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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.

New photo by Wanderlust Family Adventure / Google Photos

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.

In addition to the trained bear acts,

the water park,

and the museums,

there is a short train ride on a steam locomotive which takes you through the covered bridge.

The train ride is great fun for the kids and it is the best way to see the bridge.

Pierce Bridge Historic Marker – Bethlehem, New Hampshire

August 19, 2019 Joseph Candora Historic Markers, Historic Sites, New England, New Hampshire, North America, United States

Bethlehem, New Hampshire was a hot bed of activity in the early 20th century. A major train hub for the nearby White Mountain attractions tourists flocked to the area. The advent of easy automobile travel spelled the end of the rail tourist golden age.
The Teddy Roosevelt Trail ran from Maine to Oregon became the preferred route for tourists in the early days of the motorcar. NH Route 302 was a part of this trail. After floods in 1927 many bridges had to be constructed quickly. The pierce bridge was an example of the riveted steel construction used. The poorly maintained bridge is nearby and is only open to pedestrians.

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