Author Topic: Tree Work, November 9, 2024  (Read 1417 times)

Benjamin Richards

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Re: Tree Work, November 9, 2024
« Reply #15 on: November 12, 2024, 10:19:41 AM »
It looks like there were more white pines that didn't come down. How did you determine which ones got the axe?

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Re: Tree Work, November 9, 2024
« Reply #16 on: November 12, 2024, 11:16:42 AM »
We were trying to remove the ones directly over the rails. The 1st and 3rd trees were especially important. The other 2 were overhanging enough that needles would drop in the guage, creating a blanket of pine needles and increasing the potential for fire. As much as we disliked the idea, we knew the only way to fix the problem was remove some trees.

There are more North of that location, with 2 being right at Fossels. But no plans as of yet for another cutting session.
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