It's safe,.assuming the tree's fat enough to hold the hammock without
causing breakage to the trunk or branch. What is UNsafe is wrapping any sort
of rope or wire around a tree. Eventually, it will girdle (slice into) the
bark and work its way into the channels which carry fluids through the tree.

"Annie M." wrote in message
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Wondering if it is truth or rumor that if you screw an eye hook into a
tree to
support a hammock that the tree will eventually die because of the metal?

We bought a house with this scenario and wonder if something needs to be
done
to remedy this (if possible), or if it safe enough.

Thanks!