There will be stumps from the cut trees along with tree branches an open forrest. I have hunted several places over the years prior to an after they were logged. It takes years for that area to recover an its not easy hunting either. I understand the reasoning, but still don't like it...

Good point on the neighbors, check them out, if any problems take care of it then like said.

If the river has fish in it that's a plus, a small creek would be easier to cross an still provide water to game.