The BIGGEST Spruce Tree I've Ever Removed

Please Subscribe to this KZbin channel.
Support this channel at patreon.com/treeson if you'd like
Check out my merch at guiltyoftreeson.com
Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @guiltyoftreeson
Email me at [e-mail] for tree work or KZbin collaborations
I mostly do tree work in Washington State but I am insured for all lower 48

[@mrjuhbenny]

love your channel my man. my wife hates when i fall asleep at night watching these and they keep autoplaying, just chainsaws screaming all night long.

[@Blashyrkh89]

My wife makes new put in earphones 😂

[@SouthMainAuto]

I tell you what I'm sitting here watching this eating my lunch today at work. I usually don't get too anxious when you climb but this one was giving me the shakes. Lol I'm not even the guy in the tree nor would I ever climb a tree. I'll fix the truck that pulls the chipper but I'm not climbing a tree. Especially something like that. Don't know how you do it man but it's always a joy to watch you work.

[@dubemccready7438]

Now this I was not expecting - how neat the extraction of the tree branches were separated from the trunk, My older brother (bless his dear smile) who also did this type of work and just like you guys were very good at what he did. Big difference was the machinery they did not have just the chainsaws, wire rope, wood cutting saws and axes, the big branches was cut into firewood for sale, remaining refuse was chopped up & used as mulch for Home Gardeners. This is some 70 years ago, My beautiful memories of how they did it back when resourcefulness did come not with modern machinery but all hard YACKA, blood sweat n laughs. JUst like you modern guys who are doing the same work but alot more PANACHE cheers & work safely

[@YouTuber-mc2el]

The first thing I must say is Bravo! Your entire operation was so well orchestrated and you made it look effortless. You were way up there dude. I could have taken a bite of that hamburger, chewed and swallowed it in the time it took for one of those firewood length pieces to hit the ground. You were dancing around up there like you were on the ground. I'm in my early 60's now but in my prime I used to climb telephone poles. You and your subscribers have earned this story I am about to tell for your laughter and enjoyment. One day I was up a pole and had to shut down some equipment for service. The company I was working for at the time required that the exterior speaker of the truck be on at all times when you were up a pole for insurance reasons regarding weather. That day when I was deep into the job the dispatcher came over the radio and said for all climbers to come down and wait out the weather event. I thought I could get it re-energized and working before I came down. I thought wrong. The wind started blowing so bad I couldn't stand in a fixed position while working on the equipment. I kept swinging around the pole and my gaffs would start to blow out. I started getting a little nervous realizing I had made a bad mistake. I called a buddy to assist and he and I together got things in order. When I came down 2 hours later my knees were shaking and well you get the picture. I was maybe 30' up. I say you and your subscribers will laugh and I welcome it because man you were like 170' up there for the whole day. You have my respect. Well done. Great editing and overall I enjoyed every minute. Thank you. LIKED and SUBSCRIBED.

[@maddienewo2228]

Well this is the best Arborist channel on You tube, YT keep encouraging me to watch others so I have, but honestly, they don’t even come close. I love your expertise, quality footage, camera angles, banter, good manners, seeing different parts of the process, ongoing conversations & above all you’re a really hard worker - or grafter as we say in the U.K. One thing I would like to see is a picture of you before the beard times 😆🤣😂 🌲

[@GuiltyofTreeson]

Thank you so much! If you watch “how to zip line a tree” on my first KZbin channel you can see the horror lol

[@ChittyPA]

You never ask a man with a beard, what he looked like before he earned his beard. Man rule number: 69420

[@maddienewo2228]

@@ChittyPA 😂🤣😆 I’m sure Jacob wasn’t offended 😆

[@ChittyPA]

It was a joke boss.

[@briananderson7497]

There is Beast Mode. And if you make another step further, there is Treeson Mode! Way to kick butt.

[@austindeem]

Could we get a in depth story time of how you got in tree work at what age and just basically a timeline of your career did you go to college etc when you started KZbin etc. would be great to hear it thanks

[@olehemlock]

That early wood is tough stuff.

[@matthewscott_]

i am terrified of heights!! wow, you are a beast

[@pankajmakwana2300]

Thank you for an amazing video. I don't think I have come across a tree that tall, and felt a bit scared at first seeing you climb higher and higher until the only way was down. Thank you, for an awesome share.

[@charleslynch1618]

Hell yeah brother looks like an awesome day at the office God bless you brother Charlie Western PA

[@andychapman9687]

Cracking job done, now that's dedication for you, nearly 8 hours in the tree with spikes on, awesome work. My feet would have gone numb, let alone leg and back ache. Hope they're paying you well.

[@emeyers5984]

I really liked this video, Jake! The view is amazing, and the eagles. So cool! Your poor legs! Nice crew, too.

[@alanblasczyk1779]

Great seeing you on the BIG wood again Jake. I love your videos dude !

[@philipcollins5440]

I enjoy when you show the aeria when you're up cutting ✂️. Hey, the higher the better, yes??

[@tinydancer7426]

Interesting spelling, but it's area.

[@woodstk70]

That is one long day in a tree. I really don't know how you do it but I can completely understand how you wouldn't want to climb it more than you have to.

[@rgarlinyc]

Oh man...a marathon session up in the clouds for you all day. Majorly impressive! Off to part 2 now!

[@lindacook856]

The more I watch the more amazing I find it the man up the 🌲 is amazing can’t get over what I’m seeing it’s fantastic.

[@joeyfrost7184]

***PUCKER FACTOR*** @17:57. I pictured my head getting snapped backwards bc mentally I was moving closer to cut through those pesky holding fibers. It's a great mental exercise to play the 'what if' game as well as imagining what i would do during the removal process from your POV. Almost like trying to predict your next move. Great work as always!

[@leahcox2661]

Honestly, I just had this show up and I am thoroughly enjoying watching your work. You seem so patient and jus go about your business. I would be terrified being up that high but you make it seem so matter of fact with it. You are an amazing craftsman. Hope you have a great day.

[@lancemcque1459]

Can't wait for the sequel!

[@bigmohawkguy]

He’s on a mission

[@bradywatcherson498]

Good view of Devil's Lake from up there. Great video as always!

[@bobbytaylor3177]

I have always enjoyed watching you fell trees. You offer a lot of good insight into your decisions and techniques. Nice job

[@jamesdevries5722]

To be clear: "Felling" trees means cutting them at or near the ground and controlling the direction in which they fall. It's an art in itself. This man is having to piece the tree down. He has to figure out how to safely land every single part of the tree with the help of his ground crew. It is a much more strenuous and dangerous job. I did this work as a young man and loved it.

[@MS_249]

So ultra cool! Nice view also! You have so much power and endurance. Thats so admireable! You are a "tree seal" :-)

[@131dyana]

Thank you for sharing this job with us. You an amazing craftsman. God bless.

[@rayclark9643]

6 hours is one hell of a workout up there...bet you slept well that night🙃!

[@rackets001]

So are the ground crew equipped with umbrellas?? Haha! I agree with an earlier comment, an empty jug of some sort will keep the spread contained. 😉

[@allenfackler]

Nice work! Hope you are able to get all that sticky pitch off.

[@aledr7486]

Hi Jake - loving your continuing content 👌😎 - if you want a quick hack on how to measure height (& progress etc) use your compass on your iPhone (elevation) - excellent for real time progress measurement too - keep on hanging in there bud 🙌 - AL

[@dandaigle4546]

i was hoping to catch the remainder of this utube

[@andrewray656]

Awesome video! I'd love to see a long term review of the knock off Stihl 200t after you use it for a few months

[@nyahkiley4025]

Very curious as well I just had to replace my Stihl 192, with the current 194 (after if running it with straight gas). Costly mistake. But couldn’t live without my top handle saw.

[@dandaigle4546]

you the man, flip-pen awesome dude, thoughts and prayers, stay safe

[@tommyrick4687]

Epic tree epic video. 🙏 thAnk for sharing your expertise

[@kelvingrebert7315]

great as usual Jacob

[@wow23birds]

31:15 Eagles and a beautiful view. Hey Jake! How about adding more panoramic views when you are way up there? Thanks!

[@defiant1716]

Nuts of steel!! Great job 👍

[@wrstew1272]

They still use Sitka Spruce for airplane wing spars. Tough stuff!

[@donr4582]

Great job brother 👏

[@tcconceptioncreationpaysag3635]

Great work! Very impressive 🤩 I liked the long video 👍🏻

[@destinationom]

Epic day in the clouds!

[@ShawElliott]

Great work. Love your work. You do an awesome job.

[@thegreenrevival4424]

Nicely done man. I take it what you clear on the way up just makes your life easier for when the top-tie and speed line/rigging are in place? This was a very helpful video

[@thegreenrevival4424]

My bad you totally answer my question in this! 🤘🏻

[@st7650]

Can you do a video on your climbing gear. I’m new to tree cutting watch your channel a lot. I’ve learned alot watching this channel. Can you make a video on climbing too watch you need and where to get it. Thank you

[@mpetrangelo]

I was mesmerized by you staying up in that tree for soooo long. WOW!!

[@Godwinpounds4333]

Hi how are you doing?

[@ridingwilding760]

This is surprisingly fascinating. Unfortunately even the view of heights from your camera causes my stomach to flip. I only recently realized I was nervous about heights. I don’t know how you do it.

[@sammylacks4937]

I ve started watching your channel because I've always liked running saws and for years I cut firewood for myself and sold it. I ended up in a career filing , repairing , and maintaining saws , mostly bands for a large sawmill. I kept up circle carbide saws at times and there were a never ending supply of dull chains to sharpen or make up new ones. I like your good humor and positive attitude I'd like to hear why and how you got into tree work. I also got a 2 yr degree in forest management so our interests and paths weren't to different How did you learn to handle climbing with ropes and knots you use. Did the heights bother you at least in the beginning. You seem to handle it all quite well. Thanks for sharing your talent , keep safe.

[@chip63us]

You are one strong dude, keep it up, amazing

[@johnscustomsaws]

You are a master of your craft sir... You make it look easy at times... incredible!!!

[@michaelcrider8413]

How about that mini skidder!! That thing is wicked!!! Guys youve done it again! Great content!

[@paulhall170]

Outstanding stuff, I can't believe you can spend over six hours carrying your body weight and the weight of the gear on your knees, you ought to insure them for millions!

[@wrstew1272]

The harness helps support some of the weight, a Monkey Beaver product.

[@jvillalaz44]

You and your team did and awesome job.

[@meradu2]

Nice work love it every minute lol Nice having your food up there

[@jdm603jake]

Wish I was on the west coast, I'm on the east coast. I'd love to do a couple jobs with you man. 2 Jake's climbing you there to teach me a thing or two. Love the videos man they help me every day

[@judithfairchild8620]

You really need to take breaks. Not just a few minutes here and there. That's a big job

[@dawnbradrick6289]

Even Monkeys fall out of trees! Dawns here ☀️wow I only did bucket and ground work.

[@chichitex1252]

Great video! Hard work! I catch myself kinda bracing with worry.❤

[@Jo-vf7qi]

Fascinating video. I was intrigued. You are a true Pro.

[@annemurphy6692]

REALLY ENJOYED THIS ONE ❤❤❤

[@Raven-Creations]

Spruce (slow grown mountain spruce) is used for acoustic guitar tops because it's so stiff (but light). It's about as hard as mahogany. In contrast, balsa, the softest wood of all, is a hardwood. It's so soft you can compress it with your fingers. Whoever decided to call them softwood and hardwood wasn't thinking straight that day. Based on drop time, that first firewood chunk fell 146 ft. I think we can ignore air resistance. The crown looked like a good 20' too, plus 2' for the length of the first chunk, so that'd put it at about 168' give or take. That's a pretty big tree. If you're interested, the calculation was: (No. of frames / 60) squared, then multiply by 32.2 to give the height in feet.

[@Beauacadian]

Good googley moogley! Awesome job!

[@dukesdad1]

You are THE MAN!!

[@billhillify4924]

Legend has it they are in the grove.

[@annemurphy6692]

THAT YOUNGE LAD IS 1 GOOD WORKER

[@ronaldcaraway8184]

I would not challenge this guy to an arm wrestling contest, unless it was the end of the day of him cutting trees.

[@rmontena4583]

this was fun! Tx, Rich

[@actuallowroller]

This I an amazing channel. Awesome video.

[@Chrisjenl]

Here we go again. A nice new video!

[@beverlylumley4150]

Great job and video canada

[@donaldshields2483]

It is an excellent you are you must be some tired but keep up the good work and be safe God bless

[@lindacook856]

Can’t get over how tall the trees 🌲 are higher than the house 🏡 take a lot of work getting them down that’s for sure .

[@lancemcque1459]

@23:35 when you're cutting a limb to be zip lined down are you cutting it and leaving a small piece attached on purpose to control the fall?

[@mrwagon392]

Wow a Swedish chainsaw, Husqvarna. It is very similar to Scandinavian nature except for the tall trees

[@kmk1428]

Good video - I just held my breath a few times when you were dropping those logs tbh. I’ve seen those suckers bounce and roll a pretty good distance on the ground and mess some shit up - especially if they hit another log already on the deck! I’m pretty sure I’d have had a big ole brush pile for a landing pad or just straight ropes em ! Good job tho ! And I’d say an equal amount of luck as skill on the log dropping part. !

[@haydeen123]

Hey Jake, I know things ended bad with your last company and channel, but just curious if you ever talk to your old crewmates and if by chance we ever get to see someone make a guest appearance or something like that? Love the content, keep doing you!

[@Pharphette]

He had inbred Jed a few videos ago I believe

[@PlaztekNerd]

Great work ! I have a few acres just south of here in waldport and we have a couple spruce that are 5-6’ diameter at the base! Lots of sap on you I bet😎😎

[@z.h.e.n]

"That same guy been up there all day?" Lol

[@georgeshaw8925]

Hey Jacob, hope you had a good 4th.

[@petrusiusmaximus]

Awesome Job!

[@br-dj2ti]

just curious to Jake once you got so high up why are you guys just speed lining one at a time it wouldn't have been easier to put like 6 to 10 on and let them all fly down at once then he can grab them all with the machine just curious

[@allthingssilver7635]

You should put a go pro on one of the branches you cut and let it ride down the zip line. A branches POV

[@frontyardfirewood]

I love the zip line. No drag for me lol

[@cjiv9343]

Respect. Unbelievable

[@randelreeves5316]

Nice work!!👍👍

[@sgtpepper597]

I’m so lost when it comes to all the ropes and attachments

[@Chinhnguyen0497]

It can be using to keep warm whole winter

[@jamesnightingale8209]

good job you know whatyour doing

[@maureenkempton4846]

Hi from Maureen in New Zealand 🇳🇿 ❤️ 😊 😀 😍

[@philipjean1086]

Spruce wood can become very hard old dried branch limbs were used as arrowheads by some native tribes

[@every-istand-ophobe6320]

Yeah yeah. I remember back in my day we used to climb those trees with our bare hands and feet and cut them down with axes. Hanging onto the tree with our teeth sometimes. And has to walk to the job uphill both ways.

[@henriklarsson5221]

I think there are Apps now that measure height? Thanks for the show!

[@kylemccann2500]

Peeing out of a tree? I'll be impressed when you drop a deuce out of the canopy. 😂

[@rogerbarnett8412]

Better pissed off than pissed on. I found that out years ago. When I started streaming, Travis was a long ways away. Then he walked under....

[@joycemusgrave161]

Paul here. There appears to be several limbs below him ! How did he get past them?

[@jonathanhensley8685]

Come out to hendersonville NC. and climb with Craig‘s tree service sometime love to have you.

[@domingueztreetrimming4108]

You should record also their gear like the wood chipper that look like an old wood chipper it looks like it’s a very good one as well

[@rogerbarnett8412]

It's a drum, so it's newer...as in made after about 2000.

[@seymourpro6097]

Sitka spruce is the preferred timber for wooden aeroplanes, most builders and repairers of wooden aeroplanes pay far too much to get good quality sitka spruce.

[@pshodean]

How about that. Lots of good info and it's great to watch. FYI there are no boring parts, just saying, it's all interesting. Good job.

[@michaeltarasenkoop2389]

I’ve been trying to get a glance as to what the name of the chain saw is I can’t get the name of the small chain saw the hascavatar on the larger saw but the smaller one I can’t get the name ! I love the small saws they are great for liming the branches with one hand love watching you cutting the limbs : I had a small steel saw it was great for small and large limbs amazing little saw not like the ones today ! It would cut any size limb ! Great video with your view from the high view ! First time viewer now I’m a new viewer of your show !

[@richtomlinson7090]

And around 2:00 pm it started to sprinkle.

[@JamJamWasHere]

"I just peed out of the tree" 🤣🤣🤣😎