The above map shows the boundaries of the Randolph Community Forest—over 10,000-acre working forest. It was acquired by the Town of Randolph in 2001. In 2003 we teamed up with NH Licensed Forester, Walter Wintturi, and were hired by the Town of Randolph to conduct field work, do GIS mapping in AutoCAD and ArcView, and write a comprehensive Stewardship Plan for the Randolph Community Forest. Based on recommendations from the Stewardship Plan we will continue to work to accomplish the following goals of the Town:

1. Sustainable growth of timber for harvesting and income generation

2. Use of the Community Forest to educate residents and members of the public about the natural cycles of forest life and about the importance of sustainable timber management

3. Use of harvesting techniques to minimize the visual impact of timbering activities and also create or maintain viewing spots or outlooks on existing trails and roads.

4. Maintenance of existing recreational trails for both summer and winter use by the public

5. Maintenance of utilized roads throughout the forest for emergency access, recreation, and timber harvesting access

6. Encouragement of plant and animal diversity

7. Protection of water resources, streams, and wetlands by utilization of best management practices
ground bird nestRandolph Community Forest

A habitat type map was delineated for a 10 acre property. We made recommendations for improving overall wildlife habitat based on forest types. Recommendations included wildlife plantings, release of mast trees, and cutting aspen and alders to encourage new, younger growth.
Wildlife Habitat Map

Land Management Plans

More than ever landowners and foresters are encouraged to take an ecosystem approach when designing land management plans. We offer the following services to landowners, foresters and municipalities:

· Wildlife monitoring before and after forest treatment

· Wildlife habitat improvement recommendations

· Erosion control

· Wetland considerations including permitting

· Trail design and layout

· Stewardship Incentive Program (SIP) (contracted with NH Certified Forester), and Wildlife Habitat Incentive Program (WHIP) plans