Rattlesnake Island

tis · 03-29-2011, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by ishoot308

I believe a simple small donation will make you a member...

Sorry, but I don't like them. They get contribution to get all this property and then they don't let anyone use it. Like the snowmobile trails.

ishoot308 · 03-29-2011, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by tis

Sorry, but I don't like them. They get contribution to get all this property and then they don't let anyone use it. Like the snowmobile trails.

That's not 100% true...

They have done a wonderful job with the Ragged island project. The entire island is open to the public. They have a couple public docks, picnic area and walking trails. They have just completed a large demo project on the island where they removed many of the old abandoned and unsafe buildings, They are hoping to eventually have public tent camping sites. They are renovating one of the old beautiful camps so they will eventually have a camp directors lodge there.

They also have a lot of land on Stonedam island which is also open to the public with one dock, walking trails and beach area.

I believe 5 mile island is another one of their acquisitions and is open to the public, though I personally have not stopped by there to check it out.

Yes I am sure there are parcels of land they have that have been shut down to the public and without knowing the circumstance I have no comment except to say that sometimes the public is it's own worst enemy. Ever since Ragged Island has been opened up, they have had massive vandalism issues. I personally have seen the many vandalism issues that occurred there on multiple occasions and its heart wrenching to all the volunteers who gave their time to help make something nice for the PUBLIC. How long can something like this continue before they have no choice but to shut it down??

While I do not completely disagree with you, I just wanted you to realize that there is a some good with LRCT.

Dan

Rattlesnake Gal · 03-30-2011, 07:36 AM

I believe the reason why Rattlesnake Island has been closed to the public was due to inappropriate behavior by hikers - trash and campfires. It only takes a few to ruin it for all.

tis · 03-30-2011, 07:57 AM

It is true, but sad some people trash land which looks vacant. I know that from personal experience. Maybe there is another answer than rather than these trusts buying them and shutting them down?

Lakegeezer · 03-30-2011, 08:50 AM

If you get a chance to climb Rattlesnake Island, you may notice that while standing on the top, looking north, it appears as if you are in the control room of a big battleship, on a small ocean.

Regarding LRCT: they are guilty of soliciting funds from the snowmobile clubs to buy land in the Ossipee mountains and then shutting down many (not all) of the trails to snowmobile use. There is no longer a snowmobile trail to an outlook of Winnipesaukee, where there used to be several. I was suckered into contributing quite a bit, so now their requests for donations are returned with an explanation of why there is no money in the envelope, or just go in the trash. That said, most of their actions seem honorable and I hope some day they make right on their Ossipee use policy.

Just Sold · 03-30-2011, 08:52 AM

On Rattlesnake Island in past years I had seen some trash and evidence of the camp fires RG mentioned. I do pick up what I find and dispose of it properly.
I have also seen some trail errosion in a few spots that if not protected/repaired could get larger and cause other damage. I have seen joggers on the trail at times and believe that this could be adding to erosion issues.

Rattlesnake Gal · 04-03-2011, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Just Sold

On Rattlesnake Island in past years I had seen some trash and evidence of the camp fires RG mentioned. I do pick up what I find and dispose of it properly.

You're a great guest Ken! That's one of the reasons why you get invited back.

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Originally Posted by Just Sold

I have also seen some trail erosion in a few spots that if not protected/repaired could get larger and cause other damage. I have seen joggers on the trail at times and believe that this could be adding to erosion issues.

There has been a marked increase in erosion since our arrival to the island back in 2003. Hopefully the association can figure something out to combat this very concerning issue. Does anyone have ideas that we should pass along to remedy this erosion problem? It would be great to deal with it before it gets worse and becomes an even bigger problem.

mhtimber · 04-03-2011, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Just Sold

On Rattlesnake Island in past years I had seen some trash and evidence of the camp fires RG mentioned. I do pick up what I find and dispose of it properly.
I have also seen some trail errosion in a few spots that if not protected/repaired could get larger and cause other damage. I have seen joggers on the trail at times and believe that this could be adding to erosion issues.

How would jogging impact the trail any more than hiking? I use the trail several times a week for a cardio workout, being careful to stay on trail and on rock wherever possible (perhaps it was me you have seen).

One suggestion to repair & preserve the trail would be for the board to organize volunteer trail maintenance days, given the number of enthusiastic
Hikers I encounter I'm sure we would get a good turnout. I will propose this at the annual mtg this year.

Can't wait for ice out!

Jeff

03-30-2011, 07:36 AM	#3
Rattlesnake Gal Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Central NH Posts: 5,252 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 1,451 Thanked 1,349 Times in 475 Posts	Rattlesnake Island & LRCT I believe the reason why Rattlesnake Island has been closed to the public was due to inappropriate behavior by hikers - trash and campfires. It only takes a few to ruin it for all.

03-30-2011, 08:50 AM	#5
Lakegeezer Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Moultonboro, NH Posts: 1,679 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 355 Thanked 640 Times in 291 Posts	If you get a chance to climb Rattlesnake Island, you may notice that while standing on the top, looking north, it appears as if you are in the control room of a big battleship, on a small ocean. Regarding LRCT: they are guilty of soliciting funds from the snowmobile clubs to buy land in the Ossipee mountains and then shutting down many (not all) of the trails to snowmobile use. There is no longer a snowmobile trail to an outlook of Winnipesaukee, where there used to be several. I was suckered into contributing quite a bit, so now their requests for donations are returned with an explanation of why there is no money in the envelope, or just go in the trash. That said, most of their actions seem honorable and I hope some day they make right on their Ossipee use policy. __________________ -lg

03-30-2011, 08:52 AM	#6
Just Sold Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Suncook, NH, but at The Lake at Heart Posts: 2,615 Thanks: 1,083 Thanked 434 Times in 210 Posts	On Rattlesnake Island in past years I had seen some trash and evidence of the camp fires RG mentioned. I do pick up what I find and dispose of it properly. I have also seen some trail errosion in a few spots that if not protected/repaired could get larger and cause other damage. I have seen joggers on the trail at times and believe that this could be adding to erosion issues. __________________ Just Sold At the lake the stress of daily life just melts away. Pro Re Nata

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03-30-2011, 07:57 AM	#4
tis Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6,774 Thanks: 755 Thanked 1,464 Times in 1,020 Posts	It is true, but sad some people trash land which looks vacant. I know that from personal experience. Maybe there is another answer than rather than these trusts buying them and shutting them down?

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