Tree Felling Course - Sussex

Learn to Safely Fell Trees in Sussex
Spend a day felling trees using a range of tools such as an axes and saws. Learn about the tool design and how to use them in a safe and controlled way. Learn which trees to fell and why, and how to decide in which direction to fell it safely. We will cover everything from the rope work involved to the environmental and legal issues.
Please Note
This course does not involve the use of chainsaws.
During the course we will cover
- Environmental issues
- Safe tool use
- Safe working distances
- Rope work
- Tree felling
- De-limbing
- Log splitting
- The law & licences
Cost
£75Duration
7hrsGroup Size
6-14
Aim
To teach the safe working practices of felling, de-limbing and splitting trees using either an axe or saw.
Who it's for
This course is for those wishing to expand on their bushcraft knowledge, landowners, or those who have always wanted try their hand at being a lumberjack!
Prerequisites
None, but it will be a physical day!
March - November, please see the calendar for the next available dates.
Sussex / Kent
Equipment Supplied
All of the tools will be supplied.Equipment Needed
Comfortable clothing and sturdy footwear. Due to the nature of the locations, you must have extra warm clothes and waterproofs. We will provide you with a kit list.Min Age - 18yrs
