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How to Fell a Tree Using a Chainsaw

By Steve Nix, About.com

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Limbing and Bucking - Let the Real Work Begin!

Bucking and Limbing

Bucking and Limbing

Limbing is cutting branches off of felled or standing trees. Bucking is sawing felled trees into sections called logs. The length of the logs is dependent on the species of the tree and type of final product.

"I always start at the bottom of a hill and work my way up. This prevents having to work downhill from other logs that were felled earlier."

The main point to remember here is that limbing and bucking must be done on the uphill side of each tree or log, where rolling or sliding of logs may be expected. Precautions, such as chocking or moving to a stable position, must be taken to prevent the logs or the butt from striking you while limbing and bucking wind-thrown trees.

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