The Backyard Lumberjack
The Backyard Lumberjack

Author: Frank Philbrick

Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC

Published: 2012-10-12

Total Pages: 177

ISBN-13: 1603421726

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Whether you’re splitting a cord of wood for your fireplace or managing acres of woodland, The Backyard Lumberjack provides plenty of practical instruction and firsthand advice. Familiarize yourself with the proper equipment and safety gear, then learn how to fell, buck, split, and stack your own wood supply for the season. Veteran lumberjacks Frank Philbrick and Stephen Philbrick cover everything you need to know to bring a tree from the forest to your fireplace, safely and effectively.

Fred & the Lumberjack
Fred & the Lumberjack

Author: Steven Weinberg

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2017-09-12

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 1481429833

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"Fred has built a den. But not just any den. His DREAM DEN. Problem is, it's missing one small thing ... Maybe the lumberjack he meets in the woods can help!"--

The Woodland Homestead
The Woodland Homestead

Author: Brett McLeod

Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC

Published: 2015-07-10

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 1612123503

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Put your wooded land to work! This comprehensive manual shows you how to use your woodlands to produce everything from wine and mushrooms to firewood and livestock feed. You’ll learn how to take stock of your woods; use axes, bow saws, chainsaws, and other key tools; create pasture and silvopasture for livestock; prune and coppice trees to make fuel, fodder, and furniture; build living fencing and shelters for animals; grow fruit trees and berries in a woodland orchard; make syrup from birch, walnut, or boxelder trees; and much more. Whether your property is entirely or only partly wooded, this is the guide you need to make the best use of it.

Basic Welding for Farm and Ranch
Basic Welding for Farm and Ranch

Author: William Galvery

Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC

Published: 2019-03-19

Total Pages: 257

ISBN-13: 1612128785

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Farmers, ranchers, and homesteaders who know how to weld can repair and even fabricate some equipment on their own, saving both time and money. Basic Welding for Farm and Ranch introduces this crucial skill and covers the most popular techniques used by the home hobbyist and DIY devotee, with chapters and detailed illustrations dedicated to oxyacetylene welding (or gas welding), stick welding, MIG, and arc welding, as well as brazing and soldering. Along with guidance on equipment selection and use, and safety precautions, this book offers 12 projects and repairs commonly faced on the small farm or homestead, with step-by-step photography guiding readers through building a wall-mount hay feeder, repairing a garden rake, making horseshoe hooks, and more.

Tree Faller's Manual
Tree Faller's Manual

Author: ForestWorks

Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING

Published: 2011-01-12

Total Pages: 120

ISBN-13: 0643102280

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The Tree Faller’s Manual is an essential handbook for forest operators and others who need to fell trees manually using a hand-held chainsaw. This manual builds on the information provided by the Chainsaw Operator’s Manual. Tree felling is a high risk activity. Many fatalities and serious injuries have occurred as a result of being struck by falling trees, dislodged tree limbs or other dangers in the area. Most of these accidents are caused by using unsafe felling techniques and not following safe work procedures. This manual will guide the faller to safer work techniques. The manual is based on the national competency standards for the forest and forest products industry where tree-felling is covered using three categories: basic, intermediate and advanced. Basic tree felling applies to trees that are relatively small, with a single stem and no defects. Intermediate tree felling covers trees with single or multiple stems, limited defects, and lean and weight distribution that can be adapted to felling direction. Advanced tree felling applies to larger and more complex trees and includes trees deemed to be more hazardous. Workplace safety, risk assessment and site preparation are included along with the theory, techniques and tools for each of the tree-felling categories.

Storey's Curious Compendium of Practical and Obscure Skills
Storey's Curious Compendium of Practical and Obscure Skills

Author: How-To Experts at Storey Publishing

Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC

Published: 2020-09-15

Total Pages: 345

ISBN-13: 1635861918

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Have you ever wondered how to capture a swarm of bees? Predict the weather by the clouds? And just how do you darn a pair of socks, anyway? Anyone curious about the myriad ways people have taught themselves to make, grow, and build things will find everything they’ve ever wondered about in this colorful, inviting volume. With dozens of useful and intriguing visual tutorials selected from Storey’s extensive library of how-to books, you can learn how to carve a turkey, create a butterfly garden, set up a dog agility course, keep a nature sketchbook, navigate by the stars, and more. Whether you plan to “do it yourself” or just love reading about how things are done, this rich compendium will educate, fascinate, spark conversation, and inspire new hobbies and experiences.

The Homeowner's Energy Handbook
The Homeowner's Energy Handbook

Author: Paul Scheckel

Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC

Published: 2013-04-29

Total Pages: 289

ISBN-13: 160342847X

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Are you looking for creative ways to lower your energy costs, generate more of your own power, or become less reliant on the grid? Paul Scheckel offers practical advice for taking matters into your own hands. Explaining the fundamentals of solar, wind, water, and biofuel energy production, Scheckel shows you how to build and maintain a wide variety of energy-saving and energy-producing equipment, ranging from thermosiphon solar hot water collectors to bicycle-powered generators. Use less energy, save money, and help preserve the environment.

Farm Anatomy
Farm Anatomy

Author: Julia Rothman

Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC

Published: 2011-12-22

Total Pages: 225

ISBN-13: 1612121411

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Country and city mice alike will delight in Julia Rothman’s charming illustrated guide to the curious parts and pieces of rural living. Dissecting everything from the shapes of squash varieties to how a barn is constructed and what makes up a beehive to crop rotation patterns, Rothman gives a richly entertaining tour of the quirky details of country life. Also available in Julia Rothman's Anatomy series: Nature Anatomy, Nature Anatomy Notebook, Ocean Anatomy,Food Anatomy, and Wildlife Anatomy.

Prepping 101
Prepping 101

Author: Kathy Harrison

Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC

Published: 2018-06-26

Total Pages: 177

ISBN-13: 1612129587

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The next severe storm, power outage, or financial meltdown could hit at any time. Having a household contingency plan and being part of a strong, resilient community could mean the difference between life and death. This friendly and highly accessible guide introduces the most important, practical steps your whole family can take in advance to ensure survival, safety, and comfort in short- or long-term emergencies. The critical information is presented in 40 achievable tasks, ranging from creating a preparedness notebook and repackaging store-bought food for storage to more involved preparations, such as learning to collect rainwater and building a solar oven. This publication conforms to the EPUB Accessibility specification at WCAG 2.0 Level AA.

Just in Case
Just in Case

Author: Kathy Harrison

Publisher: Storey Publishing

Published: 2008-07-23

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 1603420355

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If disaster strikes and public services are limited, you want to know that your family will be taken care of. Learn how to inventory and rotate your food supply, pack an evacuation kit, maintain communication with loved ones, and much more. You’ll soon gain the ingenuity and resourcefulness to get your family through even the most unfortunate circumstances.