Around New England
Join us as we tackle a variety of trails—some that leave us gasping for air and others that are perfect for the whole family (and by “family,” we mean the dog, too). We’re on a mission to explore the great outdoors and share our escapades with you, so you can plan your own New England adventure. Our itinerary includes discovering quirky new towns, revisiting beloved favorites, enjoying the fresh air, and, of course, indulging in some seriously good eats. Thanks for tuning in! If you have any recommendations or questions (or just want to share your favorite snack for the trail), we’re all ears
Episodes
This week Mike and Pemi did a solo hike in the Seacoast area of New Hampshire while G was away for the weekend.
This quick tour talks about the highlights of Stratham Hill Park. It's super dog-friendly and has 10 miles of trails! We did the 5 mile loop and it was great.
This park is located near Portsmouth as well as Hampton and Exeter. If you are staying nearby, plan on spending a little time here!&nb...
This week we discuss hiking with a dog. Be sure to check with your vet to be sure you aren't overdoing it with your little buddy!
We give several tips on when to turn around, what to bring for the dog on trail, trail etiquite, and of course some of our favorite hikes to do with a dog.
We discovered BringFido.com to be a great tool when finding hikes for your dogs.
Some of our favorites:
Mount Maj...
Join us this week as we hike another mountain from the 52 With A View list, Mount Israel. This is a family and dog friendly hike with some fantastic views from the summit!
The hike has many different features to it including the rare (to New England) switchbacks! We hiked via the Wentworth Trail and it was a lot of fun.
After the hike we hit up Eldridge Family Sugar Shack to get some maple soft serve (known ...
Join us this week as we cool off at two great swimming holes. We found these from the book "Falcon Guide's Swimming Holes New England: 50 of the Best Swimming Spots" by Sarah Lamagna.
First we went hiked up the Rattle River Trail to find a few nice secluded pools. We had them to ourselves the whole time. We didn't even see many hikers this day. It's located near Gorham, NH. It is part of the Appellatio...
This week we were so excited to go to a listener's recommendation and We hit 3 New England states in one hike! The Buck Hill Management Area has a trail that will take you from Rhode Island into Massachusetts, along the border of Connecticut, and back to Rhode Island again. This 7.5 mile loop had just over 600 feet of elevation gain.
Be sure to wear your orange during hunting season as pheasant hunting is a ...
Join us this week as we hike on the stunning property of the Marsh Billings Rockefeller Farm and Museum. This is actually a National Park, the first of which dedicated to land stewardship. The trails are free to walk around. You can park at the museum and use their facilities for free. We have checked out the farm and museum many years ago and we had fond memories.
This trip was all about hiking and ch...
Join us this week as we hike two more family friendly and dog friendly hikes around Portland, Maine. First we hiked the popular Back Cove Trail area conveniently located right off 295. This is an easy 3.5 mile loop that must be a very popular spot for locals to get their exercise. We can't say that we blame them! There are city views as well as nice views of the water and the surrounding Back Cove neighborhood.&nb...
This week we hike another 52 With A View mountain, Stinson Mountain in Rumney, NH. This mountain has some great views and an awesome trail going up. Listen to this podcast to avoid making the same mistake we made coming back down! Overall this mountain is a lot of fun to hike. It's relatively easy, and has great bang for your buck!
We have done several on the list so far. Check out our Blog on the 52 W...
Thinking about getting into hiking but not sure where to start? In this episode, we talk through the questions we wish someone answered for us when we were beginners.
In this episode we discuss things we wish we knew when we first started hiking, gear recommendations for beginners, hiking with dogs, what to do if you get lost, how to research your hiking destination, and of course what type of food you prefer afte...
Join us this week as we go to Freeport Maine to hike and shop. We hiked Freeport's highest point, Hedgehog Mountain. This area is 196 acres and has over 5 miles of hiking trails. It is maintained by the Town of Freeport, and it's in great shape.
This is a dog friendly hike that is fairly easy. It's close to the shops and has a viewpoint that can see all the way to Mount Washington on a clear day.
...Join us this week as we take a road trip around New Hampshire to 4 different family & pet-friendly waterfall destination hikes. If you haven't listened to it already, check out our older podcast about Arethusa Falls and Ripley Falls.
Coffee:
Pure & Brave in Plymouth, NH
Frontside North Conway, NH
Join us this week as we hike Wachusett Mountain in Princeton, Massachusetts! Located within the Wachusett Mountain State Reservation, This was a great family friendly hike with some great views! We started from the parking lot at Wachusett Mountain Ski Area. The trail name we did was Balance Rock to Old Indian Trail. Balance Rock is a natural glacial phenomenon that is an easy .35 miles from the trailhead.&n...
Join us this week as we head back up to the Bethel, Maine area to hike the Mount Will Trail. This is just one of the many trails maintained by the Inland Woods & Trails. This non-profit organization maintains over 100 miles of trails in the area. We first meet them at the Snowbound Expo and again at the Boston Run and Outdoor Expo. We brought our dog, and there are many other dog-friendly trails we are e...
Join us this week as we hike one of the most popular hikes in NH, possibly even the US, Mount Monadnock in Jaffrey, NH. Although Mount Monadnock is attainable for almost any ability, it is still a challenging hike. Be prepared to have fun, but also make sure you are prepared for a real hike! It was over 4 miles total, and about 1,650 feet of elevation gain.
Join us this week as we hike a local favorite of ours, Mount Major. This mountain is a great introductory hike for pets, kids, or anyone looking to take a nice step towards the more difficult mountains.
We have been to a few places to eat in the area. In the summer, we have been to Pop's Clam Shell, right on Lake Winnipesauke in Alton Bay. They serve seafood and a variety of other fried foods. Yo...
Join us this week as we travel to beautiful Manchester, VT to hike Lye Brook Falls Trail. The destination of this 4.8 mile hike is one of Vermont's tallest waterfall. The hike is fairly easy, kid and dog friendly, and the views are worth the mileage! We saw a wide variety of hikers here.
After the hike we checked out nearby Depot Street Burgers for a delicious post-hike burger & beer. We also...
Join us this week as we go to Sleeping Giant State Park in Hamden, CT. This family and dog-friendly hike has a cool tower (or castle) at the summit that has nice views of Long Island Sound and the New Haven area. We did a 4.5 mile loop that included going past the summit and returning a less common trail. It was not difficult and a lot of fun.
After the hike we headed to the world famous Wooster Street in New Have...
Join us this week as we travel abroad to Ireland! We hiked and ate at some fantastic spots that we simply had to share with you guys! If you are ever fortunate enough to get to Ireland, be sure to take a day to have a hiking adventure.
We booked our trip through Ireland Walk Hike Bike. We first learned about this Ireland based company on our first trip to Ireland. We hiked a guided 16 km hike through t...
This week we talk about two short NH hikes that are perfect for families that enjoy getting out on the trails! First we checked out Blue Job Mountain in Strafford, NH. There are two peaks, with great views accessable by the Blue Job Mountain Loop trail. Little Blue Job has an exposed peak and nice views of the White Mountains. Blue Job has a fire tower that is available to partially climb up.
Today we’re going to break down outdoor activities to do in each season here in New England regardless of when you get to travel.
We get this question a lot, "What do you think is the best season to visit New England?"
While G loves the Fall, Mike prefers the warmer weather in the summer months. Both of us agree that each season has its advantages. Here are just some of the activities we discuss this week and what...
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