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connect with nature HUNTING AND FISHING BEST UPLAND BIRD & BIG GAME DEER HUNTING IN NEW ENGLAND The rugged, mountainous terrain provides ideal habitat for northern whitetail deer, as well as bird species like grouse, woodcock and pheasant. Hunters visit the North Country every year in hopes of bagging their limit. NEW ENGLAND’S BEST FISHING CONTENT FOR THIS PAGE WAS PROVIDED BY LOPSTICK. There are more than 200,000 acres in Pittsburg of dense spruce forests giving way to areas of clearcut woods. Ample mountain steams, high mountain bogs and the fertile river valleys are all accessible thanks to numerous logging roads. Pittsburg is famous for its large bucks, frequently exceeding 200 pounds. The Indian Stream valley is a favorite of big buck hunters, while others prefer the Magalloway Mountain area. Snow often arrives early, sometime during October, which makes tracking easier. For information on hunting seasons, licensing and more, visit: • wildlife.state.nh.us • vtfishandwildlife.com FLY FISHING THE TROPHY STRETCH The “Trophy Stretch” of the Connecticut River is a must for those wanting to experience fly fishing in the North Country. 2.5 miles of pocket water, riffles, and pools provides some of northern New England’s best trout and salmon fishing. LOPSTICK IN PITTSBURG, NH offers 57 cozy cabins located on or overlooking First Connecticut Lake, Perry Stream, The Connecticut River, and Back Lake. Their fly fishing and hunting guides are savvy, experienced, and downright friendly! Plan your next adventure at Lopstick! d good Wick h e country t nor PICK 8 NORTH COUNTRY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE The Upper Connecticut Region of New Hampshire is considered one of the prime fly fishing grounds of the Eastern United States. The headwaters of the mighty Connecticut River rise near the Canadian border, beginning its 440-mile route to the sea. The tail-water dams disgorge the icy cold water into fast-running streams that are the perfect environment for native Brook, Rainbow and Brown Trout, as well as Landlocked Salmon on their annual springtime and fall spawning runs. Additionally, Smallmouth Bass can be found in Back Lake. This pristine section of New Hampshire is a series of crystal-clear lakes and ponds, most open to fishing of all kinds. Fish from shore, kayaks, canoes, and motorboats. For information on fishing seasons, licensing and more, visit: • wildlife.state.nh.us • vtfishandwildlife.com