Land preparation begins...
I drove out to the property on Saturday with Moose. My goals were two-fold. One, I wanted to meet with my excavator and discuss some plans on what we wanted done and where the foundation would go. Second, I wanted to start clearing some trees and brush from the construction site.
It was a nice day and it was great to be out there. Moose had fun as usual. I got quite a bit done as far as taking down some of the thorn apple trees. The excavator showed up about 1:30 or so and we went over some things. He thinks the area I chose is a good spot and doesn't see any issues with anything. I do have to take the large maple out. If you look back at the pictures in the snow, you will notice a large maple tree with a stump leaning against it. That needs to come down. It is unfortunate, but we will be saving some other trees by moving this one out. It should supply plenty of good hardwood for our woodburning stove for years to come.
My dad and I will be going out next weekend for the trout opener (April 1st). My family and I have tried to make a tradition of many of the opening day activities. We won't be fishing though, lots of work to get the land ready. I'll post some before and after pictures of the site after the weekend.
It was a nice day and it was great to be out there. Moose had fun as usual. I got quite a bit done as far as taking down some of the thorn apple trees. The excavator showed up about 1:30 or so and we went over some things. He thinks the area I chose is a good spot and doesn't see any issues with anything. I do have to take the large maple out. If you look back at the pictures in the snow, you will notice a large maple tree with a stump leaning against it. That needs to come down. It is unfortunate, but we will be saving some other trees by moving this one out. It should supply plenty of good hardwood for our woodburning stove for years to come.
My dad and I will be going out next weekend for the trout opener (April 1st). My family and I have tried to make a tradition of many of the opening day activities. We won't be fishing though, lots of work to get the land ready. I'll post some before and after pictures of the site after the weekend.
posted by Mike | 9:25 PM
2 Comments:
Here's an idea, when you cut down the maple, save it. You can take it to a lumber mill and have them cut it into planks for you. Then you can use it for flooring and trim in the cabin. You will have to pay to have it cut up, but it will still be cheaper than buying the lumber. Plus it would be really cool to be able to say that the lumber actually came from your property.
Besides, if you do that, you can share any of the extra wood with any of your friends who might like to do some woodworking. ;)
S
YOu go Mike & Katie - great idea with this website!
We will be there to help this spring/summer!
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