By Michael Johnson
During the months of November and December, many National
Forests allow citizens to cut and remove a tree for the Christmas holiday. Most require a permit, which must be obtained
early to avoid being part of a lottery, and all require permission. A tag is issued with the permit that must be
attached to the tree.
Cutting areas are well defined and usually not near
roads. To find a suitable tree, one
should allow a full day for the search and retrieval. Other necessities include transportation,
preferably a truck. A bow saw or a
chainsaw is needed for the task.
Finally, one needs a tie-down to secure and bring the tree home. Safety must be practiced at all phases.
The Wilson National Forrest located 45 minutes from
Lynchburg is a favorite spot. Families
have annually cut in this area. A
suitable tree may take a while to find.
Finding and getting the tree from its site to your transportation
involves a scenic hike. Remember don’t
get a tree too big to haul to your truck.
This search adds much to the enjoyment of the holiday season and begins
it on the right note.
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