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Let Remick put a Spring in your step!
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Dear Friends and Neighbors:
Things are springing up across the farmstead, bringing new life to every corner of the landscape. From clusters of early-blooming bulbs, to the return of cheerful robins: each day feels a little warmer, grows a bit longer, and is full of fresh possibility.
Our lower pastures are coming alive again as our farm animals return outdoors, stretching their legs and soaking up the sun. Plus, we have two new arrivals (news below). It’s a joy to see familiar and new faces eagerly grazing after the quiet of winter; their energy is contagious.
The museum grounds and paths are now clear of snow, inviting you to wander and take in the beauty of the land. Whether you’re strolling across the grass or hiking along the Binsack Trail, in this burgeoning season there’s something new to discover with every step. And the sounds of birdsong, gurgling water at the pond’s outlet, and crunching gravel underfoot create the perfect backdrop for a peaceful visit.
April also ushers in two seasonal programs — a hands-on workshop and our second From Landscape to Foodscape session. We’re excited to share these experiences and celebrate spring together. See our calendar links below.
We warmly invite you to visit, breathe in the fresh air, and enjoy all that this special place has to offer. Bring family, friends, or simply yourself for a restorative walk and a glimpse of the season’s first blooms. Spring is here, and we can’t wait to step into it with you!

We’ll see you at the farmstead,
The Remick Team
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APRIL’S FEATURE PHOTO
Take a turn around the Binsack Trail. An enjoyed .6-mile gravel walking path (once a “back road”) for generations, the ~.6-mile Binsack Trail offers a trek of varied terrain — from flat to moderately challenging slopes and back again. Each bend in the path provides a new perspective; overall, a full-circle view of the central portion of the farmstead and the surrounding hills — a portion of the Ossipee Mountain range is pictured in the backdrop of this trail photo. We invite you to get your steps in at Remick!
REMINDER: The trail is open to foot traffic only and dogs are not allowed on the trail.
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What’s In Season
Clickable calendar highlights here, news below...
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Back on pasture! Now that the snow has melted, our Brown Swiss duo — Ford and Bronco — are venturing away from the shelter of the cattle barn and onto warming earth and grassier terrain. At 2 years old, returning visitors will notice how much they’ve grown over the winter.
Ford is always eager to greet visitors (seen here in the foreground); Bronco is friendly too, just a bit more reserved. These “love bugs” will soon be on green pasture and joined by two beef cows for the summer. Make sure to stop along the fence lines to say hello during your visit, and greet our goats too (pictured below with the Visitor Quote).
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Cheers! to maple
This happy family traveled all the way from Alabama and found their way to Remick for a Maple Sugaring Tour in March. In addition to learning all about maple syrup production — from tree to historical collection practices to modern evaporation, they found Matt boiling off sap in the sugarhouse and eager to share a taste (still warm from the draw-off) with our guests. It made for an extra-sweet experience for these lucky travelers.

If you missed this year’s run of tours, look for its return in March 2027. PLUS, new this fall, we will feature Fall Maple Tours. Late September–early October, join us to enjoy the changing colors of maple leaves and how the tree prepares itself for a spring sap run. At that time, Remick-made maple syrup, bottled in a variety of gift-worthy packaging for the holiday season, will be available in the museum store. Make plans to join us!

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Hi, Lowlines
As of April 1, Remick is raising two Lowline (American Aberdeen) beef cattle during the 2026 grazing season. Look for this yearling pair to be pastured on various fields in the central area of the farmstead throughout the summer and fall.
The Lowline breed was developed from a herd of Australian Registered Angus in 1929. They are ideal for small-acreage farming and grass-fed beef production. Although approximately 60% the size of typical beef breeds, Lowlines excel at producing high-quality, marbled meat. 
INFO & IMAGE SOURCE: https://americanaberdeen.com
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Community Connections for All
On April 9, we are hosting a second meeting with village businesses and groups to share news of our individual spring–fall events. Tamworth’s 2026 calendar will, once again, be full of interesting and fun activities for all ages in the coming months. Read on to learn how you can take advantage of this helpful resource.
The Tamworth Community Calendar, created by Jeremy Philips, director of Tamworth Parks & Recreation (TPR) and Mary Cronin, director of Cook Memorial Library, is now available on the Town of Tamworth website (also on the TPR website, linked above) and is a dedicated location to learn what is happening in our busy town. The most direct way to access the calendar is to navigate to the Town of Tamworth website, select the Departments tab, then select Parks & Recreation. You will find Remick events listed there, and numerous other Tamworth groups and businesses. Thank you, Jeremy and Mary!
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Bees, if you please.
We soon will be hosting a community apiary at Remick! With the capable oversight and care of the Carroll County New Hampshire Beekeepers (CCNHB), later this spring bees will be housed in the northeast pasture of the Remick property, along Great Hill Rd.
Passers-by will be able to see the hives from the roadway. However, for the safety of both the bees and visitors, the hives will be fenced off and inaccessible to the public except during a guided program. Having the bees housed on-site will not interrupt enjoyment of the farmstead or put visitors in undue harm’s way.
To learn more:
CCNHB: Keeping Bees
The Bee Conservancy: Bee Info
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+ Behind the scenes, we’re also digging into...
- Bottling maple syrup and finishing up the sugaring season
- Garden planning and indoor seed starting
- Marking the return of migratory birds
- Getting ready to welcome springtime school field trips
- Having the Captain Enoch Remick House repainted
- Working with local organizations on programming partnerships
- + More!
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June
Find us at the Sandwich Farmers Market in Sandwich, New Hampshire, each Wednesday, weather permitting. Bandages, Barns, Bridles & Brushstrokes, our summer tour schedule returns on June 23 with a new addition: Doc Remick’s harness horse history is being combined with his Hillsdale Farm dairy history for one unique tour.
July
All month long
Look for Picnic-scapes to return
Saturday, July 11
Perfume-Making Workshop with Bloom Lab
August
Saturday, August 1
Herbal Medicine Plant Walk with MJ Pettengill

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V I S I T O R : Q U O T E
“ Interesting, educational and charming. ”
The Zubrikis | Moultonboro, NH

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“A DOSE OF NEWS” PHOTO CAPTION
This Alabama family found a Grade A reason to visit Remick in March: a taste of maple syrup still warm from the evaporator. Is there a more sought-after springtime experience in New Hampshire than that?

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From the Remick collection
This Easter “token” was mailed to “Miss Marian Miles / Town, (Care Harry Miles)” from her hometown of Wolfeboro, NH., when she was just 10 months old. Postmarked on March 30, 1907, at 2 PM. A 1¢ Benjamin Franklin stamp is affixed and cancelled. The sender: “Louise John?” (The last name here is difficult to decipher. If you have a clue about the correct name of the sender, please reach out.)
Wishing you and yours a Happy Easter!
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Recipe Postscript
Pesto Change-O
Typically made with basil, this springtime twist on pesto also calls for peas, a vegetable commonly associated with the season. The added delight of its spring-green color secured its place as our April recipe selection. Use this version in any way you use a traditional pesto: GREEN PEA WALNUT PESTO.
IMAGE: NICHOLAS BARBAROS VIA UNSPLASH
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Do you have a recipe to share?
Email it to Dawne Gilpatrick, Remick Marketing Coordinator. Please use “Newsletter Recipe” in the email’s subject line. We, and our readers, will enjoy hearing from you!
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Museum, Store & Grounds
Seasonal hours: Thursday–Saturday, 10 AM–3 PM
Foot traffic only. Dogs are not allowed on the grounds.
The Binsack Trail
Open daily, dawn–dusk, to foot traffic only.
Dogs are not allowed on the trail.
Plan Your Visit
Helpful information for getting here, parking, and more.
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