jb wrote:
I would like to use some time during the cold months to do some pruning
as time is available. I live in central Indiana. Is there any problem
with this?

If it were me I'd wait until late winter/early spring. That's when the
tree/shrub will be starting to grow again and will be able to heal the
cuts. I suggest asking the folks in Rec.Gardens before doing any
cutting. If possible tell them what species of tree or shrub. But, I
always wait until early spring before doing any prunning.

-Felder