It was the first time I met Scott Smith. I stood back, somewhat in awe of the size of his truck and trailer that he had just driven 250 miles to pick up the LARGE SYCAMORE logs that veteran tree surgeon John Walker had managed to lay down in one piece just where he wanted it. The tree had been leaning over a well traveled road. John is a seventy three year old that doesn't want to hear about hanging up his climbing spikes and tied the ropes(all fifteen of them) to point about sixty feet from the ground(Yikes!!!!). I timidly watched as Scott and John discussed getting the four 12 sections of these bohemoths onto the trailer. I kept imagining crushed hands and feet as the logs rolled down the hill. This didn't happen cause these guys are professionals. Scott knows his stuff, and also what he would be sited for by DOT inspectors roaming the highways at night looking for logging folks just trying to make a living. His chains were tight, straps cinched, and all lights were working. I know because I followed him to the restaurant for dinner. I learned more about Scott over enchiladas. He was a corporate man...makes sense he' bucking logs these days. It's always nice for me to meet other woodworkers and talk shop. As some of you know, Scott is a great guy and very gracious(he bought dinner). He provides a great service to the woodworking community , therefore allowing people like me to avoid dealing with great weights.
Thanks Scott,
Bill
Thanks Scott,
Bill
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