The Balsams' red clay courts are admired by both legendary pros and young amateurs.
When Rick Toland recently took charge of tennis programs at this northern NH vacation spot, he wasn’t exactly a stranger. He has intermittently served here (pardon the punnery) since the 1970s.
It was in those early days of Toland’s resort service that a highlight occurred which bears recalling… Read More
Tennis buffs hunting for things to do in New Hampshire may want to take advantage of some recent news from TennisResortsOnline.com.
The popular site recently listed this New Hampshire resort as one of the Top 20 places to play the sport, not just in America but in the entire world. Read More
For those who love quiet, remote, places surrounded by a light-free night sky, there is now a chance to enjoy a night or two in a rustic cabin atop a northern NH mountain that offers views into Maine, Vermont, and Quebec Province. Not far from this New England Resort stands Magalloway Mountain in Pittsburg, NH, where a historic fire tower overlooks miles of woodlands and lakes, and where the watchman’s cabin will soon be available for overnight stays. Read More
NH resort goers and vacationers will sometimes tell you northern New Hampshire is almost like a whole ‘nother country, and actually, parts of it once were. Today this New England vacation hotspot offers a different kind of independence….the chance to disappear into the woods on an all-terrain vehicle. Read More
Ed Sanders' Unimog makes a break for Hell Gate with "hostage" on board.
“The location and directions should be kept secret,” writes New Hampshire expedition lover Ed Sanders conspiratorially. “If you try it in much less than a Unimog, you might not get back. Also, if everyone went there it would ruin the place.” Read More
As the snow begins to melt across New England, thoughts turn from skiing and snowshoeing to other outdoor adventures. Some fun things to do in New Hampshire in the springtime include Geocaching and Letterboxing, two forms of a type of hide-and-seek treasure hunting game that are growing in popularity and can include the whole family. There are hundreds of hidden “caches” in the state, many near this New Hampshire Resort in Dixville Notch. Read More
Folks seeking fun things to do in New Hampshire this spring may be able to do them earlier than expected. The state’s mild winter marked yet another milestone on the path to its end this week, and this one is record-breaking.
Lake Winnipesaukee’s yearly “ice-out” came earlier than it ever has in recorded history: 2:00 p.m. on March 24. Read More
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Thousands of snowmobile enthusiasts are expected to inundate the rural northern outpost of West Stewartstown, New Hampshire, located near this New England vacation spot, for two days of riding and testing. March 5th and 6th mark the latest incarnation of an event that goes back to 1993: The Swift Diamond Riders’ SnoDeo. Read More
Couples staying at this New Hampshire Resort for Valentine’s Weekend will be offered the chance to play The Balsams’ twist on the old T.V. game show, “The Newlywed Game.” It’s called “How Well Do You Know Your Mate?” and is sure to be a great time for participants and audience members alike! Read More
Well, the weather outside may be frightful indeed, but the atmosphere at this New England resort is as warm and inviting as being hearth-side at Grandma’s house after a chilly, wintry trip though the woods.
In addition to some great Alpine & Nordic skiing and other winter wonderland excitement, from January 15th through the 17th The Balsams will be welcoming new and returning guests to this year’s WinterFest Weekend, featuring many familiar (and several new) activities and events. With both indoor and outdoor activities to engage every interest, there will be no excuse for not getting involved – unless a good rest after the hectic pace of the holiday season is on your agenda, of course! Read More
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