Tree-Work Tips You can Like or Hate. You get to choose. 🤷‍♂️

Those who ENRAGE you, CONTROL you.

[@MrXcrt]

August is like a psychologist/arborist on the help line talking you thru your tree work and helping you maintain an even calmness through it all 😅

[@danielmiddleton8173]

I come here for the tree work. I stay for the knowledge and philosophical nuggets. Thank you.

[@denveryarroll2594]

As always, August again delivers the rare trifecta gift of the technician, the teacher AND the story teller (video producer) combined. Thank you for sharing your gifts with us, August. 👍🍻🍻

[@ratfarmers]

Hah! That white truck ate the orange cone at 5:03

[@danmcburney3247]

It's Awesome to hear your thoughts while you're working, and man I love it when you think to dumb it down for us newer guy's 😉 Awesome little video and job !!! How could she or anyone not love August and crew ? 😁 Love the window guy's old van !!! Thank you August ❤

[@MikeBrooks12550]

Hey August, wow that was efficient! Didn't even mind it being a helmet cam video, still great to see your method, and hear your words explaining it. It's an honor to be able to follow and learn from you from the other side of the country.

[@daveoseas]

Or, the down under side of the world.

[@christopherdorey7687]

Redundant work happens a lot when you’re not sure if you’re correct on what you’re about to do so you do a little extra to make absolute sure that nothing wrong will happen. At least for me I’m only 21 and have started a business so I’m doing everything possible to make sure everything goes perfect. I worked at 2 extremely large tree companies since I was 16 and in that little time I saw a lot go wrong and I strive to do not only better but do everything you need to do to make sure the job goes as planned. And that might call for half hitches on every limb if it makes you comfortable as a climber.

[@daveoseas]

Stay safe. Go well.

[@stuby2014]

Love the fall colors! The guy, sorry, person, across the street has a beautiful lawn. My kinda guy person.

[@philinit6476]

Might make qualified arborists cringe but im starting to climb and do a few jobs for friends and on my own property, been watching youtube videos basically every day for about a year. Im making sure that im not going above my skill level or doing anything over powerlines etc. But man i love it, would be interesting to hear your opionion on people getting out there and doing this kinda work as a hobbie or without going through the classroom and getting the certification etc.

[@Billster1955]

That's how I got started when I was 65 on a Monkey Beaver Saddle. Practiced climbing my oak, cottonwood, and elm. Then, I took a couple of them down. Then, I helped a few neighbors. At 66, I started my solo tree service. I'm 68 now, and I prune or remove 60 trees each year solo. I love this work, and it keeps me fit. I always climb with two positioning lanyards and a climb line in case I accidently cut one. So far, so good. I also don't get in a hurry. A 70' white pine was my tallest removal this year. Keep reading and watching others. There's always more to learn. Stay safe.

[@PurpleNovember]

I’ve heard of several people getting started like that. You’re educating yourself and staying within your skill level, I think it’s great! Keep working towards your goals!

[@philinit6476]

@@Billster1955 that is one fucked up midlife crisis haha, so awesome! you should really make a few videos to show people how you started and how its working out.

[@philinit6476]

@@PurpleNovember thanks man good to hear!

[@facelesspsycho8252]

I don't know to many people that get isa certified before they start climbing its normally the opposite. If you plan I pruning then you need to get the isa study gide and read it so you have a basic understanding of how a tree works so you can make informed decisions for the trees overall health.

[@bradywatcherson498]

I love the casual talk to us KZbin videos. A fickle person once told me not to be ignorant and apathetic. I said I don't know what that means and I don't care. Thanks for the content.

[@paulwright2465]

Did anyone else see the guy run over his cone? 😂 superb video as always August 👌🏽 ❤🇬🇧🪓💪🏽

[@helliguy1]

I keep looking up the street. He took that thing for a ride😂

[@paulwright2465]

He was obviously distracted by August hunicke 🤣

[@jamesrichard6458]

Hey August, sounds like you were having the same day as I had, A no nonsense day. Also if your missing a safety cone the gardening truck dragged it done the street. 🙏🙏

[@Marty54GMC]

I saw that, can't believe the guy didn't see the cone when he walked up to his truck before pulling away.

[@fumagoo1986]

haha @ 5:00 spotted it

[@jimbrewer2893]

Beautiful area. Love the colors of the trees. The cloud inversion near the mountains. Who could complain about that?

[@erlendgreulichfrontierbigw218]

Many folks don’t get to work birch trees…a word of caution…once they loose integrity…watch out. Love those kind of jobs. This video for some reason made me feel peaceful! Thanks

[@NHlocal]

Tree climbing tips and tricks..... .....and some Mr. Miyagi life wisdom sprinkled in. 😉 Keep yourself safe! 😃👍❤🌲 Randy

[@hosocat1410]

I used to do the timber hitch thing when cutting branches because that's what everyone seemed to be doing. But within a year it became obvious to me that a single loop worked fine in almost all cases. Saves time, but also helps keep my hands from fatiguing and cramping up as I'm getting older.

[@user-oz5ke3qt8n]

Good Job August you have a good Gift ( ty Ron )

[@alotl1kevegas860]

August, you have balls of steel. We have Birch trees on our property, and I thought they were super delicate, soft trees. Lol

[@bobwiese6128]

Just as I thought , you are still awesome! God bless. 😊

[@saltybuckeye]

it took me a half an hour to learn that the bowline strangler knot that is one of the most useful things I know now thanks

[@joenewton1988]

The other reason for the half hitch when rigging that you didn't mention is that it can reduce the load on the carabiner by almost half. Not an issue for small stuff but it sure makes a difference in heavier logs when the crab is being cross loaded.

[@dougdiplacido2406]

August you make it look like a symphony. Great video, thanks.

[@S.mcchanic]

The chipper has the hardest job on the site hahaha and I don’t think once I’ve ever thought, damn just a helmet cam viddy?! I love all of your videos. Best in the biz!

[@rayclark9643]

Words of wisdom men...don't go too big for your little spar😊

[@eclipsearchery9387]

Yes it took me till 40 to realize the power thing...just got to remind yourself sometimes...and hats off for another superb video :) The comments section shows how much people appreciate what you do.

[@Billster1955]

I always enjoy watching you work brother. I started recording my work a couple months ago, but I often forget the camera is on my helmet lol. There's not many climbers in my area, so I stay busy even in November. Thanks for sharing the tips and tricks. I always learn something.

[@awesometopics1988]

Excellent job made it look so simple and was done in such a small amount of time ..great money 💰

[@chichitex1252]

The view up high is so beautiful! The red, orange, green and yellow trees. You are in a beautiful part of the world!❤❤❤

[@tompinnef6331]

Yes - thank you for the video. Hope the crew / family and you are doing well. Take care.

[@noonehere1793]

Another master class on doing it right! Thanks👍👍

[@jacquesblaque7728]

I've heard it said that when some people ignorantly want to manage you, you'd best just nod and say "I understand." then proceed about your business. Silently.

[@mayotreeserviceinc9658]

Nice work August! Not only on the tree work but also on the video

[@batmantiss]

5:07 "those could've been guests...at her wedding!"

[@SpiDermonkey2499]

They wer coooones! Lololol

[@batmantiss]

@@SpiDermonkey2499 YASSSSSS!

[@MB-bn9ou]

"The Flamingo, I didn't make up the move but I named it"! Any climber who has smashed their foot before. And now has learned to move his foot out the way. Will now call it "The Flamingo" in their heads. From this day forward. Hahaha Be safe out there but have fun!!

[@mudhustle]

Probably one of my fav vids amongst every other one you put out. I was up in a tall beech tree and it was leaning over a shed pretty far. It was super solid and had no decay but it was just getting super slim and i felt bad not being able to keep going up further and also just keeping my climb line up there and using it to pull down the tree but i was working by myself and have not had that much climbing experience so far on anything other that pines. What im trying to convey is that your expierience and wisdom really rub of on me and i feel like your videos are some of my most looked forward to and cherished if i were to look back on in 10-20 years. Thank you

[@donnamurphy5698]

I love watching you and wish that you were close enough that you could come get rid of the miniature forest I have in my backyard that is all laden with termites

[@jamesnelson6848]

Laughed out loud at the "Thats harder" comment. Neat job thoroughly explained and demonstrated 👍👍

[@paradise6399]

Your a tree monk, full of wisdom knowledge and understanding and on the path to ever increasing enlightenment! Thanks August something about your babbling is encouraging inspiring and dare I say nourishing!

[@christopherdorey7687]

Ps I literally love you and your crew. Like inspiring as inspiration can be. You signed a book for me at last years tree show in charlotte and I almost fainted when you saw you not on a video but in actual day to day life!!!

[@dag221]

This was the best and most entertaining tree cutting video I've seen yet from anyone. A small tree but lots of actions and decision making. Keep up the good work and stay safe.

[@boomupengineering]

I also use nubs, branches etc to my advantage. Working efficiently is the safest way.

[@tatefelton8966]

I've been climbing trees for a few years now and I pretty confident doing any and everything when it comes to rigging bur you still do make it look so easy haha

[@JLMTreeService]

Well then... you tore that little wiper snapper a new one🤣🤣👍

[@jackberdine]

I love the half hitch to add on another piece to the rig line

[@ClellWise]

Nice little tree August. I never had any doubt you and the crew would win the lady over. Always thanks for sharing your thoughts

[@danowen9142]

Thx for those quiet words while the maple leaves blew past August. I've been needing them for quite a while now.

[@anthonygalipo9875]

Always awesome information stay safe

[@richardf9137]

Love to have that window cleaning van!

[@1eingram]

Thank you for allowing me the choice in such matters. I wasn't aware that you were in charge of these things, but I will certainly consider that in my future deliberations.

[@runninonempty820]

Apex and apathy. Two words I really don't use that often, but today I think I'll try to use both of them in one sentence.

[@polderfischer8565]

Tears in my eyes seeing all that nice firewood disapearing in that chipper.... But good work!

[@nathankelly7259]

The window cleaner van 😎 so cool

[@jefferyturner1920]

excellent as always.

[@jamestylergoyns2980]

Thank you Mr.Hunicke, might have been a fluke, but you saying that couldn't have come at a more important time for me in my life, thx.

[@wrstew1272]

Efficiency is the key 🤟 👍

[@daveoseas]

Awesome teaching 😊

[@mississippijohn1432]

Great video and a wonderful job explaining things. Catch you on the next one homie

[@thelikebutton3176]

I just took down a tree today in the worst weather. It was an “easy” tree so I pushed through the bad weather and got it down safely… 10 minutes after I left the site the homeowner called me to say that the tree right next to the one I took down just blew over in the wind.

[@Eastcoasttreeguy]

Good work and tips August.

[@UBO58]

Did you ever talk about your favorite way to sharpen your chain? Just freehand with a round file or any other method?

[@maximilianogundianreinke3843]

Did somebody saw the white truck smashing a cone ? Looked like landscape company 🤣.

[@daveinky]

Yep, still here. Watching and learning. Don't forget your apple on your desk I left for ya. 🤣

[@arboristBlairGlenn]

Birch trees can be a problem as they often decay badly.

[@GO-xs8pj]

The Mystery Mobile was repurposed to do windows. :-) You make cutting down trees look easy and it is a hard job.

[@WikkedR1]

Monkey Beaver Meanderings. Love it!

[@PKMNHUB]

i need to buy some tree gear this is so fun to watch

[@BaumpflegeMertens]

Have a nice day , stay save and buissy! Greetings from germany

[@redbeard7196]

this is great.

[@krissingh4015]

Thank you for teaching! I hope you are OK?

[@ongridself-reliantfamily1751]

Thanks for the back to basics technique video. I really appreciate it. Technique on spikes with leaning stems is where I am struggling right now. Just can't seem to stay stable and get into a solid position to make a cut.

[@grb101uk]

Use climbing line to choke stem/ srt style . Also you can work from underside of the stem ;) enjoy and be safe bud

[@nhmountains5683]

Nice job August.

[@lars277]

Good advice.

[@billyshumate853]

Nice video and good job guys

[@stewardslandscape]

When someone says "I had problems with the last 3 guys" I know I don't want to be #4. I'll pass.

[@patrickwinde9802]

Mr august we all know you're a zig zag man but the biggest flaw of it is non midline and eyes don't pass through it just got a new rope ftc nigma that can pass through it and it's fantastic

[@darylmorgan867]

Hay August I enjoy your videos, they remind me of the good old days. Here is an idea can you make a comparison of things you would definitely in your older videos. I am not saying you did anything wrong. Guest an idea for the winter slowdown

[@andrehak]

Nice cohesion, I like working with groundies like these. Not to mention having a mentor like this, thanks brohter. Proverbs 27:17

[@andrehak]

What do you wanna talk about, brother? How is things going?

[@AugustHunicke]

Thanks, a bit rough.

[@andrehak]

@@AugustHunicke I'll pray the prayer I just did for myself, for you then. Take strength out of the cross.

[@robinelston5966]

😥You have my prayers.@@AugustHunicke

[@jeremybuchanan4759]

Technically, those (distribution) power lines are considered "medium" voltage (likely 15 kV). "High" voltage (transmission) lines are 69 kV or more. So no worries! :)

[@jodypaul1950]

I just keep a throw ball on my Biner at all times so I don’t have to keep taking it off and puting it back on when I advance my line.

[@Deathfromblaow]

Going to climb my first tree today. I’ve been to climbing classes but never climbed for a customer. Hope it goes smoothly lol

[@treeman0924]

3rd day in my monkey beaver 2.0. Never thought I could have comfort in a harness. 5 star comfort 5 star usage and 5 star easy set up

[@_TN.youtube]

Mr . Hunicke, when climbing drt would a rope sheath for the first few feet of rope on your eye splice end help with always grabbing the "right" end if the rope? I've just noticed that a lot of climbers grab both legs and have to separate them to find out which is the right side to pull. Hope this makes sense. Thank you for all your time you spend on these videos

[@KenGray]

Wait, wait, wait.... I get to choose? Man, that's a pretty sweet deal. I'll take 2.

[@nigelsears7191]

always enjoy your videos but when you talk to us as though we are there and its just us a singular its kinda extra special

[@raymonddonovan3297]

The window cleaners van was dialed.

[@wednesdar452]

Come for the tree work... stay for the philosophy! "Apathy's good because then... who cares?!?"

[@fern6114]

Birch a very good firewood…

[@johndurant8687]

redundancy for no reason is redumbdancy!

[@dustinmarquand5301]

Wheres the ford?! Love that green machine .

[@JohnNahory]

Anyone else notice the landscaper run over and drag away the cone?

[@raystomberski4480]

Always a great job and videos,can you tell me what chain saw hook do you have on your saddle, thanks

[@AugustHunicke]

A caritool that I modified

[@lloydlisk6947]

Do ya clip the rope around the limb in a specific direction which side of the limb should the clip be on 😉

[@robinelston5966]

I found myself wondering why the term "flatness" seemed so familiar, Then I remembered as a former commercial HVAC tech that I used to toss burned out 2 hp condenser fan motors from the top of equipment rooms to the ground and only when the motor axis was perfectly parallel to the ground did one get the very satisfying thump of flatness, I would strive for that every time. So flatness is not entirely unique to the life of an arborist.

[@sonnyblazer5504]

So what is the big deal with a HELMET CAM? Could well be a toilet seat CAM as long as we see YOU - the *AUGUST* at his craft!!! COOL, our leaves are the same color as yours here (on the east coast!) Your CAMERA ANTICS are too cool - THANKS!

[@jon592xp]

Would that tree been better done with the bucket truck normally. Realizing that was a climbing lesson ? Good job, Thanks.

[@AugustHunicke]

Nah

[@nicklarson685]

Nice Video. What micro block is that?

[@banzaii6285]

That lawn across the street tho...is that even real grass? 😆....

[@AugustHunicke]

Nope

[@tealjacks9125]

flamingo king you be 🤠😎🤠..you aint seen me right.......😎

[@darrengarlough5121]

Been looking at buying a new top Handel was considering husky’s battery saw. Anyone have a suggestion?

[@pfv3462]

which pulley did you use to lower this branch?