Meany Road , Charlestown, NH 03603(Sullivan County)

There are three small ridges on the property with the central ridge offering the most convenient location for siting a seasonal cabin in order to enjoy the views. The camp location would take some additional road-building but, properly located, the soils appear well-drained enough to construct a short spur from the central landing to the top of the ridge. The terrain is best described as gently rolling throughout, with the modest ridges near the parcel center. There is just enough elevation to enjoy a view of Ascutney Mountain to the southwest and other Green Mountain peaks to the north. More expansive views to the west are possible with additional tree clearing. A chain of small beaver ponds exists in the southwest corner of the forest, paralleling the access road and offering a pleasant visual aesthetic and an attraction for a variety of wildlife. The water level of these ponds ebbs and flows with the amount of rain and beaver activity which keep the dams functional.

The forest supports a mixed species composition of northern hardwoods, red oak, hemlock and white pine. A 2015 timber harvest has left a primarily pole-sized diameter class (6 to 9 diameters.) with relatively even distribution across the parcel. Periodic non-commercial firewood thinnings can be scheduled as needed to salvage dead or dying trees. In the long term, the soils offer excellent site conditions for growing timber, particularly red oak and white pine.