My Dad Teaches Me How to Run a Chainsaw!!

[@joegee2815]

That grin when your dad praised you. Priceless.

[@MrWeldWell]

As an industrial trainer with over 30 years in the trades, I can tell you these girls are good because of the way they listen and follow directions. Look at how Em looks and listens, moving her body to practice stance, paying attention, not interrupting, etc. This is how you learn and do good work without hurting yourself or tearing up equipment. Good job, Dad, on teaching your girls how to be good hands and work the right way.

[@LeVaN420]

I lost my dad when I was young. I love to see good men teach their kids, something I wish I could have experienced. Love u guys

[@Wheelloader__]

A chainsaw is probably the most destructive handheld wood butchering tool ever made. Emerald handled it like a pro. Dad is a good teacher.

[@KevinTownsend-hw5ih]

Well said, a chainsaw is more dangerous than any gun you could buy.

[@nailbanger2]

I don't know, I've seen a handheld belt sander do some serious damage in the right (or wrong) hands. In case you're wondering, that was a joke. Anyway, just wanted to say, that's an awesome thumbnail, Emerald!

[@ericcartrette6118]

I had a friend who was a logger. He was felling a tree once and jerked the saw out of the cut to keep it from getting bound. When he tried to get away from the tree, he fell. He didn't realize that when he jerked the saw back, it went 3 inches up, behind the knee cap. The surgeon told him that if it had gone 3 inches horizontally instead, it would have taken his leg off. They are nothing to play with.

[@JefferyWirtanen]

You must respect and appreciate all power and gas tools preventative measures always required to run safely 😊

[@billyw68]

Router when the bit pings chips off They're coming at you at over 100 mph when that happens

[@caryharper9190]

Thank God Emerald has a father like you. You're a good man and father.

[@KenBreon]

Thank you so much.

[@caryharper9190]

@@KenBreon one day I'm going to build my own guitar. When I do. I would like to order the hard wood, from you guys.

[@martinmagee1711]

Emerald 💞💖❤️ Martin Magee

[@desertdweller4951]

Mom & Dad. You've raised these girls to a degree well beyond normal. Doesn't surprise me one bit they can and will do what ever the family requires. Absolutely amazing family, well done 🎉

[@dano8335]

Chill

[@knightcleaver-ih6od]

Great Job Emarald!!! I had a former girl friend that I tought to use a saw. For a couple years the two of us spent a lot of time out in the woods felling dead trees and bucking logs. She loved it! After we split up we still talked and she would say how running the saw and working with me was one of the things she missed most. And, I've done the shorts and chaps thing before. Those old style chaps can get crazy hot working in the summer heat with pants on...

[@jwebxx]

How she smiles during and after she sawed is priceless. There you see that shes waiting a long time for this moment :)

[@Torsee]

Also, the thrill of doing! An amazing device that you now own!

[@realmainer]

I am 79, started running chainsaws when I was 12. Good lesson Dad & attentive student! I can't use it any longer but I still own a Husqvarna.

[@aphotic_soul]

Emerald handled that thing like a BOSS! But much respect to Dad for taking every precaution to keep her safe!

[@lovetopew9054]

@@aphotic_soul which is why he made her wear eye protection??? ROFL. These comments are a joke.

[@WQ9V]

I work in an emergency room, and I can tell you a chain saw has no mercy at all!!!!! I also have a 20-inch Huskey chain saw and believe you me I use caution and common sense when using it.

[@digitalwoodshop]

I was SO happy to see Saw Chaps.... Excellent Video... Proud Dad.

[@lestatangel]

" I'll just go home and cook." I had to smile.

[@dougcook7507]

Have to commend dad on his teaching. Fully explains everything in deal, step by step. Things to do and don't do. Safety first, safety second, then work.

[@iffykidmn8170]

You left out hair and makeup before safety glasses.

[@johnbrock678]

As a father, the most impressive part of this video is this dad’s love for his daughter.

[@kevosims2012]

Pretty much the best dad EVER!

[@brentherring5332]

Emerald, Your father is so comfortable with the chainsaw, a real professional. You do an amazing job with the chainsaw as well. Excellent video. Thanks.

[@scottsoper]

👍👍

[@AirborneEclipse]

I loved how she was able to keep herself focused on what she was being taught… Great kids are a life joy.

[@kearnsey64]

Did anyone NOT think Em could do this??❤❤ She crushed it!

[@iffykidmn8170]

hair make up and shorts check, safety glasses oooops!

[@papaowl13803]

A good father and a really good teacher. Was impressed to see Em wearing chaps. Again hats off to her dad from having her wear them.

[@cenjim]

Excellent instructions from a professional logger. Something as dangerous as a powered chainsaw should never be taken for granted. Make a mistake and you are then relying on luck not to be injured. Good points about the bar length too. I've only been using a chainsaw as a homeowner so a 16" or 18" bar is all I've ever needed. I never thought about the dangers to one's feet with the longer bars. I highly respect professional loggers for their stamina and fortitude. As Emerald said, felling trees and woodcutting day in an day out is extremely demanding on one's physical abilities. Kudos to Ken for his persistent hard work and dedication, and for teaching his children in an instructive and thoughtful manner. I've heard of so many instances where chainsaw owners receive no instructions on safe operation, let alone how to safely and properly fell a tree. It's a job that can result in serious injury or death. A friend of mine used to write Workman's Comp insurance policies and he told me policies for loggers/tree cutters, etc, were the most expensive policies he would write due to the inherent dangers on the job.

[@kevindowd31021]

The most important safety rule in handling dangerous equipment is to pay close attention to Dad and do what he says! ♥️

[@flpanhead]

I was bracing for a kickback on that first cut, but she did great. It's a good skill to have and be comfortable with.

[@greenearth2009]

Yes, I'm glad you mention about "kickback" most dangerous part of sawing, and being to tired to hold on to saw with good grip. Have cut my shoes, pants and had the kickback brake save me a few times. Someone above looking after me many a time, those girls are hard workers and make great videos!

[@adelarsen9776]

Kick back yes. I was looking at the tip of the bar the whole time thinking about kick back and that short bar...

[@donatskeena]

Prevent kickbacks lock your left elbow straight when the saw tip is ever engaged! Getting wacked in the forehead from kickbacks hurts!

[@iffykidmn8170]

@@donatskeena sound advice getting hit in forehead seems like your a pro.

[@JohnSmith-vi5pz]

Best bit is at 9:20 when Emerald decides to just go ahead and pull the start cord before waiting for he dad's long winded instructions to finish. The engine was running while he was still mid-flow!

[@moregold]

Way to go, Emerald! A new skill building. 😊 Your dad is a great instructor.

[@chipcromer]

You're a great Dad and you are doing it right. The proof is your awesome capable family. The things you have taught your girls will be with them and drive the course of their lives.

[@brianstephens8667]

Emerald you handled that thing like a pro! I was so glad to see you put those chaps on though, even though it's in a controlled environment you never know what could happen! Now we gotta get Jade to try it out!

[@markbernier8434]

I was actually surprised this lesson hadn't happened a few years ago. Em is so right. Handling the saw, and she is a strong young woman, in the yard is a far cry from bush work, especially in the winter. I think knowing how and at least some experience would be wise for everyone on the site. She did very well. My best advice, stay very respectful of a very powerful and dangerous tool.

[@KenBreon]

Great comment. Respect, Respect, Respect.

[@ernestospadolesto8126]

The first lumberjack I've seen smiling happily and proudly at work. 🙃 Good training video from the boss man. 👍

[@dennishinkle5010]

Ken i could tell you didnt want to do this. You have very responsible daughters and after all they have seen they will act responsible. Being a good teacher and a good dad. Emerald heres your chance to show your dad he can be proud of the fine young woman you have become when it comes to chainsaws. Jade you now have a chance as well. Well done to all. Thank you for sharing.👍♥️♥️

[@johnhunt3071]

Being pedantic here (and I have never been associated with chainsaws). At 12:18 Dad told Em the brake is on and Em went and picked up the saw. The video cut just after so I may have missed the action but I didn't see Em check the brake. It's a safety thing - never take someone else's word for safety, check it yourself.

[@steventrostle1825]

Respect for you Dad. Emerald always be SURE to be extra careful

[@richandmeaty]

I learned to operate a chainsaw during the day while my dad was at work as a 10 year old. Like a all real man.

[@scottsoper]

👍

[@cuocsonglangnoigogang]

Finally learning how to run a chainsaw shows your dedication to mastering new skills for your projects. Your persistence and enthusiasm are truly inspiring. And I am Floating Village Life.

[@DanPurdy1]

Great instructions by Dad. Glad to see you wearing those lumbering chaps. A quick learn as expected from watching you a lot.

[@ericcartrette6118]

Great job, Dad! I never had anyone to teach me how to properly operate a chainsaw. During my time in a sawmill, I learned by watching others. That is nothing compared to the instruction Emerald just received. The look of excitement on her face is priceless too.

[@scottsoper]

I don't recall watching anyone run a chainsaw. I needed one and just went out and bought one. My approach to running it was/is with a VERY HIGH degree of caution. That is still how I use it!

[@ericcartrette6118]

@@scottsoper Excellent approach! I started running a chainsaw a couple of years before I ever got a job at the mill. But if something with a sharp, spinning chain that can chew through wood like it's nothing doesn't make someone cautious, they shouldn't be anywhere near a chainsaw.

[@johngross8300]

Chaps! Dad caught and taught on the second time she went for the brake with her throttle hand. Cheers!

[@LynnDavidNewton]

In our working life there are many skills we learn to know how they are done, not necessarily so we can do them ourselves. It makes perfect sense to me that someone who runs the saws at a log yard would want to have a bit of hands-on familiarity with chainsaws.

[@garyfrechette8689]

Always have a healthy respect for any power tool you use.

[@brianwait5607]

EM is a natural with the saw, and DAD's instruction was very good too!!

[@smorgdonkey]

I asked my Dad when I was in my mid 40s to show me the 'how to' of chainsaws and he was just not into that at all. He said "if anything ever happened, your mother would never forgive me". So I got a used electric one and started getting the feel for them. I run saws all of the time now, from small Stihl MS 250 to larger ECHO CS 620 PW . This guy is a very safe operator. I never use the chain brake, but I remind myself all of the time, not to let my guard down and to0 be aware of the mechanical demon (the chainsaw).

[@scottsoper]

That is just what a chainsaw is: a mechanical demon!!!

[@JohnSmith-vi5pz]

The chain brake thing had me smiling a bit, my oldest saw hasn't got one as they were yet to be invented.

[@scottsoper]

My first chainsaw did not have a brake on it ether but it IS a good idea!! That is a long time to have a chainsaw to still have one without a brake!!

[@jamesward3254]

I love her Red Hair and French braids , So Beautiful

[@jbbrown7907]

When I was learning these things (before KZbin), the Boss was just being born. I learned on one of the first Husky saws to be imported into this country.

[@MrGrummpy]

I've been using a chainsaw for years. I learned somethings today. Thank you.

[@garymoyer3744]

First Lumber Capital Log Yard video that made me nervous. I think I, may have held my breath. Good job Emerald.

[@DickHowe-c5q]

Emerald, you are awesome!! You can mill, run a chiainsaw, dance, run heavy equipment and I think you could do anything you put your mind to it. I wouldn't be surprised if you started playing a guitar or a piano. Your father is a great teach of all that pertains to wood, obviously. Kutos to him as well.

[@jayminor9757]

I’m just laughing at how much you were liking using the chain saw. She’s got the power!

[@dennisg4053]

Dad is a great Man and a fantastic teacher!

[@dcvariousvids8082]

It’s good to see someone, who not only acknowledges the importance of the chainbrake but actually uses it. I personal won’t use a chainsaw without a working chainbrake. And would much rather break a brakeband here and there, than run the risk of not having one when I need it.

[@jhschmidt2003]

Well taught saw awareness, but everyone missed something. Emerald congratulations on your engagement, noticed the ring when you showed using the brake and at the end.

[@spidersinspace1099]

I know you girls love and respect your father immensely, but now you have a better idea of how hard he works when in the woods all day with that saw. God bless you all.

[@adamstevenson2485]

Once again I love your Dad! I’m a Husky guy also.

[@kurtschindler360]

Chaps, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, face guard/safety classes, and most important a strong dose of continued fear and respect for the chainsaw.

[@scottsoper]

The truth is I have used only the strong dose of continued fear and respect for the chainsaw, which has served me well. (well I guess I used Steel-toed shoes: but those I just wear all the time anyway.)

[@rodolfomendez6886]

Love your dad. ❤❤❤😊

[@charlesrichards6407]

Great job emerald! That’s one of the best chainsaws on the planet . Always remember the rules of where your bar is in a good stance of you girls really impress me! Your whole family is hard-working and you help teach many many people about the lumber industry is and many other things. Tell your mom and dad thank you as well. Have a great day.

[@Terry-nb1yz]

Good morning from Idaho Thank you for this video. My 55 has the compression port. Before this video I used the port to start my saw. And it was always hard to start after the first start. After this video and using my saw in the timber it starts a lot easier at the higher elevation. Thanks again.

[@paulwilliams701]

lol your dad and mom have a great family. They did a good job,

[@dpeter6396]

That was a very good starter lesson! I would only add that it's super important to keep your weight, and the saw, over your feet. Try, without the saw running, moving around to see if you have balance control. You're a dancer, that saw is your partner, and you must have complete dominance over how everything moves. You were on flat ground but there is always something under foot that will try to upset your footing. You must keep your footing!!!

[@nyanko2077]

Fiery hair, check. Orange chainsaw, check. Now you need to get added in a video game as Emerald the chainsaw warrior.

[@seanmccrea1709]

Dad’s pretty damn cool. I like his policies.

[@WayneMoore-b8p]

Love you guys. Dad is a good teacher. But both of you, forgot a must. That is eye protection always!!! 😊

[@scottsoper]

they did not forget. eye protection is not needed in this case.

[@WayneMoore-b8p]

@@scottsoper I have used chainsaws for many years. Being blinded by bark and chain chips is not cool!

[@garynelson234]

Good choice on saw. I started falling at 14. Logged from the time iwas 9 until 30 so I can say you did a admirable job for the first time. 👍 kudos for stepping out of the box. 🕊🙏😇stay safe like the whole operation

[@Maximilian-fs4zw]

Very well explained by a professional and Emerald does a great job with the chainsaw. I love your videos and your mutual respect for each other. Jade's chamber work is also impressive and getting better and better. Keep up the good work.

[@matthewward631]

I gotta say that was a pretty good video. I like that you’re passing down logging/lumber knowledge to your kids. In todays world that doesn’t happen very often. Boss man, your on the right track!

[@KYShepherd]

It looks like you had fun and did a good job. Always be careful and respect the chainsaw as one mistake can end your life. Accidents become more likely when we get too comfortable.

[@BrianForbes-uw6hx]

Emerald you did an awesome job with the chainsaw and you will gain more confidence as time goes on. Dad is a good coach and I’m glad to see you using the chaps as the saw is not forgiving when it kicks back at you. Eye protection is only thing I would use also. 👍❤️

[@scottsoper]

The eye protection is not needed here in the log yard in my opinion.

[@xyzct]

Brian, I saw your common sense comment about eye protection, and, despite Emerald squinting to keep flying wood chips out of her eyes, predicted the first reply would be by the channel's resident white knight, Scott DoucheSoper. He's ridden to the imaginary rescue when I've suggest that loose long hair and dangling jewelry are also dangerous around power equipment. LeDouche just has to disagree, because ... something something something. I'm sure he's also against seatbelts, motorcycle helmets, health and fire insurance, hardhats, electrical grounding, strobe lights on jets, condoms when he uses Grindr for truck stop hookups ...

[@scottsoper]

@@xyzct Your inability to think is astounding!! THINK. You act like the safety expert, how would you solve the real safety problem the Ladies presented to the viewers when they were running the Bells 2000? You can't, because all you got is what people tell you is safety not any understanding of what it really is.

[@normanmallory2055]

Good skills to learn and Amber you did really well ! One important thing I would have discussed was , high speed kick back caused by the nose of the bar coming in contact with material the saw is going to come UP on you very quickly! Every cutter has had it happen to them !

[@stephenkennedy7931]

Great teacher man, and Emerald did a great job. As long as a person keeps in mind at all times that chainsaws can be very dangerous and respects that aspect at all times they are a great tool. God Bless from your Canadian Friend.

[@passerby9123]

Really great chainsaw instruction, and well done Emerald.

[@pcpadrao]

You were great! Congratulations! But always be aware of your safety. God bless you and your beautiful family.

[@perrys5954]

I never tire of hearing a parent praise their kid on a job well done :) Seeing that teaching experience from one generation to the next was great and even if she won't make it a regular thing being able to know how is so important! Seeing that makes me hopeful of teaching my own next generation one day should that be God's will.. Seems like so many never do something ever because its not something they will ever do 'on the regular'. Move past the fear of inexperience and if/when the need (emergency or otherwise) comes up you have a competent person stepping in. Great job dad and lady both! :)

[@AndrewBarboza-b4b]

Nicely done Emerald! Great video. The Bossman is a fantastic teacher.

[@richardkennett3397]

Love your videos and I love seeing that their is still people who are not afraid of hard work and I have to take my hat off to your parents because it looks like to me you have had a proper bringing up!! Good job, keep the videos coming ❤️

[@5827Shadow]

I have nothing but great admiration for your family. I think you guys do a great job. The Boss talked about the brake on the saw, but not why it is on the saw. The break is to help prevent kick-back. Kick-back is when the chain on it's downward path at the tip of the bar comes in contact with something and violently kicks back to your body. Hope this keeps everyone safe.

[@jasonpinnix1905]

I have shown lots of younger kids how to respect a Chain Saw . I use that word because it has No mercy on any part of your body . I am 53 years old and started very young . A few stitches over the years for me so I teach from experience.

[@waitfor0]

cool dad 100% and really good vibe thanks

[@edwarddrost5299]

I watched as you made your very first cut, then I noticed to big smile on your face. 😃 Great job! Your dad will make you into a lady lumberjill before you know it.

[@vladimirrogozhkin]

My first, Husqvarna 137, 2004 year... I love Husq❤

[@427Ron]

Great video and You handled that 390 quite well. Your Dad is a good instructor

[@DanSulyma]

Congratulations on not burying the bar tip into the dirt as too many weekend cutters do. Once you get a feel for the tip you can cut through without your chain scraping the ground. Good job

[@7515-j3w]

Great video. Ran a chainsaw myself cutting firewood. My last saw had an 18inch bar and it was perfect. Dropped a few dead trees that were up to a foot and a half in diameter. Figured out the lean, wedge and back cut and then get back out of the way. Loved it. Kept me warm in the winter too.

[@philliphorton8781]

Stellar Job!!

[@jeffrey3498]

Emerald looks like a natural

[@CarverTup]

Chip of the old block, your a natural💯👌

[@williamdowns1917]

Em, you did a great job! I just use mine around the yard. I'm left handed and operating the chainsaw is the only thing I consistently do right handed and find it perfectly comfortable. I have to be ambidextrous with the circular saw depending on the cut and don't find that comfortable at all. Everything else I do left handed.

[@tonybazz53]

Emerald is a natural, no question about it. Bossman is a great instructor as well. My first saw was a Husky back in the early seventies. It was considered the Ferrari of saws back then, or at least that’s what the salesman said😮 Also ran with a 20 inch bar. I felled timber and bucked up hundreds and hundreds of cords of mixed Vermont hardwoods. Lots of Sugar Maple, Yellow Birch, Red and White Oak, Beech and some Ash as well as the occasional Hard Rock Maple (my favorite) and Iron Wood. The saw flew through green Hemlock or Spruce. Back then Oregon was just becoming popular and that’s all I ran for bars, chains and files. I did a stint on a Timberjack skidder for a number of years as well. Quick story about a local professional giving lessons on chainsaw safety some years back before brakes were mandatory. During his demonstration the bar kicked back hitting him in the face required dozens of stitches followed up with plastic surgery. Never underestimate the unpredictability of using a chain saw. Always remain on guard and super focused. I’m guessing Ken would agree after years and years of daily use you become one with the saw in a Zen like experience.

[@scottsoper]

I like your story! I have not used a chainsaw all that much, but when I do I am very on guard, super focused and deliberate. I often make sure my stance is correct with the chainsaw off, making sure it can't hit me straight down or up. This cowardly approach has served me well !!!

[@johnd5805]

"I think I'd just go home and cook". lol Nothing wrong with that either. I've never used a saw that big. Great job.

[@richardszerepi362]

Wow , fantastic video, if you didn't notice, look how big that smile is ! She is a natural with that and having fun as well.

[@АнтонКотомин-я2ц]

Respect a your father and thanx him for advice))

[@ronaldbrown7780]

Great Job teaching her ( dad )

[@nealanthony3482]

Great video. Your dad is a cool dude. He is a very good communicator.

[@theunknownmodeler3793]

Love it! You did an awesome job! Proud of you!! Your Dad is a great teacher!!!😍

[@richardblair919]

Yep,dad, great caution- amazing kids.

[@josephstevener7499]

Excellent video. Thank you for showing her. Be very careful and I know you’ve been doing this All your life, be very careful standing within range of that saw when someone is operating it. A Young gentleman that I went to school with was cutting logs with his father chainsaw kickback, and the son Yank back on the saw and his father was there. He cut his father head off. Eventually, the young man took his own life. So be very careful standing close when someone is running a saw just in case the saw jams or they slip.

[@VTSteve]

I'd like to see Em wearing a Wood Cutters Helmet with a face screen, and chaps that go down to cover the tops of what I hope are steel toed boots at least, unless they now make Kevlar Boots. Her ankles are exposed, and a slip of the saw could mean a lost foot in seconds. What does Poppa wear in the woods?

[@markbernier8434]

I have to agree. Real sawyers boots for sure. Kevlar fiber inside and a guarantee that it will stop the chain cold.

[@hnorrstrom]

Yes I'd rather wear full protective gear than use the break 24-7 as he did. The first thing people cut into are their boots or lower legs seen it several times.

[@iffykidmn8170]

guarantee he is not wearing short shorts in the woods, but it gets the channel clicks when the girls do.

[@nelsonbergman7706]

Thanks for posting. Emerald was totally enjoying that! Chainsawing bad ass! ❤

[@edwardschmidt753]

Your dad is so good at teaching in this video. This was a wonderful video.

[@kevinking9850]

Good analogy that the saw is part of your body. When it is running, especially in the woods you never let go of it if you trip. You keep it out in front of you even if you do have to take a fall.

[@northwoodsguy1538]

Nice. Ken, great lesson on chainsaw operation. My daughter is 25 and don't think I would have her run a chainsaw. She could do it especially after a lesson from you. She was a dancer and skater in her grade school years but continued with skating but always preferred the ice dancing. She is feisty like Emm and Jade but I think she will stick with Med school. One more year and then residentacy. 😎 Great to have strong confident daughters.