The site of the fort has been occupied since 1689 as an important military defensive position. The area at one time was called “Battery Pasture” and was acquired by William Pepperrell, a merchant and landowner. The first structures were probably … Read More
The “Nubble” is a small, rocky island a short distance off the eastern point of Cape Neddick, about two miles north of the entrance to the York River and York Harbor. In 1602, explorer Bartholomew Gosnold met with local Indians … Read More
How many times have you said or heard “Gee Willikers”!? Wonder if this is where it came from … Had a wonderful time exploring the historic downtown area of Portsmouth NH that goes back to 1623. As we walked the … Read More
The more things change the more they stay the same! The last time Karen and I were here was in 1976 and I was here last in 1988. We’re parked in the driveway of the old house on Winnacunnet Road … Read More
Just spent 3 nights at the Promised Land State Park in the Poconos of Pennsylvania and had a great time in spite of the rain on the 3rd day. We had a very picturesque hike along a river and the … Read More