Growing up in New Hampshire is like a dream come true. The Granite State has natural beauty, safe communities and great people – what else could you want for you kids?
Whether you moved here to raise your own family, or you grew up in the Granite State, you know that small town New Hampshire is the best place for kids to flourish.
- You get to grow up where other people vacation.
The Bywaters/flickr And when the tourists go home, you have it all to yourself.
- Which also means you get to meet people from all over.
Erin Johnson/flickr Whether your first job is at the ski hill or the local diner, you can meet crushes, business partners, and other interesting people when they come through town.
- You learn to appreciate the great outdoors early on.
Great Glen Trails/flickr Because nature is your playground.
- You learn to love getting dirty.
Jannelle/flickr That’s a good thing, right?
- You learn the value of hard work.
Christine/flickr Because everyone around you is demonstrating it.
- You’re surrounded by history.
Jeff L./flickr And you can explore it first-hand.
- The cities are close.
Kaysha/flickr If teenage you needs urban excitement, New York, Boston, Quebec City, and Montreal are all easy drives from The Granite State.
- You learn the value of community.
Stephen Bugno/flickr In small town New Hampshire, local businesses support each other.
- You don’t need a playground, because you’ve got the best kind of slide.
OakleyOriginals/flickr And once you’re a parent, you’ll love how walking back up that hill tires the kids out!
- You’ve got access to great education opportunities.
Ian Kennedy/flickr After all, you’re in New England.
- You know everyone in town.
Nic McPhee/flickr If you ever need help, it’s only a phone call – or a shout – away.
- And they all know you.
Kent Kanouse/flickr While many sets of eyes on you might be annoying if you’re up to no good, it’s reassuring to know that you’re well looked after.
- You have time to be a kid.
Lunita lu/flickr The slower pace of life in New Hampshire means you get to enjoy childhood as it should be.
Were you raised in New Hampshire? Are you bringing up your kids here?
The Bywaters/flickr
And when the tourists go home, you have it all to yourself.
Erin Johnson/flickr
Whether your first job is at the ski hill or the local diner, you can meet crushes, business partners, and other interesting people when they come through town.
Great Glen Trails/flickr
Because nature is your playground.
Jannelle/flickr
That’s a good thing, right?
Christine/flickr
Because everyone around you is demonstrating it.
Jeff L./flickr
And you can explore it first-hand.
Kaysha/flickr
If teenage you needs urban excitement, New York, Boston, Quebec City, and Montreal are all easy drives from The Granite State.
Stephen Bugno/flickr
In small town New Hampshire, local businesses support each other.
OakleyOriginals/flickr
And once you’re a parent, you’ll love how walking back up that hill tires the kids out!
Ian Kennedy/flickr
After all, you’re in New England.
Nic McPhee/flickr
If you ever need help, it’s only a phone call – or a shout – away.
Kent Kanouse/flickr
While many sets of eyes on you might be annoying if you’re up to no good, it’s reassuring to know that you’re well looked after.
Lunita lu/flickr
The slower pace of life in New Hampshire means you get to enjoy childhood as it should be.
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