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How to Choose the Right Trees to Mill from Your Property
Learn how to choose the right trees to mill from your property. Discover which species, sizes, and conditions make the best lumber — and how to mill sustainably with a portable sawmill.
Jason Smith
53 minutes ago7 min read
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From Log to Board: The Portable Sawmilling Process
Follow the journey of a log as it’s milled, stacked, and transformed into something lasting—all right where it grew
Jason Smith
Oct 193 min read
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Turning Ash Trees into Opportunity: Making the Most of a Local Resource
Ash trees across Middle Tennessee are coming down due to the Emerald Ash Borer, but that doesn’t mean the wood has to go to waste. Learn how to turn these fallen giants into strong, beautiful lumber for your next project.
Jason Smith
Oct 53 min read
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DIY Sustainable Building: 5 Simple Projects with Locally Milled Wood
Here are 5 simple weekend projects you can complete using rough-sawn lumber from your land — raised beds, benches, firewood racks, and more. Perfect for homesteaders, DIYers, and anyone wanting to live closer to the land.
Jason Smith
Sep 222 min read
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