TSI- Whatcha Cuttin'

[gjs4]

I am going to do some TSI (timber stand improvement) and some DBC (just came up with this- Deer Bedding Creation) in seOH. I have some not good for much species like Gum, Ironwood, Beech, Sycamore, and a bunch of Locust, Hickory, Cherry , mixed in with the Red, White and Black Oaks. The area is closed canopy, needs a cut to get some sunlight to the floor. I even have portions were the oaks (including Whites) are so dense that I will fell some because theyre choking each other out. I do want a healthy woods but my number one focus is bumping deer bedding and browse. I also know better than think 30ac of woods will be a retirement egg....so i rather have the hunting fun now.

Do you guys fell or hinge Locust, Hickory and Cherry species as part of your TSI? What others do you target (IE- Elm, Poplar...)?

 

[brock ratcliff]

I’ve not done any of the above. I’ve thought about doing it. Bush honeysuckle has kept me from doing it. We already have an issue and I’m quite certain opening the canopy on our places will only cause it to spread more aggressively. If you’re going to do it, I’d suggest a plan to deal with honeysuckle first.
@LonewolfNopack may have some thoughts to share on it.

 

[gjs4]

Oh yeah. BH is an issue. An Olive, Privet.....spice bush is almost welcomed in some spots. I plan to basil bark spray after season and cutting.