New Hampshire Public Television
Echoes of Granite State History Promo | Windows to the Wild
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- Echoes of Granite State History Promo | Windows to the Wild
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- 0:31
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Get a sneak peek of episode 3 from Windows to the Wild's 20th season!
Host Willem Lange explores the history, culture, and people of Canterbury's Shaker Village. While there, he hears the story of a Revolutionary War veteran who found refuge in the forest behind the Village. Then we travel with a docent to Appledore Island.
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- From Backyards to Bedrock Gardens | Windows to the Wild
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- 27:12
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
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- Host Willem Lange takes you from the backyard of gardening social media star Jessica Zander to a horticultural oasis in Lee, NH. Witness how connected people are to the outdoors, right in their backyards.
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- From Train Station to Print Shop | Our Hometown Warner
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- 5:57
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
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- Jeremy recalls when Warner’s train station was the town’s heartbeat—from ski trains delivering city-dwellers to local rope tows, to the summer vacations that inspired a lifelong connection to the community. A story of railways, roots, and how a whistle once brought Warner together.
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#WarnerNH #SkiTrains #OurHometown #NewHampshireHistory #Railroads
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- Backyards To Bedrock Gardens Promo | Windows to the Wild
- Runtime
- 0:31
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- Get a sneak peek at episode 2 of @Windows to the Wild Season 20
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- Vaccines & More | The State We're In
- Runtime
- 21:38
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- Dr. Gabriela Andujar Vazquez, the epidemiologist at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, speaks about vaccines and a few tuberculosis cases in the region.
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- Waterways & Wonders | Windows to the Wild
- Runtime
- 28:47
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- Join host Willem Lange as he discovers exciting activities on New England’s waterways – from rowing in a Dory along Maine's coast, hunting for an invasive crab in New Hampshire,to skating on one of the world’s longest ice trails.
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- The You Can Do It Gardener | Windows to the Wild
- Runtime
- 11:19
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- After 30 years in nonprofit finance, Jess Zander traded spreadsheets for soil. Now she’s the You Can Do It Gardener—coaching people to grow confidence alongside their plants. With a mix of practicality and passion, she helps others turn confusion into clarity and turn their outdoor spaces into places they truly enjoy.
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- Time to Talk | Seniority Authority
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- 27:07
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- How do you begin tough but necessary talks about aging and future care? Host Cathleen Toomey sits down with Rani Snyder, president of The John A. Hartford Foundation, to explore strategies for easing tension, building understanding, and opening dialogue with compassion. With real-life stories and practical guidance, this episode offers families tools to navigate aging conversations with clarity and care.
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- Try it! Embrace failure and learn from it | Windows to the Wild #nhpbs
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- 0:57
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- Meet garden coach Jessica Zander, who turned her passion for plants into a thriving community—helping people discover that, yes, you can do it too.
Catch YOU CAN DO IT GARDENING, the next digital-first WINDOWS TO THE WILD story, dropping Wednesday, October 8 at 6 PM on YouTube + the PBS App.
Subscribe to our YouTube channel and download the PBS App so you don’t miss it.
Support for the production of WINDOWS TO THE WILD is provided by the Alice J. Reen Charitable Trust, the John D. McGonigle Foundation, the Bailey Charitable Foundation, Road Scholar, and viewers like you.
Now more than ever, your support keeps stories like these on the air—and us out in the wild. Thank you.
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- Raising Buffalo in Warner | Our Hometown Warner
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- 4:48
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
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- Brian and Kira Farmer share the heartfelt story of why they chose Warner, New Hampshire, as their home and the surprising reason they raise buffalo. From the challenges of caring for a unique herd to the rewards of rural living, the Farmers reveal how their move brought them closer to the land, the community, and each other.
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💬 Watch more Warner stories: youtube.com/@nhpbs
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#OurHometown #WarnerNH #GraniteStateStories #BuffaloFarm #NHFarming #SupportLocalFarms #AmericanBison
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- Radically Rural 2025 | The State We're In
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- 13:16
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- The popular small-town summit is back for an eighth installment with a new slate of speakers and topics.
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- Waterways & Wonders Promo | Windows to the Wild
- Runtime
- 0:31
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- A sneak peek at the first episode of season 20! @Windows to the Wild Season 20.
Join host Willem Lange as he discovers exciting activities on New England’s waterways – from rowing in a Dory along Maine's coast, hunting for an invasive crab in New Hampshire, to skating on one of the world’s longest ice trails.
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- The Power of Purpose
- Runtime
- 26:17
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- SENIORITY AUTHORITY host Cathleen Toomey explores a profound question: What will you do with the decades after retirement? Bestselling author and Modern Elder Academy Founder Chip Conley reveals how true happiness later in life comes from purpose—your ikigai. Chip shares principles to redefine midlife, embrace growth and ignite your next chapter.
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- Maine’s Dark Sky | Windows to the Wild
- Runtime
- 7:31
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- Deep in Maine’s North Woods, the Appalachian Mountain Club preserves the darkest skies east of the Mississippi. At Little Lyford Lodge during the “See the Dark” festival, astronomers, naturalists, and stargazers gather to celebrate and protect the night. Discover how dark sky conservation is shaping science, ecology, and outdoor adventure.
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- Think Strong, Age Strong | Seniority Authority
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- 25:26
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- How can you keep your brain strong as you age? Host Cathleen Toomey sits down with Dr. Maureen O’Connor, a leading Alzheimer’s and dementia expert, to separate myths from facts and share research-backed strategies for protecting memory and cognitive health. Through powerful real-life stories, this episode offers hope, clarity and practical steps toward lifelong brain vitality.
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- Darkest sky east of the Mississippi River? | Windows to the Wild
- Runtime
- 0:49
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- The darkest place east of the Mississippi. Does it make you want to go see for yourself?
Check out MAINE’S DARK SKY, the next digital-first WINDOWS TO THE WILD story, dropping Wednesday, October 1 at 6 PM on YouTube + the PBS App.
Subscribe to our YouTube channel and download the PBS App so you don’t miss it.
Support for the production of WINDOWS TO THE WILD is provided by the Alice J. Reen Charitable Trust, the John D. McGonigle Foundation, the Bailey Charitable Foundation, Road Scholar, and viewers like you.
Now more than ever, your support keeps stories like these on the air—and us out in the wild. Thank you.
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- Telephone Museum | Our Hometown Warner
- Runtime
- 6:23
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- Graham Gifford tells the story of how Aldrick Violette’s vision turned a collection of antique phones into a beloved local museum. With thousands of artifacts and 20 years of history, this one-of-a-kind spot surprises and delights all who find it.
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#TelephoneMuseum #WarnerNH #LocalHistory #OurHometown #HiddenGems
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- State House Update Fall 2025 | The State We're In
- Runtime
- 13:01
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Anna Brown, the Executive Director of Citizens Count as well as the Executive Director of the Warren B. Rudman Center for Justice, Leadership, and Public Service at the University of New Hampshire’s Franklin Pierce School of Law talks about legislative priorities in New Hampshire for Fall 2025.
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- Can't Take it With you | Windows to the Wild
- Runtime
- 0:28
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- What started as a quiet backyard project for Jill, a psychotherapist, and Bob, a physician, slowly grew into something bigger—a garden layered with meaning, creativity, and care. Now open to the public, Bedrock Gardens is both sanctuary and sculpture, a place where art and nature meet, and where visitors find beauty, humor, and a bit of healing.
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- From Backyard to Bedrock Gardens | Windows to the Wild
- Runtime
- 13:55
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- What started as a quiet backyard project for Jill, a psychotherapist, and Bob, a physician, slowly grew into something bigger—a garden layered with meaning, creativity, and care. Now open to the public, Bedrock Gardens is both sanctuary and sculpture, a place where art and nature meet, and where visitors find beauty, humor, and a bit of healing.
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- A sneak peak of Bedrock Gardens | Windows to the Wild
- Runtime
- 0:39
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Hear from John Forti — known locally as the Heirloom Gardener — on how this once-private backyard in Lee, NH became a public garden filled with art, ponds, and forest paths.
Catch BEDROCK GARDENS, the next digital-first WINDOWS TO THE WILD story, dropping Wednesday, September 24 at 6 PM on YouTube + the PBS App.
Support for the production of WINDOWS TO THE WILD is provided by the Alice J. Reen Charitable Trust, the John D. McGonigle Foundation, the Bailey Charitable Foundation, Road Scholar, and by viewers like you.
Now more than ever, your support keeps stories like these on the air—and us out in the wild.
Thank you
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- Painting Warner's Landscapes and Legacy | Our Hometown Warner
- Runtime
- 2:18
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Mimi Wiggin grew up immersed in Warner’s landscapes and family traditions. In this episode, she paints the Mink Hills, recounts community rituals like maple sugaring and local fairs, and honors her grandmother’s artistic legacy. Mimi’s story captures Warner’s beauty through creative, multi-generational eyes.
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#OurHometown #MimiWiggin #WarnerNH #LocalArt #NHArtists
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- Beech Leaf Disease | The State We're In
- Runtime
- 17:48
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Lindsay Watkins, a field specialist in forest resources for Strafford County at the University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension, speaks about Beech Leaf Disease and its impacts on New Hampshire forests and wildlife.
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- Little Foot Leads the Way | Windows to the Wild
- Runtime
- 9:49
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Scarlett, known on the trails as “Little Foot,” started hiking New Hampshire’s highest peaks when she was just six. Now, with her grandmother Kim, she’s helping a new generation of students hit the trail. What began as a personal quest has become a growing hiking club, inspiring kids to explore nature and learn along the way.
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- Giving Up Finding Freedom & Lighter Life | Seniority Authority #nhpbs #healthandwellnessforseniors
- Runtime
- 0:34
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Discover how Hoarders and Filthy Fortunes host Matt Paxton says rightsizing frees time, space and spirit. This scene and more at the NHPBS YouTube channel.
Major Funding for the production of Seniority Authority is provided by Road Scholar and viewers like you.
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- Little Foot's Mission | Windows to the Wild Season 20 #nhpbs #outdoors #wildlife
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- 0:31
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Big adventures can begin with small steps—and Little Foot is proof. After climbing mountains across New England, she’s now inspiring the next generation through an afterschool hiking club for kids.
Catch LITTLE FOOT LEADS THE WAY, the next digital-first WINDOWS TO THE WILD story, dropping Wednesday, September 17 at 6 PM on YouTube + the PBS App.
Support for the production of WINDOWS TO THE WILD is provided by the Alice J. Reen Charitable Trust, the John D. McGonagle Foundation, the Bailey Charitable Foundation, Road Scholar, and by viewers like you.
Now more than ever, your support keeps stories like these on the air—and us out in the wild. Thank you
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- Rethinking Aging | Seniority Authority
- Runtime
- 25:27
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Join SENIORITY AUTHORITY host Cathleen Toomey as she tackles one of the most common biases: ageism. She speaks with author and activist Ashton Applewhite, co-founder of the Old School Hub, about how ageism affects our health and happiness. Learn practical strategies to challenge ageist beliefs, shift your mindset and embrace aging. Plus, meet inspiring community members thriving at every stage of life.
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- Returning to Warner | Our Hometown Warner
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- 2:54
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- A world of experiences—from Japan to Nebraska—shaped Ian Rogers. But Warner, NH, with its supportive spirit and creative energy, became his anchor. In this story, Ian reveals how the town fostered both independence and connection, bringing him back to craft a life rooted in Warner’s welcoming community.
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#OurHometown #IanRogers #WarnerNH #Creativity #Homecoming
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- Know Your News | The State We're In
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- 18:15
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Jeff Feingold, Granite State News Collaborative Editor, and Linda Conway, Executive Director of the New England Newspaper & Press Association, discuss the upcoming Know Your News campaign, New England–wide effort designed to raise awareness about the First Amendment and the essential role of local news in civic life.
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- What's Happening to NH's Moose? | Windows to the Wild
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- 8:00
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- New Hampshire’s forests are home to the iconic moose—but their future is uncertain. Wildlife photographer Roger Irwin has spent decades documenting moose in their natural habitat. As winters grow shorter due to climate change, these beloved creatures face new threats. This story explores the challenges facing moose in the Granite State—and why they still capture our imagination.
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- Moose in the Wild | Windows to the Wild Season 20
- Runtime
- 0:50
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- What’s Happening to NH’s Moose? Learn more in the next digital-first WINDOWS TO THE WILD story dropping Wednesday, Sept. 10 at 6 PM on YouTube and the PBS App.
Support for the production of WINDOWS TO THE WILD is provided by the Alice J. Reen Charitable Trust, the John D. McGonagle Foundation, the Bailey Charitable Foundation, Road Scholar, and viewers like you.
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- RETHINKING AGING promo | Seniority Authority
- Runtime
- 0:21
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Join SENIORITY AUTHORITY host Cathleen Toomey as she tackles one of the most common biases: ageism. She speaks with author and activist Ashton Applewhite, co-founder of the Old School Hub, about how ageism affects our health and happiness. Learn practical strategies to challenge ageist beliefs, shift your mindset and embrace aging. Plus, meet inspiring community members thriving at every stage of life.
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- Rightsizing | Seniority Authority
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- 27:45
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Emmy-nominated host and author Matt Paxton joins SENIORITY AUTHORITY to explore rightsizing- the art of keeping what matters and letting go of the rest. From legacy lists to living with purpose, Matt shares emotional insights, practical steps, and real-life stories that inspire a clutter-free life filled with more time, joy and connection.
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- Moose Calling | Windows to the Wild Season 20
- Runtime
- 0:37
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- What’s Happening to NH’s Moose? Learn more in the next digital-first WINDOWS TO THE WILD story dropping Wednesday, Sept. 10 at 6 PM on YouTube and the PBS App.
Support for the production of WINDOWS TO THE WILD is provided by the Alice J. Reen Charitable Trust, the John D. McGonigle Foundation, the Bailey Charitable Foundation, Road Scholar, and by viewers like you.
Now more than ever, your support keeps stories like these on the air—a
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- Fishing Derby | Our Hometown Warner
- Runtime
- 2:25
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Nancy Martin recounts her sons’ early victories—and clever strategies—in Warner’s annual children’s fishing derby. A lighthearted look at traditions, community creativity, and the timeless joy of fishing in Children’s Brook.
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#FishingDerby #WarnerNH #OurHometown #NHTraditions #FamilyStories
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- Jack the Kid Conservationist | Windows to the Wild
- Runtime
- 10:25
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- A zoo visit sparked it all. At eight, Jack Dalton learned how palm oil and deforestation threatened his favorite animal—the orangutan. He’s been speaking out ever since. Now 15, the New Hampshire teen known as the Kid Conservationist has earned awards and traveled the world to share his message.
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- RIGHTSIZING promo | Seniority Authority
- Runtime
- 0:21
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
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- The Cost of Higher Education in NH | The State We're In
- Runtime
- 13:17
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Nicole Heller, a senior policy analyst at the nonpartisan, nonprofit New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute, discusses her recent findings concerning the host of higher education in the Granite State.
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- Seniority Authority Series Promo | NHPBS
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- 0:21
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Seniority Authority is a bold new engaging series hosted by Cathleen Toomey that tackles the real questions we all face as we grow older. Through candid conversations with leading experts, bestselling authors and inspiring everyday people, Cathleen explores the emotional, practical and often surprising sides of aging.
From decluttering with Hoarders and Filthy Fortunes host Matt Paxton, to rethinking ageism with activist and author Ashton Applewhite, to unlocking purpose with Chip Conley, each episode blends expert advice with heartfelt human stories. Along the way, you’ll meet people navigating life transitions with courage and creativity—downsizers finding freedom, seniors thriving through movement and caregivers showing love in unexpected ways.
Packed with practical tips, fresh perspectives and uplifting stories, Seniority Authority empowers viewers to rethink aging—as a time of discovery, growth and possibility.
Let’s get smarter about...
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- Frozen Attraction | Windows to the Wild
- Runtime
- 9:21
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Lake Morey in Fairlee, Vermont transforms into a winter destination with one of the longest groomed ice skating trails in the country. Willem visits during peak season to meet the community that keeps the 4.3-mile loop alive—and to explore why Nordic skating, fresh air, and free access make this place so special.
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- It’s Your Money | The State We're In
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- 24:12
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- What’s really happening with your grocery bill — and how can you protect your wallet? In this episode of The State We’re In, host Melanie Plenda sits down with Maureen Milliken, freelance journalist and author of the “It’s Your Money” column, to explore the changing cost of everyday goods, financial scam trends, and how New Hampshire residents can make smarter money choices.
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- Granite Society | NHPBS
- Runtime
- 0:36
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Hear why Theresa is a proud member of the NHPBS Granite Society! Watch the whole video to find our how you can become a Granite Society member as well!
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- Solstice by Glowstick | Windows to the Wild
- Runtime
- 10:08
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Community members of all ages gather at Burley Farms for SELT’s annual glowstick hike, a winter solstice tradition that turns darkness into discovery. Led by educator Lizzy Franceschini, the evening walk invites participants to explore the woods, connect with nature, and celebrate the quiet magic of the longest night.
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- SATISFYING | Windows to the Wild S20 #nhpbs #wttw #dorywomanrowing #nicollelittrell #willemlange
- Runtime
- 0:35
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Nicolle Littrell rows Maine’s coast to connect herself and others to nature and place. Catch Willem and Nicolle on the first episode of season 20 at the NHPBS YouTube channel.
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- Defending democracy | The State We're In
- Runtime
- 22:01
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Learn more about recent protests in NH and what they are fighting for.
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- Rowing with Purpose | Windows to the Wild
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- 10:26
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Nicolle Littrell’s passion for rowing and conservation began near her grandparents’ farm in Upstate NY and deepened in coastal Maine. She took up ocean dory rowing to connect with nature—and now shares that experience with others, helping them cultivate environmental stewardship through time on the water.
#RowingWithPurpose #WindowstotheWild #NewHampshire #Rowing #NHPBS #Dory
Watch Windows to the Wild online or on the PBS App - nhpbs.org/windows
0:00 Arriving in Belfast, Maine
0:02:01 Rowing Through the Pandemic
0:04:04 Nicolle Gets Her Own Boat
0:06:06 Women on the Water in Milbridge
0:08:06 The Mission of DoryWoman Rowing
0:10:09 Rowing Story
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- GSNC's Critical Conditions
- Runtime
- 19:14
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Editor Jeff Feingold discusses the Granite State News Collaborative’s Critical Conditions project, exploring hospital ownership and its impact on care in New Hampshire.
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- Federal Funding Rescission Reaction | Thank you for your support
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- 0:31
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- We are deeply disappointed that Congress has voted to pass the Rescissions Act, which among other programs, eliminates federal funding for public media. This decision will have a devastating impact on stations across the country.
For New Hampshire PBS, it means a loss of $1.3 million—funding that directly supports our educational resources, trusted local and national programming and the essential emergency alerts we provide for all Granite Staters.
From everyone here at New Hampshire PBS, we want to express our deep appreciation for your continued support and advocacy. Thank you for letting Congress know how much public media means to you.
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- Boarding in the Emergency Department
- Runtime
- 40:33
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Learn more about what ED boarding is and what the state is doing to combat it, along with resources for people in the state.
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- Something Wonderful is Happening in Warner
- Runtime
- 29:00
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Our Hometown Warner - Welcome to Warner, New Hampshire—where community, creativity and character thrive. In this episode of Our Hometown, we explore a town where a troubadour built a museum, neighbors turned fields into parks and volunteers threw a free wedding for COVID-affected couples. 🌄
🔍 Discover how Warner’s rich history and resilient spirit continue to inspire.
🎥 Watch more: https://nhpbs.org/hometown/warner
💬 Tell us your Warner story in the comments!
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00:00 – Welcome to Warner, NH
01:12 – Bud Thompson & Native American Museum
04:09 – The Cannon & the Pancake Breakfast
07:20 – Newcomers Welcomed with Open Arms
10:10 – Pillsbury’s Warner Connection
13:33 – Farming at the Kearsarge Gore Farm
14:02 – Jim Mitchell’s Legacy & Main Street Vision
17:00 – Maple Syrup: From Squirrels to Superfood

