Tag Archives: fish

New Hampshire: Celebrating the Shark

Posted on 14 August, 2012 by Janice Brown

Perhaps “celebrating” is not the word that quickly comes to your mind when you hear of a shark being spotted in New Hampshire waters. As recently as July 9th of this year, one of these fearsome beasts was reportedly roaming … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire Poem: 1807 Fisherman’s Song

Posted on 24 July, 2007 by Janice Brown

Mankind are all FISH: and I'll lay you a bet,
I prove that they all will come into the NET;… Continue reading →

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New Hampshire Slanguage: Hornpout

Posted on 12 July, 2007 by Janice Brown

No self-respecting New Hampshire fisherman (or woman) can ply their leisure pastime for long…

before they end up with a … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire Glossary: Lamprey eel

Posted on 13 April, 2007 by Janice Brown

Lamprey eel, or “lamper” are a member of the ancient fish family of “jawless fishes” that existed before … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire Glossary: Chowder

Posted on 6 February, 2007 by Janice Brown

Chowda (or chowder as the locals pronounce it) is New England comfort food. This hearty soup is made with salt … Continue reading →

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