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So As I read this thread something came to mind. Hemlocks don't live forever. As far as evergreens go they are a beautiful looking try especially in the winter. However they are a species that don't live forever. I have a few on my property that I am considering taking down. Not because there sick, or old... but because they have lived there course. they are no longer growing with any vigor. I have new growth coming up in the vicinity, and removing the older trees will allow the younger ones a chance to grow.

Now of course I have kept my lot fairly wooded. I realize some people have not. But one of the reasons I do, is because, trees have a life cycle.... the forest has a life cycle. It is very interesting to watch.

Besides with all the new rules in place, as I keep the new trees growing and selectively harvest the older ones when it is time for them to go. I don't get complaints, when go to get them removed. As I was told the last time... it to bad more people haven't kept more trees on there lots so that harvesting a tree once every two or three years isn't a big deal.