON (8.5” x 10.5” w/live image area of 7.25” x 9.25”) • Free Listing in our Advertiser’s Index Glossy advertising A hole in one will win an amateur golfer a $10,000 prize in the Bolduc Park An- FULL PAGE without bleed (7.25” x 9.14”) ...... $785 • Free Entertainment is limited! nual Golf Tournament Aug. 21 – 23. Major Tournament Sponsors include Frank- 2/3 PAGE (4.778” x 9.14”) ...... $575 Listing in our 1/2 PAGE vertical(4.778” x 6.954”) ...... $435 calendar of events lin Savings Bank and Bank of New Hampshire. Both youth and adults are invit- 1/2 PAGE horizontal (7.25” x 4.5”) ...... $435 ed to play with prize categories for various age groups. Closest to the pin, a shoot 1/3 PAGE square (4.778” x 4.5”) ...... $310 1/6 PAGE vertical(2.187” x 4.812”)...... $170 DISTRIBUTED TO MORE THAN 300 out and a putting contest round out the tournament action. An awards ceremony 1/6 PAGE horizontal(4.778”Call xMikaela 2.188”) ...... $170 at 279-4516LOCATIONS or Maureen THROUGHOUTat 569-3126 NEW and refreshments for all participants takes place Sunday, August 23 at 4. PGA Or email [email protected] or [email protected] 1/12 PAGE square(2.3” x 2.25”) ...... $100 ENGLAND INCLUDING... approved Covid 19 safety measures will be in place. Register in advance to play Massachusetts, Rhode Island GLOSSY PAGE PRICING (sizing same as above) by calling 524-1370. Entry fees are $25 for ages 16 and up and $20 for 15 and under. Connecticut & New Hampshire Full Page ...... $1,500 The tournament will be played on the nine hole, par 3 course at 262 Gilford Half Page ...... $850 ON NEWSSTANDS MID-NOVEMBER Ave., right on the Laconia/Gilford town line. All proceeds from the event will Tracy Lewis at 616-7103 or email [email protected] help support the Bolduc Park Association, a non-profit, all volunteer group that runs Bolduc Park for benefit of the community. AUGUST 20, 2020 Local News THE GILFORD STEAMER 9

WinnAero President earns pilot’s license GILFORD — The flight hours over sever- so accommodating and Board of Directors al months, Ms. Mitchell supportive. Lastly, she of WinnAero, the soloed on March 31, and wanted to acknowledge STEM-education for then kept up her instruc- the generosity of the youth non-profit based tion under the guidance Ninety-Nines, the offi- at Laconia Airport, had of one of Sky Bright’s cial international asso- to make the very difficult Certified Flight Instruc- ciation of women pilots. decision three months tors, Mark Donovan, un- “Without the Amelia ago to cancel their pop- til she completed all the Earhart FlyNow schol- ular summer day camps, hours necessary for her arship from the 99s, it the ACE Academies, due FAA license. would have taken me to the COVID-pandemic. That big day came far longer to achieve my The Board chose to con- on July 15, when she flight goal. I am indebt- centrate on providing passed her checkride ed to my sisters in the STEM project bags and with FAA Designated sky who helped make supplies to all of their Pilot Examiner Jim Lo- my dream a reality,” pre-registered students ranger. A typical check- said Mitchell. while planning for ACE ride for a private pilot The Eastern New En- Academies 2021. license requires a pilot gland Chapter of the 99s The Board President, candidate to perform 20 Chapter Chair, Jessie however, chose to add basic maneuvers in the Zuberek, added “We are a new qualification to air (including various so proud of Karen for all her resume in keeping take-off and landing sce- her hard work and de- with WinnAero’s use of narios), as well as an ex- termination to receive aviation and aerospace tensive oral exam with her PPL certificate. We examples in its STEM topics from navigation count ourselves lucky Courtesy work with youth. systems to meteorology to have her among our Karen Mitchell poses planeside following her successful checkride and certification President Karen to aeronautical safety. membership. Starting Mitchell, a local high Ms. Mitchell, reflecting day one she contributed is becoming an annu- history and help build advanced pilot ratings. school teacher, made on her accomplishment, in a strong way; from al birthday celebration the future for women She hopes to one day add use of any spare time to thanked the WinnAero working with the Muse- each year at the Laconia and girls in aviation.” “flight instructor” to her take flight lessons. She Board members, sever- um of Science in Boston Airport honoring one of Ms. Mitchell is look- teaching credentials. enrolled at Sky Bright al of them pilots them- to have our members our founding members, ing forward to more Read more about Winn- Aviation at Laconia selves, who encouraged present at the highly Amelia Earhart. It is ex- flight time with the Aero at www.winnaero. Airport, one of two her to keep pursuing successful Women and periences like these, and aviation community org. Questions about the fixed-based operators at her dream of flying! She Girls in Science and En- so many more offered by at the Laconia Airport 99s may be directed to Laconia offering flight also thanked the staff gineering Day (WISE), the Ninety Nines, that and beyond as she con- info@womenpilotsene. lessons. 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LACONIA— Alfred to get him, Verloc tells with the boy to get clos- The film includes one of on Atlantic Broadband Hitchcock is recognized her to refund the cus- er to the family, as Scot- Hitchcock’s most infa- Mark your calendars Channel 24 (education- as one of cinema’s most tomers’ money, much to land Yard is unsure as to mous scenes, involving for “Alfred in August,” al programming and intriguing and success- Mrs. Verloc’s surprise, whether or not Mrs. Ver- a young boy, a crowd- a month-long tribute to public bulletin board), ful directors, and with as they are short of cash. loc is part of the terror- ed bus and London’s Alfred Hitchcock! Channel 25 (informa- good reason. LRPA Af- Verloc reassures her, ist plot. Spencer grows always-busy Piccadil- All showings are at 10 tion and entertainment) ter Dark is celebrating stating that her that he fonder of both Stevie and ly Circus. The scene p.m. on LRPA TV and Channel 26 (govern- “The Master of Sus- will be “coming into his sister as Verloc be- shocked and divided ment meetings) to more pense” during his birth- money soon.” Shortly comes more suspicious. both audiences and crit- Aug. 21 & 22: “ S a b o - than 12,000 homes in day month of August thereafter, the electrici- The detective begins ics in 1939 and is still tage,” 1936 our member communi- with a festival of some ty is restored, and it is re- to create doubt in Mrs. quite powerful more Aug. 28 & 29: “The 39 ties of Belmont, Gilford, of his early works Join vealed that the blackout Verloc’s mind: what is than 80 years later. In- Steps,” 1935 Laconia, Meredith and us each Friday and Sat- was an act of sabotage her husband really do- deed, even Hitch himself Coming in Septem- Northwood. Program- urday night at our new on the city’s power grid. ing when he leaves the questioned his choice ber: LRPA’s Third An- ming is produced by showtime of 10 p.m. for a Verloc is a member of a house? She starts to pay regarding that scene nual “Silent September” and for the people of the thrilling good time. For secret European terror- closer attention to her years later when inter- Film Festival! greater Lakes Region. your viewing pleasure ist group and took part husband and question viewed by French direc- You can’t find tele- LRPA’s mission is to this weekend (Aug. 21 & in the thwarted black- his actions. Verloc re- tor Francois Truffaut. vision like this it any- empower our communi- 22): Alfred Hitchcock’s out. As such, he gets a alizes that he’s being “Sabotage” features out- where but LRPA TV, ty members to produce 1936 espionage thriller new, more serious and watched so his contacts standing performances Atlantic Broadband content that “Sabotage,” starring dangerous assignment – come up with a devious from Oscar Homolka Channel 25. Not a sub- Sylvia Sidney, Oscar Ho- to place explosives at the plan to get the bomb to and Sylvia Sidney, as scriber? Then watch us fosters free speech molka and John Loder. Piccadilly Circus train Piccadilly Circus, which well as first-rate produc- online at live.lrpa.org to and the open exchange All of London goes station, a job that he includes getting Stevie tion values and cinema- catch all the fun. of ideas, dark, and people at a makes him uncomfort- to unknowingly deliver tography. Four years af- About Lakes Region encourages artistic cinema are angry, de- able. Unbeknownst to the package. Will Spen- ter completing this film, Public Access Televi- and creative expression, manding their money Verloc, he has aroused cer be able to intervene Hitchcock moved to sion (LRPA) promotes a well-in- back. Just as the black- the suspicions of Scot- in time? And what will Hollywood and directed Lakes Region Pub- formed public through out occurs, the cinema’s land Yard. Detective happen to those who en- “Rebecca” for David O. lic Access Television governmental transpar- owner, Karl Verloc (Ho- Ted Spencer (Loder) has gage in sabotage? Selznick, beginning his (LRPA) is a nonprofit, ency, and molka), secretly comes been assigned to inves- The subject matter of long and illustrious U.S. non-commercial pub- unites our communi- home to his upstairs tigate Verloc. Spencer “Sabotage” – organized career. If you’ve never lic access TV station ties through the power residence through the goes undercover as a terrorist activities – may seen “Sabotage,” then and community media of media and technology. back entrance, pretend- greengrocer and be- have felt outrageous to grab your popcorn and center located on the LRPA’s slogan: Com- ing that has been asleep. friends Mrs. Verloc’s pre-WWII audiences, but meet us after dark for Laconia High School munity empowered by When his much young- younger brother Stevie, will seem very believ- this thrilling movie from campus in Laconia, NH. media. Visit us on the er wife (Sidney) comes using his friendship able to today’s viewer. the past. LRPA cablecasts locally Web at www.lrpa.org. AUGUST 20, 2020 Local News THE GILFORD STEAMER 11

Cold Spring Farm Estate to host Once an Outlaw Aug. 21 and 23 ALTON — Once an here in the Lakes Region filled in on a show in er. day, Aug. 20. The folks show weather permit- Outlaw, featuring mem- with the Carolyn Ram- Albany N.Y. After some at the Wildcat treated ting so plenty of room for bers of the Marshall say Band. discussions and gentle The first round of re- Chris Anderson and I distancing. Masks are Tucker Band, The Out- persuasion, he became a hearsals are scheduled wonderfully when we encouraged but not man- laws, Foghat, South- Once an Outlaw start- permanent member. in mid/late August here we’re in town last Oct. so datory. In case of rain it ern Rock All Stars and ed when Chris Anderson in the Lakes Region with I’m glad we can return will be moved into the Blues Project, will be of the The Outlaws, AJ The final piece to the another round after the the favor. beautiful barn space. appearing for two very Vallee of the Southern puzzle came with Chris first of the year in Nash- Don’t worry, still room special acoustic shows Rock All Stars and Far- Hicks of the Marshall ville. If you would like tick- for social distancing. Friday, Aug. 21 and Sun- rell (along with mem- Tucker Band. Chris was ets for the Alton shows, day, Aug. 23 at the Cold bers of the Peacheaters) scheduled to do a 30-date What better place for be sure to snap them up Local musician and Spring Farm Estate, lo- hooked up for a run of farewell tour with Char- rehearsals than here in quick, as tickets are very host of the Cold River cated at 74 Davis Rd. in New England shows lie Daniels and Marshall New Hampshire in the limited (100 per show). Radio Show Jonathan Alton Bay. last fall. It was so well Tucker in 2021. With the summer says Farrell. Both shows half sold out Sarty open both nights. received that a 20 date passing of Mr. Daniels Besides.. it’s an easy the first week. Local guitarist Chuck summer/fall Northeast recently, Hicks had an commute for me. We Tickets available Farrell of Tuftonboro, tour was scheduled. Like open schedule. decided to go ahead and Tickets are $75, and locally at Blacks in who also can be seen many other tours in 2020 book a couple of VERY include dinner, cham- Wolfeboro or online with Jon Butcher, James it got torpedoed. Hicks and Howell al- intimate acoustic shows pagne reception, show at https://ureventpro- Montgomery, Barry ready knew each other locally around the re- and after show campfire mo.ticketleap.com/once- Goudreau and the Shad- The group added bass- from their time in the hearsals. We’ll also be up meet and greet. Dinner an-outlaw/ ow Riders, rounds out ist Jeff Howell former- Outlaws and when he in Jackson for a couple seating is at 5 p.m. Please The number for the this three guitar line up. ly of the group Foghat heard of the new project of outside shows at the take time to enjoy the venue is 603-556-0321 You can also catch him to the line up when he things just came togeth- Wildcat Inn on Thurs- view. This is an outside St. John’s open for private prayer and meditation

MEREDITH — Al- for those who forget and al Church of Laconia. On On Aug. 16, the reading anything by State Register of Histor- though formal worship hand sanitizer will be July 19, it was the Rev. minister was Hannah WendellBerry and lis- ic Places, is located on services have been can- available. Phil Polhemus, Method- Scanlon. A native New tening to the Weepies. the highest elevation celed for the summer, St. Virtual sermons from ist minister in various Hampshirite, Hannah This summer and up- of Bear Island in Mere- John’s-on-the-Lake on the July 12, July 19, Aug. churches in New Hamp- spent the last year in coming Fall, she is glad dith. It can be reached Bear Island, Meredith, 9, and Aug. 16 services shire and also Council Toronto ,Canada, where to be quarantining with by a short walk from will be open for private are available on our Director of the New she is pursuing a PhD in her parents Tom and the church docks locat- prayer and meditation Facebook site, St. John’s- Hampshire Conference. Theology. She is also a Nancy (and the dogs) in ed in Deep Cove on the on Sunday, Aug. 23, from on-the-Lake Chapel. Featured on Aug. 9 was Candidate for Ministry Meredith and to be back west side of the island 10 to 11 a.m. Masks will The guest minister the Rev. Robin Soller, of Word and Sacrament at the beautiful Lake For additional informa- be required as will “so- on July 12 was the Rev. since 1995 the Rector in the Presbyterian Winnipesaukee - a place tion, visit our web site, cial distancing.” Some Neil Wilson, senior pas- of Trinity Episcopal Church (USA). She holds where she spent many www.stjohnsonthelake. masks will be available tor of the Congregation- Church in Meredith. a BA in Philosophy and happy childhood sum- org. Email: bearisland- an MDiv. Some of her fa- mers. [email protected] vorite activities include The chapel, founded Veterans’ vouchers running in the woods, in 1927 and listed on the available at Barnstead Emerson College announces Farmers’ Market 2020 graduates

BARNSTEAD — At- tourists returning home dealing with their issues BOSTON, Mass. — On Video submissions students from across tention, veterans…if you and children once again which continues the Sunday, May 10, Emer- include well wishes the United States and 50 live in Belknap County, involved in after school healing process. Vouch- son College awarded 959 from well-known alum- countries. Supported by you are eligible for the activities. The purchas- ers for Veterans also undergraduate degrees ni and celebrities in the state-of-the-art facilities Vouchers for Veterans es made by the Veterans provides a representa- for the Class of 2020. The entertainment industry, and a renowned facul- Program in September. keep the market vibrant tive of Veterans Services College is committed to including actors Jen- ty, students participate The Vouchers for and keeps the money in to help them understand holding a graduation nifer Coolidge, Henry in more than 90 student Veterans Program is the community. The vet- their benefits and offer ceremony for the Class Winkler, comedians Jay organizations and per- funded primarily by the eran needs to come to the assistance in obtaining of 2020 in person when it Leno, Bill Burr, and Ste- formance groups. Em- businesses and residents Vouchers for Veterans them. is safe to do so, at a to be ven Wright, screen- erson is known for its living in your county to bright red tent, and with Vouchers for Veter- determined date. writer Adele Lim, ac- experiential learning thank you for your ser- proof of both service ans has been operating Kayla Serra of Laco- tress Chrystee Pharris, programs at Emerson vice. They want to show and residency be given since 2016 and is a 501- nia graduated in August and producer Kevin Los Angeles, located in recognition and grati- vouchers. Below are the c-3 charity operated by 2020 and received a BA Bright, among others. Hollywood, and at its tude for the many sacri- locations for picking up an all-volunteer board. degree in Media Arts About Emerson Col- 14th-century castle, in fices you made protect- vouchers. When you donate to Production. lege the Netherlands. Ad- ing our freedoms. Belknap County Vouchers for Veterans The College launched Based in Boston, ditionally, there are As a small token of Veterans may pick up you can watch your an Emerson 2020 Cele- Mass., opposite the his- opportunities to study your community’s ap- vouchers at the Barn- dollar at work locally. bration website to honor toric Boston Common in Washington, D.C., preciation you will re- stead Farmers Market Vouchers for Veterans graduates’ achievements and in the heart of the London, China, and the ceive vouchers valued each Saturday in Sep- goal is to be in all 10 New with more than 800 sub- city’s Theatre District, Czech Republic, Spain, at $20 each week in the tember between 9 a.m. Hampshire Counties by missions from students, Emerson College edu- Austria, Greece, France, month of September to and noon. 2026. For this goal to be families, alumni, facul- cates individuals who Ireland, Mexico, Cuba, purchase local food from The farmers market a reality we need your ty, and staff, which in- will solve problems England, and South Af- the local farmers and is an ideal place to bring help. cludes photos, videos, and change the world rica. The College has an growers at designated veterans together, as it For more informa- audio submissions, and through engaged lead- active network of 39,000 farmers markets in your provides a fresh clean tion about Vouchers for text. The website strives ership in communi- alumni who hold lead- county. The program op- atmosphere where vet- Veterans, please visit to reflect the many facets cation and the arts, a ership positions in com- erates only in the month erans may sit and have our website at www. of the Class of 2020 and mission informed by munication and the arts. of September when the cathartic conversations. vouchersforveterans. the wider Emerson com- liberal learning. The For more information, farmers and growers Combat veterans will org. Please consider giv- munity - its creativity, College has approxi- visit emerson.edu. have an abundance of “open up” to other com- ing a one time, annual or daring, thoughtfulness, mately 3,780 undergrad- crops yet farmers mar- bat veterans validating monthly donation. irreverence, and humor. uates and 670 graduate ket sales slump due to they are not alone in Adam Sikoski of Gilford set to enter Kutztown University KUTZTOWN, Pa. — in Berks County, Pa. Berks County, between utation for quality offer NCAA Division II ath- tional opportunities on Adam Sikoski of Gilford, Kutztown Universi- Reading and Allentown, students the opportuni- letics program with 21 the basis of gender, race, will enter Kutztown ty was founded in 1866 Pennsylvania. KU is just ty to discover lifelong varsity sports joins the ethnicity, national ori- University in the fall as as Keystone Normal two hours from New avenues of learning and more than 160 student gin, age, disability, reli- the newest member of School. The school be- York City; 90 minutes discovery. KU students clubs and organizations gion, sexual orientation, the Golden Bear family. came Kutztown State from Philadelphia. select from more than providing students with gender identity or veter- The fall semester begins Teachers College in 1928, As the region’s cen- 100 areas of study within a variety of activities for an status. Monday, Aug. 24. Kutztown State College ter for excellence in ac- four colleges in a diverse learning and discovery. For more information, Sikoski comes to in 1960 and achieved ademics, culture and liberal arts academic en- Kutztown University please visit us at www. KU from Gilford High university status in 1983. public engagement, vironment. To comple- does not discriminate in kutztown.edu. School. Kutztown University is KU’s programs and rep- ment their studies, KU’s employment or educa- Comprising four col- a member of the Penn- leges - Business, Educa- sylvania State System of tion, Liberal Arts and Higher Education. The Gilford Parks and Recreation Depart- Sciences and Visual and About Kutztown Uni- Gilford Parks and ment will be accepting Youth Soccer registrations Performing Arts - Kutz- versity of Pennsylvania through the registration deadline of Friday, Aug. town University offers a Founded in 1866, Kutz- Recreation News 21! The youth soccer program is open to all Gilford wide range of outstand- town University of Penn- students entering grades K-5 this fall. After Au- ing academic programs sylvania is a proud mem- gust 10th, the registration fee increases to $25. Any to prepare individuals ber of the Pennsylvania BY HERB GREENE registrations submitted after the Aug. 21 dead- for successful careers. State System of Higher Director line will be accepted on an availability basis only. Located on 289 acres, Education located on 289 Gilford Parks and Recreation For more information, please contact the Gilford the campus is adjacent to acres nestled in the beau- Parks and Recreation Department at 527-4722. the Borough of Kutztown tiful East Penn Valley in Youth Soccer registration deadline is Aug. 21 A12 THE GILFORD STEAMER THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2020

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Get lost in the world of geocaching

BY LEIGH SHARPS ing’ was first coined by and winter, by snowmo- Contributing Writer Matt Stum in 2000. He bile one can also find was on the ‘GPS Stash caches on just about ev- REGION — A relatively Hunt’ mailing list, a ery island on the state’s new recreation at only 20 neophyte predecessor big lakes, including local- years old, geocaching has to the now-famous ‘hide ly: Winnipesaukee, Win- become a favorite recre- and seek’ cache hunts. nisquam, Newfound and ational activity for the It is the combination of the Squam Lakes young, seniors, families, two words: geo mean- water. You can find all groups of friends, school ing ‘earth’ to describe lakes, ponds, and rivers classes, summer camp the global nature of this with caches on-line un- groups.....you name it. type of activity and also der ‘NH water caches.’ On the paper slip one refers to geography as There are special rules finds at a geocache site used in GPS (global po- for water caches and (inside the container) sitioning system). Cach- observance of all boat- you’ll see all types of ing comes from a French ing laws in the state are, names: nick-names of word, cache, referring to of course, applicable. Leigh Sharps individuals, fun group a hiding place, but also Grady O’Leary of Ashland searches for a cash on the Squam River dam. To hide your own cache names, camp names, used by pioneers, min- on property not your etc.,, as well as ‘trinkets’ ers, and pirates to de- registered the term geo- access the signal. But read about the first find own, there are also rules in some and that is just scribe hidden weapons caching.com, now the of- on May 1 of that year, in Oregon. He couldn’t to follow on Ground- one of the most satisfying locations. These days, ficial site for the caching President Bill Clinton find any online so de- speak.com or geocach- and entertaining ‘mov- though, the cache is also ‘expeditions.’ gave all GPS users coun- cided to hide his own, ing.com. It must be ap- ing parts’ of this pure used in technology to de- At first, geocaching try-wide access to a larg- not knowing it was to proved to be an official recreational thrill! scribe computer storage, was used by backpack- er accessed error-free be the first in the state. cache site. Geocaching is, basi- as in ‘memory cache,’ ers, hikers, boaters, etc. signal. Two days later He hid a Tupperware The top reasons cach- cally, searching for a hid- employed to retrieve in- as they had knowledge of a computer consultant, container within anoth- ers have listed on the den ‘container’ (which formation accessed most GPS (global positioning Dave Ulmer of Beaver er, for weatherproofing, geocaching site: Dis- comes in many forms frequently by the user. system) already, which Creek, Oregon, hid a in Nashua’s Mine Falls covery, exploration and from large or small ‘box- Stum decided the geo- is necessary for tracking five-gallon black bucket Park. He then logged adventure exist in the es,’ tubes, film canisters, caching term best proved down the hiding places at certain coordinates the coordinates on the real world especially magnetic ‘key’ boxes, an example of earth, of caches. Signals were and posted it as the ‘Orig- Groundspeak site (men- now during this critical etc.) via maps and tips hiding, and technology weak then in 2000 and inal Stash’ on a net news tioned above). Lamere pandemic time, it’s a from an app. on your together. However, it only reached about 328 group (mailing list). He had only logged in three great way to stay healthy smart-phone or tablet. was Groundspeak.com feet for civilian GPS us- detailed the first ‘rules’ finds in ten years when while having fun, you founder Jeremy Irish,, in ers. The fear was that on that site. A plaque a ten year anniversary learn fun facts about the The term ‘geocach- September of 2000, who possible ‘enemies’ might is there today marking of the initial event rolled planet, it’s for the whole the original cache. It is around. About 60 people family to enjoy, you can said in that bucket there showed and Lamere was experience new places was a ‘can’ of beans, the honored guest. The locally or places you nev- but other written geo- location of that original er knew existed in your ALTON BAY caching histories found site remains very well own neighborhood, you on-line say the bucket hidden in the heavily can stretch yourself to SELF STORAGE also had coins, videos, used park if one desires the limit physically and books, food, software, to find it. mentally but you can also money, and a slingshot. In the beginning, there find moments of peace, Unit sizes from were only a few caches in calm and serenity, and, 5x10 to 10x30 His post detailed the our state, but now there lastly, you will have sto- first ‘rules.’ which in- are about 8,700 that are ries to tell for a lifetime! Available! cluded trading some- accessible all year round. You need no further thing found in the con- World-wide there are a reasons than those, but tainer with something by reported 3 million active once you start this ab- the ‘founder.’ That con- sites in 191 countries on solutely high spirited Prices $60-$190 tinues today and what all continents including sport, you’ll probably are called ‘trackables’ Antarctica. More than discover some. It is an are also often used; items 642 million seekers have exciting, gleeful, and vi- that are to be moved logged onto caches since vacious sport. Once you along to another site, the game began in 2000. start you’ll wonder why sometimes going to other How does one start you didn’t discover this WINTER CAR STORAGE countries. Cachers now this exploration sport? high adventure sooner. $700 – 6 MONTHS – 10x20 Unit often leave key chains or Three steps: create an ac- No worries, though, as (Regularly $840 - $100 Deposit marked small pendants count on the official geo- caches continue to grow Required at Reservation) with their ‘group’ name caching.com site (there all over New Hampshire. Limited Amount of Spaces on it and year they were are also many other sites So please...Get Lost! So Make Your Reservation Today! there. to be found on the net), And Found! In New Hampshire, install the app. and nav- NOTE: Geocaching. the first cache was hid- igate the map and follow com/play/search is the www.mtmajorselfstorage.com den by Paul Lamere in hints (if you want; that’s official site. Follow it on October, 2000 after he an option), find the con- Twitter (geocaching) and tainer, open it, log your on Facebook; TrailLink. name or group name and com is another site and the date on the paper in- ‘water caches in NH’ is side (always bring a pen) another; you can find all and, third, post your find and more on the Web. and date on the Web site. iPhones and Androids Place the ‘find’ back in are the most commonly the exact spot where it used smartphones for was found. The contain- geocaching. ers are not all one size. The Society for the On the app you will find Protection of New a hint as to whether you Hampshire Forests has are looking for a mini published a geocaching to macro size container policy on lands under and listed also will be their management. No the degree of difficulty geocaching is allowed on to find it, most notably The Appalachian Trail. the terrain and if there NH State Parks permit is water, hills, etc. One geocaching in their parks hint on containers: the and campgrounds; there majority are waterproof. is a list of all parks alpha- betically on-line. Lakes Though it is fami- used for drinking water ly-friendly, please note sources, such as Masse- that some expeditions besic in Manchester can- are atop mountains, on not be used. There are RR trails, on guardrails, prohibited wilderness near roads, and atop and alpine zone areas of such structures as dams the White Mountain Na- over rushing water.So tional Forest. Find those be cautious with small on their WMNF site. Geo- children. Use the app to caching is currently per- find the easier and short- mitted in other parts of er jaunts for youngsters. the Forest. There are plenty. Please practice ‘Leave TrailLink is another No Trace’ ethics as you site that will take you travel while geocaching! to local trails, mountain Very important to our hikes, and RR trail sys- beautiful environment in tems. In summer by boat, New Hampshire.