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Thursday, September 17
 

7:00pm EDT

Freecoast Meetup
Each week a meet up is held across the Seacoast and this year, it just so happens to land on Portsmouth! Feel free to bring the family as this is a kid friendly event.

Thursday September 17, 2015 7:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
3S 319 Vaughan Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801
 
Friday, September 18
 

5:00pm EDT

S'mores!!!
For the youths (this is NOT childcare!).

New this year is a track for children! Friday night, there will be a camp fire and s'mores for the youths! Cider, soft drinks, and s’mores provided.  Feel free to bring your own snacks, drinks, and camping chairs. Park on the side of the street or in the yard to the south side of the driveway.  

Speakers
avatar for Kyle Mohney

Kyle Mohney

I am a resident of the Freecoast who enjoys working on my old house/barn, adventuring with my boys, and getting together with other liberty lovin' people here in New Hampshire.



Friday September 18, 2015 5:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
The House of Mohney 186 Little River Rd, Hampton, NH

7:00pm EDT

Registration
Friday September 18, 2015 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
The Coat of Arms 174 Fleet St, Portsmouth, NH

8:00pm EDT

Pub Crawl
The intent of our first evening together is to get your wristbands and give us all the opportunity to meet each other. Consider this social hours. Based upon feedback from last year, we will stay at The Coat of Arms longer and you are all welcome to go on adventures yourself to check out all of the other awesome local pubs in Portsmouth, and if you are brave, cross the bridge into Kittery.


Speakers
avatar for Tom Hudson

Tom Hudson

I am the lead organizer for the Second Annual Freecoast Festival, a founding member of The Praxeum (2014), Seacoast Liberty (2008) as well as Pirates of Liberty (2010) in San Diego. I was also awarded the 'Political Activist of the Year' in 2008 by the New Hampshire Liberty Aliance... Read More →


Friday September 18, 2015 8:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
The Coat of Arms 174 Fleet St, Portsmouth, NH
 
Saturday, September 19
 

10:00am EDT

Registration
Saturday September 19, 2015 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
The Stone Church 5 Granite Street, Newmarket, NH

10:00am EDT

Hiking Expedition
For the youths (this is NOT childcare!).

Geocaching. Adventuring. Learn some history about the Freecoast!  Bring good walking shoes, water, and snacks.  Picnic after hike, bring your own food.  Free parking at 680 Ocean Blvd. Rye, NH which is close to the start/end of the hike.  There is a cash charge per person if you choose to park at the main gate.  Starting hike at Drowned Forest just south of State Park. (N 43° 02.459 W 070° 42.863)

Here is a map.  Note North direction on map.  http://www.nhstateparks.org/uploads/pdf/OdiorneTrailMap_web.pdf 

Speakers
avatar for Kyle Mohney

Kyle Mohney

I am a resident of the Freecoast who enjoys working on my old house/barn, adventuring with my boys, and getting together with other liberty lovin' people here in New Hampshire.



Saturday September 19, 2015 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Odiorne Point State Park 570 Ocean Blvd, Rye, NH 03870

10:30am EDT

Welcome
Speakers
avatar for Tom Hudson

Tom Hudson

I am the lead organizer for the Second Annual Freecoast Festival, a founding member of The Praxeum (2014), Seacoast Liberty (2008) as well as Pirates of Liberty (2010) in San Diego. I was also awarded the 'Political Activist of the Year' in 2008 by the New Hampshire Liberty Aliance... Read More →


Saturday September 19, 2015 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
The Stone Church 5 Granite Street, Newmarket, NH

11:00am EDT

Seacoast History
Each year our community grows, and it’s good to understand where it started and the journey it’s taken us to get where we are today.

Speakers

Saturday September 19, 2015 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
The Stone Church 5 Granite Street, Newmarket, NH

11:30am EDT

Libertarians With Benefits: How the Freecoast Liberty Community Started Living Our Principles
Something is happening on New Hampshire’s seacoast. A positive, productive, and pleasant liberty community has formed which is providing real benefits to its members. Find out how the Freecoasters have harnessed a deep philosophical understanding of liberty to change our daily lives for the better.

Learn about:
• Reaching new people
• The Praxeum – Our unique liberty meeting space
• Getting beyond politics: sports, crafts, and potlucks
• The power of mutual aid
* Living our principles: free association, dispute resolution, entrepreneurship, and the end of the entitlement mentality

Saturday September 19, 2015 11:30am - 12:00pm EDT
The Stone Church 5 Granite Street, Newmarket, NH

12:00pm EDT

Picnic
For the youths (this is NOT childcare!).

Picnic after the Hiking Expedition at Odiorne Point next to the ocean and a park.  Bring your own food/water/blanket.  There are a few picnic tables and bathrooms should still be open.  Free parking at 680 Ocean Blvd. Rye, NH which is close to the park/picnic area.  There is a cash charge per person if you choose to park at the main gate.  Picnic tables and park are located at 43.042854, -70.713087.

Backup location of The Praxeum if it is raining. 

Speakers
avatar for Kyle Mohney

Kyle Mohney

I am a resident of the Freecoast who enjoys working on my old house/barn, adventuring with my boys, and getting together with other liberty lovin' people here in New Hampshire.



Saturday September 19, 2015 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
The Praxeum

12:00pm EDT

New Movers Panel: Freecoast
This past year we’ve seen many new faces here on the Seacoast. Got a question you would like to ask? This is your opportunity.

Saturday September 19, 2015 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
The Stone Church 5 Granite Street, Newmarket, NH

1:00pm EDT

Alternative Education on the Freecoast
Alternative Education on the Freecoast: Homeschooling? Private schools? Unschooling? Charter schools? Kelly Halldorson, Freecoast Native & Unschool Bus Mom invites you to learn what an alternative education might look like for your child in New Hampshire. 

Sponsors

Saturday September 19, 2015 1:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
The Stone Church 5 Granite Street, Newmarket, NH

1:00pm EDT

Interactive Science!
For the youths (this is NOT childcare!).

This event includes some hands on demonstrations and fun! Demonstrations include a parabolic roaster, adjustable interactive catapult, electromagnets, engine model, and a Mandelbrot Set movie (cool math stuff!).

Speakers
avatar for Kyle Mohney

Kyle Mohney

I am a resident of the Freecoast who enjoys working on my old house/barn, adventuring with my boys, and getting together with other liberty lovin' people here in New Hampshire.



Saturday September 19, 2015 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
The Praxeum

1:30pm EDT

Running for State Office
This past election cycle, Nelson ran for office. It was an enlightening experience for him where he learned a lot and will share some of those experiences with you. This will be a valuable topic for both, political and a-political alike.

Speakers
avatar for Nelson Lourenco

Nelson Lourenco

Senior Web Designer, Vistaprint


Saturday September 19, 2015 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
The Stone Church 5 Granite Street, Newmarket, NH

2:00pm EDT

Community Support
It’s common to see the phrase “welcome home” when new movers move to New Hampshire. While being with like-minded people, another reason is the community that continues to grow. During this session, you will hear from many of the organizers of events here on the Seacoast that bring us together.

Moderators
avatar for Tom Hudson

Tom Hudson

I am the lead organizer for the Second Annual Freecoast Festival, a founding member of The Praxeum (2014), Seacoast Liberty (2008) as well as Pirates of Liberty (2010) in San Diego. I was also awarded the 'Political Activist of the Year' in 2008 by the New Hampshire Liberty Aliance... Read More →

Speakers
avatar for Andrew Criscione

Andrew Criscione

Andrew runs the NH Austrian Economics Group and is president of AntiWar New England.
avatar for Andrea Justice

Andrea Justice

Since moving to New Hampshire from Arizona with my family last summer I have enjoyed organizing small group events which have helped me get to know the awesome individuals that make up the Freecoast community better.I spend most of my activism energy focused on raising the next generation... Read More →
avatar for Darren Tapp

Darren Tapp

Founder, Dr. Tapp's Mathematical Playgrounds
After teaching several math classes at the college level, Darren began to imagine better ways of promoting math. The result is an arithmetic class enjoyed by young people outside of traditional schools. Darren expects his offerings to grow. He expects to soon offer an Algebra course... Read More →

Sponsors

Saturday September 19, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
The Stone Church 5 Granite Street, Newmarket, NH

4:00pm EDT

Cruise: History of The Seacoast
Limited Capacity seats available

The Freecoast…we’ve got beaches, lighthouses, a harbor, boats and beautiful sunsets. So, let’s get onto a boat and enjoy this as we learn about the history of the region.

The cruise leaves the dock at 4:30, and they have askd us to be at the dock at 4:15pm 

Saturday September 19, 2015 4:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Portsmouth Harbor Cruises 64 Ceres St., Portsmouth, NH

5:00pm EDT

Potluck Party!
A fun, family-friendly event for you to continue socializing with your liberty friends. Please bring food to share and your favorite beverages.

Speakers
avatar for Andrea Justice

Andrea Justice

Since moving to New Hampshire from Arizona with my family last summer I have enjoyed organizing small group events which have helped me get to know the awesome individuals that make up the Freecoast community better.I spend most of my activism energy focused on raising the next generation... Read More →


Saturday September 19, 2015 5:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
The Praxeum

8:00pm EDT

Dinner Break
There's no planned event for dinner after the cruise returns, so feel free to walk about and experience Portsmouth on a Saturday evening! A few places of interest are Street, Dos Amigos, Popovers, Mojo's, and The Portsmouth Brewery. 

Saturday September 19, 2015 8:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
TBA

9:00pm EDT

Praxeum Anniversary & Seacoast Beer Tasting
Come join us for the one year anniversary of The Praxeum! Come and enjoy meeting some new people and reconnecting with others.

Sponsors
avatar for Tom Hudson

Tom Hudson

I am the lead organizer for the Second Annual Freecoast Festival, a founding member of The Praxeum (2014), Seacoast Liberty (2008) as well as Pirates of Liberty (2010) in San Diego. I was also awarded the 'Political Activist of the Year' in 2008 by the New Hampshire Liberty Aliance... Read More →


Saturday September 19, 2015 9:00pm - 11:00pm EDT
The Praxeum
 
Sunday, September 20
 

9:15am EDT

Seacoast Bus Tour
Limited Capacity seats available

Interested in moving to the Seacoast? Well, this bus tour will take you to the towns of Exeter, Dover, Newmarket, and end in Portsmouth. Locals of each town will be on the tour to provide you with insights on the local scene.

Speakers

Sunday September 20, 2015 9:15am - 3:45pm EDT
TBA

10:00am EDT

Opening Remarks
Sponsors
avatar for Tom Hudson

Tom Hudson

I am the lead organizer for the Second Annual Freecoast Festival, a founding member of The Praxeum (2014), Seacoast Liberty (2008) as well as Pirates of Liberty (2010) in San Diego. I was also awarded the 'Political Activist of the Year' in 2008 by the New Hampshire Liberty Aliance... Read More →


Sunday September 20, 2015 10:00am - 10:15am EDT
The Praxeum: Classroom

10:00am EDT

"Anarcraft" for Kids!
For the youths.  Not intended to be child care but something to do with your kids if you want to join some of the other events at the Praxeum at this time.

This will be a hands on arts and crafts time.  Will include drawing, spirals, math cubes, making cones, gum drops/tooth pick building, movies, minecraft, etc!  There may be some snack food provided but bring your own snacks and drinks.  

Speakers
avatar for Kyle Mohney

Kyle Mohney

I am a resident of the Freecoast who enjoys working on my old house/barn, adventuring with my boys, and getting together with other liberty lovin' people here in New Hampshire.



Sunday September 20, 2015 10:00am - 1:00pm EDT
The Praxeum

10:15am EDT

Leading Lights Panel
Hear distinguished figures in business, society, and investment share their stories.

Sunday September 20, 2015 10:15am - 10:30am EDT
The Praxeum: Classroom

10:30am EDT

Entrepreneurs Roundtable
All participants will gather into groups centered around each of our leading lights in order to workshop your own ideas and ventures. Here's a chance to work on your business plan, learn how to pitch angel investors, or figure out how to scale up your venture.

Sunday September 20, 2015 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
The Praxeum: Classroom

11:30am EDT

Lunch
Break for lunch. There's several places within walking distance that you can visit.

Sunday September 20, 2015 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT
The Praxeum: Classroom

1:00pm EDT

The Porcupines' Den
The feature presentation! Participants are invited to pitch your ventures to our panel of judges – in front of an audience of all festival attendees. The winner will receive **1 bitcoin** toward their future success. 

Sunday September 20, 2015 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
The Praxeum: Classroom

3:00pm EDT

Closing Remarks
Sponsors
avatar for Tom Hudson

Tom Hudson

I am the lead organizer for the Second Annual Freecoast Festival, a founding member of The Praxeum (2014), Seacoast Liberty (2008) as well as Pirates of Liberty (2010) in San Diego. I was also awarded the 'Political Activist of the Year' in 2008 by the New Hampshire Liberty Aliance... Read More →


Sunday September 20, 2015 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
The Praxeum: Classroom

6:00pm EDT

Freecoast Tennis Club

Come join your fellow Freecoasters for some low-intensity tennis at the Portsmouth courts by South Mill Pond. 

**All ages and skill levels welcome.** 

This is not competitive – just a chance to be social, get some exercise, and have some fun.

There is no cost to attend. Please bring a racket and extra balls are always welcome.

 


Sunday September 20, 2015 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
South Mill Pond Playground 445 Pleasant Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801
 
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