Starting a Small Scale Logging Business: Can It Work?

Starting a Small Scale Logging Business: Can It Work?

For many in the industry, logging isn’t just a job—it’s a way of life. Those who were once in the industry and left often find themselves dreaming of sawdust and mountain air, longing to return. A great many more who have never lifted a saw find themselves drawn to the idea. But it isn’t all…

Felling Levers: The Underrated Forestry Tool You Need

Felling Levers: The Underrated Forestry Tool You Need

When it comes to forestry tools and felling tools in particular, we always hear about the usual suspects: felling wedges, chaps, and chainsaws (of course), but one of the most important tools to have in your arsenal is also the most neglected. That would be the felling lever. Felling levers have three main components :…

How Many Cords of Wood Can You Fell in a Day With a Chainsaw?
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How Many Cords of Wood Can You Fell in a Day With a Chainsaw?

If you are considering conducting your own timber harvest or perhaps assessing the feasibility of becoming energy independent and producing your own firewood, productivity is a key factor to consider. How many cords of wood can a single man fell in a day with a chainsaw? The question can vary considerably based on the conditions…