just finished watching this 10 minutes ago. its 240am where i am in Australia. I had things to do, but they mean nothing compared with the impact your clip had on me. Thankyou Buckin Billy for sharing your story with me. Your a true man. Life is downright confusing as a concept. Your way of living, giving and helping others just feels good, feels right. It gives me resolve. Thankyou for being you.
Buckin, I don't know what I would be doing job wise if I didn't come across your channel. You inspired me to do what makes me happy. I love your story, and I'm very glad your doing well.... stay looking up!
Buckin. You are a men of men. Thank you for sharing your story. I can’t tell you how much I’ve learned from you. Thank goodness you were preserved to keep teaching us all.
Hey Billy Ray, what a video! Bless you for sharing this. God was giving you strength & you are still with us because of Him. Your videos are so positive & it shows how much you love your job. Keep up the great videos. All the best from UK
I have been watching you Buckin Billy Ray Smith for about 2 years now and gained soooo much knowledge from you. I am 17 years old and to have an option to learn about logging from you trough the youtube is such an amaing thing. I have been waiting for this story as soon as I heard you got hit by a tree. This horrible experience of yours had though me how careful you need to be in the forest. Be happy and work safe. Thank you!
Wow Buckin, your story was touching to hear. I'm glad you lived to tell about it and lived to enjoy life after words. Thank you for sharing. It's only been about 4 days i've been following you on youtube and i can't get enough of your videos. I'm in my 50's and a friend and me have been going out to get our own fire wood for a little over 16 years now. I enjoy using my saws and love working outdoors and so when i stumbled on your videos i struck gold. I love your zest for life! Thank you. I look forward to catching up on all your older videos. Many thumbs up.
Brother.....we love you !!! You are here to stay and we are truly appreciative !!!!! This community supports you 100% and dont ever forget that. There is a reason why you are here and it is to show the world how to overcome. You are 1 in a million....dont you ever change Billy !!!!! Love ya ♥️♥️♥️
As a new subscriber, I needed to see, hear, feel this video early. I'm proud to be a Canadian when the world enjoys and admires a fellow Canuck like you. Thanks for sharing, your positivity and kindness is infectious 👍🇨🇦
I've enjoyed listening to your story about your accident. .I'm 72,Year old widow, .I've never watched anyone sawing timber. I had watched several sawyers , with their sawmills. I learned a lot about lumber and trees. My dad was a carpenter , and I always loved watching him building houses. Your videos on TH-cam are a learning device for me. .I really enjoy seeing you and your son , Hogan. You can tell he loves to work in the trees too. Thank you for explaining what happened to you when the accident happened ..Have a wonderful life. We North Carolinians love it Keep up the good work
You're an incredible inspiration Buckin', really glad I found you in the black hole that is TH-cam. All the way from Australia, thanks for the uplifting clips and messages. Keep on keeping on.
I hear ya and understand . You were supposed to help people. You have helped me for one. 2 year's ago this coming April 20 . I had a stroke and I'm thankful for every day i wake up. I'm doing great but i don't think I'm going to be 100 % . But working on it . Love you Billy. Thank you and God bless ya'll. 😊😊😊🤗🤗👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
@@evankibbe590 I found and subscribed to Billy's channel last night. The reason I moved from Alberta and live on Van. Island is the church I attend. I've experienced many miracles. I would be happy to have prayer for you for a full recovery.
@@theronash7269 thank you for many reasons. Have you met Billy in person? I want to really bad . I want to go to Buckin stalk . But I probably won't get to. But it's a ways away so who knows. I glad you found Billy Ray Smith. He's a hoot .🤗🤗😊😊🌹💖
Your statement, "I should be alive!" spoke to me deeply. Had an aortic dissection in January 2017, you get tired of hearing all the surgeons and doctors saying you should be dead. I am an engineer by education and career, 59 years young own four power saws ans would rather run them as eat! God Bless Brother.
Good story the way you tell IT almost feel like i was there 👍 i am glad that you survied that accident god had a plan for you 😉, your so kind and sweet Guy love watching your videos a really huge fan i wish you and your family the best bud
Buckin Billy.... u are a inspiration to me every day. I work the wood u fellas fell as a Carpenter and thank u for all of this. Snowing hard here in Maine.....
keep being yourself it's beautiful and the best thing for the world. I'm over 60 and I've just started climbing trees safely? I've done more than most and loved every moment of it. Gone from hermit to extrovert, been lucky in life far beyond average, (not a broken bone yet), mostly because I've listened to others. Keep posting your wisdom it may hit the ears of millions of useless people, but it also crashes into the ears of people who need and value the info. Thanks for sharing.
Wow. Compression/burst fractures of lumbar vertebrae and a tib fib fracture. And that wasn't the first time?! But, the important thing is you are still here. Glad you didn't give up on living. You got a longer axe handle!
I am sorry, we can not come this time, as the plans for our vacation takes us to Sweden ,Denmark, Germany and Poland this summer. Hope to see you all some day! Love
Buckin Billy Ray Smith, I have been really enjoying your tree work recently. Today, I was SO moved by the story of your life experience, "The Day I Almost Died in the Bush." I feel like somehow I MUST talk to you! I don't know how. I don't even know if this note is correctly done so that it will reach you! Maybe sounds weird. But, we must talk!
I am a full time hvac contractor I work on small and huge flammable and explosive machines and everything your said put a KNOT in my throat with that said I appreciate a hard workin man how know what he does isn’t easy. God bless
Was not your time. And as some have said, we were meant to be here at this time in our lives, you spreading the message of kindness, positivity and love. And us not only listening, but hearing, the message and taking and spreading it as well. Some days are easier than others, but we are here today, so we keep moving forward trying each day to make us the best us we can be. As for not listening to complainers. Get busy or sit and complain about almost dieing. Reminds me of morgan freedmans line in shawshank redemption. Get busy living or get busy dieing. You chose to get busy living. Thank you. And thank you for bringing us along. I hope we have many videos to share. May anyone who sees this have a blessed day, and not take it for granted.
Billy, you are truly an inspiration, I am just a weekend warrior so to speak, I've been running saws for most of my life, only heat we had as a kid was firewood, my dad taught me a lot. My first saw was a Husky 2100 with a 36" bar, I 've had a few small accidents, but 2 years ago I cut my leg pretty bad and while healing up I couldn't wait to get back on the saw, like I had something to prove to myself. When I first found your channel I was watching a Husqvarna felling video, I ran across a comment where a gentleman had said "if you want to learn the correct way to fall trees go watch Buckin", been hooked ever since!. I bought 25 acres in Alabama and 20 of those acres hadn't been touched in 29 years, so I had a lot of work to do. Not only have I learned real-life lessons about the trade, but I have learned and tried to live your bigger message, to be kind, and to give. It feels good to help people. thanks for keeping all of us motivated. I fell 8 trees yesterday and nailed everyone, life is good brother! Thanks.
Bucken, wow , that is experience that needs sharing and I am glad that you’re not afraid to tell people about your experience. I get afraid to tell people that I have right hemiparesis. It’s a disability that affects the right side of my body. There is different ranges of the disability and I have it less severe and am able to do heavy lifting, chainsaw work, axe work, drive, hunt, fish, play sports,and wood splitting. I have a eagle tattoo with overcome under it.
As the son of two an alcoholic mom and a pothead dad, whose childhood was absolute hell because of the choices they made, thank you for staying clean and sober for your kids. Thank you for demonstrating a good way to live for them. May they eventually understand and appreciate the size of the bullet you deflected for them.
Wow!! Such an incredible story Billy. Thanks for sharing. You are amomg the finest people to have ever walked the earth!! I appreciate all of your videos and have learned a great deal from them!
Man I’ve watched this quite a few times thanks for relaying the message to really love everyday we get. I wish there were more folks like you in today’s world
I like your message brother. I can tell you are connected to the Divine. You had guardian angels around you that day that is why you are alive. You are living your lifes purpose spreading the messages you are putting out. Much love. Thank you
Thank you sir, I went through two traumatic events...both on motorcycles. It truly does change your life forever. And if your open your heart for it to be a positive change as you have you can be the inspiration to so many. I followed your videos and re-finished two of my grandfathers forest fire fighter axes from way back in the day and have had the confidence to cut a lot of trees because of your content. Thank you...Thank you from a sheriffs deputy patrolling in Buncombe county, living in Madison county in the blue ridge mountains of North Carolina. I have a super old xl chain saw that I will be messaging you soon to ask for advise on bringing her back to life. You might not ever see this for it is posted long after your video but I hope you do. Fair Winds and Following seas to you and yours sir, kindest regards. Ryan Zabloudil
Buckin, I've been watching your video's for a while now and enjoyed every single one of them, not only because you are brilliant at your job but I love to see the relationship that you have with your son "prepare your child for the path, not the path for your child" that was one of the most inspirational things that I've heard in a long time and after seeing this video I now know why you try to spread as much love ,kindness and positivity it takes a near death experience like you had to make you realize what you already have in this world but take it for granted. Keep felling trees, making videos and spreading the word and stay safe my friend......Thanks for sharing your story
Brother I feel you so much . I fell 25ft off a drilling rig and had several massive injuries . I lived everyday wondering for 2 yrs afterwards if i was going to work again . I bucked up and just went back to work in the oilfields for another 30 yrs afterwards . I am now 60 yrs young .I say go go go and my body is the one that Says No No No . guess who wins that argument lol I do I still go out and do things that the Doctor said not to do . But i do have my limitations with 2 artificial knees and my back being fused from L5 to L2. pins in my right ankle and both wrists had been broken. fractured my neck. Love ya Billy ray you are awsome to watch and an inspiration to all . I also was a sawyer in my younger years before the oilfields. still do that today but at my own Leasure. My falling saw was an old 1983 056 Stihl with a 36" bar. I still have that saw and it runs like a champ. but I do prefer my 394 Huskies i have now and my Rancher for limbing.
I fell out of a tree when I was 12 or so, and my life flashed before my eyes... literally. I saw every event in my life in order in such rapid succession that when I got up off the ground and everyone was concerned about my safety, all I could talk about was what I had seen...
Wow, amazing story. I know there are a lot of people glad that you made it. You've inspired a lot of us and many more to come. Thank you Buckin. 😊 On a lighter note I don't care for complaining either so I have to keep myself in check every once in a while 😄
Thank you for sharing this ... its freaky when things happen or even if i think about certain moments of my life that something guided me out for some reason i could never think on too much ...ive been pinned a few times but not crushed...sucks to hear youve been through that... amazing youre still walking... worst for me is to think of the times i could have or almost did hurt some one else or crush the corner of some ones home or send the butt end if a huge limb crashin through their window with them on the other side... those moments give me endless nitemares...
Buckin Billy Ray, I have watched so many of your videos but haven't really commented on them. Whatever spiritual power you believe in was watching over you that day. Love your positivity and happiness. Thanks for helping us all and not just with felling trees. You're a great guy, an actual inspiration to us.
wow, your story is an eye-opener for sure. I have got L$ and L5 collapsed discs in my back and the stain on my upper back just is exhausting as it aches and is getting worse into my mid-30s. but mine is nothing compared to yours and I seriously don't know how you do it. I remember a few years ago I did a labouring day for my uncle and I didn't want to let him down and within half hour I threw up from the pain. I had to give up my work with the number of painkillers I am on isn't safe when I have their life in my hands. I can understand you getting back out there. I love getting out in the garden and I do a few other peoples gardens as well and I do what I can. But you are an inspiration to me and I just want to keep going out into the garden. I managed to chop my first tree a month ago with an axe. it took it out of me for days but I loved doing it. even if it was in one of my manic moods it was still fun.
Hi Billy, I just recently subscribed, and I just watched this whole vid, it was a reality check for me. I have never been in that situation like yours and am so glad you recovered like you have, and at my age of 47, it makes me appreciate life even more. I love watching your videos as you are up beat and have a positive attitude, keep it going buddy! Tony
Just found your videos... I watched a few funny ones before this one. And you are one hell of a human! Sharing your story to my friends. Just incredible.
You are an inspiration not only to woodcutters, but to the world as a whole. We all know in the back of our minds when we go in the woods with our saws that there's a chance we don't walk out.
Hey Billy this accident resonates with me as I remember the pain of crawling from back of the farm to get help after smashing my Tibia and fibula in 4 places I'm grateful to be here every day and hearing your story makes me realize that I'm blessed as are you Billy ,glad you shared as it makes us realize as human beings that we a capable of amazing feats of endurance and love!!!.
Oufff! This one was hard to listen to, because you made me relive the time I nearly died by saving two drowning people, and another time when I got hit by a car! Wow, the adrenaline rush is what really saved me too!
Thank you for sharing this story, sir. Your heart on this channel has changed me in the last couple weeks. I’m truly thankful that you’ve chosen to share things here.
I heard every word you said.....Before you said em. I didn't die either, just after midnight on Dec 10 1995.... I was 29. Happened just north of Lytton, and I spent some recoup time in (coincidently) Nanaimo. Used to walk every day to "Millers Landing" just east of the ferry dock for lunch, $2.75 for a 4oz steak & pasta. Lost 4 years and an inch and a half in height, and my 74 F250 Custom 4X4 reg cab died that night. There's not a single thing in this world that can Break My Balls. Here's a laugh; I just found your channel about two hours ago, and I know ALL about "Things happening for a reason", and when you say "Be Kind", I know exactly what you are saying. Every day is a treasure revealing itself and every sunrise a treat for the eyes. I like splitting my firewood in minus zero temps...With a Maul...Maybe I oughta look into one of your Choppers.
I'm locked in man. I saw this video was 50+ mins but I said "he never lets me down he's a good man I'm going to listen to this story". Silver lining to everything my friend. All perspective. You have awesome perspective on life!
Thank you for sharing this story, it's helped me immensely! I'm looking forward to watching more of your videos and learning of the Buckin Billy Ray Smith life and times. Peace.
Buckin', thanks for sharing your story with us all! I, too, have had a couple close calls, 2 nearly fatal accidents, and cancer. During those times in life, when we're in deep water, and though it's tough when your head goes under, you just gotta keep treading! Not to get into too much in the comments section, you're spot on, especially about being in pain, I haven't been able to sleep an entire night in years due to pain. And when you're down, that hole is nearly impossible to get out of! I tell you what, the dirt just keeps filling in around me daily, but I have to keep trying to climb out of the hole, God has blessed me with too much not to keep on going. I feel in this life if you're on the wrong path, sometimes your path changes and very drastically for some to get us on the correct path. Anyhow, I just found your channel, I have been unable to really cut much wood since my accidents, but I recently fired up the ol' saw and run a couple tanks! I must admit, you have certainly inspired me and gave me a little inspiration to boot, thank you for that! Though I'll likely never meet you in this life, I do feel like we're friends! Take care and God bless you and your family! Jeff
Thank you Billy Ray. I'm a new subscriber and you've become an enormous inspiration to many of us. I'm currently laid off due to the pandemic and you help inspire me to power through. I'm not a big fan of politics but you would be a great asset serving the public
Dear Bunkin' ... I have really enjoyed your TH-cam for the all woodland skills you have shared in the recent past. (I am an old guy who stumbled on to your website via Small Engine Steve :o) With this story, I realize that there is a lot more to you than the chainsaws, edges, the spirited humor, the axes and always sage advice that you share with us in every episode. In you heartfelt story when you said "I am who I am" after the near miss accident, I remember another entity who introduced himself that way in the Good Book. You must be good friends with Him. My gut feeling, for what it is worth, He may have been the guy who flashed the images of your family members you love when your were considering taking the easy way out of this life. He may have given you the choice continue loving them here on Earth and not snap your axe handle "time piece" in half. He may have been the Guy who enabled you to project your thoughts to your work buddy that day in the woods to flip the log handling equipment 180 degrees and zoom in on you in your time of need. It may have been Him who gave you the strength to make it through the hospital when those injuries sure sounded fatal. Again, He may have helped you through your recovery, (from the injuries you described I am amazed at how fast you can split a pile of logs with usually one stroke). He may have been the one who answered you childrens' prayers so could still be with those who love you back. And now on TH-cam with your huge following of those who respect you, appreciate your helpful knowledge, you humor, your willingness to help others, and share your philosophy He may be working with you still. Live long and happily Buckin' Billy and I trust you will meet up with your watchful Friend who sounds like He enjoys and loves you just as much as all of us who invest our time in you. Good Bless and keep you & your family safe. Well, I have to get back to splitting a few cords of wood to get ready for winter.
Thanks Billy Tough situation however Very inspirational and love your axe handle analogy, I have learned a lot from you. Being kind and honest is soooo important.
Love ya Buckin. God watches over those who watch over others. I have spent the last 25 glorious years in the brush. I wake up everyday thanking God for the life he has presented me with. Your optimism is impeccable. God bless you and your family.
That was God saving you brother! I have had many close calls where I’ve destroyed my body and should have died but it wasn’t my time. I always believed in God but didn’t have a relationship with Him till I hit 35 and if I had died before I Loved Jesus, I would be burning in Hell right now but I thank God that He saved me for such a time as this. He’s knocking at the door and He has showed you His love. Let Him in. Jesus said “deny me before man and I will deny you before my Father in heaven. God Bless brother! Thanks for the great videos!
when you were playing Operator and turned and looked into the camera is when the tears streamed from my eyes. I believe God blessed us all keeping you alive Buckin', first your family, and then the rest of us who see you on here. I have had my own near death situations in the bush and (the most poignant) on the Sea, and everything you described I have been through without the broken bones, I consider myself preserved. I know exactly why the operator turned, and though I won't describe it and don't expect you to go into either, yet I think you do know exactly why he turned his machine. in your heart I believe you know exactly why he turned.
Nice video. It's always interesting to hear someone's story. I think we are all part of a great whole, all connected, hence weird stuff like the operator turning around directly to you. I like huskies too. Sadly mine got stolen, he might have needed it more than me, I'll get another when I need it. Nice story.
I found your channel last week, and have really enjoyed your transparency and honesty, and excitement for life. As you told your story, and we all have one, the divine intervention that you described at your time of greatest need in the woods is what God calls His grace to us--His unmerited favor. We don't deserve any of it, and yet He gives us His favor, freely. He allowed you to be dragged off that hill alive, and He gave you a second chance. And He gave you more grace to make it through your long and painful recovery. Not just to be a great guy to a lot of people--which you are--but so you would use that second chance to trust Him as the Lord of your life, and the Savior of your eternal soul. If you have not yet taken that step of faith, I pray that you will before the next tree falls. I hope to see you on the other side!
Buckin, my man I am ,a believer, and you just ask the question, where do I want to spend eternity?, your designed to be a man of God, I can hear it in your soul, real simple , just say Jesus, I know you can. Forgive my sin, and we all are sinners, I know you died on the cross for me, and that you rose the third day, and with that belief, in your heart,...your saved, born again, to live eternity in heaven... not hell, God has saved your life for a reason, Man if you ever got plugged into Jesus with your personality and your fire 🔥, who could ever put it out, You have such a lovely soul, God can use you. Love your shows brother keep it up, and think what I told you
You are one of the most unusual characters I have ever seen. The World needs more Like you. Thanks. By the way, You taught me how to sharpen my Chainsaw, so it is cutting like going thru Butter. Self taught Musician, what are your other secret talents.
Midway upon the journey of my life I found myself within a forest dark, For the straightforward pathway had been lost. It is here that I begin to see the light. The questions that I ask are not made in a dark forest, but in an ambient that is bright; not on a pathway that is lost, but one that winds into Salvation. ~ Dante Alighieri (The Divine Comedy) May God Bless You Always Sir ~
Thanks man for sharing your experience. It's not that easy to talk about what really matters, it costs and it's draining. To show the foundations you have to dig and break some parts of yourself. You did it in a great way. Thanks again for that heart-enhancing message.
Wow, I've been in couple what I used to say major accidents, but no more been pretty lucky I reckon great way to explain!!! Keep on keeping on brother!!!
I don't know how to respond to this sir. It made me emotional. You've been an inspiration to me since I discovered your channel a week ago, and I'm certainly glad I have. Always thumbs up before i watch. I'm honored to be able to watch and listen to your channel and take your advice. Your a good man, there should be more like you sir...
Wow your story shows how the human spirit wants to live. You have to be about the most humble person around. Their is a plan for you. And I believe that it is through your TH-cam channel to show people how easy it is to be kind to one another and to help when you can.
lucky man brother thats why there called them widow makers !! ive had so many cose calls myself !! when you start in with the wedges to finish the fall you gotta watch them ones on top that have rotted out are the ones that have near flatten me !! thanks for sharing your story i can so relate being a tree faller !!
Loved hearing you're story,people just don't know what it feels like, till they been there themselves and I wish them no pain as I've been through myself, I got ya brother. Keep up the great work my friend.
Brother I have to say to you this is been the most inspirational channel I’ve ever seen I appreciate you and your message of kindness every day I subscribe to the same theory. God has sent me to your channel and a very pivotal time in my life I cannot tell you how much I appreciate what you’re doing keep it up. Rob Calabrese. Love Brother
Great story Buckin’! I’m learning to climb and recently lost a buddy. Before trees got a hold of me, I nearly went into the math and AI business. Many friends were concerned about my willingness to do AI, but I bailed on that path to avoid a sedentary, screen-tied existence. I agree with your perspective, TH-cam and/or AI is just the conduit. Shooting the messenger does little to address a deeper issue with the human condition.
I'm so glad you're not someone who thinks "God dropped this tree on me to hurt me." You're a tough feller. God tossed you a log and you caught it. And you threw it right back and said "Thanks, but no thanks God. I'll keep on keepin' on..."
I broke my L1L2 bout 1yr & a couple months so I hear ya I was up & walking 2 hrs after a 7.5hrs surgery 2 rods 6 screws But I'm the same bub can't complain cause I made it out. Much luv bucking your a good dude
God Bless you for the message you shared. You sure are awesome at the ways you teach about falling and just Life in general. Thank you a lot for your honesty and integrity of being yourself. Sincerely Charles Kitchen
I cant even imagine. Ive come close too many times in to many different ways but luckily never like that. God wanted you around to teach live and love Billy.
“Don’t justify your existence to anyone”
True words of wisdom, buckin Billy Ray
just finished watching this 10 minutes ago. its 240am where i am in Australia. I had things to do, but they mean nothing compared with the impact your clip had on me. Thankyou Buckin Billy for sharing your story with me. Your a true man. Life is downright confusing as a concept. Your way of living, giving and helping others just feels good, feels right. It gives me resolve. Thankyou for being you.
WHAT NICE WORDS LUKE ,,, THANKYOU SINCERLY
Buckin, I don't know what I would be doing job wise if I didn't come across your channel. You inspired me to do what makes me happy. I love your story, and I'm very glad your doing well.... stay looking up!
Buckin. You are a men of men. Thank you for sharing your story. I can’t tell you how much I’ve learned from you. Thank goodness you were preserved to keep teaching us all.
MY GRATITUDE FOR BEING ABLE TO ANSWER THIS COMMENT OR BE ANYWHERE FOR THAT MATTER ,,OUT WEIGHS ANY PAIN FROM DAY
Hey Billy Ray, what a video! Bless you for sharing this. God was giving you strength & you are still with us because of Him. Your videos are so positive & it shows how much you love your job. Keep up the great videos. All the best from UK
Glad you are alive and thanks for sharing. Waited 3 years lol. As a fellow logger I pray that never happens. But we never know do we Love ya man!!
Thanks George!
I think this is the kind of things that make your Chanel so special ! Thank you for Sharing the story with us.
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I have been watching you Buckin Billy Ray Smith for about 2 years now and gained soooo much knowledge from you. I am 17 years old and to have an option to learn about logging from you trough the youtube is such an amaing thing. I have been waiting for this story as soon as I heard you got hit by a tree. This horrible experience of yours had though me how careful you need to be in the forest. Be happy and work safe. Thank you!
Hey bucking your helping me see life in a different way recovering heroin addict 4 years sober and I love how much you love life God bless brother
Wow Buckin, your story was touching to hear. I'm glad you lived to tell about it and lived to enjoy life after words. Thank you for sharing. It's only been about 4 days i've been following you on youtube and i can't get enough of your videos. I'm in my 50's and a friend and me have been going out to get our own fire wood for a little over 16 years now. I enjoy using my saws and love working outdoors and so when i stumbled on your videos i struck gold. I love your zest for life! Thank you. I look forward to catching up on all your older videos. Many thumbs up.
Brother.....we love you !!! You are here to stay and we are truly appreciative !!!!! This community supports you 100% and dont ever forget that. There is a reason why you are here and it is to show the world how to overcome. You are 1 in a million....dont you ever change Billy !!!!! Love ya ♥️♥️♥️
NO CHANGE NEEDED BROTHER , JUST A SLIGHT ADAPTATION FROM TIME TO TIME .. HE HE
As a new subscriber, I needed to see, hear, feel this video early. I'm proud to be a Canadian when the world enjoys and admires a fellow Canuck like you. Thanks for sharing, your positivity and kindness is infectious 👍🇨🇦
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Thanks for letting us know Buddy!!! That had to have been tough!! You were meant to be be here for us and we're hear for you!!!! Love ya Brother!!
I've enjoyed listening to your story about your accident. .I'm 72,Year old widow, .I've never watched anyone sawing timber. I had watched several sawyers , with their sawmills. I learned a lot about lumber and trees. My dad was a carpenter , and I always loved watching him building houses. Your videos on TH-cam are a learning device for me. .I really enjoy seeing you and your son , Hogan. You can tell he loves to work in the trees too. Thank you for explaining what happened to you when the accident happened ..Have a wonderful life. We North Carolinians love it Keep up the good work
You're an incredible inspiration Buckin', really glad I found you in the black hole that is TH-cam. All the way from Australia, thanks for the uplifting clips and messages. Keep on keeping on.
I'm so thankful you are here today to tell this story. Love ya Buckin
BUCKIN'STOCK ,, LOVE YOU BUDDY
Boy, what a story! You're an inspiration Buckin' really are! Thanks for sharing so much, all of you in that nice way. All the best for you!
I hear ya and understand . You were supposed to help people. You have helped me for one.
2 year's ago this coming April 20 . I had a stroke and I'm thankful for every day i wake up. I'm doing great but i don't think I'm going to be 100 % . But working on it .
Love you Billy. Thank you and God bless ya'll. 😊😊😊🤗🤗👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
@keelinga i am to . Because I would of never got meet you !!!💝💝 and I just come in from shoveling snow. Not much but it's exercise.
@keelinga Ironhorse was talking about you today. I loved it. 😊😊😊😊💝
@@evankibbe590 I found and subscribed to Billy's channel last night. The reason I moved from Alberta and live on Van. Island is the church I attend. I've experienced many miracles. I would be happy to have prayer for you for a full recovery.
@@theronash7269 thank you for many reasons. Have you met Billy in person? I want to really bad .
I want to go to Buckin stalk .
But I probably won't get to.
But it's a ways away so who knows. I glad you found Billy Ray Smith. He's a hoot .🤗🤗😊😊🌹💖
This is one of the most genuine videos I've ever seen. You're a real person, thanks for sharing this story. Much love to you and your family.
Your statement, "I should be alive!" spoke to me deeply. Had an aortic dissection in January 2017, you get tired of hearing all the surgeons and doctors saying you should be dead. I am an engineer by education and career, 59 years young own four power saws ans would rather run them as eat! God Bless Brother.
Thank you for sharing, been waiting a long time.But as always with you, it was worth the wait.
YOU BET TOM
thanks for sharing such a private story buckin.
Good story the way you tell IT almost feel like i was there 👍 i am glad that you survied that accident god had a plan for you 😉, your so kind and sweet Guy love watching your videos a really huge fan i wish you and your family the best bud
Buckin Billy.... u are a inspiration to me every day. I work the wood u fellas fell as a Carpenter and thank u for all of this. Snowing hard here in Maine.....
keep being yourself it's beautiful and the best thing for the world. I'm over 60 and I've just started climbing trees safely? I've done more than most and loved every moment of it. Gone from hermit to extrovert, been lucky in life far beyond average, (not a broken bone yet), mostly because I've listened to others. Keep posting your wisdom it may hit the ears of millions of useless people, but it also crashes into the ears of people who need and value the info. Thanks for sharing.
Wow. Compression/burst fractures of lumbar vertebrae and a tib fib fracture. And that wasn't the first time?! But, the important thing is you are still here. Glad you didn't give up on living. You got a longer axe handle!
It is a FirsT time for everything . JESUS BLESS YOU ❤️
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good day sir
I am sorry, we can not come this time, as the plans for our vacation takes us to Sweden ,Denmark, Germany and Poland this summer. Hope to see you all some day! Love
Buckin Billy Ray Smith, I have been really enjoying your tree work recently. Today, I was SO moved by the story of your life experience, "The Day I Almost Died in the Bush." I feel like somehow I MUST talk to you! I don't know how. I don't even know if this note is correctly done so that it will reach you! Maybe sounds weird. But, we must talk!
I am a full time hvac contractor I work on small and huge flammable and explosive machines and everything your said put a KNOT in my throat with that said I appreciate a hard workin man how know what he does isn’t easy. God bless
Was not your time. And as some have said, we were meant to be here at this time in our lives, you spreading the message of kindness, positivity and love. And us not only listening, but hearing, the message and taking and spreading it as well. Some days are easier than others, but we are here today, so we keep moving forward trying each day to make us the best us we can be. As for not listening to complainers. Get busy or sit and complain about almost dieing. Reminds me of morgan freedmans line in shawshank redemption. Get busy living or get busy dieing. You chose to get busy living. Thank you. And thank you for bringing us along. I hope we have many videos to share. May anyone who sees this have a blessed day, and not take it for granted.
Great story man! I love your positivity and outlook on life! Your an inspiration! Your videos are great, keep them coming
Billy, you are truly an inspiration, I am just a weekend warrior so to speak, I've been running saws for most of my life, only heat we had as a kid was firewood, my dad taught me a lot. My first saw was a Husky 2100 with a 36" bar, I 've had a few small accidents, but 2 years ago I cut my leg pretty bad and while healing up I couldn't wait to get back on the saw, like I had something to prove to myself. When I first found your channel I was watching a Husqvarna felling video, I ran across a comment where a gentleman had said "if you want to learn the correct way to fall trees go watch Buckin", been hooked ever since!. I bought 25 acres in Alabama and 20 of those acres hadn't been touched in 29 years, so I had a lot of work to do. Not only have I learned real-life lessons about the trade, but I have learned and tried to live your bigger message, to be kind, and to give. It feels good to help people. thanks for keeping all of us motivated. I fell 8 trees yesterday and nailed everyone, life is good brother! Thanks.
I just found your channel brother last week. I love cutting wood !!! It puts me at piece! I love your channel brother! Glad ur still here
Bucken, wow , that is experience that needs sharing and I am glad that you’re not afraid to tell people about your experience. I get afraid to tell people that I have right hemiparesis. It’s a disability that affects the right side of my body. There is different ranges of the disability and I have it less severe and am able to do heavy lifting, chainsaw work, axe work, drive, hunt, fish, play sports,and wood splitting. I have a eagle tattoo with overcome under it.
As the son of two an alcoholic mom and a pothead dad, whose childhood was absolute hell because of the choices they made, thank you for staying clean and sober for your kids. Thank you for demonstrating a good way to live for them. May they eventually understand and appreciate the size of the bullet you deflected for them.
Wow!! Such an incredible story Billy. Thanks for sharing. You are amomg the finest people to have ever walked the earth!! I appreciate all of your videos and have learned a great deal from them!
Billy I’m 76 and I still have to work but I’m glad for it I love it keep on keepin on
Billy, Jesus gave of himself, GOD Loves YOU!
Jesus is god almighty
Man I’ve watched this quite a few times thanks for relaying the message to really love everyday we get. I wish there were more folks like you in today’s world
I like your message brother. I can tell you are connected to the Divine. You had guardian angels around you that day that is why you are alive. You are living your lifes purpose spreading the messages you are putting out. Much love. Thank you
Thank you sir, I went through two traumatic events...both on motorcycles. It truly does change your life forever. And if your open your heart for it to be a positive change as you have you can be the inspiration to so many. I followed your videos and re-finished two of my grandfathers forest fire fighter axes from way back in the day and have had the confidence to cut a lot of trees because of your content. Thank you...Thank you from a sheriffs deputy patrolling in Buncombe county, living in Madison county in the blue ridge mountains of North Carolina. I have a super old xl chain saw that I will be messaging you soon to ask for advise on bringing her back to life. You might not ever see this for it is posted long after your video but I hope you do. Fair Winds and Following seas to you and yours sir, kindest regards. Ryan Zabloudil
thanks god you had someone watching over you that day! Love you man! :)
Buckin, I've been watching your video's for a while now and enjoyed every single one of them, not only because you are brilliant at your job but I love to see the relationship that you have with your son "prepare your child for the path, not the path for your child" that was one of the most inspirational things that I've heard in a long time and after seeing this video I now know why you try to spread as much love ,kindness and positivity it takes a near death experience like you had to make you realize what you already have in this world but take it for granted. Keep felling trees, making videos and spreading the word and stay safe my friend......Thanks for sharing your story
Brother I feel you so much . I fell 25ft off a drilling rig and had several massive injuries . I lived everyday wondering for 2 yrs afterwards if i was going to work again . I bucked up and just went back to work in the oilfields for another 30 yrs afterwards . I am now 60 yrs young .I say go go go and my body is the one that Says No No No . guess who wins that argument lol I do I still go out and do things that the Doctor said not to do . But i do have my limitations with 2 artificial knees and my back being fused from L5 to L2. pins in my right ankle and both wrists had been broken. fractured my neck. Love ya Billy ray you are awsome to watch and an inspiration to all . I also was a sawyer in my younger years before the oilfields. still do that today but at my own Leasure. My falling saw was an old 1983 056 Stihl with a 36" bar. I still have that saw and it runs like a champ. but I do prefer my 394 Huskies i have now and my Rancher for limbing.
I fell out of a tree when I was 12 or so, and my life flashed before my eyes... literally. I saw every event in my life in order in such rapid succession that when I got up off the ground and everyone was concerned about my safety, all I could talk about was what I had seen...
Wow, amazing story. I know there are a lot of people glad that you made it. You've inspired a lot of us and many more to come. Thank you Buckin. 😊 On a lighter note I don't care for complaining either so I have to keep myself in check every once in a while 😄
Thank you for sharing this ... its freaky when things happen or even if i think about certain moments of my life that something guided me out for some reason i could never think on too much ...ive been pinned a few times but not crushed...sucks to hear youve been through that... amazing youre still walking... worst for me is to think of the times i could have or almost did hurt some one else or crush the corner of some ones home or send the butt end if a huge limb crashin through their window with them on the other side... those moments give me endless nitemares...
Buckin Billy Ray, I have watched so many of your videos but haven't really commented on them. Whatever spiritual power you believe in was watching over you that day. Love your positivity and happiness. Thanks for helping us all and not just with felling trees. You're a great guy, an actual inspiration to us.
wow, your story is an eye-opener for sure. I have got L$ and L5 collapsed discs in my back and the stain on my upper back just is exhausting as it aches and is getting worse into my mid-30s. but mine is nothing compared to yours and I seriously don't know how you do it. I remember a few years ago I did a labouring day for my uncle and I didn't want to let him down and within half hour I threw up from the pain. I had to give up my work with the number of painkillers I am on isn't safe when I have their life in my hands. I can understand you getting back out there. I love getting out in the garden and I do a few other peoples gardens as well and I do what I can. But you are an inspiration to me and I just want to keep going out into the garden. I managed to chop my first tree a month ago with an axe. it took it out of me for days but I loved doing it. even if it was in one of my manic moods it was still fun.
KEEP IT UP THE HUMAN BODY IS AMAZING
Hi Billy, I just recently subscribed, and I just watched this whole vid, it was a reality check for me. I have never been in that situation like yours and am so glad you recovered like you have, and at my age of 47, it makes me appreciate life even more. I love watching your videos as you are up beat and have a positive attitude, keep it going buddy!
Tony
Just found your videos... I watched a few funny ones before this one. And you are one hell of a human! Sharing your story to my friends. Just incredible.
thx ron
You are an inspiration not only to woodcutters, but to the world as a whole. We all know in the back of our minds when we go in the woods with our saws that there's a chance we don't walk out.
Hey Billy this accident resonates with me as I remember the pain of crawling from back of the farm to get help after smashing my Tibia and fibula in 4 places I'm grateful to be here every day and hearing your story makes me realize that I'm blessed as are you Billy ,glad you shared as it makes us realize as human beings that we a capable of amazing feats of endurance and love!!!.
You are right about a lot of stuff you said in this video but one good rule is not going alone in the woods. All the best from Serbia!
Oufff! This one was hard to listen to, because you made me relive the time I nearly died by saving two drowning people, and another time when I got hit by a car!
Wow, the adrenaline rush is what really saved me too!
I have pulled the cord too many times in this life, I am 68 and never thought that I would make it this far. I love my family and wife of 45 years.
Thank you for sharing this story, sir. Your heart on this channel has changed me in the last couple weeks. I’m truly thankful that you’ve chosen to share things here.
Just the video I needed to hear right now. 4 days ago I fell at work 21 feet. I'm out for 6 months minimum thank you so much
I heard every word you said.....Before you said em.
I didn't die either, just after midnight on Dec 10 1995.... I was 29.
Happened just north of Lytton, and I spent some recoup time in (coincidently) Nanaimo.
Used to walk every day to "Millers Landing" just east of the ferry dock for lunch, $2.75 for a 4oz steak & pasta.
Lost 4 years and an inch and a half in height, and my 74 F250 Custom 4X4 reg cab died that night.
There's not a single thing in this world that can Break My Balls.
Here's a laugh; I just found your channel about two hours ago, and I know ALL about "Things happening for a reason", and when you say "Be Kind", I know exactly what you are saying.
Every day is a treasure revealing itself and every sunrise a treat for the eyes.
I like splitting my firewood in minus zero temps...With a Maul...Maybe I oughta look into one of your Choppers.
I'm locked in man. I saw this video was 50+ mins but I said "he never lets me down he's a good man I'm going to listen to this story". Silver lining to everything my friend. All perspective. You have awesome perspective on life!
Brother, I understand you completely. From one survivor to another, I'm glad you made it.
Thanks for sharing!
“Get on with it!” Love it
I appreciate you my dude.
Glad you have such a positive outlook.
You're a real role model Buckin',I want to be like you when I grow up!
HA HA HA ,, GOOD MAN
Thank you for sharing this story, it's helped me immensely! I'm looking forward to watching more of your videos and learning of the Buckin Billy Ray Smith life and times. Peace.
Buckin', thanks for sharing your story with us all! I, too, have had a couple close calls, 2 nearly fatal accidents, and cancer. During those times in life, when we're in deep water, and though it's tough when your head goes under, you just gotta keep treading! Not to get into too much in the comments section, you're spot on, especially about being in pain, I haven't been able to sleep an entire night in years due to pain. And when you're down, that hole is nearly impossible to get out of! I tell you what, the dirt just keeps filling in around me daily, but I have to keep trying to climb out of the hole, God has blessed me with too much not to keep on going. I feel in this life if you're on the wrong path, sometimes your path changes and very drastically for some to get us on the correct path. Anyhow, I just found your channel, I have been unable to really cut much wood since my accidents, but I recently fired up the ol' saw and run a couple tanks! I must admit, you have certainly inspired me and gave me a little inspiration to boot, thank you for that! Though I'll likely never meet you in this life, I do feel like we're friends! Take care and God bless you and your family! Jeff
I am not in a rush.....I am at peace...thanks for the happy Friend!
Thank you Billy Ray. I'm a new subscriber and you've become an enormous inspiration to many of us. I'm currently laid off due to the pandemic and you help inspire me to power through. I'm not a big fan of politics but you would be a great asset serving the public
Dear Bunkin' ... I have really enjoyed your TH-cam for the all woodland skills you have shared in the recent past. (I am an old guy who stumbled on to your website via Small Engine Steve :o) With this story, I realize that there is a lot more to you than the chainsaws, edges, the spirited humor, the axes and always sage advice that you share with us in every episode. In you heartfelt story when you said "I am who I am" after the near miss accident, I remember another entity who introduced himself that way in the Good Book. You must be good friends with Him. My gut feeling, for what it is worth, He may have been the guy who flashed the images of your family members you love when your were considering taking the easy way out of this life. He may have given you the choice continue loving them here on Earth and not snap your axe handle "time piece" in half. He may have been the Guy who enabled you to project your thoughts to your work buddy that day in the woods to flip the log handling equipment 180 degrees and zoom in on you in your time of need. It may have been Him who gave you the strength to make it through the hospital when those injuries sure sounded fatal. Again, He may have helped you through your recovery, (from the injuries you described I am amazed at how fast you can split a pile of logs with usually one stroke). He may have been the one who answered you childrens' prayers so could still be with those who love you back. And now on TH-cam with your huge following of those who respect you, appreciate your helpful knowledge, you humor, your willingness to help others, and share your philosophy He may be working with you still. Live long and happily Buckin' Billy and I trust you will meet up with your watchful Friend who sounds like He enjoys and loves you just as much as all of us who invest our time in you. Good Bless and keep you & your family safe. Well, I have to get back to splitting a few cords of wood to get ready for winter.
Thanks for telling your story man. I'm glad you got to tell it and I got to hear it!
Thanks for listening
Thanks Billy Tough situation however Very inspirational and love your axe handle analogy, I have learned a lot from you. Being kind and honest is soooo important.
Amazing and emotional story... Legendary triumph over a legendary struggle. Teared up. Love ya Billy!
Love ya Buckin.
God watches over those who watch over others. I have spent the last 25 glorious years in the brush. I wake up everyday thanking God for the life he has presented me with. Your optimism is impeccable.
God bless you and your family.
I seen you hanging an axe on Steve's small engine saloon the knowledge and honesty from you two is amazing. This story has great advice for the mind
That was God saving you brother! I have had many close calls where I’ve destroyed my body and should have died but it wasn’t my time. I always believed in God but didn’t have a relationship with Him till I hit 35 and if I had died before I Loved Jesus, I would be burning in Hell right now but I thank God that He saved me for such a time as this. He’s knocking at the door and He has showed you His love. Let Him in. Jesus said “deny me before man and I will deny you before my Father in heaven. God Bless brother! Thanks for the great videos!
when you were playing Operator and turned and looked into the camera is when the tears streamed from my eyes. I believe God blessed us all keeping you alive Buckin', first your family, and then the rest of us who see you on here. I have had my own near death situations in the bush and (the most poignant) on the Sea, and everything you described I have been through without the broken bones, I consider myself preserved. I know exactly why the operator turned, and though I won't describe it and don't expect you to go into either, yet I think you do know exactly why he turned his machine. in your heart I believe you know exactly why he turned.
Nice video. It's always interesting to hear someone's story. I think we are all part of a great whole, all connected, hence weird stuff like the operator turning around directly to you. I like huskies too. Sadly mine got stolen, he might have needed it more than me, I'll get another when I need it. Nice story.
Thanks for the inspiration. I clicked on a tree cutting video and found a great testimony....👍🙂
Thanks for sharing this story Buckin' - grateful to God that you're still here
I found your channel last week, and have really enjoyed your transparency and honesty, and excitement for life. As you told your story, and we all have one, the divine intervention that you described at your time of greatest need in the woods is what God calls His grace to us--His unmerited favor. We don't deserve any of it, and yet He gives us His favor, freely. He allowed you to be dragged off that hill alive, and He gave you a second chance. And He gave you more grace to make it through your long and painful recovery. Not just to be a great guy to a lot of people--which you are--but so you would use that second chance to trust Him as the Lord of your life, and the Savior of your eternal soul. If you have not yet taken that step of faith, I pray that you will before the next tree falls. I hope to see you on the other side!
Welcome!
Glad you are enjoying the Buckin Billy Ray experience!
Be Kind Friend!!!
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Buckin, my man I am ,a believer, and you just ask the question, where do I want to spend eternity?, your designed to be a man of God, I can hear it in your soul, real simple , just say Jesus, I know you can. Forgive my sin, and we all are sinners, I know you died on the cross for me, and that you rose the third day, and with that belief, in your heart,...your saved, born again, to live eternity in heaven... not hell, God has saved your life for a reason, Man if you ever got plugged into Jesus with your personality and your fire 🔥, who could ever put it out, You have such a lovely soul, God can use you. Love your shows brother keep it up, and think what I told you
That's one hell of a story. Btw, new subscriber. I have been enjoying your videos.
You are one of the most unusual characters I have ever seen. The World needs more Like you. Thanks. By the way, You taught me how to sharpen my Chainsaw, so it is cutting like going thru Butter. Self taught Musician, what are your other secret talents.
Midway upon the journey of my life
I found myself within a forest dark,
For the straightforward pathway had been lost.
It is here that I begin to see the light.
The questions that I ask are not made in a dark forest,
but in an ambient that is bright;
not on a pathway that is lost, but one that winds into Salvation.
~ Dante Alighieri (The Divine Comedy)
May God Bless You Always Sir ~
Thanks man for sharing your experience. It's not that easy to talk about what really matters, it costs and it's draining. To show the foundations you have to dig and break some parts of yourself. You did it in a great way. Thanks again for that heart-enhancing message.
So glad your okay buddy, brought tears too my eyes. There's nothing I love anymore in the world then The woods and God. Amazing story.
Wow, I've been in couple what I used to say major accidents, but no more been pretty lucky I reckon great way to explain!!! Keep on keeping on brother!!!
That was a really cool story to hear, but sorry that happened. Even more glad you triumphed. I've been waiting to hear that story for awhile.
I don't know how to respond to this sir. It made me emotional. You've been an inspiration to me since I discovered your channel a week ago, and I'm certainly glad I have. Always thumbs up before i watch. I'm honored to be able to watch and listen to your channel and take your advice. Your a good man, there should be more like you sir...
This is a great story. You are a great man. Thank you for sharing this. It really is inspiring and makes you rethink a lot.
Wow your story shows how the human spirit wants to live. You have to be about the most humble person around. Their is a plan for you. And I believe that it is through your TH-cam channel to show people how easy it is to be kind to one another and to help when you can.
YOU MIGHT BE ON TO SOMETHING
lucky man brother thats why there called them widow makers !! ive had so many cose calls myself !! when you start in with the wedges to finish the fall you gotta watch them ones on top that have rotted out are the ones that have near flatten me !! thanks for sharing your story i can so relate being a tree faller !!
Loved hearing you're story,people just don't know what it feels like, till they been there themselves and I wish them no pain as I've been through myself, I got ya brother. Keep up the great work my friend.
Brother I have to say to you this is been the most inspirational channel I’ve ever seen I appreciate you and your message of kindness every day I subscribe to the same theory. God has sent me to your channel and a very pivotal time in my life I cannot tell you how much I appreciate what you’re doing keep it up. Rob Calabrese. Love Brother
Great story Buckin’! I’m learning to climb and recently lost a buddy. Before trees got a hold of me, I nearly went into the math and AI business. Many friends were concerned about my willingness to do AI, but I bailed on that path to avoid a sedentary, screen-tied existence. I agree with your perspective, TH-cam and/or AI is just the conduit. Shooting the messenger does little to address a deeper issue with the human condition.
God was watching over you that day.
so true my friend!!
I BELIEVE HE WAS
I'm so glad you're not someone who thinks "God dropped this tree on me to hurt me." You're a tough feller. God tossed you a log and you caught it. And you threw it right back and said "Thanks, but no thanks God. I'll keep on keepin' on..."
Matt Thompson it was my choice
Who does God watch over, and on which days?
Billy great post brings one of my similar experiances into real perspective, thanks for sharing.
Your story moved me, thank you for sharing.
I broke my L1L2 bout 1yr & a couple months so I hear ya I was up & walking 2 hrs after a 7.5hrs surgery 2 rods 6 screws But I'm the same bub can't complain cause I made it out. Much luv bucking your a good dude
I know you don’t know me, but i feel like this was a video i needed to watch, and a story i needed to hear. Thank you.
God Bless you for the message you shared. You sure are awesome at the ways you teach about falling and just Life in general. Thank you a lot for your honesty and integrity of being yourself. Sincerely Charles Kitchen
I cant even imagine. Ive come close too many times in to many different ways but luckily never like that. God wanted you around to teach live and love Billy.