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Oak is tricky because there are so many variations. However the piece you indicated might have some crazy grain patterns. Splitting it with some steel wedges and a sledge might be another option if...

That sounds to me like I better get the cherry in my yard cut up befor it is 90% junk too. At least you got some and hopefully the pieces are big enough for some projects. I do not need any...

I would use the chain saw if that is an option. It can have a bit of salt to it and still be solid enough to work with. I have not really done much in the way of stabilizing. I have seen...

Start chipping off the rotten part and work with what is left.