Gaining experience

[MaxWheeler]

Maybe in the next ten years when I know a thing or two about woodlands I'd love to manage my own but until then is there anyone in wiltshire that manages a woodland that I could shadow and work for one day a week?

 

Obviously I'm happy to work for free if someone is willing to impart their knowledge to me!

 

Max

[KORNSTER]

I'd be intersted to see if you'll get any feedback here...

 

I am in a similar position. I'd love to own woodland and I'd really like to know more about managing this environment. I am excessively practical and hard working. Working in the fresh air in all weathers appeals to me - it's how I spend my spare time anyway!

 

I took my Chainsaw Cross Cutting, Maintenance and Tree Felling (up to 380mm) course back in 2013. I've been involved in some voluntary work clearing trees to re-instate an old railway site near Bristol. I am comfortable and confident with a chainsaw, but I know and respect my limitations.

 

I'd love more opportunities to practice dealing with mature woodland and have involvement with all aspects of woodland management. Ive offered my services as a volunteer in all capacities and to many organisations, but as soon as I mention anything to do with chainsaw work I hear the same thing - "Sorry, we have preferred contractors that we use".

 

I get it. Safe, insured professionals would be who I'd choose, too, but I'd love to find someone who could use an extra pair of hands while at the same time trade some knowledge and experience.

 

People like us are happy to work hard, get involved, listen, do what we are asked to do and work in a safe, measured way. There must be some opportunites out there without taking on full time employment?

[lewiswood]

Hi try. forestdepot.co.uk

[KORNSTER]

Hi try. forestdepot.co.uk

 

Thanks, I'll take a look!

[CH1EF]

If you have insurance, then I can probably offer you someone thing. I am between Bristol and Bath BS31. Send me a message if you are keen!

[Starscream]

I'd be intersted to see if you'll get any feedback here...

 

I am in a similar position. I'd love to own woodland and I'd really like to know more about managing this environment. I am excessively practical and hard working. Working in the fresh air in all weathers appeals to me - it's how I spend my spare time anyway!

 

I took my Chainsaw Cross Cutting, Maintenance and Tree Felling (up to 380mm) course back in 2013. I've been involved in some voluntary work clearing trees to re-instate an old railway site near Bristol. I am comfortable and confident with a chainsaw, but I know and respect my limitations.

 

I'd love more opportunities to practice dealing with mature woodland and have involvement with all aspects of woodland management. Ive offered my services as a volunteer in all capacities and to many organisations, but as soon as I mention anything to do with chainsaw work I hear the same thing - "Sorry, we have preferred contractors that we use".

 

I get it. Safe, insured professionals would be who I'd choose, too, but I'd love to find someone who could use an extra pair of hands while at the same time trade some knowledge and experience.

 

People like us are happy to work hard, get involved, listen, do what we are asked to do and work in a safe, measured way. There must be some opportunites out there without taking on full time employment?

 

Bit of a thread hijack wasn't it?

[marathonboats]

I like this that If you have insurance, then I can probably offer you someone thing. I am between Bristol and Bath BS31. Send me a message if you are keen!

 

 

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