Kuncanowet Trail Clean-up

Don't worry. This rare Black Gum tree in the Kuncanowet was not actually harmed in the making of this photograph.

The Kuncanowet Town Forest and Conservation Area management committee will hold a trail maintenance day Saturday, May 19 from 9:00 am until approximately noon. Work will primarily involve removing branches and fallen trees from the trails. We will meet at the trailhead at the end of Holiday Shore Drive in Dunbarton.

If you come to help, please bring clippers, loppers or a saw. Packing insect repellent and water would also be advisable.

If heavy rain is forecast for that date, please check your email prior to 8 a.m. Saturday for a cancellation notice. (Make sure you are on our email list by signing up here.)

Improving wildlife habitat

Conservation Commission member Stan Sowle in action

Members of the Conservation Commission recently planted 60 seedlings in a clearing in the Kimball Pond Conservation area created to improve wildlife habitat. When mature the specifically selected trees and shrubs will provide food for birds and animals. Crab apple, elderberry, cranberry, juneberry, hazelnut and beach plum were among the varieties planted.

Providing quality wildlife habitat is a priority in all of the town's conservation areas.

Commission members Darlene and Ron Jarvis plant a crab apple seedling

Thanks Matt Lavey

Conservation Commission member Matt Lavey was recently presented this plaque in recognition of his 26 years of service on the Commission. Matt and his wife Roberta are moving to Portland Maine.

Good luck Matt and thanks for all your help!