Property Line Clearing for Horse Fencing: Working With Your Land's Natural Features

Double B Excavations & Grade LLC

BALANCING ACCESS AND NATURAL BEAUTY

When people think about land clearing, they often picture taking everything down to bare earth.

But that's not always the best approach. We're currently working on a property that some might call a "jungle" - thick with vegetation and full of natural growth.

But here's the thing: our clients don't want to strip it all away.

They want to create space for horses while keeping the natural character of their land intact.

This kind of selective clearing takes more thought and planning than just running through with equipment and taking everything down.

It's about working with what you've got, finding natural paths, and only removing what's necessary.

This approach not only saves time and money - it preserves the features that made the property special in the first place.

Let me walk you through how we handle a project like this. First thing we do is walk the property, really looking at what we've got to work with. Instead of just drawing a straight line on a map and forcing our way through, we're looking for natural openings and paths that already exist.



Today was a perfect example of this approach. We started clearing in one direction but then spotted a natural clearing that made more sense. So we adjusted our plan. By going straight through this opening, we created an easier path for the fence installers to work with, and we didn't have to remove as many trees. This kind of flexibility saves time, money, and natural growth - it's a win all around.

You might think rain would shut down a land clearing job, but here's something interesting: all this vegetation actually helps us keep working. The thick canopy above acts like a natural umbrella, letting us stay productive even in wet conditions. This is the kind of thing you learn from experience - sometimes what looks like a challenge can actually work in your favor.

The key is having the right equipment and knowing how to use it in these conditions. We're not just pushing through blindly - we're reading the land, watching how water flows, and making sure our work today won't cause problems tomorrow. When you're dealing with horse property, drainage becomes extra important. The last thing you want is to create areas where water pools up in their pasture.

When you're preparing land for horses, there are some specific things you need to think about. The fence installers need enough room to work, but they don't need a completely cleared field. We're creating paths that are wide enough for their equipment and materials, while making sure the finished fence line will be easy to maintain in the future.

The key is thinking long-term. Sure, we could clear more space, but that would just mean more maintenance down the road. By keeping natural features where they make sense, we're helping create a property that will be easier and less expensive to maintain over time.