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How to Stay Fit in the Wild

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Here is how to stay fit without going to the gym. We live in the woods on a 40 acre farm, so this might not be possible for everyone, but if you live in the woods, these are good ways to stay in shape and stay connected to the land.
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Maintaining Hiking Trails

This is what you can use to maintain trails and stay in shape while doing it.

 
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Good for clearing bushes, branches, and small trees on the trail. Scabbard hangs on your belt. A lightweight, must-have tool for maintaining trails.
Fiskars Machete - Clearing Tool
 
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This is a really powerful tool for clearing branches or plants that are blocking the trail.
Fiskars Lopper
 
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This will keep you from getting stung or bitten by bees, wasps, mosquitoes, flies, or spiders. Very useful.
Head Net, 2 Pack
 
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This wide brimmed hat goes with the bug net to keep the bugs away from you.
Sun Hat
 
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Any type of work glove that you prefer is suitable, but you need to wear gloves when you handle a machete.
Work Gloves

Firewood Creation

All the tools you need to make your own firewood!

 
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This chainsaw is a commercial grade clone of a Stihl chainsaw that will eat through anything you throw at it for 1/4 of the price.
Holzfforma 92CC G660 Gas Chain Saw 25"
 
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This axe is used to split the wood after bucking the logs so that they dry out properly.
Fiskars Splitting Axe
 
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This is the best way to sharpen your chain. Once I figured this out, I never went back to hand filing anything ever again.
Sharp Pebble Electric Chainsaw Sharpener Kit
 
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It's a good idea to have two chains, in case one fails you.
Holzfforma 3/8 .063 25in Full Chisel Chain
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Very important for chainsaw storage, transporting, and safety.
Holzfforma 24inch 25inch Chainsaw Guide Bar Cover
 
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Required part of the chainsaw. Don't forget to order this!
Holzfforma 25in 3/8 .063 84DL Guide Bar & Chain
 
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You want a gallon so that you don't run out. The Holzforma G660 takes a lot of gas and bar oil.
Prime Guard Bar & Chain Oil - 1 Gallon
 
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This product is handy because you can measure whatever amount you want.
Power Performance Premium 2-Cycle Oil 16oz
 
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A gas can with a cap makes sure that no foreign debris gets into your gas, or your chainsaw gas tank. Use this container to mix your oil with your gas, according to the instructions, and use it to fill up your chainsaw.
Gas Container for Chainsaw Gas/Oil Mix
 
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If you are taking down a standing tree, you will need wedges. Get professional training if you don't know how to use these.
Wedge Set
 
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You need hearing protection and face protection when you use a chainsaw. This product takes care of both.
Chainsaw Helmet with Mesh Shield & Ear Muffs

Balance Training

How to train your balance in the woods!

 
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Everything you need to start walking on a line in the forest.
Slack Line Kit
 
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This is a great way to train your balance, and you can do it inside or outside.
Indo Board
 
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This one is good if you are just starting out and want something easier to set up and walk on.
Beginner Slack Line