It's your life, pursue your dream. Damien’s channel below / @damien12309
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@michaelpoland13372 жыл бұрын
August Hunicke, arborist, educator, cinematographer, inspirational speaker, poet. Thank you!
@Thetreefella2 жыл бұрын
Well said...💚🌳💚🌳👊👍
@arklandscape23502 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing,!
@arklandscape23502 жыл бұрын
I'm from Yuma,, but thought I was from San Diego:) I'm older starting out . .. what rigging setup you recommend?
@chrisflannery55462 жыл бұрын
And much much more!
@lukecarvell7982 жыл бұрын
The pain is real, but the rewards are far greater
@tompinnef63312 жыл бұрын
I pursued my dream job - 3 ruptured disks and 31+ years in the fire service. I retired but miss it every day. But it's a young mans job. Thank you for the video - hope the crew / family and you are doing well. God Bless..... be safe.
@robyn-mareepenny29262 жыл бұрын
That was Magic! Loved this upload, loved the speech, loved the work. You had me thinking I could do anything I wanted and for a moment I felt like I was fresh out of high school with pockets full of potential and not 44 with a wrecked body. I hope your message reaches many.
@jillmenter56282 жыл бұрын
Love watching poetry in motion. The dance of those limbs was like a ballet. Thank you.
@erickelley54402 жыл бұрын
Thank you for all the explanations, I’m a few years into climbing so I can follow the ideas overall but the small details are really insightful.
@darcyletourneau54932 жыл бұрын
Man, thanks for the speech at the end, really. I hope one day you get to find out just how many of us were inspired by it, and at just the right time.
@littlebrookreader949 Жыл бұрын
I remember certain subjects I choose for school curriculum … subjects I found to be distinctly NOT for me! I couldn’t be an arborist. I couldn’t do what you do the way you do it. But I love to watch people who love what they do and truly know how to do it with a good spirit. You do all that and make the hard, dangerous work look fun. Love it!
@seymoursturgill71452 жыл бұрын
Just wanna say thank you for everything you do to get good video I appreciate you taking the extra time to explain and teach in great detail I have learned so much for this channel. Absolutely enjoy watching you and Damien aloft never a dull moment
@Kdot_osrs2 жыл бұрын
His angles are so perfect. All the different cameras are amazing!!!! Please just keep up what your doing. I’ve been climbing for ten years and I’m still learning new tricks. I’ve been following you since I started and I’ve learned so many little tricks to show my boss. He’s a old school climber. So these new techniques are nice to try thanks August and thanks to your team for protecting you. Y’all keep up the amazing videos 👌🏼
@littlebrookreader949 Жыл бұрын
Oh, wow. Nature AND Nurture BOTH. You obviously have both! Your team works really well together. Blessings to all! ❤️❤️❤️
@rogerbamatutz19272 жыл бұрын
Well said August. You and crew work together with precision and grace.
@IBwatchin42962 жыл бұрын
Killer video, great breakdown on the redirect and rigging and some quality Dad talk to finish it up!. Focus ,execute and follow your dreams.👌
@billyshumate8532 жыл бұрын
Great vidja August and some great advice. Take care and have a blessed weekend and I'll see you on your next vidja.
@NHlocal2 жыл бұрын
August, I absolutely love the last couple minutes of the video(the "epilogue"). Pursuing what we really love..... I could not agree more. 😎👊 And again, you and the crew making a lot of hard work look "easy". 😉 Those limb sweeps over the roof were "epic"..... Thanks for another great video and keep yourselves safe! 😃👍❤️🌲 Randy
@bluepvp9002 жыл бұрын
He's got good points. I'd add this, I'm 50 now and you're going to have pain and suffering whether you go for it or not, so you might as well put in all you have towards your Will Smith so at least you get to do something that turns you on before the end.
@omarvieragonzalez7177 Жыл бұрын
Hey 👋 guys, I love the way you show and explain everything. I used to do trees from 02 till 2015 it makes me feel good about it God bless you all and be safe out there
@Brian-Mondeau37 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video august! I created an account just so I could comment on this one. The explanations, the seeing what's going to happen a couple moves before it actually happens, thorough planning. Mind blowing work man, love this channel love your message to the world. The rigging line and speed line combo was so impressive! And the roof barely got touched!! Amazing job
@sonnyblazer55042 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this content full EXTENDED version with a SHOUT OUT to YOUR "CHILDREN" as they journey through their life. "THEY" can do or be anything/anyone they choose! God bless you all and thanks! Sonny
@rustysteel87142 жыл бұрын
You're such an INSPIRATION, August! Thanks!
@rdjeffrey2 жыл бұрын
This was such a great video. I am a Controls Designer in Windsor Ontario Canada, about as far from you in miles as well as profession. But wow, you guys are living your work. Inspiring.!! Keep on
@nicklambing92682 жыл бұрын
Nice job August, from an older fire department high angle rescue specialist to a younger tree rigging specialist! I usually tend toward some of the old school stuff, being from an old school background. Nick, North West Farmer
@StrayWolfForge2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your experience/wisdom.
@jackpierce53542 жыл бұрын
August, I really appreciate your comments about pursuing what you are pasionate about for work. Clearly you've done that, so you speak from your experience. It was the same for me.
@dougdiplacido24062 жыл бұрын
Great video and inspirational message. Thanks.
@therealdior83592 жыл бұрын
F N AWESOME VIDEO BRO!! I’m hyped watching it, n love being a arborist even more n can’t wait to go to work Monday. Yah got my sub,!! Thanks for a great n educational video. Definitely going to yah channel n watch all yah videos
@kevinhammatgameoftrees70802 жыл бұрын
Great editing August. Good advise for career day. I particularly liked “trial and error and GRACE.” Grace is too seldom remembered in a field so filled with bravado.
@TheCreaTaur6 ай бұрын
Nice BlackPink reference lol and great video! I'm at a crossroads with changing my career right now, and even though I'm not 100% sold on Arborist YET, you've given me a lot of valuable insight to think about. Right now, all I know is I love being outdoors and helping others in concrete ways, and it seems like you get to do that often, so thank you for this content!
@Doofsquad2 жыл бұрын
August, that was a slick speed line trick making that limb ride the line! Always enjoy your videos man!
@thetruth58362 жыл бұрын
Thank you for going to so much trouble to bring us your excellent tree work knowledge.
@splatterize2 жыл бұрын
I agree with your thoughts and perspective. I thank you and all the crew for the pleasant and thought provoking content. I love you all. Peace.
@jessel88332 жыл бұрын
You guys do fantastic work & awesome videos. There are tons of hard working folks, doing similar work that you guys do -- But, your videos really take you up close & personal -- with tons of good info to direct professionals in good directions to keep learning & enhancing skills; as well as, customers seeing how professional work should & can be done the right way -- Safe & successful.
@otisthaman Жыл бұрын
August this is so cool ! I really like watching you work, I have learned a lot. I enjoy your commentary. It really helps me understand why your doing the things you do.
@bradywatcherson4982 жыл бұрын
Great video, I like when you talk about how you're doing things. Loved the advice at the end; my 18 year old son just started a 2 year arboriculture program...I hope he watches this video! And ya.......that 194 sounds like you could stop the chain by hand. 🤣 I always appreciate the vids, thanks.
@JaacKo972 жыл бұрын
Legend , really learn a lot from your channel , goodman it’s appreciated
@131dyana2 жыл бұрын
You did an amazing job there. thank you for taking us along.
@rainmaker1852 жыл бұрын
Another awesome video, August and Damien! One of your best. Thank you
@AugustHunicke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@richardmorse12732 жыл бұрын
I concur 👍 Great vid guy's 👍
@considertheravens71002 жыл бұрын
Very wise words of understanding and knowledge at the end.
@scottatkinson10822 жыл бұрын
It is enjoyable watching you. I miss the days when I was topping and removing trees. Equipment is so important... Well done...
@SlickCat2 жыл бұрын
Its amazing watching you guys work. Love the video.
@georgepauls29112 жыл бұрын
August, yes I’d love to! Spent some time in Colorado at 9,000 ft cutting Bark Beetle killed Lodge Pole Pines to create a buffer for a friends cabin, now in Eastern Pennsylvania we are dealing with the Emerald Ash Borer that’s devastating all the Ash trees and we are beginning to feel the effects of the Spotted Lantern Fly. I’ve been spending a fair bit of time dropping Ash trees on friends properties as they don’t know what to do, been using articulated lifts, but slowly getting the gear and trying to learn to climb, at 63 I’m having a ball, mostly due to you, Buckin and Jake!!!! Thanks for all the great videos you’ve made as it’s the best education one can get Sorry to hear about your back, I’m in a similar state with the motto “better living thru chemistry”
@1975dbryant2 жыл бұрын
George Pauls, very inspiring stuff. I love hearing about the older guy's having much fun with their accomplished canopy time. I'm 46 and 4 years green with tree work. Learning from August helps me to appear to be, not so green🤙💪😎
@hallmark25112 жыл бұрын
Excellent advice by the way sir...
@leerichards30322 жыл бұрын
Thanks brother it's like your speaking my thoughts. Rig on brother rig on💪
@stevebrough3042 жыл бұрын
I can truly appreciate everything that you had going on with the speed/rigging lines. Your years of experience always shine brightly under these circumstances. I love how you support your kids to be great humans at whatever they decide to pursue. Thanks for another great video August, Damien, and crew...
@Shadow233t2 жыл бұрын
Still chainsaw is good maybe you are planning too much
@paulmoody51382 жыл бұрын
Hey Champion, My first climbing saw Was/Is MS193t, after watching your clip, I Now have Gone to the Echo 2511 with a standard 12" but am uping it to a 14", Cheers and Thanks for Doing what you Do, Moody
@CootShooter2 жыл бұрын
I'm no arborist, just researching some climbing techniques and such for saddle hunting and through the wormhole I ended up here. Couldn't stop watching through the entire process. You guys are amazing. Great camera work on top of the great tree work.
@TheGreyGhost_of43rd4 ай бұрын
😂
@lpconserv607411 күн бұрын
Super great video. Called my wife in to watch it with me. yes, follow your dream path and do not give up. Im 72 and because my chosen work doesnt require me to do such strenuous work, I can still take on the technically challenging projects no one else wants to do. So your premise is correct, if you love it, it is easy to get up and go get it done....
@That.Skinny.Climber Жыл бұрын
August gives me the motivation to start my own Tree Service this year. I come from a family of Timberfellers and love the fact that I can still carry on the family tradition. My wife's family also were climbers and fellers. Makes my heart melt that my 6 year old daughter wants to be in a tree asap 😊
@Unclehuck666 Жыл бұрын
Started my own company this year too, and my 6 year old boy wants my top handle saws so bad. Good luck from one new company owner to another!
@theFunzyBear2 жыл бұрын
Yes, yes, We just LOVE your vids! ❤️ Thank you to all of the awesome team for all the hard work each of you do to safely complete each successful job! 👍 - Kim
@darronmalonetowingchannel2 ай бұрын
August I've learned so much about rigging and physics from intensively watching you work today i added how to respectfully warn a employee about dangerous mistakes. Thanks brotatoechip
@iainwilliamson37212 жыл бұрын
Thanks for an awesome video, and message!
@MrXcrt Жыл бұрын
I’m not trying to be an arborist but if I’m going to cut n trim these trees of mine I guess I’ll be learning everything August Hunicke , Guilty of Treeson & BinoH have to offer, purchased all of my safety equipment, ropes an ascenders-descenders and I’m almost ready to start on a tree and slowly begin the art of climbing and trimming safely! Thanks and keep posting your work
@johnmehaffey99532 жыл бұрын
Have to agree with your epilogue I was in construction and the satisfaction you got when walking away from building a house from a hole in the ground to a family making it a home, yes it was hard work and it eventually damaged my spine beyond repair but people coming up to you and thanking you for doing a good job it was worth it
@darnelljenkinson74072 жыл бұрын
Spoken like a true surfer. Maybe I'll see ya in Brookings or crescent beach. Be safe and God bless
@canadianbacon82202 жыл бұрын
Thank you from a small tree service in northern Ontario 🙏❤️🇨🇦
@rongray89342 жыл бұрын
From one trimmer to another, nice job, nice and fluid.
@bobpearce36652 жыл бұрын
Great video, great commentary, well done.
@iamgauty36472 жыл бұрын
This is why August gets the big bucks. Great rigging. Been a fan 3 years now. One of your best brother....
@GroundFN12 жыл бұрын
Love watching your videos lot of education thank you
@ExDubxC2 жыл бұрын
keep going thru the doors that open for you. straight up. as long as they're opening in the right direction.
@thomas95652 жыл бұрын
Omg that dreaded, while you’re here extra tree. I love the response, “well if I had climbing gear”. You Fing nailed it 😂🤣😂🤣
@steelonius2 жыл бұрын
We do pruning as well as removals and they always add something.
@donaldburg75322 жыл бұрын
If you tube was around earlier, I definitely would have been an arborist!!! I still might be looking for a job later , I like the hard work..
@davidcoven42942 жыл бұрын
Yet another great video August I always learn something new watching man thank you p.s when are we going to see a video with the Unicender in it ?
@dwaynemadsen9642 жыл бұрын
Adam is the best! Even the Head Monkey Beaver Himself asks for his rigging advice. Y'all stay safe!
@saliemi12 жыл бұрын
Awesome and I like when you said wangle dangle to do what is needed and be safe. August did you feel like Spiderman flying in and out of the trees? I think Spiderman was watching your vids.. 😂😂
@jdmiller71382 жыл бұрын
We've been running 5 x MS194T s for over a year now. Ended up getting them when there were not any 201s available in our region. All 3 crews have at least one. Gets used both on the ground an in the tree. So far we have been sticking with the .043 guage on either a 16" Stihl or Tsumura bar. Tried an .050 16" on one of the saws and quickly changed it back. These are great for new climbers by the way.....good training saw, fell a bit better than the 192 or 193 even though they are almost identical. BTW, muff mod and an Iridium plug do wonders for these.
@dster2302 жыл бұрын
I work in telecom and use a 194t for topping/felling poles. Its been a very impressive saw so far, we used it to chop up a pretty wet 20" pole last week and it buzzed right through.
@TheGreyGhost_of43rd4 ай бұрын
Facts. Always one by my chipper also.
@BG-vq9fd2 жыл бұрын
Exceptional video, crew, and technique. My neighbor had a dead tree taken down yesterday. They didn't need to climb but I noticed a Monkey Beaver harness in his truck. He said he had had it about a month. He used 2 saws MS880 and MS500i.
@AugustHunicke2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for commenting 💪🏼
@treedragons2 жыл бұрын
If you are mechanically adept, the 193 and 194 benefit greatly from a muffler mod and timing advance. They are a different saw afterwards. Also the Stihl 150 and 151's gain a lot from those simple mods. You will have to tune the carb after also. I've ran a 193 for years and it is neck and neck with my 201T.
@kalebdeese31922 жыл бұрын
The 150 really surprised me with a timing advance and muffler mod.
@jeffdupuis98532 жыл бұрын
I got a 193 with muffler mod well broken in and it does rip fast is the 201 TC
@northmantreeandgarden2 жыл бұрын
You were on fire this day man, inspirational as always. Honor to have randomly met you and the guys after TCIA at the airport. Signed, Kyle (American dude living in France)
@AugustHunicke2 жыл бұрын
Kyle! Thanks 👊🏼😎 face with the name 🤠
@markzick92362 жыл бұрын
I like your videos with Chris Stanley. He's a great industry rep. Would like to see Chris and your crew demonstrate more products.
@lindataylor68352 жыл бұрын
leashing all those limbs together was magical to watch ( dark arts ) gosh i laughed ! i have no idea what you are saying 99% of the time ,but it sure is fun to watch you buddy !
@AugustHunicke2 жыл бұрын
Hahaha, thanks.
@spelunkerd2 жыл бұрын
I've seen you do those half hitches in other videos, thanks for the explanation. Clearly you've got a good understanding of how the limb will move. I wonder if some of the time saved in the tree is eaten up by extra work on the ground to untangle it all.
@AugustHunicke2 жыл бұрын
Easier to “untangle” a half hitch. It’s not even tied. Once the line is slack it can pop right out. More pc approved methods are clove hitches on every one or slings on every one. The advantage of the half hitch method shown is speed up above and below.
@jroachaholic2 жыл бұрын
Love your videos and most of the monkey beaver product line! I run a 194t with a 14” panther bar and when set up like that it’s a little ripper but when I first got it with the stock 16” bar it was garbage even with the right chain!
@doozerakapuckfutin2 жыл бұрын
You effect more people than you know in the most effective way without trying sir …
@AugustHunicke2 жыл бұрын
👊🏼😎
@dan-dan-da-treeman2 жыл бұрын
Awe yeah!!!! In the office making it happen! Nice walking of the limbs.🪓🪓🪓🪓🪓. The dark side of old skool. 🔗🪚. ✌️👉. I am trying to do what I what....thanks August. I see a crack too.....🙂. The reward at the end with a happy client is the love!
@Propsman4166 ай бұрын
A wonderful Career Day gift for your kids and for all of us. Thank you.
@samren16612 жыл бұрын
Very nice technique 👌
@lanceblack8882 жыл бұрын
Couldn’t agree with you more about “keep pushing!” That’s a great days work: precision, tree yoga, no damage to property, perfection. My question is: “why did they let those trees grow so big next to their cabin in the first place?”
@krustysurfer Жыл бұрын
They are surrounded by big trees... No way around it
@justus76632 жыл бұрын
LOVE YOUR CHANNEL AND WHAT YOU DO! You have a great crew as well, keep up the good work, have FUN and God Bless! Stay Safe! :-) NiceSeeingYou :-)
@sandsock2 жыл бұрын
august. you sound so much better. glad your recovering
@jamesrockland96162 жыл бұрын
This video made me realize the ONE profession I would (could) never pursue. Mad respect to all arborists who, evidently, have balls of steel !
@opasgarage44232 жыл бұрын
Awesome job! You can tell Mr. Hunicke is 100% confident in his ability at 39:40 in the video.
@phillipparker68782 жыл бұрын
love the overhead one handed chain saw cuts lol
@Icehso1402 жыл бұрын
My last big pine was the first I was going to zipline the branches, but I got lazy and dropped it in one shot...because I could. I still wanna zipline my next tree as an end to my part-time cutting days now that I'm officially retired. Then I can retire the spurs as well. I was always called when the big boys were 12 ft from the edge of the house...long before cranes and boom trucks. Somehow managed to escape the tree climbers shin scars from lazy steps with the spurs. Quitting while I'm ahead sounds good. Great video.
@FamilyPlantingInspiration Жыл бұрын
Funny you saying that I’m a surfer but never became professional but probably is the best thing to do in life for me. In terms of physical, mental and spiritual health. But after having a baby not even 2yo yet I stopped surfing to work more and be besides him and wife. I’ve been landscaping for years doing agroforestry and finally getting some fruit trees and removals to do I’m totally passionate about climbing. Maybe looking for those epic moments! Thank you for inspiring me !
@micdiva2 жыл бұрын
I find it amazing he can even focus on filming while up there. When I climb I'm so Lazer focused with the task at hand that I'd forget to film
@erlendgreulichfrontierbigw2182 жыл бұрын
Find your ‘dream’, put yourself at the center of it…with passionate intent…manifest your dream into a life lived well…thank you as always for sharing your thoughts.
@eddiemcgee17782 жыл бұрын
Ha August how about a review on the AX19 tell what you think about it. Im looking into getting one. Would be great full for your opinion on it . Thanks keep up the great videos !!!!
@TheFlash_Gordie2 жыл бұрын
The first person view of the swing over to other tree was 🔥🔥👌
@scottmarshall67662 жыл бұрын
I always figured I'd expose my 2 sons to a ton of stuff and they'd find their "Will Smith" - they did. My younger son Brad is doing what I did, and his brother Greg found his own thing. Teach them to learn, the rest is up to them. Good advice, and I like the Zombie example. Focus. The tree video weren't bad either. PS - Lovin the 16" Panther setup on my 2511T. She pulls every inch of it solid. (exhaust mod only) Thanks guys!
@chichitex1252 Жыл бұрын
Great video!❤
@dustingould75062 жыл бұрын
Great video and camera work too.
@thef1sh172 жыл бұрын
Days that require precision like this are maybe the hardest, but when it's over and you just have to clean up and not make repairs or say sorry about breaking something, they are the most fulfilling.
@jeffhalla7772 жыл бұрын
Half hitches in series when cut roll over into a clove hitch it looks like. Very cool
@MJPeddler2 жыл бұрын
Great episode August!
@MJorgy52 жыл бұрын
The rigging in this episode is insanely cool. Surely, don't get the rope crossed up on those half-hitch bundles.
@blaircox15892 жыл бұрын
No sir, scared of heights. More specifically, the sudden stop. I do however love the sound and smell of chainsaws and watching your amazing videos. You're the Mike Holmes of trees.
@lbm5335 Жыл бұрын
Dear August, definetly with you on the fact hat it's a hard ilfe... I however find the hardest part in my short tree work life (not quite 2 years) has been bosses and colleagues, not the tree work itself. I love the rough work, being out in the cold and rain, coming home with dirty face and clean money. And although I'm still afraid at many times, I slowly get more confident up there. I even don't care so much about the shitty salaries we get paid here in Germany. I've changed companies three times, but somehow until now the people I work for and even often also the colleagues there are not very supportive, sometimes are even plain disrespectful or mean, won't really invest time in training me but at the same time demand I be faster and/or they make me feel like they don't take me seriously. I'm quite sure I would be much better tree worker by now if I had proper training and a supportive atmosphere. not sure how to go forward and i'm getting tired of throwing myself against that glass. Any advice on how to get better even in the work atmosphere sucks?
@chrisbenson7577 Жыл бұрын
You're off to a good start. What you lack now is just taking ownership of your own knowledge and acquiring more knowledge. When I was little, I wanted to join the U.S. Airforce as a Pararescueman. I had to obtain an alternate pathway since I was medically disqualified from joining the Armed Forces altogether, and came to a close second as a nurse on a medical helicopter. There's a lot of stuff in between there though-I was given the basics for obtaining this goal through my nursing education, but EVERYTHING else I had to come by on my own by seeking it out. Once I got the basics in, then I had to internalize many of those concepts while learning new material. Then when that was obtained, internalize that so that it was second nature while learning something more. I had little formal instruction for much of my path, until near the end. But overall, it makes you better because you can take your time doing it. Watching August is a good start, Bucking Billy Ray is another, Guilty of Treeson...there are plenty out there to learn from. Take a technique, be it some knots or setting up lines and learn those down solid, then do some stuff on your own by setting them up in trees around your house or neighborhood. Once the confidence is there, the right job(s) will come around easier and more frequently.
@rezamohammadi7480 Жыл бұрын
Very nice job man
@francochanfrau75732 жыл бұрын
August hunicke at 53 still climbing like a young buck . Respect to this man , he is a motivator in the tree community.
@joehenington66663 ай бұрын
Not planning on doing full time like y’all. Just small jobs here and there. So the T 540i xp should handle most of it. But boy, that little echo sounds mean! As always thanks for the vids and knowledge!