Outdoor Activities

We’re sure everyone in New England has felt the change in temperature this past week, as we certainly have here in the Monadnock Region. Cooler days are great for hikes and walking on trails through the woods, and Peterborough has an ample supply of places to explore. There’s several conservation hiking trails throughout the town, […]

Berry picking is always a fun summer pastime which whole family can enjoy themselves. Earlier in the season we mentioned places to pick strawberries in a previous blog post, but now blueberries are ripe! Whether it’s for baking, eating or canning, picking your own berries is one of the many ways to make summer memories. […]

It’s safe to say our lives have taken on a new normal over these past few months. We’ve all had to adjust accordingly, and Peterborough is no different. As  New Hampshire continues to open back up gradually, the Monadnock Region offers many activities  to make your visit a perfect get-away!. We’ve put together a list […]

May has come like a breath of fresh air with warmer weather and (sometimes) no snow. As the temps ine New England are finding a comfortable 60s on sunny days, we decided to go out and enjoy the warmer weather while also learning about Peterborough. In a previous blog we went on the Our Town […]

Edited November 30th, 2021. The Jack Daniels Motor Inn sits in the heart of winter activity in the Monadnock Region and beyond. There’s something for everyone to do no matter your level of experience, providing tons of winter fun all season. Skiing is a seasonal staple in New England. With several different areas surrounding Peterborough, […]

Fall in New England is a unique and special time!. From the change in weather towards cooler days, harvest festivals and the changing of the leaves, there’s something to do and see in almost every corner of our chunk of the country. Monadnock Region especially offers up spectacular foliage views mixed with fun activities with […]

As the temperature rises and the world outside comes into full bloom, people are enjoying all that nature has to offer. With the summer approaching fast, we’re  lucky that we can turn our time out in the great outdoors into a learning and social experience at the same time thanks to the Harris Center for […]

Last year we blogged about some fun stuff to do within the Monadnock region. 2019 has finally arrived we wanted to take a moment to review some of our most popular posts of 2018. So let’s dive in! #1  – Easy Walks in Peterborough  Sometimes going for a hike doesn’t have to be high intensity! […]

Fall foliage is one of the best treats about autumn in New England. Whether you’re just visiting or have lived here for all your life, it’s always a pleasant sight to see the range of colors the leaves turn when everything begins cooling down. This past week the trees have been progressively bringing out their […]

September and October brings the migration of thousands of hawks and other species through the Monadnock Region. The Pack Monadnock Raptor Migration Observatory stationed at Miller State Park in Peterborough NH, is one of the prime spots to view and learn. To kick off this year’s migratory season, the Hawk Migration Association of North America […]