Real land clearance starts!

The neighbours have been doing a great job! In return for donating some of the wood that they chop I get free tree cutting. I hope to upload some pics of these fine folks soon.

My old friend from Tokyo, Jim Smith, came to visit and we spent some time clearing brush and grass. We also had some beers on the land after dinner. The first real opportunity I have had to enjoy the land. Wonderful sky views and we commented endlessly on the quality of the mountain air (possibly under the influence of the beer!).

Here are some pictures of earlier in the day clearing the land with Jim: