EASTERN SUMMER CONFERENCE
July 12 - 14, 2002
FFLA EASTERN SUMMER CONFERENCE


Fox State Forest, Hillsborough, New Hampshire


The FFLA eastern summer meeting will be held at New Hampshire's Fox State Forest, near Hillsborough, about 25 miles west of Concord. Friday afternoon will see setup of displays, followed by dinner at a location to be chosen. A Board of Directors meeting will close out the day. Saturday's tentative agenda includes a short general session, presentation of NHLR certificates (thirteen New Hampshire fire towers have just been listed!), viewing of displays and visiting. An evening program is planned. An on-site barbecue is also being considered. With all except one of the state towers open to the public, Sunday tour opportunities abound; the privately owned Craney Hill tower nearby may also be available.

It is strongly suggested that you call Chris Haartz regarding campgrounds and lodging opportunities. Chris Haartz can be reached at (603-726-3112). Contact Chris if you would like display space at the site.

Agenda

Note: The agenda is tenative and fairly open. It is subject to change.

Friday

  • Dinner at a to be determined location
  • A Board of Directors meeting will close out the day

Saturday

  • 9:00AM - Open Meeting/Discussion
  • 10:30AM - Open Time for Exhibits, Tower Visits, Break-Out Discussion Groups, Etc
  • 5:00PM - BBQ Dinner
  • 7:30PM - Slide Shows
    • Towers of the Adirondacks - Marty Podskoch
    • Towers of New Hampshie - TBD

Sunday

  • 9:00AM - 3:00PM - Exhibits, Tower Visits, Break-Out Discussion Groups, Etc

The Fox Forest will be open to the Public during the weekend. The public will be encouraged to come. Brochures on New Hampshie Towers and how to reach them will be available.

Campgrounds and Lodging

If you have questions on lodging, contact Chris Haartz at (603-726-3112).

The Seven Maples (which is our prefered campground, we have secured a block of ten sites here) it is in Hancock, NH. [603-525-3321] Mention the FFLA and get a cheaper group rate!

Oxbow in Derring, NH [603-464-5952]

Happy days in Washington, NH [603-495-0150]

The Pillsbury State Park in Washington, NH [603-271-3628]

Autumn Hills in Weare, NH [603-529-2425]

Cold springs in Weare, NH [603-529-2528]

The Greenfield State Park in Greenfield, NH [603-271-3628]

Directions

Hillsborough, NH is WSW of Concord.

View a MAP of the area (courtesey of State of New Hampshire)

From North or South: I-93 to Concord then I-89 to Exit 5 Routes 9 & 202 to Henniker then Hillsborough. There is a bypass being built around the north and West side of the village but it may not be open by the conference. Following Rt 9 & 202 into Hillsborough from the east there is a traffic light in "downtown" Hillsborough where Rt 149 goes southeast(left.) Turn RIGHT at this light on Center Road following signs (brown w/white letters) for Fox Forest. Follow Center Road for about two miles to Fox Forest Headquarters on the right.

From the NH Southwest or West: Rts 9 or 202, these routes join just west of Hillsborough village. Continue east into "downtown" to the traffic light where Rt 149 leaves right to the southeast. Turn LEFT at the light onto Center Road following signs to Fox Forest which is two miles or so up this road on the Right.

From Vermont: I-89, take exit 9 at Warner. Follow Rt 103 WEST to Bradford then take Rt 114 SOUTH(and east) towards Henniker. Just outside the village of Henniker turn right/west onto Rts 9 & 202 following that road into Hillsborough. At the traffic light (signs for Fox Forest)( ignore Rt 149 which leaves left) Turn RIGHT onto Center Road and go about 2 miles to Fox Forest Headquarters on the RIGHT.

Links

State of New Hampshire - Fox State Forest Page
State of New Hampshire - Fox State Forest Map of Area
State of New Hampshire - Fox State Forest Trail Map (requires Adobe Acrobat)
Forest Fire Lookouts of New Hampshire

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