Key Takeaways: Five Signs to Watch Out ForBefore we get started, here’s a quick preview of what we’ll cover: Unusual Leaning: Assessing the angle and potential causes of a tree’s…

The trend is clear: more and more homeowners and small-scale woodworkers are turning to chainsaws for everything from basic yard maintenance to serious firewood preparation. But a dull chainsaw is…

I remember the frustration like it was yesterday. Fuel was in the tank, the chain was sharp, but it just wouldn’t go. After a bit of head-scratching and a few…

Are you a Missouri landowner sitting on a gold mine of timber, but unsure how to navigate the often-opaque world of timber buyers? I understand. I’ve spent years in the…

The scent of hickory smoke always takes me back. Back to my grandfather’s workshop, a place filled with the comforting aroma of sawdust and the rhythmic clang of hammer on…

Here’s a paradox for you: to reach for the sky, you sometimes need to cut back the trees. It seems counterintuitive, doesn’t it? But in the world of arboriculture, tree…

Introduction: Sharpening My Perspective on Square Grind ChainsawsAs a seasoned woodworker and someone who’s spent countless hours felling trees and processing wood, I’ve learned that a sharp chainsaw is not…

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve been asked that question: “Can a cord of wood fit in a pickup truck?” It seems simple enough, right? But then you…

Let’s upgrade your lifestyle, one perfectly processed log at a time! A well-maintained yard, a roaring fireplace, and efficient wood processing – these are the cornerstones of a comfortable and…

Trimming oak trees in Florida can be tricky. You’re dealing with a fast-growing species in a humid climate, which means overgrown branches, potential disease, and a whole lot of green…