Today's Posts

It all reminds me of when I joined arbtalk, there was a question "what fuel used in a chainsaw?" to prove I wasn't a robot, only took me 3 attempts.

Civilian passenger trains. Not saying it's right or wrong, but it will provoke a response.

Used it today, we like it a lot! 4Ah battery dismantled an ash, logged it up and stil lhad 1 bar. Quite a few decent sized cuts to test it out, perhaps 16" dia with the 10" bar. I meant to swap a normal 14" bar to try but didnt have time. The balance of it is good, and it doesnt seem to slow down even when battery is low.

One of the perks of being self employed Steve, I’d just not do it, I had an SNP clown at my door a few year back during Sturgeon’s tenure telling me how wonderful an independent Scotland would be. Needless to say he was asked to f… off politely.

mate of mine had his caravan nicked, first he knew of it was the five 0 knocking on the door, we got your caravan sir, no it cant be mine, goes to the rear of his property and there's the tow hitch still securely fastened to the rsj he welded a towball to and hammered into the ground about 5 feet they simply unbolted it from the van and left it there taking the caravan,, the cnuts would have got away with it had it not been for five 0 sitting up the road from the local pub waiting for possible dui, when this transit with a caravan came past wagging the van all over the road,, they had tied it onto the towbar with a rope! plate on the transit came up dodgy, plate on the caravan came up with its owner. a mile up the road. he phone me the next day,, what the best thing for thieves,,, "ya only need 3 things" I told him,, "a spade,soft ground, and a big bag of lime".

I think I've done it with my Hyundai but I can't remember how well it worked. I can't remember anything.

Looking for an experienced tree surgeon to assist our team for the months of June/July on an ad-hoc basis. Must have relevant certifications/experience. Work will be in Surrey/Berkshire areas

Just coming into strawberry season here as well.

Started a fence job today, taking old fence down to put Estate fencing up. Left odd post for line, they had odd nail sticking out so got grinder to cut them off, well next we were running around put fire out, Balsam Poplar fluff laying on the floor court light never new it court light that quickly, just like petrol fire.

well I'm sorry if everyones opinion doesn't align with yours,, but there probably isn't room up your ass for all our heads.

Freelance Surveyor available for ad hoc works

Are you a gardener with a passion for trees? or an Arborist who loves their flowers? We are looking for a new member to join our team. Do you have that special balance of horticultural knowledge and tree climbing experience or are you newly qualified and looking to build a career in arboriculture? Yes… Get in touch, we would love to chat with you! Second Climber/ Landscape Gardener Job Description Payne & Ford is a high-end landscaping company based in West Sussex; we endeavour to create and develop beautiful, long-lasting gardens for our clients. With a portfolio encompassing intimate courtyards, contemporary townhouses, romantic cottage gardens and rambling countryside retreats we feel confident this is an exciting opportunity for an arborist to join our team. Skills: Knowledge of horticulture; including knowledge of garden equipment/machinery Knowledge of arboriculture principles and practices Experience cutting hedges and knowledge of appropriate hedge pruning techniques and timings Experience of identifying pests and diseases Comprehensive understanding and practical knowledge of seasonal pruning Excellent communication skills and personable manner A strong sense of aesthetics with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to achieving high standards Physically fit and comfortable working in all weathers and seasons Current, Clean Driving Licence Experience working in a similar role within the industry Qualifications: RHS Qualification Level 2 Woodchipper Level 2 Chainsaw Maintenance and Crosscutting (CS30) Level 2 Felling and Processing trees up to 380mm (CS31) Level 3 Tree climbing and aerial rescue (CS38) Level 3 Aerial cutting of trees (CS39) Spray certificates (PA1 and PA6). First Aid qualification Responsibilities: The suitable candidate’s responsibilities will involve implementation of planting plans to create and maintain high quality landscapes to a prestigious standard. Garden development to include but not limited to; hedge trimming, lawn maintenance and cultivation, strimming, pruning, topiary maintenance, garden pest and disease control. Support the Lead Climber with tree climbing and aerial operations, ground based tasks, inspections and maintenance of climbing equipment. To maintain a positive and pleasant work environment, ensuring high levels of organisational effectiveness, communication, and safety. Candidates will need to show they can problem solve, be adaptable and prioritise in an industry that is affected by changing weather, climate and trends. Benefits to include: Competitive salary A flexible working scheme with generous overtime package 28 days holiday plus bonus holiday over Christmas 40 hours per week Training as required with the opportunity for sponsored learning and further qualifications Contributory pension scheme all enquiries to: [email protected]

Wordle 1,444 3/6 ⬜🟩⬜🟩⬜ ⬜🟩🟩🟩🟨 🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩

Ahh thanks guys appreciate that. I will take a look at time tree and see if that works for me. Thanks Mark and Mick, I too much perfume the pen and paper life myself but it’s seems as though I must move forward into the new age of media. Thanks Excels1or. I will see if my partner is familiar with google calendars etc as this may be the route to take. If I discover anything new that saves time in this area I shall let you all know because paperwork is the absolute bane of my life. Appreciate the help 👍

Morning all, thanks very much indeed for all the replies. So, it does sound like we should stake the trees at an angle, the only problem with that is that we couldn't then put guards round them. The trees were all bought as bare root slips 5 years ago so we couldn't really have done that at the time, there wasn't enough of the trunk to fasten like that I don't think. I'm going to get some shorter stakes and try staking the ones that fall from now on at an angle with something like sizal rope, which sounds like a good idea. I took the guards off a couple of the aspens a few months ago and the deer have already eaten the bark off those so not sure if many of them will survive but sounds like I can't keep doing what I've been doing up to now if I want the trees to grow stronger and be able to grow up unsupported.

Hi there. We’re looking for a Groundsman/trainee climber if you’re still interested in a position? Based in Stroud. Andrews Treecare 07854 477761

Cheers folks! Only been out with it for two days and I already don’t know how I managed before..

Todays job, complete disassembly of an old pioneer p25, inspect, decide it can be brought back to life, and rebuild, waiting for the delivery of piston,rings, and barrel, and hopefully it can resume duty in the ever increasing armory.

Subby climber covering Bristol and surrounding areas.

Interracial!

I understood most of that. Where do we stand on animal welfare standards? i.e. we lead the world (UK) but the EU lets it’s other countries treat their own ‘rules’ like very rough guidance. The EU are a cancer. Brexit has been a total shambles, and we are worse off for sure, but being tethered to those self-serving, bureaucratically crazy hypocritical twats what was made 52% vote to get out of their evil grasp.

Pay your staff well.