May 19, 2026
In this article, I’m going to explain everything you need to know about felling wedges and why they are important in your chainsaw inventory of tools. The felling wedge might look like a simple tool of humble importance, but in actuality, it might be the difference between success and a terrible accident while felling a […]
February 12, 2026
This is an excellent time of the year to fell trees in your woods. It is cool enough to be comfortable, but not so cold that you would rather sit by a fire inside the house. However, using a chainsaw can be dangerous, and we covered chainsaw use previously in the CU in the Woods […]
February 11, 2026
Most forest landowners and agricultural producers, as well as many homeowners, own a chainsaw for use on their property. Chainsaws can make quick work of clearing land, removing downed trees or limbs, and cutting firewood. However, chainsaws are inherently dangerous tools, and when injuries occur, they can be very severe and even fatal. The improper […]
January 8, 2024
In the first part of this series on chainsaw safety, Patrick Hiesl talked about the safety features of modern chainsaws (https://blogs.clemson.edu/fnr/2023/09/05/the-safety-features-of-a-modern-chainsaw/). Now, we are telling you about the personal protective equipment available to protect you from most major injuries. For chainsaw users, Personal Protective Equipment, or PPE, includes leg, foot, eye, hearing, face, and hand […]
September 5, 2023
Now that the outside temperatures are cooling down, it is a great time to start working on cutting some firewood for next year or cleaning up some of those trees that the summer storms knocked over. Many of you have probably used chainsaws for years or decades and are well-versed in the use of them. […]
