A cleared, unpaved trail through a cutblock where skidders or tractors drag logs from the stump to the central processing area. Drag paths are planned carefully to minimize soil compaction, avoid water crossings, and reduce damage to residual standing trees.
Heard on the job
Keep the grapple skidder on the main drag path so we don't tear up the regeneration.
Also heard as
- skid trail
Related terms
Skid road
A rough, temporary trail used by heavy equipment to drag felled logs from the stump to the landing.
Skidding
The process of dragging felled trees or logs from the cutting area to a central landing.
Cutblock
A specific, mapped area of forest designated for timber harvesting.
Snig
The process of dragging a felled log along the ground using a chain or cable attached to one end.