Commission members reported findings from a recent site visit to Quimby Mountain and described the property as generally in good condition but with several issues needing follow-up. Monitors documented a breach in a historic stone wall, evidence of ATV activity and a deer-hanging structure, and localized graffiti. Members also noted that the commission does not own the very summit of the mountain; a small triangular parcel near the top appears to be privately held by the adjacent gun club, which maintains active shooting on its range.

Given the proximity of shooting activity to the Quimby Mountain summit and a narrow access strip where an easement would be needed, the commission voted to contact the gun-club leadership to inform them of the commission’s stewardship planning and to invite discussion. The motion to contact the gun club leadership passed by voice vote; commissioners removed a specific day reference and agreed staff would obtain contact information and schedule a meeting.

Commissioners said they want to be proactive in telling the gun club that the town is considering how the Quimby property will be used and to request the club’s input to avoid surprises for landowners and users. The commission also discussed monitoring logistics and a tentatively scheduled Bear Paw monitoring visit.