Assess and Plan Tree Felling

What happens here

Examine the tree carefully to determine its felling direction, considering its lean, any surrounding obstacles (trucks, fences), and prevailing wind direction. For this large white oak tree, which measures approximately 4 feet in diameter and 14 feet in circumference, the plan is to notch it on one side and fell it in the direction the wind is blowing. The creator measures the circumference and visually inspects the tree's health and lean. Moving cows out of the pasture before starting tree felling is an important safety step, as they can interfere or be injured.

Goal: Determine the safe and desired felling direction for the tree