Hiking, biking, swimming, paddling, surfing... New Hampshire has so much to offer outdoor adventurers in the summer. Check out our State Parks and our National Forests for lots of fun ideas. There are so many fun restaurants, farmer's markets, flea markets, festivals, and other events to choose from all summer long, there's no excuse to leave New Hampshire. 

NH has so many fun and enriching events during the summer. Check out this calendar to find out what's happening all over the state. Learn how to make some easy changes to "green" your summer. 

Early summer is the busiest time in the garden. Every day something new sprouts or blossoms or bears food. Flower gardens, herb gardens, pollinator gardens, vegetable gardens, container gardens... even if you only have a windowsill, give yourself the gift of green! It's good for the soul. If you're ready for it, we share lots of information on this site for growing your own food and food for your pollinator friends.

Summertime is when everything is growing like crazy, including the weeds and the pests. If your garden needs some TLC, check out Backyard 101 for eco-friendly tips and ideas. 

If you want the fruits and veggies, but don't have the space or time for a garden, CSAs and Farmer's Markets are great alternatives. Want some inspiration? You can visit some of New Hampshire's wonderful public gardens or natural meadows. 

Weatherizing your home is the best way to keep the heat out during the summer and the heat in during the winter. If you’re desperate for some AC during the day, visit a public place already running one. Go to the library, a bookstore, a grocery store, or a restaurant or cafe to cool off. If you can, get yourself a cool drink (in a reusable cup) while you’re there or make yourself an afternoon ice coffee. 

Keep out the heat! Here in New Hampshire, it is almost always cool at night even when it is really hot during the day. In order to regulate the temperature inside your house, you can keep the windows open all night, running a box fan if you want, and then close all the windows once things heat up in the morning. 

Stock your fridge and freezer with cool drinks and snacks, like homemade popsicles, gazpacho, and sun tea. Keep your oven and stovetop powered down and choose sandwiches and cold snacks instead. You can also cook outside on the grill to keep your house cool.