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We are a family ice skating facility. Home to the Central NH Skating Academy, Laconia Leafs JR Hockey Team, Laconia High School, Belmont/Gilford High School, Moultonboro/Inter-Lakes High School, and daily public skating. Visit www.laconiaicearena.com for schedules and events.

468 Province Rd. Laconia, NH 03246

Phone: 603-528-0789

Web: http://www.laconiaicearena.com

Muddy Paw Sled Dog Kennel offers dog sled tours year round. In the snow on sleds from 2 - 50 miles including overnights, or during warmer months w/our specially engineered cart, adventure awaits. Come meet our friendly canine athletes, many from rescue situations. You'll get to drive the team, pet dogs, help harness & hitch your team ... be as hands on as you wish! Home of the winter "Longest Dogsled Ride in New England" and the summer "Paws & Paddles" combination package that includes whitewater rafting & rolling dogsledding all in one day!

32 Valley Rd. Jefferson, NH 03583

Phone: 6035454533

Web: http://www.dogslednh.com

The city's 850-seat theatre, home to the capital area's community-based A&E, has been restored to its 1904 design and upgraded with the latest technical equipment. The reception lobby is a community gathering spot. Visit www.theaudi.org for schedule and photos. Tickets range from free to 0.

2 Prince St. Concord, NH 03301

Phone: 603-228-2793

Web: http://http://www.onconcord.com/gsadmin/concordv2.asp?siteindx=G10,08

Experience the wonders of our atmosphere through hands-on, interactive exhibits and a live video chat with weather observers living and working on the summit of Mt. Washington. Also be sure to peruse The Weather Store for all the latest weather gadgets and educational toys. Admission is free! Group tours are welcome, and overnight camp-ins are available.

2779 White Mountain Hwy. North Conway, NH 03860

Phone: 6033562137

Web: http://www.mountwashington.org/education/center/

PFEEC offers environmental education for all ages throughout the year including WildQuest camps, public programs, field trips, and long-term partnerships with local elementary schools. The farm is designated as an official New Hampshire Wildlife Viewing Area and offers hiking on more than three miles of woodland, pond and field trails. Visitors can also explore the three-story historic barn, beautiful heritage flower and vegetable gardens, and an old-fashioned maple sugar operation (during the month of March).

928 White Oaks Rd. Laconia, NH 03246

Phone: 603-366-5695

Web: http://www.prescottconservancy.org

Whitewater rafting in NH, family adventure at its best. Class II - IV and float trips are available. Experience the exhilaration of guided rafting adventures on the Androscoggin River in NH and the Magalloway & Rapid Rivers of Maine! Home of the "Paws & Paddles" Combo - combining daytime whitewater rafting and evening rolling dogsled adventures. Experienced guides and easily accessible location. Shuttle to and from the river, state of the art safety equipment, and incredible, freshly prepared steak, chicken or veggie dinner included in your trip!

196 Main St. Gorham, NH 03581

Phone: 6035454533

Web: http://www.raftnh.com

Turns winter's darkest days into a lighted winter wonderland. Animated displays, cascades of holiday lights, a visit with Santa, holiday portraits, Wagon Rides, or just a treat by the fire makes this a must do" on any holiday list.

Route 49 Campton, NH 03223

Phone: 603-726-7001

Web: http://www.HolidayMagicLightPark.com

Trailrides, wagon, and sleighrides open year round. Overnight adventure rides in the Summer.

91 Vintinner Rd. Campton, NH 03223

Phone: 6037268067

Web: http://watervillevalleyregion.com/RockyRidge/

The Pierce Brigade is a nonprofit volunteer organization that moved, restored and now maintains the former home of Franklin Pierce as a museum. The mission of the Brigade is to honor and preserve the legacy of the 14th President of the United States with appropriate recognition.

14 Horseshoe Pond Ln. Concord, NH 03301

Phone: 6032254555

Web: http://www.piercemanse.org

Hands-on and creative exhibits...Family Entertainment. The Children's Museum is a hands-on interactive museum for children (and their adult friends) where they can satisfy their curiosity about the world around them. Learning at the museum is fun and full of surprises.

28 Lang St. Meredith, NH 03253

Phone: 603-279-6307

Web: http://www.thezeeum.com