The crackling fire, the scent of woodsmoke, the comforting warmth radiating through the room – these are sensations that connect us to a tradition stretching back millennia. Think of our…

Imagine your trusty Stihl FS55R, a workhorse in your arsenal, sputtering and stalling just when you need it most.Frustrating, right?It happened to me last fall, right when I was knee-deep…

Don’t let a dirty chainsaw turn your woodcutting dreams into a nightmare!We’ve all been there – that moment when your trusty Stihl chainsaw starts sputtering, losing power, or just plain…

Would you rather spend a back-breaking year waiting for your Bitternut Hickory firewood to season, or learn some proven tips to cut that time down significantly?I’m guessing you chose the…

Let’s talk about turning raw logs into usable wood, specifically with a focus on techniques that can be adapted to smaller-scale operations – think stock tanks, small yards, and limited…

Innovation in wood processing and firewood preparation has come a long way.From the rudimentary axes of our ancestors to the sophisticated machinery we use today, the evolution has been remarkable.The…

I still remember the day I underestimated an ornamental pear.It wasn’t the tree itself that caused the issue, but the sheer volume of leaves it dropped each autumn onto my…

Aha!The unmistakable clang of a log splitter wedge shearing off its wings.I remember the first time it happened to me.I was knee-deep in a mountain of oak, feeling like a…

The scent of woodsmoke hangs in the crisp autumn air, a comforting aroma that signals the changing seasons and the satisfying work ahead.For me, it’s more than just a smell;…

As the days grow shorter and the leaves begin to turn, many of us are thinking about preparing for the colder months ahead.For some, that means stocking up on firewood.But…