Granite State Land Management

08/26/2026

Phase 1 on Knox Mountain, Ossipee NH.

Steep, ledgy ground and a winter start. The goal was more usable land around the house, and the terrain was the kind other crews pass on.

What Phase 1 covered:
Mechanized whole-tree land clearing through the winter on the steepest part of the property, feller buncher and skidder, produced by the acre, not the tree.
A haul road built to an onsite borrow pit to drastically improve efficiency and reduce overall cost in comparison to hauling from offsite.
An acre leveled behind the house and 3,500 cubic yards of material cut, hauled, and placed (that is on the order of 300 truckloads) in the front of the house to create more usable space.

Frozen ground on a job like this is an advantage, not an obstacle. Less rutting, cleaner hauling, and the work keeps moving while everyone else waits for spring.

Phase 2 is next: we went back with the CAT 340 excavator and the 735 rock truck to move another 5,000 cubic yards as well as finish grading and bank stablization to complete the entire project. That video is coming soon.

If you own land you have been told is too steep or too rough to do anything with, this is the kind of project we take on. Fall is when we book winter work.

Granite State Land Management
Rumney, NH · (603) 686-8137 · granitestatelm.com
Land Clearing · Site Preparation · Excavation & Grading

08/19/2026

06/02/2026

We are continuing work here in Ossipee, NH on Knox Mountain for Phase 2 after clearing this winter. A lot of dirt and plenty of rock on this one

Thanks to Milton CAT for the 730 rock truck. What a work horse!

05/09/2026

Did you know that proper land clearing can set the stage for successful construction projects? At Granite State Land Management, we specialize in residential and commercial land clearing throughout New Hampshire. Our expert team utilizes advanced equipment for precise site preparation, ensuring your project is off to a great start. Whether it's for forestry mulching or road construction, we’re here to help you achieve your vision!

02/25/2026

An initial look at the 9-acre clearcut project for the City of Dover. We are partnering with NH Forestry Services at the former town landfill, now a Superfund Site managed by multiple parties and regulated by the EPA. Our aim is to clear cut for new infrastructure, including roads, wells, and pump houses, enabling the continuous pumping and disposal of groundwater over the next 100 years. Stay tuned for additional updates, including a road building project and utility line clearing.

02/25/2026

01/16/2026

This project ranked among the top favorites for 2025. Jen Taylor and Ben Taylor at Bark and Bray Farm were outstanding clients. They have a clear and dedicated mission, we were delighted to contribute to their 3-acre pasture conversion/expansion project. The project included an uphill drainage solution to keep water out of pasture areas, constructing an access road, and an added bonus of rock pile play areas for the goats as an added feature. We appreciate the opportunity to work with Jen Taylor and Ben Taylor and thank them for selecting Granite State Land Management. Jen Taylor Ben Taylor

01/08/2026

The Jefferson project was a short, enjoyable experience, and our time in the north country has reached its conclusion for the time being; we will return to Bethlehem in four weeks. Our attention will now turn to Ossipee, followed by Center Tuftonboro and Gilford. Stay tuned for some very big projects on the horizon.

01/07/2026

The newest addition to the fleet is the Bandit 2290 Whole Tree Chipper (Cheryl). I intend to keep Cheryl well fed this winter.

12/17/2025

Chilly but so bright and beautiful here in Ossipee, NH today! ☀️ The sky is a perfect clear blue, making this cold sunny day feel extra special. This is the start of Phase 1 involving clearing over 4 acres of land in prep for expanded parking areas, solar installation and setting the stage for Phase 2 in the spring to include moving around 5100 Cubic Yards of material.