Not our name, but our passion
There is a small park on the shores of Lake Massabesic in Auburn with some picnic tables and memorials to New Hampshire veterans. There is no swimming in the lake due to it being the water supply for the city of Manchester but it is a very quiet spot for a nice lunch. Boating on the lake is allowed and birding is a popular pastime with ~ 23 species spotted.
Clair’s Landing on Lake Massabesic in Auburn is a wide boat launch capable of handling good sized motor boats. The 4 square mile lake supplies drinking water for the city of Manchester so swimming and waterskiing are not allowed. It is a good spot for fishing, sailing or boating. Up to 23 species of birds have been identified on the lake.
Alex saw this Pileated Woodpecker right outside our house in Raymond, New Hampshire. The tree he was pounding on was in our front driveway. The pileated woodpecker is quite a large bird with a distinctive red head. It is actually very reminiscent of the cartoon character Woody Woodpecker.
They are loud birds who drill into dead trees looking for carpenter ants and other insects.
Alex went out and examined the holes the woodpecker was drilling.
Jocelyn’s in Salem, New Hampshire offers a nice selection of mediterranean favorites in a pleasant atmosphere. The casual setting is easily accessed off Route 28 in Salem. The menu has such middle eastern staples as kibbee, shawarma, and hummus.
The hummus was a great start to the meal.
The entrees were all authentic and very good as we shared around the table.
The Richard Schanda Conservation Park in Newmarket is one of the last accessible areas on the Lamprey River. This small park in the center of the town has a picnic table, a carved stone bench and access to the river. It is a pleasant little park to rest and enjoy a coffee if exploring the surrounding area.
