Posted by Daniel Whitney on Dec 14, 2024
Loon Center Storage Shed Project

The Meredith Rotary Club recently completed a project to support The Loon Center in Moultonborough. Through a $13,000 investment, the Rotary Club funded the preparation, materials, and construction of a storage shed next to The Loon Preservation Committee's staff housing building.


Typically, significant projects start as an idea, which Carl Johnson, in this instance, introduced to the Rotary Board and then presented at a Meredith Rotary Club Meeting.


One of the significant challenges is the Loon Center's storage issue. The current building has lodging upstairs, and all on-site storage is below. Meredith Rotary needs to construct a new storage building (in a small area due to wetlands and brooks). Carl Johnson and John Columbus, our Major Projects Director, visited the site and answered the questions of the Loon Center board.


A  sturdy 10x16 building would help with their storage needs and be a beautiful piece of art. This shed will be maintenance-free using premium quality building supplies.


Pictured here is Ron Maher, who utilized his lifelong career in construction and led the shed's construction process.


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The Construction Process Took 24 Hours Spread Over 4 Weekends
 
Side framing was built on the ground and lifted into place - quite heavy!
Once the framed sidewall was up, we installed sheathing.
John Columbus, Major Projects Director, is preparing for a roof sheathing installation.
James Whitehouse is nailing in the roof panels.
  
John Columbus and Ron Maher are cutting roof trusses.
Bruce Reichlen is installing the siding and ensuring all courses are level.
 

This is the finished project. 
The shed is sturdy, with storage above and shelving around the perimeter. Solar-powered lighting comes on when you enter through the doors.