Saw Training

Our crew has recently completed their S-212 chainsaw course. These photos show us putting those new skills to the test on the R. Fork Salt Cr. trail.



Boring into the tree to establish the condition of the inside of the tree.
Slope cut

Checking the gunning sight on the saw to establish the fall direction.

Straightening the gunning cut.

Completing the face cut.


Checking the face cut for Dutchmans.

Inspecting the face cut angle.

We were happy to have some additional help from the Fire crew.