A forest property can become a real "mess" as natural debris accumulates when dead branches and needles fall, and trees become overcrowded through new growth. It's in your best interest to clean it up to keep the forest healthy, to prevent wildfire, and simply to improve your property.
If this is your first attempt at cleaning up, the task may appear to be a huge undertaking. Think of it as just the beginning of the trail. Start with the following steps, then plan reasonable goals to meet each year based on an overall
assessment of your property.
Step 1: Collect fallen debris, cut trunks and limbs into 6 feet or less lengths.
Step 2. Load debris into truck or trailer - TIE IT DOWN - a small branch dropped in the road can impale the tire of the next car behind you costing $$$$.
Pile your load full and high, but DO NOT allow branches to hang over the sides or ends.
Tie very securely to prevent slash from falling on the roads.
Step 3. Haul to the Slash-Mulch site
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A volunteer will greet you at the site entrance and direct you to the best location to unload.
The site volunteer will collect the $10.00 change and any donation to SAMCOM or Care & Share items when you enter.
The volunteer will also ask you to complete an Information Sheet (if you have not already done so).
The data collected on this form allows us to evaluate the program, and identify volunteers.
