I did a quick search, that one fits the bill too. I’m going to check Tractor Supply, maybe they have it too? One search said discontinued.
Scrounging Firewood (and other stuff)
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Very well said Joe.
I agree with Joe, and it is not just doing tree work. As soon as I hear a crack, I run first and look later. And, if I'm taking down any tree near a road, wires or structure, I tie it, you can not predict a wind gust, and they can really move a tree. In the woods, when it is not critical, I'll use wedges for felling.
My cousin's best friend is paralyzed for life. Was felling an Elm tree and a large branch from the tree next to it came down and hit him. It happens that fast. This was a guy who grew up on the farm and had done this a million times.
I was hunting in the Adirondacks a decade or two ago (Thirteenth Lake Area), it was a calm day, I did not hear it break … a large Red Oak limb hit the ground 30' away from me … the ground shook, and I never heard it coming. That was very scary! I was not on any trail, just out in the woods, and likely no one would have found me for quite a while.
I have also left tree stands when it gets too windy. Does not matter if it is the tree you are in, or one near it that goes down, you are a sitting duck up there!
Be safe every one, and learn how to react. Also, always get back from the base of the tree you are felling as soon as you see it starting to go. I generally know by watching the back cut, and I ALWAYS wear a helmet when felling.
My cousin's best friend is paralyzed for life. Was felling an Elm tree and a large branch from the tree next to it came down and hit him. It happens that fast. This was a guy who grew up on the farm and had done this a million times.
I was hunting in the Adirondacks a decade or two ago (Thirteenth Lake Area), it was a calm day, I did not hear it break … a large Red Oak limb hit the ground 30' away from me … the ground shook, and I never heard it coming. That was very scary! I was not on any trail, just out in the woods, and likely no one would have found me for quite a while.
I have also left tree stands when it gets too windy. Does not matter if it is the tree you are in, or one near it that goes down, you are a sitting duck up there!
Be safe every one, and learn how to react. Also, always get back from the base of the tree you are felling as soon as you see it starting to go. I generally know by watching the back cut, and I ALWAYS wear a helmet when felling.
Good advice. I look at it as a risk vs reward assessment. It this tree takes out the power lines, how much did my free wood cost? I am a DIY jack-off-of-all-trades guy for sure but always look at what can go wrong and know when to call in the pro's and put the aces in their places I am a true scrounger and not a pro. Plenty of free wood laying on the ground. Lol.
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Just about done with the porch roof. A little caulk and dab some paint on the new wood. Still have another entry for the cellar to do...
Looks good six. Painting sux.Just about done with the porch roof. A little caulk and dab some paint on the new wood. Still have another entry for the cellar to do...
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Neighbors house this afternoon. This tree lost a stem this size in the wind storm that busted up my trees. That one went into there neighbors yard. This one went on the corner of the house. The one that's still standing is leaning hard over the house.
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That sux! Got rid of all the real close trees here. Still a few questionably close but all the maples had to go. They were all too risky for me had a local pro stop by on his way home. Bucket for him and lined the biggest branches down. Well worth the money.
Nice work.Just about done with the porch roof. A little caulk and dab some paint on the new wood. Still have another entry for the cellar to do...
Good you were able to get it done before the heat set in
.I'm doing a good sized roof this summer, I hope I can catch it right and not be up there in the 80-90 degree weather, but I will say that's better for doing roofs than 60-70 degrees with rain
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Wow, you guys have had a lot of trees go down this year.
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Saw this today and thought of my favorite uncle. How’s Thursday work for you?
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We had a few glimpses of 90° that was enough summer! Glad for the cool down this week!Nice work.
Good you were able to get it done before the heat set in
I'm doing a good sized roof this summer, I hope I can catch it right and not be up there in the 80-90 degree weather, but I will say that's better for doing roofs than 60-70 degrees with rain
We had a couple days into the 80's, one was over a month ago, took everyone by surprise.
It was great here yesterday, I even put on a hoodie to go out fishing last night.
This morning was nice too in the low 50's, but it warmed up pretty quick and I had to turn the ac on, it's back down to 72 now so I'll be able to turn the ac off in a few. I don't enjoy the heat, what's funny is it seems I usually have my biggest days on the hottest days of the yr
. Oh well, gotta take them as they come.
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Backyard, not sure of you seen my thread from awhile ago. Stuff like this makes us all think a bit. I still haven't been back cutting in that area yet.
https://www.arboristsite.com/community/threads/what-goes-up-will-come-down.317309/#post-6460987
https://www.arboristsite.com/community/threads/what-goes-up-will-come-down.317309/#post-6460987
So, is that Trans Am running and road ready yet, or are we still all just talk???
Took my Grandson to Scouts tonight, and on the way home I taught him how to row through the gears (from the passenger seat) as I drove!
They gotta learn sometime!
Took my Grandson to Scouts tonight, and on the way home I taught him how to row through the gears (from the passenger seat) as I drove!
They gotta learn sometime!
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Atleast they got the WS6 right. Best looking F body since the originals. Hasn't been a good looking camaro in decades. Dont think the new mustang's are that good looking either. Sad that Pontiac wasn't around for the 5th gen cars I bet they would have gotten the look right.
Mike, that brought back old memories of high school! My buddy had a 65 Belvedere, 361 Commando, 4 speed, and I had a 65 Dart GT 273 Commando, 4 speed. We learned how to shift from the passenger seat so the driver could hold onto his beer, no cup holders back then.
The new Mustang GT's are rally nice from a performance/handling standpoint, but they have lost some of that Retro look my 2006 GT has, and luckily mine is far from stock.
Eagle Crank, Rods and Pistons (now 4.9 Ltr), Whipple Intercooled SC, Magnaflow Cats, JBA Mufflers
Steeda: Suspension, Adj Panhard Bar, 18X9.5 Wheels (w/Nitto Rubber), Clutch and Drilled/Slotted Front Rotors
Griggs Racing: Adj Lower Control Arms, Torque Arm and Pumpkin Cover
MGW Shifter
Basically, I'm all set!!! About the only things the new Mustangs have on me is improved ride quality (my ride is a little stiff, but she handles great) and aerodynamics (Highway speeds can reduce the mileage).
Fixed for accuracy Mike.
Steve, I've been cutting some Mulberry recently in two different locations, and I'm becoming very impressed with it, but I have a question for you.
It seems to have a lot of the same characteristics as Black Locust … is it as resistant to rot as Black Locust?
It seems to have a lot of the same characteristics as Black Locust … is it as resistant to rot as Black Locust?
