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Scobie Pond
Moose Hill Orchard
Scobie Pond is a 25-acre pond located in Northeast Londonderry. It is the largest open water body in Town and is located in an area of low development, with a largely undisturbed shoreline. Protection is afforded by two conservation parcels located along the eastern shore. Though the Town has a right-of-way access to the pond, there appears to be little use or awareness of the pond as a recreational resource.
The Town holds an agricultural easement over much of this nearly 180 acres of scenic and productive orchard. The Mack Family and Londonderry Trailways have developed walking trails throughout the area for passive recreation in the summer and cross-country skiing in the winter. In combination with the trails throughout the school facilities, the Moose Hill Orchard/ Adams Pond area contributes roughly 11 of the 26 miles of mapped, public trails in Town. The easement was financed with an open space bond. This orchard and the surrounding public spaces are considered to be emblematic of the heart of Londonderry.
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Estey Conservation Easement
Sunnycrest Orchard
A conservation easement including nearly 75 acres was secured at the southwesterly corner of Nashua Road (Rte 102) and Old Nashua Road in 2009. This easement provides protection of open fields and prevents development along sensitive streams and wetland areas in the busy Route 102 corridor. At present, no recreational investments have been made in the property. The public has guaranteed access to the forested portion of the property in accordance with the conservation easement deed.
The land comprising Sunnycrest Orchard (60 acres) is completely protected through a series of agricultural easements secured in the early 2000’s. This action protected a working family farm and secured its place in perpetuity for the Londonderry community. The current ownership includes such amenities as pick-your-own apples/strawberries/pumpkins/flowers, a small petting zoo, and a farm stand for the purchase of locally grown fruits, vegetables, and homemade baked goods. Comprehensive Master Plan
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