In the captivating great state of New Hampshire, where the mountains are the color of a giant blueberry muffin, and the rivers sing like a school choir on a sugar rush, you'll find a special group of kids who love to hike. Oh, boy! They’re a rare breed of belly-laughing, tree-climbing, rock-hopping adventurers who are as tough as a grizzly bear's toenails. They wear boots that could crush a comet, and their backpacks, stuffed with sandwiches and dragonfruit, are always ready for a thrilling escapade. Let's not forget their funky guide, Sir Wogglesworth, a charming penguin with a top hat, who can't fly but surely knows how to climb. From the tips of his tuxedo-flapped wings to his shiny webbed feet, Sir Wogglesworth is all about fun. He tells the most knee-slapping, side-splitting jokes that keep the kids giggling all the way to the summit. "To the top!" Sir Wogglesworth would shout, leading the way with his polka-dotted walking stick. And off they would go, a whirlwind of laughter and energy, marching up granite peaks, past maple trees that seemed to touch the sky. In New Hampshire, these hiking prodigies and their hilariously dapper penguin guide, have turned the simple act of putting one foot in front of the other into an art. A hike with them isn't just a walk; it's a romp through the pages of a magical storybook, a voyage into a world where every stone might be a sleeping troll, every bird a messenger from a fairy queen, and every hike a new chapter in their endless adventure.

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best hiking programs in Merrimack, NH

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Swift Nature Camp is the perfect place for your child to spend their summer! Our overnight camp for boys and girls ages 6-15 is located in beautiful Wisconsin. We offer a unique blend of traditional summer camp activities and environmental education to help kids increase their appreciation for nature, science, and the environment. We’ve got it all – fun, friendships, adventure trips, and nature! Spend your summer with us – you’ll never forget it!

Minong, WI 54859
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Bring your kids to beautiful Lake Naticook in Merrimack, New Hampshire, where they can experience the wonder of Camp Sargent. Serving the Greater Nashua Community since 1924, this quality day camp offers programs to boys and girls ages 5 to 16. Campers can choose from sessions lasting up to 10 weeks, featuring traditional activities and specialty camps that provide more time for them to explore what they love. Safety and teamwork are emphasized so your child can build self-confidence and make friends. Camp Sargent is the perfect destination for your child this summer. With its 22-acre location on Lake Naticook in Merrimack, NH, and its proximity to the Merrimack and Nashua Y, Camp Sargent is just minutes away from family fun. Since 1924, Camp Sargent has provided the Greater Nashua Community with a quality day camp experience, with sessions ranging from one to ten weeks. Traditional camp activities and specialty camps allow campers to explore their interests and learn valuable lessons in safety, teamwork, and self-confidence, while making friends and memories to last a lifetime.

Merrimack, NH 03054