rounds.. how to store until Feb

[Stevebass4]

i have about two cord of rounds that i cut (and another 3 cord of log length that i am working on) BUT i wont have a splitter until Feb (year end bonus)

right now they are cut to size and tossed into a big pile on the ground -



do i need to stack them on pallets and cover them - twice the work as i will split and then re-stack on the pallets

should i toss a big tarp over the pile

are they fine where they stand

if it makes any difference – this is all hardwood – ie red oak and such

Thanks for your advice

 

[chad3]

Nah,
From now till then let them sit.
They'll still be alright to split then.

 

[bren582]

As longs as the ground the pile sits on is high enough to remain dry after a rain you should be OK.. If water pools in the area or even if the soil remains wet for long periods after a rain you may loose some of the ground contact stuff depending on the type of wood. At least that has been my experience.