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Committee reviews volunteer patch program, trail hazards and outreach plans at Kimball Wildlife Forest
Summary
The Kimball Wildlife Forest Committee discussed an April BRATT volunteer meeting and a volunteer-patch program accepted by AMC, flagged snowy sections that may require spikes, debated adding signage and bags for dog waste, and proposed a children’s hiking-safety event with NH Fish & Game and Scouts.
Dan Tinkham, a committee member, told the Kimball Wildlife Forest Committee that BRATT will hold a volunteer planning meeting on April 16 at 6:30 p.m. in the library to schedule work days; two of the work days will continue Quarry Trail work begun last year. He said volunteers can earn patches for trail work under a new program and that AMC will accept those patches.
Committee member Bob McPhee reported he hiked the Quarry Trail the previous day and recommended trail users consider traction spikes because some sections still have snow. Alexandra Breed and other members raised complaints about dog waste found on the trail; the group discussed coordinating placement of bag dispensers, using the existing sign, and ordering an additional sign so each trailhead has a posted notice about dog-waste bags.
Karl Gould described cleaning around the kiosk and said he was stung by bees behind the kiosk; members discussed whether to spray or otherwise address the bees to reduce the hazard. Gail Tebbetts proposed organizing a hiking day for children in the Kimball Wildlife Forest parking lot focused on hiking safety and preparedness, and suggested coordinating with New Hampshire Fish & Game and the Scouts. Sandra McGonagle said she would speak with her son, who works for NH Fish & Game, about potential coordination. The committee did not record any formal motions or votes on these items in the minutes.
The discussion emphasized volunteer recruitment and routine maintenance tasks ahead of spring work days. The committee scheduled its next meeting for April 23, 2026; volunteers and members were encouraged to bring photos or site details to future meetings when the group considers specific maintenance projects.
