You know your own land and how to work and manage the land best. You have a feel for it and a true "Sense of Place". You are doing an amazing job on your home and land.
My God you are patient.Sometime I would like to tell busybodies to go boil their head. God bless you, you patiently explain all your work to people who if they really knew husbandry wouldn't be asking you such questions.
Hahaha that is funny. You are so right. What dumbass can’t see that he is living on his land and needs firewood and a polyp tunnel to grow food. Have they not been watching his series from the beginning?
Another informative video Mr Bridgeman. Cutting down healthy trees for no reason, that would be a different story. There are many reasons to why cutting trees isn't a negative thing, like you just explained :) I think most (if not all) of your subscribers can see how much respect you have for nature. And the thumbnail is pretty amazing by the way. 🤣
I agree that it's your property and you can do what you pretty much like. But I really like that you addressed the concerns of the viewers, very considerate of you. You're a good steward.
It sounds to me like you are a very responsible steward of your land. Thank you for sharing this important information about how you coppice trees. I always appreciate a reasonable and realistic approach to helping the planet!
I coppiced a willow in my back garden last year because it was starting to die back in places; I figured it was worth a try to try and save it. It was very close to my house and I didnt like the idea of it dying and the amount of water in the soil changing dramatically.
Totally agree Kyle. I have a site and am planning to build my house on it (replacing a derelict one). There are beautiful trees in and around the garden I’d love to keep them all but some will be too near the house. I will remove only those I have to and will coppice those I can and leave alone any others. A neighbour coppiced all trees On their site about 15 years ago and they are so fully regrown already.
I think I'm going to do a stream/video related to this topic soon, too many people are afraid of nature. As a keystone species humans have the power to destroy an ecosystem and the power to create a more abundant ecosystem than would naturally be possible, and sometimes both simultaneously.
Another fantastic video, very informative. Although you shouldn't have to explain to anyone what you do on your own land. I hope those who questioned you're methods are now satisfied.
You really don’t have to justify cutting down your own trees on your own property. We had a few nearly dead trees which we had to cut down for fear that they could fall on the house. Great job Kyle
I understand how people are very protective over our living environment especially trees, as Ireland has not the best reputation for managing forests well whether commercial or recreation. They see Sitka spruce plantations which have no biodiversity, and are still today being clear-felled. I think many people restored relationships with the natural environment during covid and are more sensitive to seeing disturbances or trees/hedgerows ect. Sadly, it’s created extremists who go too far and lack true knowledge - run by emotion primarily. It’s good to leave the root of that species as it had nitrogen fixing nodules and helps with soil fertility.
I understand the sensitivity and I feel the same away about our environment, Irish Wildlife Trust has been posting about the upcoming decision making on Ireland's forest management. I'd love to see more trees and wildlife for sure 😊
@@thebridgemanscottage oh it will come,the future adoption of continuous cover forestry as an additional management practice will give an alternative to clear felling. Clear felling is here to stay but supplemented by other management practices that promote biodiversity and permanent cover will be a welcome addition by all.
Might be ever so slight a stretch to say that felling the tree is better for the tree, but all-in-all I think you've justified perfectly well why you are managing the trees in the way you are. I, too, have needed to remove trees and indeed have been compelled by the municipal authority to do so as part of dwelling permit process. The approach I take is to replace every tree removed with one (or more) that is more appropriately located etc, but it's still rough to see large trees coming down. Hurts the soul a bit. Also, and just for interest, I am pretty sure that there is live tissue beyond the cambium layer, where there is usually sapwood - actually I think that is where the xylem cells are, with the phloem cells being located in the inner bark. I could be wrong. Stay well.
point them to the vid of planting the hedge! omg i burn wood use wood spent 40k on on 17 acres and replanted with thousands of trees. which will need may hundreds of hours to maintain. tell em to jog on ! and ask them if they have worked out their footprint on the earth.
Yeah managing a larger area like that thinning out the canopy by removing the larger trees allows more sunlight to hit the forest floor warming the soil and allowing the shrubbery and herbacious layers to grow alongside the trees! Forests need management and humans have been managing woodlands for thousands of years. We're a keystone species.
Mate - the thumbnail to this video…..are you auditioning for the role of the hound of the Baskerville? 😮 Well done for planting 200 or so saplings - a net gain.
PLus in growing your own foods your buying less food from mass production farms that have huge fields with their Hedgerows cut down. lessening the chance of more small fields being turned into huge open fields etc.
I take it the naysayers don't have any wood products in their homes ? They should check out the products that come from wood. Gloves, sponges, wine corks, chewing gum, car wax, hair dye, clothes, plastic, and salad dressing to name just a few and there are thousands. Just sayin😁
I think the big problem is that trees are cut down everywhere. So there are not as many trees on the planet as would be sensible. So we all react to cutting down a tree: oh no! Cutting down a few for firewood and furniture has to be done if we like it or not.
Bloody tree? Huh. Think about it when the population will be gasping for breath one day. This is a not a personal response but a scenario for the bigger picture in the future.
@@LotusConsciousness Oh for goodness sake, he cut down one tree....not an entire rain forest. And as Kyle discussed, the tree isn't dead. But don't get me wrong....I completely understand that us humans as a species, are incredibly destructive. The Easter Islanders essentially destroyed their population by cutting down the last tree on the Island. Humans are pretty messy and I honestly believe we'll have far bigger problems that could eliminate us way before we run out of trees. And considering around 50% of earths oxygen is produced by plankton...maybe we should also be a bit kinder to our oceans. This one tree being cut down and saved to produce new shoots is not something I consider an issue for our future. Kyle explained his reasons for it (not that he needed to) and the fact that the tree is still alive and will provide plenty of uses in the future, including helping his surrounding environment.
Come on Kyle there the excuses and justifications that the first loggers in the Amazon used you just copy and pasted them ,I don't no were this carry on, will end "surely not a tree less Ireland god forbid!" However with rising energy prices ,simply give the haters the 2 finger salute and carry on stacking that fuel ,keep up the good work lol!
People say we need to plant trees yet they want to put up solar panels and windmills -where are they going to get the land ? Where are they going to plant all those vegetables if the land is filled with sources to make electricity and the rest is huge forests? I have no problem with you cutting down a tree
Thanks for the video, but believe me you don't have to give an explanation for your reason to negative people with empty brains who feel its there job to make negative comments without knowing or watching all your videos. Your respect for nature and indeed your knowledge shine in your videos. People like to react.... omg he is cutting down a tree, I will have to tell him to stop. ... snowflakes lol
You know your own land and how to work and manage the land best. You have a feel for it and a true "Sense of Place". You are doing an amazing job on your home and land.
My God you are patient.Sometime I would like to tell busybodies to go boil their head. God bless you, you patiently explain all your work to people who if they really knew husbandry wouldn't be asking you such questions.
Hahaha that is funny. You are so right. What dumbass can’t see that he is living on his land and needs firewood and a polyp tunnel to grow food. Have they not been watching his series from the beginning?
Another informative video Mr Bridgeman. Cutting down healthy trees for no reason, that would be a different story. There are many reasons to why cutting trees isn't a negative thing, like you just explained :) I think most (if not all) of your subscribers can see how much respect you have for nature.
And the thumbnail is pretty amazing by the way. 🤣
Thank you 😊😂
Good job as always explaining everything
Good for you explaining the basics of woods management.
I agree that it's your property and you can do what you pretty much like. But I really like that you addressed the concerns of the viewers, very considerate of you. You're a good steward.
God Bless you for your patience!
Brilliant explanation, keep doing this sort of thing, explaining about responsible land and environment management. We're all learning.
Cut down 30 trees and planted 200 🌳🌳🌳 Sound like you are managing thing really well!! Hopefully the few a reassured 🌿
It sounds to me like you are a very responsible steward of your land. Thank you for sharing this important information about how you coppice trees. I always appreciate a reasonable and realistic approach to helping the planet!
You are doing a good job, and it’s inspiring to watch. I am doing the same things on my property 👍🏽
I think you're wonderful and you're doing such a great job
Hi, Kyle! Thank you for this explanation. It is appreciated❤️
I coppiced a willow in my back garden last year because it was starting to die back in places; I figured it was worth a try to try and save it. It was very close to my house and I didnt like the idea of it dying and the amount of water in the soil changing dramatically.
Great videos, I like watching them!
Totally agree Kyle. I have a site and am planning to build my house on it (replacing a derelict one). There are beautiful trees in and around the garden I’d love to keep them all but some will be too near the house. I will remove only those I have to and will coppice those I can and leave alone any others. A neighbour coppiced all trees On their site about 15 years ago and they are so fully regrown already.
I think I'm going to do a stream/video related to this topic soon, too many people are afraid of nature. As a keystone species humans have the power to destroy an ecosystem and the power to create a more abundant ecosystem than would naturally be possible, and sometimes both simultaneously.
Good clear explanation. Your land, your tree, your needs! Hah, this reminds me of the song by Phil Harris, 'Woodman, spare that tree'.
Brilliant!
love your channel...... keep going 👍
Btw thumbnail though🤣🤣
Thank you.
Another fantastic video, very informative. Although you shouldn't have to explain to anyone what you do on your own land. I hope those who questioned you're methods are now satisfied.
You really don’t have to justify cutting down your own trees on your own property. We had a few nearly dead trees which we had to cut down for fear that they could fall on the house. Great job Kyle
Thank you Kyle. I appreciate your response. I missed the video if you are planting trees too. 🙏
No worries! I planted a lot of tree this year and last year :) your concerns were in good faith
I understand how people are very protective over our living environment especially trees, as Ireland has not the best reputation for managing forests well whether commercial or recreation. They see Sitka spruce plantations which have no biodiversity, and are still today being clear-felled. I think many people restored relationships with the natural environment during covid and are more sensitive to seeing disturbances or trees/hedgerows ect. Sadly, it’s created extremists who go too far and lack true knowledge - run by emotion primarily. It’s good to leave the root of that species as it had nitrogen fixing nodules and helps with soil fertility.
Enjoy your videos Kyle keep up the great work .Blessings
I understand the sensitivity and I feel the same away about our environment, Irish Wildlife Trust has been posting about the upcoming decision making on Ireland's forest management. I'd love to see more trees and wildlife for sure 😊
@@thebridgemanscottage oh it will come,the future adoption of continuous cover forestry as an additional management practice will give an alternative to clear felling. Clear felling is here to stay but supplemented by other management practices that promote biodiversity and permanent cover will be a welcome addition by all.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I like your explanation.
Well said Kyle 👊🏻
Thumbnail game on point
Will you take down that tree too, the one covered in ivy?
Maybe one day :)
Might be ever so slight a stretch to say that felling the tree is better for the tree, but all-in-all I think you've justified perfectly well why you are managing the trees in the way you are. I, too, have needed to remove trees and indeed have been compelled by the municipal authority to do so as part of dwelling permit process. The approach I take is to replace every tree removed with one (or more) that is more appropriately located etc, but it's still rough to see large trees coming down. Hurts the soul a bit. Also, and just for interest, I am pretty sure that there is live tissue beyond the cambium layer, where there is usually sapwood - actually I think that is where the xylem cells are, with the phloem cells being located in the inner bark. I could be wrong. Stay well.
point them to the vid of planting the hedge!
omg i burn wood use wood spent 40k on on 17 acres and replanted with thousands of trees. which will need may hundreds of hours to maintain. tell em to jog on ! and ask them if they have worked out their footprint on the earth.
Yeah managing a larger area like that thinning out the canopy by removing the larger trees allows more sunlight to hit the forest floor warming the soil and allowing the shrubbery and herbacious layers to grow alongside the trees! Forests need management and humans have been managing woodlands for thousands of years. We're a keystone species.
Mate - the thumbnail to this video…..are you auditioning for the role of the hound of the Baskerville? 😮 Well done for planting 200 or so saplings - a net gain.
angle the top for water run off if possible, not essential but nice to do.
PLus in growing your own foods your buying less food from mass production farms that have huge fields with their Hedgerows cut down. lessening the chance of more small fields being turned into huge open fields etc.
Never explain for trolls!
I take it the naysayers don't have any wood products in their homes ? They should check out the products that come from wood. Gloves, sponges, wine corks, chewing gum, car wax, hair dye, clothes, plastic, and salad dressing to name just a few and there are thousands. Just sayin😁
I think the big problem is that trees are cut down everywhere. So there are not as many trees on the planet as would be sensible. So we all react to cutting down a tree: oh no! Cutting down a few for firewood and furniture has to be done if we like it or not.
A coppiced tree can live 10 times as long as one that isnt
If it is coppiced every 7-9 years mind you.
Thanks for the info! I hope your sale went well and you're on your way to Cavan if not already here :)
It's your bloody tree.....you can do whatever you want on your own land. Dear me, some people, lol. Hello from up the road in Co. Down. Lee :)
Bloody tree? Huh. Think about it when the population will be gasping for breath one day.
This is a not a personal response but a scenario for the bigger picture in the future.
@@LotusConsciousness Oh for goodness sake, he cut down one tree....not an entire rain forest. And as Kyle discussed, the tree isn't dead. But don't get me wrong....I completely understand that us humans as a species, are incredibly destructive. The Easter Islanders essentially destroyed their population by cutting down the last tree on the Island. Humans are pretty messy and I honestly believe we'll have far bigger problems that could eliminate us way before we run out of trees. And considering around 50% of earths oxygen is produced by plankton...maybe we should also be a bit kinder to our oceans. This one tree being cut down and saved to produce new shoots is not something I consider an issue for our future. Kyle explained his reasons for it (not that he needed to) and the fact that the tree is still alive and will provide plenty of uses in the future, including helping his surrounding environment.
If everyone cuts all their trees what will happen? Would you love desert more?
@@lindar4871 Trees will never disappear in your lifetime....don't worry.
@@CraftyLoops I hope so.
Come on Kyle there the excuses and justifications that the first loggers in the Amazon used you just copy and pasted them ,I don't no were this carry on, will end "surely not a tree less Ireland god forbid!" However with rising energy prices ,simply give the haters the 2 finger salute and carry on stacking that fuel ,keep up the good work lol!
People say we need to plant trees yet they want to put up solar panels and windmills -where are they going to get the land ? Where are they going to plant all those vegetables if the land is filled with sources to make electricity and the rest is huge forests? I have no problem with you cutting down a tree
Thanks for the video, but believe me you don't have to give an explanation for your reason to negative people with empty brains who feel its there job to make negative comments without knowing or watching all your videos. Your respect for nature and indeed your knowledge shine in your videos. People like to react.... omg he is cutting down a tree, I will have to tell him to stop. ... snowflakes lol
Some people are not as intelligent, well-informed or educated as they should be, thus they criticize without good reason.