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Cheating the 8×8 Standing Block
Merry Christmas from all of us at Lumberjack Planet! Since we know all of you were dreaming of smashing some 8×8’s this upcoming season and hopefully conquering the wizard here’s a bit of guidance to help you along your way. Let me start this article by saying that this guide is not intended for the …
Episode #31: Shockwaves are Released
In Episode 31 Dave and Jason are joined by Trevor Beaudry in studio to discuss everything woodchopping. Trevor is a graduate of University of New Hampshire, a 2014 finalist in the US Collegiate Stihl Timbersports series ,and a two time semi finalist in the US Professional Stihl Timbersports series. Enjoy! Whistle Punk Podcast Shirt https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B8JXBB3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_KfdUAbJ2TXANP …
Anatomy of a Lumberjack Contest, Part 1
In 2010, I spoke at a meeting for the Maine Association of Agricultural Fairs to discuss lumberjack contests. The lack of both information and enthusiasm from some of the fairs prompted me to get on my soapbox and write this article about running a good lumberjack contest. Most of the information that is included in …
How to be a Model Competitor
There is more to being a competitor than the quest for victory. Whether you realize it or not, there are also responsibilities that you take on as a member of this sport. Let’s take a look at how you can become a model competitor. At the Ready Be prompt and on time for your events. …
Funny Lumberjack Jargon
When attending a lumberjack competition you are likely to hear a lot of the same things being yelled at competitors. Here are some of my favorites commonly heard in the college ranks, usually being yelled by dozens of people at the most novice of competitors. Whole Saw! This is without a doubt one of my …