Originally Posted By: dougwalkabout
I'd like to hear more about the work you're doing, bsmith. Sounds interesting ... and worthwhile.

And regarding transportation: if the terrain isn't too rough, or the deadfall too thick, maybe something like a wheelbarrow with an oversized bicycle wheel? Or a bicycle rigged for cargo instead of riding? Just a notion.

>> certain areas of our national forests, by law, are designated wilderness. many things and activities are prohibited, chainsaws being one. so when a tree has fallen across a trail, or is a hazard, a hand crew needs to go in and remove the portion of the tree that's blocking the trail or take down the hazard tree. in our area that work is done by volunteers. the volunteers need to be certified-by-the-forest-service sawyers. class 'b' can work on any fallen tree < 24" in diameter. we typically use two-man, 6 foot or more, saws. think 1800s saws.

>> no wheeled vehicles. wheelchairs are the only exception.
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