I've got some ash and started a frame for my wife's butcher block. However
the worms have eaten it worse than I knew before sawing and planing it. I
think it will add character if I can ever get all the 'worm dirt' removed.
Not sure what finish. I tried colonial maple, light oak, and fruit wood but
none really do it.

Any suggestions on worm dirt removal? I've been using an old dental pick and
pocket knife.