The trail is Secrest is partially blocked. A few branches were cleared so the path was usable, but was not a permanent situation.
Going over again with some equipment, I was able to start gradually removing branches from the end, working toward the trunk.
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This is a good sized tree for sure! The chainsaw has a 20″ bar, and after the top limbs were removed, the saw would not cut clear through. It had to be done from both sides.
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Those bigger pieces are to much for my tired old back. Think I will call it a day. Maybe go home and ponder my next moves.