"How did you get into tree work?"
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- čas přidán 30. 06. 2024
- This is a personal video of me explaining how I ended up working as a lumberjack (lumberjill/lumberjane) and an arborist.
The one question I get the most is how did I get into doing tree work and working with chainsaws.. this is how.
Hey I’m 22 and from Australia. My family has run a tree removal business since the 70s and I’m the first girl to ever work with them full time. Started out just feeding the chipper, then onto sawing up, then onto ropes and now I’ve just bought my own climbing gear (starting off slow, but I’m keen). Pretty encouraging to see another woman doing the same thing, good know they’re out there somewhere
That's awesome! Best of luck on your climbing adventure.
There are FB groups like "women in trees" you can join to connect with a lot of female tree workers.
Wow this really touched my heart. When one door closes another one opens. I’m glad God is watching out for you.
Thank you
You’re An Awesome Person. Adversity Makes You Stronger.
Your life proves that you should follow your heart. It takes a strong person to give up their own life to care for another but it's something you'll never regret.You still retain your photography skills too. Keep following your heart and keep learning.
So brave of you to open up and share all your experiences, heart break and finding strength in adverse times. You bring joy and pleasure to all who view your content as well as really helpful information to those in the industry. I never knew you were a mother also! Your kids must be so proud of having a cool Mum who climbs trees, hardly a boring office job. Wishing you all best. Your Mum and Dad would be so proud of you 🥰❤🌈🌍🌳🌲✅😊 thanks for being awesome!!!!
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It's so sad to see the sadness in her eyes. Thank you so much for this video. Thank you for all you do and keep going. Stay strong God bless 👍👍
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Forest energy is so powerful.
Love to see your smile now!!!
I know how it feels to lose both parents. When you enjoy your work it's not a bad day. Thanks for sharing your story. Take care and have a blessed weekend and be careful working. Looking forward to your next video.
You are a true inspiration, keep pushing forward. You have done extremely well!!!
Much appreciated thank you
Super great job on your autobiography F.L.J. Stay strong you've come a long ways and your kids if not just yet, will be very proud of you as they become of age.Thank you STAY STRONG, your parents are smiling ...🌹🥾
Hello from Kansas, USA. Congratulations on the two kids. They are wonderful. I have 6 and now 7 grandkids, the first of which is now getting married herself. So sorry to hear about your folks, colon cancer is a rough way to go. My first wife passed with an extremely aggressive cancer, and it is not pretty. Stay safe.
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"I did when I was a kid ... but that was a long time ago ..." seems to be the story of so many of us 'older' kids
Oh Flex, you really don't look old enough to have run your own business, had two children, tragically lost both your parents, been depressed and re-trained in a new career, where you also teach old hands new tricks! Wow amazing, but of course so sad and hard for you. Thank you for explaining & for all you do to entertain and educate us. Really appreciate and I'm sure your children are proud of you (or will when they are old enough !).
Thank you so very much
Sorry for your loss and as far as the kids are concerned they can say they have a cool mom that is a female lumberjack. Good luck young lady and be safe.
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Now I know why that beautiful smile. I am honored to know u and have the upmost respect u now have a fan for life. I love everything I've seen and well keep watching till I'm caught up to now. Keep on being you!!❤❤
So sorry about your parents! Amazing you sharing your life with us. Such an awesome career! Love it! Keep up the great work!
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You should be extremely proud to have the grit to overcome that tragedy, look after your children, and Mom, and then forge ahead into a new path in life. Well done.
I found your videos because I discovered the joy of chainsaws a year or so ago when I broke down and bought one for the cottage I aquired (which is a remote properrt and heated by wood-stove).
I'm in software so sit behind a desk 5 days of the week, but I just love getting into the woods and running a saw for a few hours. I wish I could do it more. I've always enjoyed working with my hands.
I hope you keep posting, I enjoy seeing your updates!
Nothing like hard labor to wear you out but make you feel alive. It’s definitely one of the reasons I love to wood
That was a touching story.....I lost my mum with cancer in 2001 and my dad with heart disease in 2004...I kept on thinking my mum and dad would want me to move on ......and I started my landscape gardening business and love it.....so I always think my parents are watching me and makes me happy..
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss!
Happy to hear you too found something that makes you happy
Such a sad and touching story. I’m glad your happy and live your job. You can tell be the great smile and dimples while telling your story.
Your kids should be proud of you.
Sorry for your loss.
Sorry for you loss Glad you found something you enjoy, power saws rock... North Carolina...
Thanks
This is a very touching story! Trust me your mom and dad are in heaven smiling down on you and your beautiful family! You are a definitely a inspiration to us all!
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Wow! You found a path… the best path
I knew you had a tremendous amount of experience in life to have chosen this self project
It takes courage and a state of mind to get yourself going again. Using the chances provided is another thing. One is blessed I think in 2 ways. Character and that chance coming by; Werther it is by help from friends or coincidence. Your parents might not have been that technical but surely raised you with backbone. The point of not wanting to go any more I am sure a lot of us meet. Raising from the ashes is quite something and trust me, I know. Pass on the blessing, and be good for the trees ;) Kudos!
Thank you very much
Great speaker and orator! Calm, gentle and kind soul. Thank you for the uplifting family story of your life.
This is very interesting , I’m too old to climb trees (64) but I have several chain saws , I’m trying to start a side bundle wood business, I’m a machinist by trade , but I’ve found your utube channel very informative & helpful , I work on my saws myself , I’m also partial to stihl , but Thankyou for sharing your life w/ us , May God Bless, I am now a subscriber
Hey Félix, sorry for your loss. Yes, tree work has always fascinated me as well. Wishing I had got focused and became professional. But now I dable. Thank you for your videos and being real.
Oh girl, I’m so sorry about your folks. You only get one set of parents! I’m so glad you found your way through all the grief.
YOU NEED TO GET REGULAR CHECK UPS WITH YOUR DOCTOR!
I wish the best for you and your children.
We are behind you out here!
I definitely enjoy your videos
Indiana Jones
Very heart felt history Tree Girl. Glad God opened up a desire in yourself to move forward. Even though our loved ones are never forgotten.
Cutting trees takes a passion. IMHO
Sounds as if you have that passion. Be safe. Keep up the great videos.
Thank you for sharing enjoy hearing your story....makes me feel like I don't have anything to bit h around....god bless and may continue to be blessed....Shoe in Oregon...USA
Thank you for sharing a part of your life. Beautiful story
May you always find joy and happiness in tree work. Blessings
This really touched my heart!
Amazing woman and for the sad and hard times wish you a big hug
Thanks
God Bless your Parents ,they raised a great child with all the right decisions !
I really really love that you shared your story ❤
Thank you!! 💯 everything you said about hard work outside and learning!! You rock!
Thank you so much
I really like your saw review vids. Thanks for taking the time to do so.
Love this video. You turned such tragic events into an opportunity to do something you truly enjoy! You are setting such a great example for your own kids!!
I am very sorry for your loss. I lost my dad 13 years ago and it was devastating! I am glad you have found happiness in your career and family. I wish you only God's Blessings.
Semper Fidelis
Bruce.
Thank you. I'm sorry for your loss
I got a lift with someone starting a new tree company when I was hitchhiking. He had a couple of nice dogs and said he could use a labourer.
Years later I like climbing trees and am ok at it. I honestly don't know what I would be doing otherwise.
I lost both my parents due to illness. It’s an empty space that will always be there. But dropping a camera and picking up a chainsaw, I would have never saw that exchange. I enjoy your videos and glad you found something that you enjoy doing.
I know exactly what you mean. My condolences
No Jack, No Jill. An impressive Arborist who deserves recognition from all in the profession and beyond.
Thank you
Beautiful story
I am 75 been using chainsaws since a kid with my dad. I still love it i have a 041 I bought new back in the 70’s added a 461 then 241. Great saws
Your story is really touching and inspirational. I'm so glad that I found your channel. Wishing you all the very best. Keep going ❤️❤️❤️
Been there so very sorry. It’s great to find something to pull out of depressing. Situation. Thanks for videos
Your parents are surely smiling upon you; thank you for sharing. Life, it seems; is always about the curve. ✌🏾🇨🇦
Thank you
That was a very touching video, and it looked like you had a difficult time getting through parts of it. I would have too. So sorry to hear about your mom and dad,I've lost my dad also and that even shook me pretty hard, life feels different after. Thank you for opening your heart like you did, to me that just makes you a real person to me, not just a pretty face on CZcams now. Stay strong and hug your kids often as they are precious and need their wonderful mom! Huge hugs❤️ from western 🇨🇦
Brutally frank, open and honest! Not many people can share their pain and be that open. Glad you have found
new joy in life! Your parents would be proud.
I'm a pro gardener but in winter help out my tree surgeon friend. It is enjoyable and physically rewarding! However, its very demanding. Not for all. Enjoying your videos. Going to buy an 026 i think? Can't get parts for my Solo😟 anymore!
Couldn't justify buying a new 261 etc.
Have a great 2021.
Outstanding to hear your story. Thank you
Enjoy your videos; was looking for stihl chainsaw maintenance and really learned a lot. We just had an old tree that fell down on our property. Thank god it just missed our house. Nice job on the great content.
In all my years of watching CZcams I’ve never posted a comment. I just came across your channel this morning. And for some reason you definitely resonated with me. Then I watch this and wow! I myself is in a transition point super encouraging to see how you dove into a totally different area And made it happen. And encouraging to me to start my own channel you just never know what material might touch people🙌
I'm happy for you getting off the couch, And good for you deciding to move on with your life and finding joy. I love the woods. I wish you and your children well!
The sun is shining beautifully in your neck of the woods there, leaves rustling, you look very well, nice hoodie, very cool video!
Such a heart warming story..god bless you.😍
Sorry for your loss and glad you found a new spark in life. Love your videos and I know how you feel doing this work I've been doing trees since 1985 and still love it. Keep those videos coming
Thank you
Thanks for sharing your story. Be safe and God Bless! Bruce B.
Well said sorry for your loss , But I am happy for you and where the forest has taken you , just keep the smile alive. Cheers Bob
Wow outstanding positive vibes!!!!
Very touching video! You are a great person 😊
I think you could be talented at anything you try! So beautiful so sweet!
I apprecieate you telling your story. I am very sorry for your loss. That is devastating hearing you lost your parents that you had a good relationship with. I truly hope that you are doing well and moving on with life. It wpuld be neat if you put in some pics from the tops of trees that you work in, im sure the view of some of them are amazing! Take care from the other side of the pond.
Great story,shows how someone can keep going after hitting hurdles ,and changing ones life day after day,god bless!keep up great videos
So sorry for your loss. Thanks you for sharing your story, hopefully it will help others who are in similar situations to get out and find their passion. There is nothing like learning something new everyday combined with hard physical work to give you a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction.
Thank you!
Excellent video. Glad to know about you. Not an easy life, but you got throught it & found something you love to do, because of it. Good for you and your kids!
I just watched this video you recommended it to me on Instagram I can see you this video was hard for you to make and very heartfelt thank you for putting your heart into this and doing what you love and keep up the good work and I hope your children are happy healthy and safe
Thank you so much for sharing your story. You have come a long way. Enjoy your product reviews and excellent informational video. Again, thank you.
Thank you 😊
You are a strong person. Several would have crashed for good after loosing their parents and business...its like loosing all your references and reason to live. Fortunately you have two little kids to care for and be a model to and now a new career. And being outside in the woods every day is a blessing. It is good for the body and the soul. Your doing a great job! Thanks for sharing...I know the feeing of loosing your parents too young! Keep smiling they would be so proud.
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My condolences for your losses, you have a lot of grit hanging in there taking care of your kids and sacrificing your time for your mum. I also found my smile again becoming an arborist after a few hard years in my life. I always love watching your videos, so well done and informative! Stay safe out there and keep up the good work you're awesome!
Thank you 🤗
Wow. Beautiful story. And told very well. Thank you for sharing.
Wow very touching and open. Tree work and holding a chainsaw is the best therapy I've ever had.
I just stumbled upon your channel and this video truly touched me. For someone so young to experience such heartache at the same time as welcoming two new and beautiful lives into the world is beyond cruel. I wish you and your growing family the happiest of holidays and success in the new year. Please be well.
Thank you
When you love your job...
It's like breathing fresh air everytime!!!
Success is written all over your face!!!
I do logging and sawmilling on smaller scale in QC. Canada.
You have to love it to stay in it!!!
Best of luck to you and your family!
Großartig wie du das alles geschafft hast! Die Freude am Leben wieder zu haben ! Die Arbeiten im Wald oder an Bäumen teile ich mit dir! Ich wünsche dir das du diese Freude immer behältst und vor allem viel Glück! !
Wow.. That must have been one hell of a ride to hang on to. I love your videos. Thank you for your openness
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You have a million dollar smile, glad you got it back! Thanx 4 sharing your story.
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I can really appreciate your story. It just makes you that much more awesome!! 😉
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Very beautiful good to see that you stay positive.
Thank you for sharing. It seems to me that you are where you were meant to be. 🙏🏼🪓
Very inspiring story. Interesting how the hardest of times often bring the greatest of changes. Keep on!
Thank you
im the same way! only arborist in the family ever and I just kind of fell into the line on work. I ran a landscaping company and heard how much the tree guy was getting paid and I'm like what the heck!? I can do that... so I went learnt got all the gear and the next season boom my company cut trees. we hired a really good arborist for stuff the new guy (me) couldn't handle and I've loved it ever since... tree work finds you if its your passion like you and me!
me though, I need to get myself working on my CZcams channel like yourself, count me in as a new subscriber! thanks for the great story!
That’s awesome!
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That’s awesome!
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Thanks for sharing. I like your videos and watching you grow and perfect your trade has been enlightening.
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Your a very honest real person. I have to admire that. Deepest condolences on your losses. I couldn't imagine how much you've gone through. Its incredibly inspiring how far you've come from such traumatic life experiences. Very inspirational. You may be the sole reason I take grip of career in tree care. I thank you and please never stop being you. You rock!! Cheers - Mac
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So sorry you went through those painful times Im so glad you found something that makes you happy You have a beautiful smile and thank you for sharing your videos
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Great story. Thanks for sharing.
Love
You have helped me more than you could ever know. I wish there was a way that I could give you a hug. Thank You!
Thank you I’m so glad to hear that
Interesting story, great that you’re happy and enjoying life again.
Thank you so much for the inspiring story. It came just at the right time in my life
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What a story. Really nice how you found a way out. working in the nature is also for me very important.
Absolutely amazing video
This will be inspiring to so many
Thank you for sharing😊
WOW, not at all the video I was expecting, such a sad and yet powerful story at the same time. Your strength is amazing, reminds me of my mother's story. Your children will be so proud of you looking back when they understand all that happened. And a +1 on loving tree work and forestry, I discovered it too late in life to make the move but really enjoy it as a hobby. Keep up the videos
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Thanks for sharing your story !
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Thank you for sharing your story
Thank you so much for sharing 🙏🏼❤️ love it! I just started as a mother and woman!! You are amazing!
Thanks for the video. It answered a lot of questions for me
You're welcome
Thank you for the video. Well done.
thanks
Thank you for sharing. You make a wonderful ambassador for tree work.
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Really pleased you got your smile back.
Stay safe.....love your channel.
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This is a touching story of your life. I believe that most of your subscribers did not expect it. The main thing is that you started something, which inspires you, is not boring and gives you strength and meaning in your life..
I think it is amazing how you came around the way you have. I really like that you are showing that you're just as good with a chainsaw as anyone else. Keep on keeping on darlin'..
I've been in the woods my whole life. My grandfather put a saw in my hands what I was 8 years old. Then helped me fall my 1st tree when I was 11. That excitement got me hooked and I have loved it every since. Keep up the good work and be safe!!!
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thank you for sharing your story as hard as it may be to tell it and you do have my deepest sympathies on losing your parents be safe and have a blessed weekend
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