"How did you get into tree work?"

[@amberruby4896]

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

[@Femalelumberjack]

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.

[@brianirish3501]

Wow this really touched my heart. When one door closes another one opens. I’m glad God is watching out for you.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@princeofpoetry8390]

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!!!!

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@RCA-87]

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 👍👍

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@billyshumate853]

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.

[@sheepdog271]

You are a true inspiration, keep pushing forward. You have done extremely well!!!

[@Femalelumberjack]

Much appreciated thank you

[@heathenfirewoodservice2021]

Nothing like hard labor to wear you out but make you feel alive. It’s definitely one of the reasons I love to wood

[@charlesobreiter9051]

So sorry about your parents! Amazing you sharing your life with us. Such an awesome career! Love it! Keep up the great work!

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@richardnixon9204]

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 ...🌹🥾

[@davidduff9871]

Congratulations on finding a new career and getting to be outdoors. I’m sorry to hear about your parents. I’m sure they’re happy to see you’re a tree girl. I’m sure they enjoy watching you.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@TheNfields260]

Great speaker and orator! Calm, gentle and kind soul. Thank you for the uplifting family story of your life.

[@navyvet3660]

You’re An Awesome Person. Adversity Makes You Stronger.

[@savage22bolt32]

At the beginning of this, I had to grab a box of tissues to catch my tears. Later, when I saw your smile, I knew you'd be OK. I'm just an amateur, and just started at age 67. I always feel great after a few hours of tree work. Love the creaks & crashes when the tree falls. Funny story, I remember asking Santa Claus for a chainsaw when I was 4 years old! (Didn't get one 😕)

[@kingofthetrack]

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..

[@Femalelumberjack]

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss! Happy to hear you too found something that makes you happy

[@timothy4037]

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.

[@prioritytree]

Thank you for sharing a part of your life. Beautiful story May you always find joy and happiness in tree work. Blessings

[@lbstilts]

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.

[@OutdoorsWithChad]

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!

[@GaryJohnson-e1d]

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!!❤❤

[@darwindropmazda]

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!

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@scottieblankenship2643]

Sorry for you loss Glad you found something you enjoy, power saws rock... North Carolina...

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thanks

[@mikeperry7430]

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.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@andyjones6361]

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

[@chaswarren7239]

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 !).

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you so very much

[@curtisdunsdon4589]

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

[@janwillmes6169]

Love your story girl. I learn so much from you.. you are so strong..You give so much fun with your movies and pictures..Thank you🤗💖

[@Femalelumberjack]

You are so welcome

[@ghostofcato3052]

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.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you. I'm sorry for your loss

[@Alexhulk]

Forest energy is so powerful. Love to see your smile now!!!

[@vaughanbakkeyahoocom]

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.

[@johnkennedy5655]

Amazing woman and for the sad and hard times wish you a big hug

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thanks

[@hphillips7425]

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.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@liamanthonydelaney9244]

Beautiful story

[@kkutube1972]

Thank you for sharing. I am on my sixth climb on our own property. Told my son and wife how awesome it is to see you, 1st girl that I have ever seen up in the tree with a chain saw. My son, Dad, why are you watching her? Son, there is always information that can be taken/share from each and every person and I am freaken impressed.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you 😊

[@garychristie1188]

Wow very touching and open. Tree work and holding a chainsaw is the best therapy I've ever had.

[@fergusonto-2032]

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

[@johnsweeney3060]

Interesting story, great that you’re happy and enjoying life again.

[@gaetanbolduc8417]

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.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@benlatham5816]

I think you could be talented at anything you try! So beautiful so sweet!

[@davidberrier5894]

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

[@robertshoemaker6204]

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

[@NikeMS11]

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!

[@dragonsmk1812]

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.

[@meghanhaines8481]

I really really love that you shared your story ❤ Thank you!! 💯 everything you said about hard work outside and learning!! You rock!

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you so much

[@daniielllschnaiderr3239]

What a story. Really nice how you found a way out. working in the nature is also for me very important.

[@jonathanwalsh3314]

Have to say, this is the most 100% authentic and honest video I have ever seen on youtube. Just so impressed with your honesty and happy for you that this is working out for you and how you had to deal with mental health issues. Kudos.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you very much! Your words mean a lot!

[@elliotkramer9912]

Wow. Beautiful story. And told very well. Thank you for sharing.

[@dominicmacdonald6911]

So sorry to hear about your parents and difficult times. Working in the forest can be very therapeutic and am glad to see you smiling again. All the best from Oban, Scotland.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@bobclark2961]

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

[@elong35]

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!!

[@The1treeguy]

What a cool story 😎! Keep kicking ass.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thanks

[@peterbrunetto8062]

God Bless your Parents ,they raised a great child with all the right decisions !

[@devonkenny889]

Your parents are surely smiling upon you; thank you for sharing. Life, it seems; is always about the curve. ✌🏾🇨🇦

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@Corné-o6h]

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!

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you very much

[@jamesoncross7494]

They both got the same kind of cancer? Something they drank/ate? I'm so sorry. Glad you turned it into something so positive. It's inspiring. Thanks for sharing!!!

[@mvblitzyo]

what an emotional video your so brave , so much has changed your life . I too stumbled in to tree work . almost 30 years later I still love it . glad you found your place in your life Joe from California USA ..

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@dogmanlp3677]

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.

[@Femalelumberjack]

I know exactly what you mean. My condolences

[@lusmaghkla]

Thank you for telling your story, soo sorry for the loss of your parents so close together. Your are a wonderful person, very happy that things worked out well for you. Inspirational story, thanks again for sharing.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@TheHutch71]

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.

[@shaunwilley8580]

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

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@TheModernArborist]

Wow! Nice work! God bless you and your kiddos

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thanks

[@oby-1607]

My father died in my arms from a massive heart attack and I took care of my Mom when she had renal failure till she passed. As with you, this threw a curveball in my life changing it forever. Good for you to discover more to life.

[@Femalelumberjack]

So sorry about your losses.

[@markforstrom8914]

You set a great example for many young women that otherwise would never think of trying this line of work. I'm 66 and know my way around chainsaws and firewood because we have heated our home in Connecticut for 40 years, but climbing...not me! 20' up is my limit. I guess people are born with the ability to be able to do it, and you certainly are. You are inspiring!

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@firstmkb]

This really touched me, and I appreciate your sharing with us. It has helped motivate me to get out of bed and spend time in a tree. Like, now. See you later!

[@nottstrees]

How very brave of you to put your life out there, keep up the good work ,you have chosen the right trade to be in it will keep you busy and happy at the same time

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@danielbaes1375]

Thanks for your story! Your Dad and Mom are so proud. Yes I’m so sorry for your loss, but You are successful! Congratulations 🎉

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@naomiaaslund8167]

Thank you so much for sharing 🙏🏼❤️ love it! I just started as a mother and woman!! You are amazing!

[@tunintunin3417]

I’m an engineer in the IT field and an amateur photographer for some time now... but I have been taking care of our vineyards and olive orchards... forests, love chainsaws and other tools... your story is quite an inspiration, I wish more girls went your way and hope some appreciate the great work you do. Keep it up. Subed. Greetings from Herzegovina.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@tunintunin3417]

@@izzyfleur1149 he hee, ima nas jos, ja sam zivio u NY dugo, sada sam u Herci, radim i zivim u prirodi. Novi zivot.

[@arnenelson4495]

You have a million dollar smile, glad you got it back! Thanx 4 sharing your story.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@gregmaxfield4405]

Very pleased you have your smile back.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thanks

[@abouttime25]

This was very impressive. I enjoy your videos and am glad that you branched out into a non traditional field for a woman and are doing well. Thank you.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@donaldcostello8312]

Very moving video, sorry about your parents i lost mine within two years of each other, keep the great videos coming Donald.

[@bing12345678901]

Such a very sweet person. Best to you!

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@existinthenow7443]

Wow.. That must have been one hell of a ride to hang on to. I love your videos. Thank you for your openness

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@bobfred93]

Thanks for sharing. That's a tough hand you've been dealt. Good to see you've stayed strong and found a rewarding career.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@dannymorse9522]

Wow what a heart warming story!

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@jimhubbell8364]

Thank you for sharing. You make a wonderful ambassador for tree work.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@aldredske6197]

Sorry for the loss of your parents. But glad to hear you have found joy in cutting trees. I've been cutting trees all of my life. Once you have sawdust running in your vanes you will never want to do anything else. Here's to the sawdust in our vanes!!😀😀👍👍 Keep up the good work my dear!!😀😀 Logger Al

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@williamfleenor7687]

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

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@ryanslogging7069]

glad to see u doing something that gives u happyness

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thanks

[@alexjwind]

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!

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you I’m so glad to hear that

[@jmfrc]

My thoughts and prayers go out to you. I’m sure your parents are damn proud of you looking down and your doing one heck of a job doing what your doing. Godspeed and keep it up chicky!!!

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you so much! I truly appreciate it

[@Zlinky111]

Very touching story. Love your humility. There is something really magical about tree work. I still can't quite explain my own relationship with it, as I love nature and value trees as 'life' and feel sad at all the deforestation in the world, but I still love chainsaw and axe work. It makes me feel alive. I still miss my mother so much. She passed end Jan, and was the person in the world I was closest to, and her last 18 months of breast cancer, she was in a lot of pain, which was heartbreaking........then we lost my wife"s dad to liver cancer in April, , whom I also adored. Oh life, you certainly know how to press our buttons. So glad you came through it all O.k. and ended up finding something that you love. Being a parent is wonderful, and what could be better than dancing around in a tree. 😁

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you My condolences.

[@xristosmaglaras7077]

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..

[@bodeans59]

What a very inspirational message and story. You are so brave and strong to have taken this journey once you lost your parents. God Bless

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@terryspain3390]

Very sad that you lost both of your parents 😢 I'm sure they're smiling somewhere watching you pursue your newfound passion. Its hard not to smile despite the weather with all the beauty nature has to offer. Thanks for sharing

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@hugogarcia3193]

Great for you overcome all obstacles God is with you and you inspired alot people 🙏 ✨️

[@Svein-Erik]

So that's why you started forestry, it's so good to see that you've found your way now 💚❤ I have experienced cancer with 2 of my children where life was completely turned upside down and there have been a lot of sorrows that have left their mark, I know exactly how it feels when something like this happens. But I experience that when something is taken away, something else will fill its place as long as you keep the hope and meeting the day with positivity as you do. You are an inspiration with your positivity and nice personality, wish you good luck🙏🌲

[@mrt9423]

Such a beautiful story... Not at all what I expected, wow, assumed that you came from a family of Arborists! Amazing, you're so talented, such an inspirational story. Absolutely love your videos...

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you very much

[@oldskool4612]

I'm sorry to hear about your folks. God bless them and you. My dad passed two years ago from cancer. It's not easy going through that. They say finding a career that you love makes for a happy life. It sounds to me like you really enjoy what you're doing so kudos. Be careful and best of luck to you.

[@Femalelumberjack]

My condolences. Thank you

[@arbormaniac1]

No Jack, No Jill. An impressive Arborist who deserves recognition from all in the profession and beyond.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@andrelabranche4060]

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!

[@lifewithpeter2819]

Very inspiring story. Interesting how the hardest of times often bring the greatest of changes. Keep on!

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@ldean8360]

Your story is so awesome!! I'm sorry to hear about your parents. My dad passed from Alzheimer's recently. My tree cutting started by helping my dad on the other side of a two "man" push-pull crosscut saw at age 6 or 7. I had such a hard time keeping up! Dad finally had mercy on me and bought himself a chainsaw. Now, I'm the one teaching my kids how to drop trees and run a saw.

[@briancupp6767]

Been there so very sorry. It’s great to find something to pull out of depressing. Situation. Thanks for videos

[@jonathanbenoit8828]

That's a good thing, beautiful dream job 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@grizzly6604]

You're a tough soul. Through much adversity, you've become something not only others, but your kids can look up to. Something to be very proud of.More people should enjoy what they do. God Bless you and your family. I'm watching because I love chainsaws and tree cutting. Never climbed before, other than many ladders. Jonesered and Husky preferred. Sthils are probably great. I'm just not overly familiar with them. Enjoying the vids. Thanks.

[@Femalelumberjack]

Thank you

[@1652ification]

Good on you I was in a similar situation to you and like you I'm new to the tree world and I absolutely love it. I was in construction for 20 years and I was depressed, I felt like I was lost in life. I mad a big change recently and did my chainsaw and climbing training. Now I'm smiling and happy everyday. It's amazing how your life can change when your around positive people and nature. Tree surgery is such a nice job. 😊

[@Femalelumberjack]

Glad to hear you’re doing better!

[@1652ification]

@@Femalelumberjack you too 👍

[@user-wp5fe8ec6l]

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.

[@Sellarmusic]

Found your channel recently while looking for more firewood and tree cutting videos. I retired early only to lose both of my parents to cancer shortly afterwards. You never get over losing them but you live on without regret knowing you were there for them when they needed you most. They would be proud of you and happy to know you've found a career doing something you enjoy.

[@Femalelumberjack]

So sorry about your loss. No it’s not something you get over it’s something you learn to live with. Thank you

[@888HUSKERS]

Very awesome story, thanks for sharing with all of your subscribers. I personally find comfort and peace in the woods caring for 110 acres of a kids youth camp that was partially burned in a 3.5 square mile fire 10 years ago. With no where near the funds they needed to clean everything up I’ve just been going to work at it little by little. Lots of times I feel exhausted but other times I find peace in the trees when my world is turned upside down. I work in a hospital doing IT work which during Covid-19 has been stressful, when I find myself getting overwhelmed I go do tree work or go play disc golf which is also usually on a course surrounded by trees. It helps to get away and here the sound of the wind through the leaves or through the pine needles. Especially in the pine forests of some of my neighboring states the sound of the wind through the pines is like the sound of an ocean in a land locked state. It’s soothing and gives me peace deep within my soul. Maybe you climb high and safe and find peace within the trees.