If the tree you need to remove is not within 50 ft of the water, then don't worry about the point count that you have within 50 ft. If it is within 50 ft and you need to figure out the points for that one 50 ft segment, start by laying out the boundries of that segment. Once you know the boundries of the segment look at the trees that fall in that area. If you can identify 5 trees greater than 12" diameter in the segment, you've met the standard and can cut any other tree in the segment. The same can be said if you have 4 trees at 12" with 2 trees over 6", or 3 at 12" with 4 over 6". The idea is to define the limits of the area and pick out the tress you most want to keep. Identify trees that you want or may need until the sum total of the point values is 50. The rest can be removed. As bad as it may look on paper, it actually is pretty simple when you lay it out on site. If you need help call the Shoreland Program at (603) 271-2147.
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