Hardwoods 'dry' at approximately 1" per year in CA. So a 4"thick board will be more or less 'seasoned' in 4 years. How its stacked during this time is critical.You want equal airflow over all surfaces. ideally, you are looking for 6-8% moisture content when done.
This process is not set in stone. Its more of an art.
I've spent the last 20 years in the wood business. How wood is dried makes it or breaks it.
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