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In Depth Water Power Tour

With: Bob Brown

Tour Fee: By donation / Registration required

Tour size: 6 / 12+ with accompanying adult

Learn all about the major water-powered components of Chase’s Mill from Bob as he takes you through the Mill for an in-depth tour. After a brief introduction to using running water as a power source through models and discussion, the tour will include the Gristmill & Sawmill Models, some water powered machines, the penstock, the two turbines, and a water pressure demonstration. And he will answer all your questions as well!

Bob Brown is a retired science educator and administrator, having taught at Fall Mountain Regional High School for many years. Now an Alstead resident, he summered in Mill Hollow throughout his childhood and worked closely with Heman Chase at the mill and surveying. Bob oversaw the rehabilitation of Chase’s Mill and its water power.

Earlier Event: August 19
A Walk In The Woods: A Woodlot Walk
Later Event: August 20
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