Where the Red Fern Grows why is it so important to chop down the bog sycamore tree to get the raccoon?

Becaue his family was hungry. Raccoons are large animals that can feed a family of 5 for up to 10 weeks. Raccoon meat is high in protein and iron and can be easily grilled, baked, stewed, or boiled. Raccoons are nocturnal animals which means they hybernate in the spring and summer and come out during the fall and winter months.