A state forester shared tips on where and how to cut a Christmas tree in Southcentral Alaska, and how to make it last.

When you are using a chain saw and cutting a tree, safety is the most important thing. One of the most common reasons for tree removal is not having safety gear when cutting down a tree. You can use ...

The USDA Forest Service sells Christmas Tree permits through Recreation.gov. Prices range from $5 to $20, depending on the location of the forest. To buy your permit in advance and find your local ...

Arizona residents can cut their own Christmas trees in national forests with a permit from the U.S. Forest Service. Permits cost $15 and are available for purchase online or at ranger stations for ...

Cutting down a tree is one of those jobs that seems simple until you’re standing at the base of a 40-foot oak with a rope, a chainsaw and no idea what to do next. Whether your tree is leaning a little ...

Finding a Christmas tree to cut down has been tricky lately, thanks to hot, dry weather as well as more people wanting a holiday experience. Last year, a few farms closed for the season to give trees ...