8 Things You Have To Do Before You’re An Official New Hampshirite

Lists eight activities that define a true New Hampshirite.

A lot of people like to think they're from New Hampshire. Anyone who visits for a season, or even just a weekend wants to lay claim to our beautiful state. However, there are some things that set the true New Hampshirites apart. Here are 8 things you have to do before you're an official New Hampshirite.

1. Jump in your favorite New Hampshire lake, just after ice out.

2. Open your front door to find a scene like this, and decide you need to go out regardless.

3. Rush to the aid of a neighbor in need. (And/or find your vehicle horribly stuck by sand, snow or mud).

4. Find your favorite secret swimming hole and visit it frequently.

5. Eat fried dough and catch the fireworks on Hampton Beach.

6. Drive along the Kancamagus Highway. The wilder the weather, the more official you are.

7. Find yourself cursing (at least in your head) at a car with an out of state license plate.

8. Go apple picking in October.

Want to learn more about your state? Check out these reasons the world wouldn't be the same without New Hampshire.

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