Big Meadow Brook Nature Reserve
County
Colchester
Size
283 ha
Classification
Nature Reserve
Status
New
Conditions Apply?
Yes
Overview
Old/mature tolerant hardwood, red spruce and eastern hemlock forest growing on gypsum karst
Ecological Values
Rare forest ecosystem
Adjacent to rich impounded wetland
Outdoor Recreation Values
Forestry Values
Some mature softwood and mixedwood
Area currently unavailable for forestry due to DNR old forest policy
Other Resource Values
Medium mineral potential
High petroleum potential
Low wind potential
Conditions
Legal protection subject to clarification with Ducks Unlimited.
Exclusions and Vehicle Access
Impounded wetland excluded