New Hampshire was one of the 13 original colonies of the United States and was founded in 1623. The land in the New World was granted to Captain John Mason, who named the new settlement after his homeland in Hampshire County, England. Mason sent settlers to the new territory to create a fishing colony. Who …
New Hampshire’s first permanent European settlement began in 1623. In the wake of native populations, largely decimated by European diseases, English traders and fishermen settled at Odiorne Point in present-day Rye, and on Dover Point. Who were the founders and settlers of New Hampshire? Early historians record that in 1623, under the authority of an …
The North Carolina Department of Transportation runs ferry services between the mainland and Ocracoke Island. And yes, you can bring your car or RV with you. How long is the ferry ride from Ocracoke? 60 minutesThree vehicle ferries bring cars, trucks, RVs, motorcycles and bicycles to Ocracoke Island. The free Hatteras-Ocracoke Ferry offers multiple trips …
Ocracoke Island Viewing platforms give visitors a glimpse into the paddocks and the daily life of these horses, which is far removed from their wild cousins. Visit Outdoor NC for additional tips on how to connect with nature and help preserve the natural beauty of our state. Are there wild horses on Ocracoke Island? Some …
Activities Sightseeing. Sightseeing and discover Whale Island by Cano or Kayaking. Volley Ball. Playing volleyball on white sand beach. Diving – Snorkeling. Diving – Snorkeling you can expect to see all kinds of interesting sea creatures… Hiking and climbing. Hiking and climbing all-around all the Whale Island. How do you get to Whale Island? To …
Due to its Department of Conservation status, only three tourism operators have permission to land on the island and tours are limited to small groups of people. Can you go on Whale Island? Moutohorā or Whale Island is a Wildlife Management Reserve for endangered birds and plants. You need a permit to visit the island. …
As you have probably gathered by now, even though it is technically possible to survive being swallowed by a whale, it’s extremely unlikely. Can you be alive inside a whale? Though a humpback could easily fit a human inside its huge mouth—which can reach around 10 feet—it’s scientifically impossible for the whale to swallow a …
Orcas sometimes intentionally beach themselves to hunt for shoreline seals. They then wait for waves to help get back to sea. This practice is most commonly observed in pods around Argentina; it is believed that the habit is taught to younger orcas by the older members of the pod. What do they do with beached …
OLMSTED, IL (KFVS) – The Ohio River flood waters are receding and a shark was left behind on the boat ramp in Olmsted, Illinois. A conservation agent says it is a shark. Monica Edwards of Olmsted sent Heartland News some pictures into cNews Thursday morning. Has a shark been found in Lake Erie? Lake Erie …
Henry Massie formally laid out Portsmouth in 1803. He named the town Portsmouth after Portsmouth, Virginia, his hometown. Portsmouth grew quickly due to the traffic on the rivers and continued to prosper with the construction of the Ohio and Erie Canal during the 1820s and the 1830s. What is the history of Portsmouth Ohio? It …
