It was a crisp autumn morning in the Pacific Northwest. The air, thick with the scent of pine and damp earth, hung heavy as I stood before a towering Douglas…

The crisp air bites at my cheeks, a sure sign that winter is creeping closer. And what does winter mean for many of us? Firewood. The lifeblood of warmth for…

Let’s get right to it! I’m going to give you a quick win right off the bat. Here’s the secret: There’s no single, easy answer to the question of how…

Let’s bust a myth right off the bat: all wood burns the same. That’s simply not true. As someone who’s spent years felling trees, milling lumber, and stacking cords of…

Stihl HP Ultra 2-Stroke Oil: Maximizing Woodcutting Efficiency and Minimizing Costs (5 Pro Tips)Many woodcutters believe that any 2-stroke oil will do the trick for their chainsaws. They think, “Oil…

Ever wondered if your firewood prep is truly setting your Old Mill wood stove up for success? I’ve spent countless hours in the woodlot, wrestling logs and coaxing the best…

Maximizing Your MS 230 Stihl: A Woodcutting Guide for Arborists (5 Pro Hacks)Before diving into the nitty-gritty of woodcutting techniques, let’s address something crucial that often gets overlooked: the long-term…

Do Epsom Salts Really Kill Tree Stumps? (5 Proven Woodkill Tips)Have you ever stared at a stubborn tree stump in your yard, wondering if there was a magical, easy solution…

If your chainsaw sputters more than it roars, a simple spark plug adapter kit could be the unsung hero you need.As a seasoned woodcutter, I’ve spent countless hours in the…

Let’s dive in.The Wood Processing and Firewood Industry: A Global PerspectiveBefore we get into the nitty-gritty of spark plugs, let’s take a moment to appreciate the broader context. Globally, the…