Winter Deadfall, Missoula, Montana

If a tree fell in the forest but no one was around to hear it fall, would future firewood foragers even consider this?

'Tis the season for skating and sledding parties, with bonfires and cocoa. But if your calendar is bare of such events, think cozy thoughts and enjoy a good book. Or go to a hockey game. Pretty much the same, natch!

Who Are the Trees in Your Neighborhood?

There are some amazing old trees in my neighborhood.  The town of Hamilton was built pretty much at the behest of copper magnate Marcus Daly; thanks to early planning, visitors & residents can stroll in the shade on a hot summer day.