I am wondering what I need to do in order to get certified in the state of Louisiana. I have moderate experience with felling and bucking timber. I also have some experience with climbing, but have only actually taken down approx 5-6 trees from the top down. Mostly for friends and or family favors... I really enjoy the work and from reading there is obviously good money in it. Also, looking for some gear recommendations. I have been climbing with a set of buckingham steel spurs, buckingham pinnacle style saddle, and a yale 3/4 steel core flipline....?? My uncle gave me a set of bashlin alum... spurs but they have pole gaffs and need new pads and straps.... would these be worth spending 150.00 on to get them back in climbing order? Any help and or advice would be greatly appreciated. Also, if anyone has any climbing tips.... I am always open to good sound advice. I have always kind of learned things hands on, but have found out that with tree work that can easily be life threatening!