August 2019 – Page 6 – WANDERLUST FAMILY ADVENTURE

Willey House Historic Site – Crawford Notch State Park, New Hampshire

August 25, 2019 Joseph Candora Hiking, Historic Sites, Lake/Pond, Memorials, Mountain, Museums, New England, New Hampshire, North America, State Parks, United States

The Willey House Historic site is in Crawford Notch State Park on NH Route 302.

New photo by Wanderlust Family Adventure / Google Photos

The gift shop/visitor center is located next to a small pond and encompassed by mountain scenery.

On the evening of August 28, 1826 massive flooding occurred after a period of drought followed by torrential rains. Most of the main bridges in the area were washed out and many landslides ensued on the mountain slopes. The Willey family owned the house in this location. After the flooding visits to the house found it undamaged as the landslide went around the house causing no damage. Samuel J. Willey, his wife, five children and two hired hands were no where to be found. There was evidence of a hurried departure but no sign of the people. The bodies of Mr. and Mrs. Willey and two of their children were later found in the valance debris. It is surmised that they tried to escape the landslide and became caught in the conflagration. After the disaster the house and the notch itself became a major tourist attraction as people were drawn to the remaining house and the story of human tragedy it represented.

Restaurant Review – Yankee Smokehouse (West Ossipee, New Hampshire

August 25, 2019 Joseph Candora New England, New Hampshire, North America, Restaurants, Reviews, United States

As you drive up towards North Conway and the White Mountains of New Hampshire from points south you will be sure to notice the prominently placed restaurant the Yankee Smokehouse in West Ossipee. Having passed this restaurant many times we decided to stop as the timing was just right on our way home from a recent trip to the mountains. The interior decor was casual and even though it was a busy summer weekend and the patronage was high there was only a short wait.

Alex and Rita were in the mood for pizza and I was on the hunt for good brisket that I have not been able to find since I was in Texas.

The pizza was OK nothing to write home about but good. The brisket had a delicious “bark” as the rub used was very flavorful. I was again disappointed however in the dryness of the meat. I am still looking for the mouth watering juiciness I associate with good southern barbecued brisket. The steak fries and cole slaw were good.

Clark’s Trading Post Train Ride – Lincoln, New Hampshire

August 20, 2019 Joseph Candora Attractions, Covered Bridges, New England, New Hampshire, North America, United States

One of the highlights of a visit to Clark’s Trading Post in Lincoln, New Hampshire is a ride on their steam powered train especially if you have kids. You can grab a ride near the entrance to the park and there is a wheelchair lift making the ride accessible to all.

Upon departure the steam powered train passes the “main street” of the park, the climbing tower, water park and sedgeway rental area.

After passing the large pile of wood used for fuel for the train you make your way through the covered bridge.

As you ride through the woods be prepared to be harassed by the Clark’s Wolfman. He follows the train and yells at the passengers, great fun for the little ones.

A nice short (~20 minutes), relaxing train ride perfect for the kids or adults who want to sit and take a break from the rest of the park.

1884 Pemigewasset Hook and Ladder Fire Station Museum – Lincoln, New Hampshire

August 20, 2019 Joseph Candora Architecture, Attractions, Historic Sites, Museums, New England, New Hampshire, North America, United States

Clark’s Trading Post in Lincoln, New Hampshire is a multi use attraction with trained bear acts, a water park, train ride and several museums. One of the museums is housed in an 1884 Hook and Ladder Fire Station. The station holds a great many artifacts dating from the 19th and early 20th centuries including numerous fire fighting equipment, motorcycles and other items.

The fire fighting equipment is at the forefront of the collection.

The eclectic collection includes a great many vintage items.

Personal favorite items were the vintage motorcycles.

Clark’s Covered Bridge – Lincoln, New Hampshire

August 19, 2019 Joseph Candora Architecture, Attractions, Covered Bridges, Historic Markers, Historic Sites, New England, New Hampshire, North America, Rivers, United States

On the Grounds of Clark’s Trading Post in Lincoln, New Hampshire is the Clark’s Covered Bridge. The bridge spans the Pemigewassett River and was constructed in 1904. Originally located in Barre, Vermont it was moved to the present site by the Clark family in 1960 and is now part of the tourist attraction in the park.