Posted in New Hampshire January 24, 2016 by

11 Ways You Can Always Spot Someone From New Hampshire… No Matter Where They Are

People from this small state end up all over the world, but it’s always easy to spot someone from New Hampshire. From their clothing to their sense of adventure, here are 11 ways to spot a fellow New Hampshire resident, no matter where you are.

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1. They talk about The Old Man like a long lost relative.
Kayak The Rockies/Flickr
Hint: They don’t mean their grandpa.
2. If that lake isn’t perfectly clear, they’re not swimming.
Debbie LaValley
Mud holes? Not around here!
3. They’ve got an independent streak.
Sharon Mollerus/Flickr
New Hampshire residents are full of self-reliance. They just do what has to be done.
4. They’re not easily impressed by other states.
Tim Sackton/Flickr
When you grow up surrounded by mountains, lakes and the ocean, it’s hard to be blown away.
5. They believe winter begins in early October and lasts until May.
Tracy Lee Carol/Flickr
And they know how to have fun the whole time.
6. They’re not convinced on the idea of paying taxes.
Alan Cleaver/Flickr
They may look confused when their total at the store includes sales tax.
7. They carry an extra sweatshirt all the time.
Anna Creech/Flickr
Because even in the height of summer, they expect it to get cold quickly.
8. They’re fearless drivers.
Dave Walker/Flickr
Because when you grow up driving on this, a little rain will never get to you.
9. They refuse to call themselves tourists.
John Loo/Flickr
They never want to be confused with the masses that descend on their state.
10. They're the first ones in cold water.
Dan Mullen/Flickr
Because it’s probably always warmer than the ocean at home.
11. They’ll help you out.
OakleyOriginals/Flickr
This little state has big heart.

How do YOU spot people from New Hampshire?