Shrine of Our Lady Grace
located in Colebrook, New Hampshire 

The Shrine (sometimes called Shrine of Our Lady Peace) was created in 1948 as a monument of thanksgiving. The grounds have 50 religious statuary and monuments (mostly made of cararra marble and granite) along with lovely landscaped ground cover, shrubs and various trees. Interestingly, it is also the site of the annual "Blessing of the Motorcyles"? The Shrine is located between Colebrook and Columbia on Route 3.



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100 Classic Hikes in New England: Maine / New Hampshire / Vermont / Massachusetts / Rhode Island / Connecticut
by: Jeffrey Romano
The wilderness of New England is a gold mine for hikers, offering an abundance of rolling hills, mountains, jagged coastline, and lakes. Historic trails are well-worn into the landscape, inviting outdoor enthusiasts to undertake epic backpacking adventures or short, satisfying day hikes. This new guide covers the best trails in six states, including jaunts on the Appalachian Trail, the lush hills ... [reviews]


Quiet Water New Hampshire and Vermont, 3rd: AMC's Canoe and Kayak Guide to the Best Ponds, Lakes, and Easy Rivers (AMC Quiet Water Series)
by: John Hayes

Enjoy days of exploring the flat-water lakes, ponds, and rivers of New Hampshire and Vermont with this new guide from AMC’s Quiet Water series. Great for families, anglers, and canoeists and kayakers of all abilities, this updated guide features 90 trips, covering the best calm water paddling in New Hampshire and Vermont.

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Frommer's® Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine (Frommer's Complete)
by: Paul Karr
  • New and completely revised edition!
  • Itineraries for special interests and overall highlights: from hiking in New Hampshire's White Mountains, to spending two weeks on the Maine Coast, to seeing the Best of Vermont in a week.
  • Each chapter offers an entire "Enjoying the Outdoors" section, with tips and suggestions for every season.
  • The Best of New England section ... [reviews]


The Northern Forest Canoe Trail: Enjoy 740 Miles of Canoe and Kayak Destinations in New York, Vermont, Quebec, New Hampshire, and Maine
by: Northern Forest Canoe Trail
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Best Hikes With Dogs: New Hampshire & Vermont
by: Lisa Densmore
60 hikes selected to delight your dog (and you) in New Hampshire and Vermont—all close to urban areas.

·Trails rated 1-4 paws to show difficulty for dog owners and their four-legged friends
·Terrain that’s hazard free and easy on the paws
·On most trails, no leashes required and no large crowds

Lisa Densmore hiked more than 300 miles in New Hampshire and Vermont ... [reviews]



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