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The Budweiser Clydesdales of Merrimack, New Hampshire

A "Slice of Life in New Hampshire"
brought to you by your Southern New Hampshire Realtor®, Rudy Mayer. http://www.RudyMayer.com

The Budweiser Clydesdales are the beverage industry's most recognizable mascots, and you can meet these famous horses by visiting the Anheuser-Busch Brewery right here in Merrimack, New Hampshire.

In 1933, August A. Busch, Jr. gave a hitch of Clydesdales to his father in celebration of the resumption of brewing in St. Louis following the repeal of Prohibition. Clydesdales--a powerful breed of draft horses--originated in the Clyde valley of Scotland, and they are known for the distinctive, feathery hair on their fetlocks--the lower parts of their legs above and behind the hooves.

Originally, farmers living in the 19th century along the banks of the River Clyde in Lanarkshire, Scotland bred the Great Flemish Horse, the forerunner of the Clydesdale. In the mid 1800's, Canadians of Scottis descent brought the first Clydesdales to the United States, where today they are primarily used for breeding and for show.

To qualify for the Budweiser hitch, a Clydesdale must be a gelding at least four years of age. He must stand 6 feet at the shoulder when fully mature, weigh between 1,800 and 2,300 pounds, be bay in color, have four white stocking feet, a blaze of white on the face, and a black mane and tail.

Each harness and collar weighs approximately 130 pounds, and is handcrafted from brass and leather. Pure linen thread is used for the stitching.

Dalmatians have traveled with the Clydesdales since the 1950's. Dalmatians have long been associated with horses and valued for their speed, endurance and dependable nature. Today, the Dalmatians are perched atop the wagon, seated next to the driver.

These high stepping horses make hundreds of public appearances every year, in addition to appearing in television commercials and other Budweiser Beer advertising.

The hitch of Clydesdales here in New Hampshire are just one of several owned by Budweiser, which offers free tours of it's brewery located at 221 Daniel Webster Highway, just off Route 3 at Exit 10.

Visitors are welcome to visit the Clydesdales at their picturesque stables on the property. You can usually find 8-10 Clydesdales at their stables which are open to the public free of charge all year around.

The first Saturday of every month is Clydesdale Camera Day, when visitors have the opportunity to get up close and take plenty of pictures.

How to choose the best New Hampshire realtor to sell and market your home for sale

How to choose the best real estate agent to sell your New Hampshire home

Interviewing a listing agent (seller's agent) over the Internet offers several advantages for you as a seller. You can do a little pre-qualifying before you meet the agent in person and you can see how your agent will use the Internet to communicate with you and to market your home. With more buyers turning to the Internet to view homes, shop for loans, and learn about the home buying process, the agent whom you choose to market your home can't afford not to be in command of this powerful tool called the Internet.

Although many agents will tell you that they can market your home effectively,
you need an agent who can meet several criteria including:

  • Being familiar with or specializing in your neighborhood
  • Having an office nearby
  • Being current and a regular user of the Internet, e-mail, and Internet marketing techniques
  • Google me - I'm am ALL over the internet where almost 90% of buyers begin their search!
  • Having a list of clients who can give you their recommendations

Here are the 10 key questions all but the very best real estate agents hope you don't ask:

(1) How long have you been selling homes in my vicinity?
(2) What are the names, addresses and phone numbers of your five most recent home sellers?
(3) What is your written marketing plan for my home?
(4) Do you sell real estate full-time (dismiss part-time agents unless you want part-time service)?
(5) How many listings do you currently have (beware of agents with too many listings who won't have personal time for your home sale)?
(6) Do you have any office assistants (if so, will I be dealing with you or an assistant)?
(7) What day of the week do you take off and which agent covers for you when you are gone?
(8) Do you plan any vacation during my listing period?
(9) What is your sales-commission fee schedule?
(10) How many homes did you actually sell last year, and how many are in the pipeline to close in the next 4 months?

For information on how I market your home more thoroughly and more effectively online than ANY other agent, office or company in Southern New Hampshire, visit my website exclusively for Southern New Hampshire Home Sellers.

Winter and the Holidays in New Hampshire

Winter & The Holidays in Southern New Hampshire

New Hampshire is lovely when blanketed in winter white. From the classic Currier and Ives scenes of villages buried in snow with festive decorations, the typical New Hampshire winter is skiing and snuggling season, a time to enjoy the invigorating freshness of a winter day. It's also the magical holiday season and it doesn't get any better than here in Southern New Hampshire!

Another "Taste of New Hampshire" from Rudy Mayer, your local New Hampshire realtor. For all your real estate needs in Southern New Hampshire, visit RudyMayer.com

New Hampshire : Try before you buy!


New Hampshire Video ToursRelocating to Southern New Hampshire?

My Southern New Hampshire website features a dozen high definition, narrated videos on the home page about the towns, cities and events in our picturesque part of the country!

Whether you're seeking information about a particular community, or just want to get a taste of the some of the unique and wonderful events that take place here in Southern New Hampshire, such as the Nashua Winter Holiday Stroll, Art in the Park, the Beaver Brook Festival, the Nashua Farmer's Market ... or if you just want to savor the colors of Fall in New Hampshire, or visit some of our interesting businesses, such as Noel's Christmas Tree Farm - you virtually can visit all of these and more!

For all your real estate needs in Southern New Hampshire, visit RudyMayer.com

Thinking of selling? Visit my home seller's website, iSoldThisHouse.com

New Hampshire Christmas Tree Farm - 'Tis the Season!

Located in Southern New Hampshire in the town of Litchfield, Noel's Tree Farm provides customers with beautiful Balsam and Frasier Christmas trees, meticulously cared for throughout the year by Paul Lemire. Noel's Tree Farm also provides a wide assortment of Christmas decorating products including wreaths, kissing balls and roping in a variety of styles.

Meet Paul and you'll see his love for Christmas and the Christmas Spirit. He's always thinking of new ways to insure his customers leave with a smile and a beautiful Christmas centerpiece for their home.

From hot popcorn to roasted marshmellow on the firepit to Santa Claus to hay rides, Noel's Tree Farm in Litchfield, New Hampshire offers something for every member of the family.

This slice of New Hampshire life is brought to you by RudyMayer.com,
your Southern New Hampshire Realtor.