Channel 5 and the Chronicle team put together a terrific 30-minute TV special called “What’s Not to Lake”. The promotion from their website reads: “Can you boat in your backyard? Mike O’Brien can. He’s just one of many New Englanders who find a lot to like about living on a lake. Tonight we check out […]
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New Sustainable Living Community at Squam Lake NH
Squam has a new Sustainable Living Community which balances environmental, economic and social considerations in it’s development. The community will preserve the beauty of the area while minimally impacting the land. Some lots are wooded and provide privacy and abut hundreds of acres of conservation land, others offer outstanding lake and/or mountain views. The community will […]
10 Questions to ask When Buying Lakefront Property
Many buyers say that purchasing their dream lakefront home was the best think they ever did. But buying lakefront property is different than any other real estate. Answer “yes” to any of these 10 questions below and your ability to finance, as well as your ability to enjoy your dream home, may be in Jeapardy! Is […]
Living on the Lake: Full Time or Part Time?
By Frank Eaton Quiet morning coffees on your deck, working at home in an office with a view, sun rises, sun sets, picnics on the water, dips in the lake on warm afternoons, water lapping on the shoreline, and still getting in a full day’s activities makes living on the lake all worthwhile; full time […]
Deck Boats Offer Terrific Benefits
When you’re shopping for a new recreational boat there are so many options to choose from it’s easy to get overwhelmed. But if you’re looking for a fun passenger boat, consider buying a deck boat for your lakefront property. As the name implies, a deck boat has a large width deck area able to accommodate […]
The Benefits of Recycled Plastic Adirondack Chairs
Recycled plastic Adirondack chairs are a great way to enjoy comfort while being kind to the environment. They are the same Adirondack chairs that many of us know and love, except that they offer a list of advantages that can benefit everyone. Companies who make this type of furniture use the recycled plastic from things […]
10 Steps to a Healthy Lakefront Property
Take care of your lakefront property and it will take care of you. Here are 10 tips for a healthy lakefront property: 1. Don’t feed your lake: reduce or eliminate lawn fertilizers, and don’t fertilize your lawn unless a soil test says so. 2. Leave or create at least a 20-30 foot buffer strip between the lake […]
The Origin and Nature of Lakes in Massachusetts
The lakes in Massachusetts were created in two principal ways: by glacial activity approximately 12,000 years ago or by damming streams or small lake outlets, most of latter occurring during the early industrial age of the country for water power. In many respects, lakes are like people. They are born, grow older and die, with […]
Life on the Water – It’s a Way of Life for This Family
Posted July 03, 2013 in Clear Lake by Lori Berglund Cruising the lake, they crop up one after another. We spy them from the comfort of the boat: docks that are old and weathered, and some that are shiny and new. Sometimes there’s a party going on — cocktails and slinky sundresses. Sometimes it’s just […]
Cruise Lake Winnipesaukee Aboard The M/S Mount Washington
Whether you live in New Hampshire or just visiting, it’s a must to take a trip on the Mount Washington. It’s a great way to tour the lake and get a bit of history all in a relaxing manner. After all, this ship is a true New Hampshire icon. The pride of the Mount Washington […]