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Branson Landing Log Preparation and Staging Photos
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Before the logs are milled using the two-main chain saw mill the ends are trimmed and sealed to minimize end checking of the slabs. The logs are then staged in a milling area which is easily accessed with the fork lift. Once the log is set in place in the proper orientation for milling, layout for the sawing process is completed. A straight 2 x 12 or other straight guide is secured to the top of the log to make the first leveling cut. Each successive cut is made using this first leveling cut, so it is imperative that it is as straight as possible. Milling slabs using a two-man chain saw is a slow process. To see a photo of the two-man chain saw mill in action read the September 28, 2004, Springfield News Leader article; Crafting a Slab of Branson's History. Below are photos of log preparation and the staging area including the information pavilion adjacent to the milling area. |
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| Rick is trimming the end of an oak log so that it can be sealed. | This is the log staging area located along the Highway 86 frontage. |
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| An example of a cross section stab in our information pavilion. Stihl is our sponsor for Creating New Life from Salvaged Old Growth Timbers. Visitors can pick up literature and read articles about the Branson Landing Logs, as well as, see how the milling process is completed at our pavilion. Catalogs are available for Stihl power products upon request. | A sycamore log in the staging area with a couple of slabs already cut and placed back on the log. The slabs have been set back on the log to keep the flat top surface from weathering and checking until the milling of the log can be completed. The blue substance on the end of the log is the sealer that is applied to reduce end checking. |
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