Moose Watching, Hiking, Mountain Biking, Pittsburg, NH, Tall Timber Lodge

Activities & Events

When most people think of Pittsburg, the region’s great fishing, hunting, and snowmobiling immediately come to mind. However, ATV Riding, hiking, mountain biking, canoeing and bird watching in the summer, and wilderness cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter, are also gaining in popularity.

Hopefully to be Offered in 2008! Check with Us!

Tall Timber now offers daily passes including greens fee and cart rental on any day of the week for the classic Panorama Course at the renowned Balsams Grand Resort in Dixville Notch, NH. At a cost of only $60, this is a great deal on playing a wonderful old Donald Ross course. Talk to Tom or Judy at the front desk to get your passes and set up tee times. Click here for more information on golf at The Balsams.

[ 2008 Calendar of Events ]
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2008 Calendar of Events

June	The Poore Family Homestead Historic Farm Museum - open to the public weekdays from 11:00am - 1:00pm and weekends 11:00am - 3:00pm (or as posted). "Pack a picnic basket and stay a spell." Please visit the website: www.poorefamily.homestead.com
June 7	8th Annual Great North Woods Fishing Derby Held in conjunction with New Hampshire’s Free Fishing Day, is an opportunity for family fun and friendly competition at Pittsburg’s 1st, 2nd and 3rd Connecticut Lakes and Lake Francis. Registration, weigh-in, trophy presentations at Lake Francis Park on River Road. Trophies awarded. Categories in the adult division include longest and heaviest for rainbow, brook and brown trout; longest and heaviest for any fish for children. There will be hourly drawings for cash and prizes from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Adults $10 & $5 for Children 12 and under. The Fishing Derby is hosted by the North Country Chamber of Commerce. For more information call 603- 237-8939
June 20-22	The Blessing of the Bikes - Shrine of Our Lady of Grace - Colebrook, NH.
June 22	Fiddlers' Contest at Lancaster Fair Grounds begins at noon (registration for those entering contest begins at 10 a.m.). Hear other fiddlers or bring your own instruments - fiddles, guitars, spoons & spend the afternoon jamming or looking over the classic cars on display. Sponsored by the Lancaster Fair Assoc., for more info. www.lancasterfair.com.
July	The Poore Family Homestead Historic Farm Museum - open to the public weekdays from 11:00am - 1:00pm and weekends 11:00am - 4:00pm (or as posted). "Pack a picnic basket and stay a spell."
July 4	Fireworks Display! - to be held at dusk - Murphy Dam, Lake Francis
	10am - Flea Market - Murphy Dam
	12:30pm-1:30pm - Kids Fishing Derby, ages 10 & under
	1pm-4pm - Pony Rides & Petting Zoo - Murphy Dam
	2:30pm - Little League All-Star Game - Pittsburg vs. Canaan, VT
	4pm - Firemen's Softball Game - Pittsburg vs. Beecher Falls, VT
	6pm - Chicken Barbeque at Murphy Dam
	6pm-Dark - Live Music - Murphy Dam
July 6	Poore Family Homestead Historic Farm Museum "14th Annual Open Barn & Celebration". Celebrating our founder's 120th birthday. Free birthday cake and lemonade 10:00am - 4:00pm. July 1 - Outdoor Concert featuring bluegrass music by "Blake Mountain Band". Music begins at 1:00pm. Donations $8.00 for adults, accompanied children under 12 free. "Bring a chair or blanket."
July 6	31st Annual Daniel Webster Golf Classic at the Balsams Panorama Golf Course (to benefit the Boys Scouts of America). Registration deadline July 2. To register call 603-255-4961.
July 10	Pittsburg Ridge Runners Meeting at the club house on Dickson Lane off Back Lake Rd. www.pittsburgridgerunners.org
July 12	41st Annual Fireman's Auction - Beecher Falls, VT. Many pieces of famous Ethan Allen Furniture. Bidding begins at 10:30am. Chicken Barbeque on the grounds at noon.
July 17	Great North Woods Riders ATV Club Meeting at Pittsburg Ridge Runners Club House, Dickson Lane, 7 p.m.
August	The Poore Family Homestead Historic Farm Museum - open to the public weekdays from 11:00am - 1:00pm and weekends 11:00am - 4:00pm (or as posted). "Pack a picnic basket and stay a spell."
August 1	Sugar-On-Snow - At Fletcher Park - Canaan, VT. Sponsored by Grace United Methodist Church.
August 1-3	39th Annual Canaan Men's Softball Tournament in Canaan 29 teams will start play on Friday at 6 pm. Saturday & Sunday games will start at 8 a.m. Final game on Sunday night at 8 p.m. Food booth will be open all weekend with all proceeds going to the Canaan Men's Softball League. Info 802-266-8900
August 14	Great North Woods Riders ATV Club Meeting at Pittsburg Ridge Runners Club House, Dickson Lane, 7 p.m.
August 16	82nd Annual Pittsburg Old Home Day - 11am: Parade - Noon: Dinner sponsored by Pittsburg High School Senior Class - 1pm: Entertainment. Flea Market. Craft tables & Music throughout the day. Dance at Pittsburg School in the evening.
August 22-24, 2008	18th Annual North Country Moose Festival
	With over 3000 visitors passing through the gate, the 2007 Moose Festival was the most attended event in the north country. The three day celebration of our furry mascot featured entertainment, great food, a moose calling contest, an auto show, Mardi Gras Parade, dances, moose cruises, a street fair, and a multitude of moose memorabilia. It’s a great time for the entire family. Click on the highlighted heading above to view a detailed list of scheduled events.
September	The Poore Family Homestead Historic Farm Museum - open to the public weekdays from 11:00am - 1:00pm and weekends from 11:00am - 3:00pm (or as posted). "Pack a picnic basket and stay a spell."
September 11	Pittsburg Ridge Runners Potluck Supper at the club house on Dickson Lane off Back Lake Rd., 6:30 p.m., meeting at 7:30 p.m. www.pittsburgridgerunners.org
September 13	Two-Rivers Ride for Cancer 20-mile Bike Ride beginning at Lake Francis Boat Ramp, Pittsburg, 10 a.m.. Registration 9 a.m.; 7-mile Bike Ride beginning at County Farm Road, Stewartstown, Registration 10:45 a.m., ride at 11:15 a.m., $50 fundraising per entrant minimum, helmet required, participant under 18 years of age must have parent's signature. Pick up Pledge Sheet at Fiddle heads on Main Street, Colebrook or have it mailed to you: Contact Linda Tillotson-lindatillotson@hughes.net. For more info. call Mary Beth Kenison 636-1031 or Lori Morann 237-8401.
September 14	36th Annual North Country Amateur Golf Championship at the Balsams Panorama Golf Course benefiting the Vershire Center. Registration deadline is Sept. 2, to register call 603-255-4961.
September 18	Great North Woods Riders ATV Club Meeting at Pittsburg Ridge Runners Club House, Pittsburg, 7 p.m. All are welcome.
September 27	The 32nd Annual Dixville Half Marathon USTAF-Certified Half Marathon-- Individuals and relays-4 person and 2 person 3-Mile Fun Walk- Staring time: 12:00 (noon) at the last relay point, on Route 26 just west of Carleton Hill Rd. Festivities at the Finish Line ( at skating rink on Colby St.) : Live, bluegrass music, food for sale at Kiwanis Snack Shack, free massages for participants, cold drinks, raffle & awards presentation. Preregister by Sept. 13 for $20.; after Sept 13 for $25.; only those who pre-register are guaranteed a T-shirt. Proceeds benefit several local charities. For more information call 237-4971 ext. 257 or e-mail Julie at Julie.riffon@hitchcock.org
October 4	20th Annual Pittsburg Fire Department Auction at the fire station in Pittsburg 10 a.m. Large selection of Antiques, Collectibles, Many new & used items including some Ethan Allen furniture.
October 9	Pittsburg Ridge Runners Meeting at the club house on Dickson Lane off Back Lake Rd., Potluck supper at 6:30, meeting at 7:30 p.m. www.pittsburgridgerunners.org