Can't get a tractor back there.

[alien77721]

My lease is split in 2 by a small creek. The back half which backs up to the river (probably the better half) is inaccessible to tractors and trucks. It's too thick to do anything with, but it would be awesome to put a stand and feeder back there. Any ideas on how to clear come of it without a shredder?

[Target-panic]

Slingblade

[Snakelover]

Chainsaw, pair of work gloves and a strong back!

[alien77721]

Oy. the answers I was afraid of!

[DorothyNotKeegan]

Re: Can't get a tractor back there.

I'd use a chainsaw or some type of cutting device to clear you a spot. I'd also look on google earth from an aerial view to possibly scout an area in which would benefit you the most. They always said hunting ain't east and neither is the setting up part either. Good luck!

[41Chevy]

DR Field and Brush Mowers - Tow-Behind Series

[Shake1]

Sounds like some dozer work is in order. I'm all too familiar with the gloves, chainsaw and limb cutters scenario. We just cleared a /5 mile path to a new feeder ourselves. Took quite a few hours for four of us to get it done.

[ccupit]

machete

[Tmag]

Find a spot where the bank is not real high and dig it down to make you a road through the creek.

[canny]

I would go in with a chainsaw and just cut some small walking paths through there. Then use a herbicide like Remedy and diesel to select trees and start spraying. Do this in small 1/4 acre areas and primarily around any mature oaks (dont spray the oaks) not only will allow you to set up in there once the trees are dead, but it will release your big oaks and allow them to maximize their acorn production.

[Bonesplitter]

I would go in with a chainsaw and just cut some small walking paths through there. Then use a herbicide like Remedy and diesel to select trees and start spraying. Do this in small 1/4 acre areas and primarily around any mature oaks (dont spray the oaks) not only will allow you to set up in there once the trees are dead, but it will release your big oaks and allow them to maximize their acorn production.

I like your way of thinking.

[phibob808]

I would go in with a chainsaw and just cut some small walking paths through there. Then use a herbicide like Remedy and diesel to select trees and start spraying. Do this in small 1/4 acre areas and primarily around any mature oaks (dont spray the oaks) not only will allow you to set up in there once the trees are dead, but it will release your big oaks and allow them to maximize their acorn production.

I like your way of thinking.

X2 This sounds like a well thought out deal. Canny, you must be a forestry major at SFA. With the acorns like they were last year, this could be the golden ticket!