I have been watching the burls on this tree grow for years now. It was located about half a mile from my home. The lot it stood on is being excavated to make faculty apartments for WCU. I made a deal with the guys excavating the lot to get this boxelder tree when they took it down. It cost me 3 turkey calls so I'm very happy. The flame red goes almost to the bark from end to end on this tree. There are two nice looking burls and several that might be usable. Should prove to keep me busy for the winter months for sure.
Jack Mincey