Marc
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Hi all- my sister is building a house on a wooded lot abutting my parents' property. We're trying to save her some money instead of having someone come in and clear the lot. I've got a decent amount of cutting experience, for a firewood guy, I guess. I know enough to know what I can and can't do anyway. I took a look at the land and trees this weekend, and the wood is nothing too challenging. It's I guess what you'd call second growth, probably a 75 - 100 year old stand, previously pasture land. About an acre. Mostly red oak and white pine, mostly straight. Slight grade on the lot but nothing that would make anything roll once it hits the ground. Most of the trees lean predominately uphill.
She has a local, part time miller that might be interested in buying some of the straighter pine and oak (he picks up). The rest will be firewood. I've never clear cut a lot before- I mostly do yard trees, fence lines and the odd snag in the woods. Cut a couple roadways as well. If the deal works out with the mill guy, we'll probably be skidding with a small tractor.
So, I guess I'm looking for tips on how to tackle this without screwing up something obvious that's going to make things difficult. Since most of the trees have a common lean uphill, my plan was to start on the uphill edge of the lot, generally working my way down and across. Thanks in advance for any tips and advice, I know experience isn't free, so I appreciate anyone who's willing to take the time to share. Best thing I have to offer in return are pictures of the work.. sorry, I know that's not really enticing. Free home brewed beer too, for anyone who wants to come to Dudley to get it
She has a local, part time miller that might be interested in buying some of the straighter pine and oak (he picks up). The rest will be firewood. I've never clear cut a lot before- I mostly do yard trees, fence lines and the odd snag in the woods. Cut a couple roadways as well. If the deal works out with the mill guy, we'll probably be skidding with a small tractor.
So, I guess I'm looking for tips on how to tackle this without screwing up something obvious that's going to make things difficult. Since most of the trees have a common lean uphill, my plan was to start on the uphill edge of the lot, generally working my way down and across. Thanks in advance for any tips and advice, I know experience isn't free, so I appreciate anyone who's willing to take the time to share. Best thing I have to offer in return are pictures of the work.. sorry, I know that's not really enticing. Free home brewed beer too, for anyone who wants to come to Dudley to get it