Logging your property for $$$$$

[John_M]

I was just wondering if anyone had any information on where to look for loggers to log a property. 

I read that a property can be looged every 10 years or so.  It actually helps the wildlife and manages the resources of your land.  Gives the younger trees a chance to grow and mature quicker.

We are looking to use the money from the logging to help us pay for a well and septic on our property.

We are located in the Southern Tier of Western New York.  Anyone with any advice or info or recommendations?

Thanks!!

[tc-vt]

First, do use a forester to make a logging plan and get a contract.

Go to your county forester to get references for loggers and foresters in your area.  Pick them carefully and trust no one.  There is unfortunately a high number of unscrupulous loggers out there.

Tom

[peternap]

You usually get two thinning s 10 years apart and then clear cut.

Make sure you want to do this first. Loggers make a mess and compact the ground and yes use a forester but interview a couple before deciding on one.

You may want to look into using a logger that uses a horse team. It's a much better way.

ASK YOUR FORESTER EXACTLY WHAT HE WILL DO AND What it costs. THERE ARE A LOT OF LAZY FORESTERS OUT THERE.

[desdawg]

Here is a place to start your search
http://www.forestryforum.com/datasearch.html

[peternap]

Good link. Thanks!

[peteh2833]

peternap, Where are you located in southern New York?

[peternap]

peternap, Where are you located in southern New York?


Not even close...

Virginia

[John_M]

I am the one in Southern NY.  Franklinville area.