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Small diameter thinnings are generally defined as logs that are six inches or less in diameter as well as large branches. Material that could be available from forest thinning operations with sufficient demand:
Material with narrow growth rings (slow grown and more dimensionally stable) is generally available.
Species that would be readily available, but would vary by location, would include true firs, Douglas-fir, ponderosa pine, and lodgepole pine.
Poles turned to a cyclinder (bark and taper removed) up to 6 inches in diameter.
Logs or poles with a hand peeled appearance (created with a drawknife).
Logs or poles split or quartered lengthwise.
Any of the above with some form of preservative treatment.
Standard lumber items can be included as a component of the design.
Designs should fit a suburban setting.

Photo credits: Top photo by Yakima Indian Nation, Center photo by D. Peterson, Below by USFS PNW Research Station.