re: edmands path. Most trails are maintained by volunteers in the White Mountains. It's likely that the adopter just hasn't been out yet. I'd suggest emailing the Pemigewasset Ranger district and let them know. They can probably get someone out with a chainsaw. http://www.fs.usda.gov/contactus/whitemountain/about-forest/contactus
Cheers
chris
Cheers
chris