Along the ForestApps Road

Hi I'm Tim Ard My wife Laura and I travel the country working with all types of folks who operate Chainsaws. Loggers, Tree Care, Government and Disaster relief groups have all been part of our training across the country. Ive been working on and with chainsaws since 1975 and began training chainsaw operators and saw dealership personnel since about 1983. I worked in the field for two power equipme...

This Episode discusses use of wedges in tree falling and bucking. Please let us know of any questions you have by messaging at info@ForestApps.com Good Sawing! #chainsaw #Chainsawsafety #chainsawtraining #Arborist #Logger #DisasterRelief #STIHL #STIHLUsa #Husqvarna #DIY #LawnMaintenance #Landscaping #LawnsofInstagram #LandScapeMaintenance #Landscapers #TreeCare #TreeServices #LawncareLife #TreeStu...

This episode Tim Ard explains some the training and work issues with storm disaster work.  Please let us know your thoughts and Subscribe to the Podcast series. #Chainsaws #STIHL #HUSQVARNA #TreeCare #Arborist www. ForestApps.com info@ForestApps.com

Along the ForestApps Road we pick up Tips sometimes and Tim Ard likes to share them to make your chainsaw operations more productive and maybe a little safer.  This episode is discussing some of the design and sharpening issues with saw chain depth gauges sometimes called Rakers or Drags. We hope you find this and other Along the ForestApps Road Podcasts useful and you spread the word about them t...

Safety - What is it? How would you define it to someone who asks? This Story Tim Ard has used for many years and describes well what safety is all about. Whether it's chainsaws or something else in life, this podcast gives you a lot to consider. A long story but believe it or not I shortened it a lot.  Listen and see if you agree if it's what safety is all about! Please SUBSCRIBE and pass it along...

This Episode of Along the ForestApps Road Podcast is discussing the positive and negative effects of Ethanol fuel used in two cycle chainsaws and trimmers. Ethanol burns clean and reduces some emissions but has some adjusting and sometimes long lasting effects on aluminum and magnesium in your small engines.  Tim Ard is covering some of the concerns and a couple ways to maintain your engine life w...

Welcome to this Along the ForestApps Road Podcast #3 Tim has some interesting thoughts on One Handed Chainsaw operation. We hope you find it interesting, tell you friends and coworkers to give it a listen and then SUBSCRIBE so you will be notified as new podcasts are uploaded. Don't forget to check out and subscribe to our YouTube channel also...  Thanks for dropping by and we will see you next ti...

Several Years ago Tim had the opportunity to meet and listen to Paul Harvey. a Unique story. We hope you enjoy. #chainsaw #Chainsawsafety #chainsawtraining #Arborist #Logger #DisasterRelief #STIHL #STIHLUsa #Husqvarna #DIY #LawnMaintenance #Landscaping #LawnsofInstagram #LandScapeMaintenance #Landscapers #TreeCare #TreeServices #LawncareLife #TreeStuff #OregonTools #OregonSawChain #Echo #Poulan #W...

Thanks for boarding the RV and traveling with us on this Along the ForestApps Road podcast episode. Tim Ard is discussing the importance of checking you chainsaw before beginning work and making sure all is OK when you finish. A simple five step checkup to make sure you and your saw are ready to go. If this information is something you can use  - tell others and subscribe so all can come along wit...

This episode is covering how a chainsaw operator knows the saw is running correctly. It's important to know when a problem is brewing. A simple five step check can be performed to know if the saw needs a screwdriver driver.... Tim Ard shares some important tips on the Along the ForestApps Road Podcast. Please Subscribe if you find this information useful  and Tim has many more topics to post soon.

What does a notch do? How does it work? Is it necessary? This Along the ForestApps Road Podcast discusses the Notch and how it works with a Hinge. Come along with Tim Ard as Notching to Lean is the Topic this episode... Along the ForestApps Road. Please tell your chainsawing friends and Subscribe to Along the ForestApps Road Podcasts and YouTube videos for more informative and thought provoking li...

Bad fiber can mean a loss of control cutting trees whether standing or storm damage. Rot and Fire damage - how does it effect our planning.  This podcast edition Tim Ard covers a lot to think about regarding fiber and control. Thanks for listening to this Along the ForestApps Road Podcast. Please tell your friends and Subscribe so you won't miss the next podcast. We hope to see you Along the Fores...

Tim Ard has a podcast chat with Robert Albritton about his business and how he became JAMBO Man. We hope you find this edition of Along the ForestApps Road interesting. We plan to have several upcoming interviews with chainsaw operators and tree related business discussions.  Let us know what you would like to hear about... info@ForestApps.com Until next time...Good Sawing! #chainsaw #Chainsawsafe...

This edition of Tim's Tips is describing the Top Five areas of chainsaw operation that Tim Ard hears about most in his travels and training. We hope you pick up some information you may be able to use. If so, please Like and Subscribe.... Good Sawing!

You'll want to listen to this one to the end...! Winston Rall was a founder of the USFS Chainsaw Training and Certification Programs. With over 40 years in the Forest Service and remaining in risk management and training since his retirement from the FS about five years ago he is an icon to chainsaw operations across the country. Listen and learn. Along the ForestApps Road is proud to have acquain...

A simple technique to use on saplings, logs and limbs. The slide notch can reduce your chances of getting bound up when fiber twists as you cut. Tim Ard discusses this simple cut on this edition of Along the ForestApps Road Podcast . We hope you find it interesting and don't forget to pass along anything you learn to friends, family and co-workers. We hope to see you Along the ForestApps Road! &nb...

Some thoughts from Tim Ard about safety glasses and their importance. If you learn something please pass it along and don't forget to Subscribe. We hope to see you Along the ForestApps Road some day. Until then  - Good Sawing! #chainsaw #Chainsawsafety #chainsawtraining #Arborist #Logger #DisasterRelief #STIHL #STIHLUsa #Husqvarna #DIY #LawnMaintenance #Landscaping #LawnsofInstagram #LandScap...

Subscribe and Travel with us Along the ForestApps Road ! Chainsaw Safety, Techniques and Training ideas that can make your work productive and safe. Tim Ard and Laura Ard are the hosts and welcome you to their on the road home. #chainsaw #Chainsawsafety #chainsawtraining #Arborist #Logger #DisasterRelief #STIHL #STIHLUsa #Husqvarna #DIY #LawnMaintenance #Landscaping #LawnsofInstagram #LandScapeMai...

What does it take to have a training program for chainsaw operation that can improve production while maintaining safety? This episode of Along the ForestApps Road Podcast with Tim Ard of Forest Applications Training, Inc. , discusses some of the important aspects of a training program that works..... It takes collecting what is needed for your operators, preparing it correctly and then promoting...

This episode is discussing the Hinge... A great story from Tim's past and some good information to think about in your chainsaw operations. Tim Ard Husqvarna Stihl Chainsaws chainsaw safety chainsaw training www.forestapps.com

Welcome to our Podcast Series by Tim Ard and Forest Applications Training, Inc.  I think a great place to begin our Podcast Series is with a Place to Start . A few things to consider when starting your chainsaw. Stay tuned for many more episodes on chainsaw operations and techniques. Please Subscribe if you picked up something you may be able to use. Also our Youtube channel - search Tim Ard...