Let’s face it, we all want to be a little greener these days. Before we dive into the nitty-gritty of wielding a Stihl 034 AV for firewood cutting, let’s acknowledge…

It’s a beautiful wood, known for its tight grain and unique color, but working with it presents specific challenges. From dealing with its tendency to move during drying to selecting…

Imagine this: A once-overgrown patch of tulip poplar, choked with underbrush and posing a safety hazard, transformed into a neatly stacked pile of firewood, ready to warm homes through the…

Ever wrestled with rock-hard soil, trying to plant a sapling, and felt like you were fighting a losing battle against Mother Nature? I know I have. Digging holes for trees,…

Ah, the smell of freshly cut wood, the satisfying thud of a well-split log – there’s a primal satisfaction in working with wood. As a craftsman, I’ve always appreciated the…

Have you ever looked at a seemingly useless apple seed and wondered about its potential? We often toss them aside, never imagining they could play a role in wood processing….

Okay, buckle up, because we’re diving deep into the heart of a true legend – the Stihl 028 Super. And not just any 028 Super, but one that’s been given…

Let’s bust a common myth right off the bat: that any old wood, left to dry for a while, will make good firewood. It’s simply not true! The art of…

Stihl Chainsaw MS660 Guide: 5 Pro Tips for Efficient WoodcuttingThe Stihl MS660 is a legendary chainsaw, known for its power and reliability. But simply owning one doesn’t guarantee efficient woodcutting….

I’ll never forget the time I built my first pole shed. I was so eager to get started that I skipped a crucial step: properly treating the posts. Within a…