When a Tree Falls in the Forest
| Ann Rafalko is Director of Online Content. |
While I cannot tell you whether or not a tree makes a sound when it falls in the forest and no one is around, I can tell you that when a tree falls in the Forest at The New York Botanical Garden, we tend to find a good use for it. Case in point the beauty below, which was felled by one of this past summer’s violent storms.
While fallen trees are an important part of a forest’s ecosystem, they can also be an important part of the enjoyment of the place. Especially when they’re made into a beautiful bench by Bien Hecho for Garden visitors to rest upon.
Check out the great photo essay by Garden photographer Ivo M. Vermeulen below.
A framework is attached to the log to act as a guide for the chainsaws.
The chainsaws are maneuvered into place.
Cutting begins.
Working their way through the log.
Closeup of the framework and bark.
Removing the framework.
Checking the surface.
Flipping the log so the other side can be cut.
Nearly there.
Finishing up the second side.
Removing the cut section.
The finished bench will soon call the Garden’s Native Forest home.
Great project. This should also happen with some of the trees that were felled in Prospect Park. I hope they are put to good use. Great photos, too.
Can’t wait to rest my legs while sitting on that bench! Bien hecho!
Well done. Well made.
What an excellent idea. Nice work John!
i work at aburi botanic garden and i think this is grate i will apply that at the garden i work also.could we share information on other feature of garedn maintenance