I've been burning wood again now for about 3 years, and I've focused entirely on hardwoods. The property that I cut on was logged this last year, and there are LOTS of good firewood laying on the ground waiting for me. I already had next winter covered, and now with just a few more trips I'll have plenty of oak and hard maple for the following year. With that said, I've thought about cutting one or two loads of some tulip poplar for use in November and March. There are several that have been knocked down by the skidder, or cut down to make room. They are about 6"~8" in diameter, and I wouldn't split anythign smaller than 8". If I cut it and stack it now, how long would it take to dry out enough to burn half way decent in my wood furnace? I generally buck my firewood about 23" long. It would be stacked in a shaded area (I know not the best for quick drying), and I'd have a tarp over the top of the stack to help keep the rain off. Would soft maple be any faster? I've never dealt with either one. If it would be ready to go by this winter, I'll go ahead and cut a few loads. Otherwise, I'll cut it up this winter when it's more comfortable outside
Thanks
Mark
Thanks
Mark