Reforestation: free or low-cost?

[Kracer]

Taken from the Maine Tree Club link

"Black Locust - Range within Maine:
Black locust is not a native to the state of Maine, but it is extensively planted. It is abundant in some localities and is found mostly near dwellings or on abandoned farmlands, where it often becomes naturalized. This tree is hardy in Zones 4-8. "

[gcberry]

We had black locust and they do get very big. Their large branches also splinter easily in inclement weather, so be careful not to plant too close to the house or where people walk.

[Kracer]

I set aside a small protected bit of ground to be my tree nursery for very small trees that probably would not survive being planted in their final location. Good place for seedlings and smaller trees.

Usually bring something home whenever I go bowhunting. Look for unusual trees or shrubs along fence lines or other favorite bird perches. Birds can also help with the planting.

Some trees grow by setting out suckers, like beech or ironwood/hornbeams, sassafras. Sometimes you can find these trees that began as seeds but most often you can cut a good sucker with a vertical branch that can be transplanted. Tougher to get started but many cuttings do take off.