Lydia works on a freshly-peeled log to use as another runner for Rack #5 if we need it. |
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John used the Clark to move 4-5 logs at a time back to the rebuilt Rack #1. Wrapping chains around each bundle helped with weight shift on the forks. |
Carrying a bundle of logs is a snap with the right machine and a little ingenuity. |
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It's not pretty, but it works. The chains help keep the logs from rocking off the forks. |
A local curious resident pays us a visit. |
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The "blue wonder" slides easily under the cambium layer of the bark. |
Truckload #4 arrives right on time. |
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The 3rd and 4th loads averaged thicker logs. |
Going up! |
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A larger log bowing under its weight. |
Our friend Rob lended a hand unchaining the logs. We can always find something to do for our volunteers. |
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For this load, we removed the bolsters, chained all 6 bottom logs together and lifted them off with the Clark. This eliminated potential damage from sliding the logs along the bottom metal rails. |
>John carries this last load to Rack #4. |
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Paul strikes a pose after cleaning the bark pieces off the truck. |
A perfect end to a hard day's work. |
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