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A Granite State Saint Patrick's Day
A quick peek at St. Patrick's Day celebration in New Hampshire. The question of a boiled corned beef dinner is also settled - really!
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Black Bears in the Granite State
Learn about the campaign by the New Hampshire Fish & Game Department to keep Black bears and people safe from each other.
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Igneous Rocks
The next area of the rock cycle we will look at are those rocks that are formed from the fiery interior of the earth. Igneous rocks are those rocks that form from hot magma erupting from volcanoes or slowly intruding into the subsurface.
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Islands in the Stream ... of Traffic - Part II
How to design an island with an eating area.
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Kitchen Design - Where to Start
The start of the design process in renovating your kitchen. Study the NKBA guidelines and take a look at your own kitchen. You have to know what you have before you can get what you want.
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Moose Alert!
During the next few months your chances of encountering moose in NH are greater than normal. Read all about it here!
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The Old Man of the Mountain
Meet the Old Man of the Mountain -- he is spectacular!
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Blueberry Island
One of Lake Fletcher's most significant landmarks is and island where the writer had his first camping experience at about five months of age.
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Bowen's Reaction Series
How does magma become the igneous rocks we see? Norman Bowen identified one possible method for the evolution of magmas.
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Cee Dub Welch on Creative Camp Cooking
Few things in life end up being written in stone; the exception of course, a few short words on a gravestone that marks a final resting place. I've run across cooks who treat every recipe card as a piece of granite.
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Franconia Notch: NH Vacation Spot
In New Hampshire's White Mountain National Forest, Franconia Notch is filled with things to see and do and natural wonders from Lincoln to Cannon Mountain.
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Ginkgo Petrified Forest
Where can you go to see petrified ginkgo wood? Only four places on this earth, including Washington State.
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Igneous Intrusive Bodies
Magma rising from the Earth's interior isn't an indistinct blob, but takes on distinct shapes. Depending on the composition of the igneous rock, and the overlying geology there are several shapes an intruding igneous body can take
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Igneous Rock Identification (Advanced)
More detailed diagrams to help you in identifying igneous rocks.
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Igneous Rock Identification (Basic)
A basic key to get you started on identification of igneous rocks.
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Journeying to the Cave Temple Seokguram Grotto
Elaborate Buddhist carvings decorate the man made granite cavern of Seokguram Grotto. This historic cave temple is still an architectural mystery today.
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Kitchen Countertop Options
Many countertop options are available. This article discusses several different countertop materials to help you choose the countertop that is right for you.
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Machu Pichu
Machu Pichu was at one time a vital Incan habitation site where nobility, priests and residents lived and thrived.
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Rock Climbing in Squamish BC
Squamish is called the "outdoor recreation capital of Canada" with good reason. A seasoned climber or just beginning, you're sure to find the perfect rock to climb.
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Stone Compound Countertops
The newest kitchen trend has hit the markets with a resounding thud and appears to be pushing granite out of the way.
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Stone Flooring
Read on to find out what kind of stones are suitable for your floor -- both inside and outside the house. Get handy tips on installation and maintaining stone floors.
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Stones
Learn about the types of stones, their formation and get handy tips about the colors of commonly available stones.
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The Golden Staircase, Part I
One day in July, my father and I set out on a canoe and hiking trip to explore an alternate route into the jewel in the crown of Central Ontario's wilderness, Algonquin Provincial Park.
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An Airport with a History
The Manchester Airport has been a part of history. Join me as I explore the story of the little airport "that could."
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Clinton Wins New Hampshire Primary
Presidential candidate and Democrat Hillary Clinton followed in her husband's footsteps to became the new "Comeback Kid" in New Hampshire.
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Gathering Your Christmas Tree in Washington
Looking to get a Christmas tree in Washington State? Find out where to cut one in Washington's forests or get a u-cut or pre-cut tree at the many tree farms around the state.
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Igneous Rocks
Igneous rocks are formed from lava (or magma), though they are not easily definable, as they exist in over seven hundred varieties.
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Install a Kitchen Backsplash
A weekend DIY project: install a backsplash above your kitchen cabinet tops and cooking surfaces: tile, granite, stainless steel, or laminate.
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Karnak Temple Complex
The Karnak Temple Complex in the ancient Egyptian town of Thebes was constructed and added on by numerous kings over thousands of years.
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Nature's Palette is New Hampshire
Join me as I share the sights, aromas, and flavors of Autumn in New Hampshire.
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New Hampshire Primary Season
Welcome to my first New Hampshire article -- about a New Hampshire first -- the presidential primary.
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New Hampshire’s Disappearing River
A river can carve through a mountain; Lost River did just that, creating a natural fun-house of caves, tumbled boulders, sculptured rocks and passages to wriggle through
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Nuclear Energy Profile - Sweden
In recent years, Sweden has changed its stance on nuclear power. The operational lives of many existing reactors has been extended amid plans to build new facilities.
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Provincetown, Massachusetts
While sand dunes and the National Seashore make up the bulk of Provincetown, there's more than just beaches in this quaint village at the head of Cape Cod.
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Snapshot: Newport
Join me as I explore Newport, New Hampshire, a town that offers unlimited recreational activities wrapped up in small-town charm!
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The Mysterious Enchanted Rock
Explore the mystery of a natural wonder known as Enchanted Rock, the second largest granite outcropping in North America -- the true tale of a remarkable landmark.
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Three Cheers For Oswego Tea
Oswego Tea or Bee Balm and other species of Monarda are among the most colorful natives for the summer garden.
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Visit Historic Butte Montana
With the majestic Rocky Mountains at its doorstep, Butte Montana celebrates its history as an old mining town, with historic tours, monuments and festivals.
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Winter Fun in New Hampshire
New Hampshire is the place to be if you want to enjoy winter activities. Join me to find out why!
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New Hampshire Mountain Vacations
With so much to do in NH's White Mountains don't overlook the outdoor and recreation experiences in Franconia Notch, adventures for kids and adults in all seasons.
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The Best Luxury Ski Resorts
The winter holiday season is the best time of year for an upscale ski trip. The best North American ski resort towns supplement skiing with great apres-ski activities.
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What Are the Swing States in the 2008 Election?
Having secured their political base during the Democratic and Republican Conventions, presidential candidates will now focus on several powerful battleground states.
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