A person who fells trees professionally is typically referred to as a logger or a lumberjack. These individuals work in forestry and logging operations, using various tools like chainsaws and axes to harvest timber for a range of purposes, including lumber, paper production, and land clearing. Sometimes, a more specialized term, feller or tree feller, is used, particularly when describing someone skilled in precisely felling trees in a specific direction. The job often involves other tasks such as limbing, bucking (cutting into logs), and transporting the felled trees.
This profession has a long and significant history, shaping landscapes and providing essential resources for building and fuel. Skilled tree felling is critical for both efficient timber harvesting and for forest management practices, including mitigating wildfire risks and promoting healthy forest growth. The work requires physical strength, precision, and knowledge of tree biology and safe felling techniques. Sustainable forestry practices, which balance the need for timber with environmental protection, are increasingly important in modern forestry operations.
