Climbing a tree to free a TANGLED bird!

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  • @wildlifeaid
    @wildlifeaid  3 ปีที่แล้ว +208

    Hi guys, there's been a lot of comments about climbing gear on this one so we thought we'd answer all in one comment!
    As some of you may know, we have a full set of both climbing and arborist rope kit back at the centre but, when we were called to this rescue, we were told that the branch was easily within reach of a ladder and did not bring it with us. With time being a major factor in how badly the animal is hurt in cases like this, we decided that the time needed to collect the kit was too much of a risk. Lawrie is a very experienced climbing instructor and knows what he can do safely. Don't worry. We now have a small rope set in the car for such a scenario next time :)

    • @daedelous7094
      @daedelous7094 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Glad to hear, gotta admit the shots of him far out on the branch were quite harrowing to see.

    • @neovo903
      @neovo903 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Maybe also a carabina for Lawie to attach the bag to a belt loop?

    • @solar0wind
      @solar0wind 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It's easy to underestimate the height of a branch imo. It happened to me before too when I was maybe 14 or 15. My cat was sitting in a tree and I thought he could be easily grabbed by my dad, but in the end we needed a ladder because it was much higher than what I remembered.

    • @artstrutzenberg7197
      @artstrutzenberg7197 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@neovo903 either that or a hank of paracord?

    • @keithbishop7799
      @keithbishop7799 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      'If you're seeing this video, I possibly didn't die', well done Lawrie for getting that job done and stay safe

  • @TadeuszCantwell
    @TadeuszCantwell 3 ปีที่แล้ว +167

    "If you're seeing this I didn't die." Mmm, it's depends how shameless Simon is for self promotion.... 😂😂😂

    • @ceedavies
      @ceedavies 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Laughed out loud!

    • @junbh2
      @junbh2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I noticed he actually said 'I probably didn't die'. He had doubts I guess!

    • @slyfoxyandalifesaver
      @slyfoxyandalifesaver 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I was about to say that would be unfortunate last words to be played out in a police investigation investigation!

  • @jydeinden
    @jydeinden 3 ปีที่แล้ว +145

    Lawrie is such a sweetheart.. He is the one risking a very bad fall, and all he cares about is if he hits someone with a stick :)

    • @wildlifeaid
      @wildlifeaid  3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Thank you for your kind words :)

    • @Janaely
      @Janaely 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Right, I was thinking that too! Cheers, hope your weekend is swell 💞

    • @ReflectedMiles
      @ReflectedMiles 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      ...and trusting the integrity of some branches more than other experienced climbers might...

  • @ecamville2928
    @ecamville2928 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Lawrie is so unbelievably charming even in these stressful situations, and he seems so genuine about it. What a lucky find he was for this team!

    • @wildlifeaid
      @wildlifeaid  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Haha thank you very much!

  • @FacheChanteDeux
    @FacheChanteDeux 3 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    Lawrie is a gem.

  • @sunshineland
    @sunshineland 3 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    2:10 Lawrie is looking and talking so leisurely, but my heart is pounding so hard. LOL

    • @phangirlable
      @phangirlable 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      That footage made me a little bit nauseous actually. XD

    • @LadyMcBite
      @LadyMcBite 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Haha same! xD And his "If you see this video I probably didnt die" when he begins to climb down....

    • @gemmacruz8529
      @gemmacruz8529 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Same thing!!!🤢

    • @wildlifeaid
      @wildlifeaid  3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Ours too!

  • @ChickpeatheTortie
    @ChickpeatheTortie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    Well done Lawrie that was very brave of you and thank you for saving his life.

  • @rachelmcdaniel8999
    @rachelmcdaniel8999 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Lawrie, my nerves are shot watching you on that high branch! Fantastic job! The way you just casually sat up there inspecting that bird's injury, removing fishing line and giving commentary as if you were safely on the ground!

    • @wildlifeaid
      @wildlifeaid  3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Thank you for your kind words!

  • @qwave1322
    @qwave1322 3 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    What a wonderful man going up that tree and risking his life for that bird. Very brave indeed. Not everyone would be able to do that with such confidence.

    • @bennydreieiei1014
      @bennydreieiei1014 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      or very stupid...

    • @qwave1322
      @qwave1322 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@bennydreieiei1014 he’s a professional climbing instructor so not stupid. Still took selfless courage though.

  • @illuminatus13
    @illuminatus13 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    "Just drop him Lawrie and I'll catch it"
    Bird: *CONCERNED SQUEAKING*

  • @c.pelletier1741
    @c.pelletier1741 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Lawry, my heart is in my mouth watching you up there ...

  • @danniantagonist
    @danniantagonist 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Really really nicely done. Very lucky that the jay was fit for release. A real testament to Lawrie's no nonsense bravery and the kindness and vigilance of the ladies. Nice job!

  • @lanky2610
    @lanky2610 3 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    4.21: "DON'T LISTEN TO HIM!!" and a few frames later... "PLEASE don't drop me!!!"
    4.27: "Don't do it - I beg you" - Poor jay; They picked the best time to start squawking again!

    • @sophierobinson2738
      @sophierobinson2738 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I couldn't catch them, even though I slowed as slow s possible.

    • @kisakisakura6663
      @kisakisakura6663 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@sophierobinson2738 you can go through the video frame by frame by using the comma and full stop botton

    • @sophierobinson2738
      @sophierobinson2738 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Kisaki Sakura Oh. I watch on my ancient iPad. I will give it a try. No, I'll just have to read faster! 😊

    • @jgclark45
      @jgclark45 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      you save me some time, thank you!

  • @jenniferann6956
    @jenniferann6956 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much Lawrie for risking your life to save that innocent bird! The world needs far more people like you!!!

  • @jondickinson1056
    @jondickinson1056 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Lawrie is quickly becoming the Jim Fowler of Wildlife Aid...fantastic job young man...you bring an outstanding "can do," positive attitude to your job...something you definitely learned from Simon . It's a joy to watch the both of you. Thank you...

  • @MarkFromEastleigh
    @MarkFromEastleigh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think the people who down voted this video are fishermen who have had their line caught up in a tree before. Kudos to all involved in rescuing this lovely bird 👍

  • @laartje24
    @laartje24 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just a little tip from my own experience at a wildlife rescue centres. With Jays (and magpies and jackdaws) if they are snipping at your fingers while examining them, put a small stick in their beak. They will usually hold on and bite the stick for a bit in stead of biting your fingers. Also helps them calm down a bit.

  • @cogidubnus1953
    @cogidubnus1953 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Lawrie you're a bloody hero!

  • @NeoRipshaft
    @NeoRipshaft 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    4:13 rofl I love how the Jay appears to have understood the proposition of getting dropped down in a bag and decided to voice their objection =D

  • @theBeastcub
    @theBeastcub 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    "I am going to drop it dont you miss" *bird starts screaming again like it understood that

  • @missykim510
    @missykim510 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Lawrie is an absolute treasure!

  • @Akenatyl
    @Akenatyl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    4:39 that lil bird squawk when he falls omggg 😭

  • @susanwilliams2392
    @susanwilliams2392 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    "You might get him biting my hand if you're lucky"
    Lawrie gets more like Simon everyday, and I am so here for it :D

  • @deborahmazhar6399
    @deborahmazhar6399 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Climbing down is much more difficult. Thankyou for the rescue.

  • @theBeastcub
    @theBeastcub 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My little parrots don't usually react to things I am watching, but they did NOT like that jay screaming, even tho it is a totally different bird from a totally different country they still understood it's distress calls

  • @enigel1969
    @enigel1969 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Sure, I watched Laurie with my heart in my throat. But what a great catch Simon did! And let us not forget the brave ladies holding the ladder with great skill and dedication. Great job, everybody!

  • @Quacking-Goose
    @Quacking-Goose 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Lawrie really went out on a limb in this episode!

  • @maiachifflet729
    @maiachifflet729 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Admirable the courage of Lawrie 🏆I wish you a prosperous life because people like you are worth gold 🏅 thanks for all you do for animals ❤🙏🍀

  • @patpierce4854
    @patpierce4854 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Good Lord, fishing line up a tree. My dad always made sure we brought any “spaghetti bowls” back for correct disposal in the trash, on land.

  • @peasharaly
    @peasharaly 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fishing is not only harmful for fishes, but also for birds, mammals and the environment !

  • @neilgerace355
    @neilgerace355 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Such undying gratitude

  • @MaskedFox-ln4vc
    @MaskedFox-ln4vc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    that jay was lucky to get help ♥

    • @wildlifeaid
      @wildlifeaid  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      He was indeed, it was very lucky that the two lovely ladies had heard him flapping above

  • @hebalon
    @hebalon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Oh, I remember this noise ... these birds can be *very* loud. A few months ago I woke up early because a Jay was crying extremley loud outside. He got somehow trapped with one wing in our garden bench, while he was attacked by another bird (didn't see that one, probably a pidgeon or a magpie?). One side of his face was a little bit injured from the attack, but after I held him for a while, trying to calm him down (which actually worked somehow) he flew away - kinda hobbling in the air - and rested in a tree for while. I hope he's fine now. :)

  • @nenaelliott8058
    @nenaelliott8058 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I've seen Lawrie get in a ton of nasty predicaments but this may be the first time I've seen him perform a Cirque du Soleil balancing beam act on his bum in such a brittle tree. Still, you guys are troopers. You'd never stop trying to help and I love that.!♥️♥️♥️

    • @xAshuriix
      @xAshuriix 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I didn't think Lawrie going up a tree would ever make me nervous after he went up like 50ft at night in the rain after a swan, but this tree was really nerve-wracking! It kept breaking apart in his hands and I was screaming on the inside!

    • @nenaelliott8058
      @nenaelliott8058 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@xAshuriix the breaking apart is what got to me too. Even an experienced climber like Lawrie could get hurt under those circumstances.

  • @js7246
    @js7246 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Wow. Bless him

  • @letolethe5878
    @letolethe5878 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Poor little thing. He was so scared. Thank you, Lawrie.

  • @sarahstrong7174
    @sarahstrong7174 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Brave person climbing up to save the poor terrified bird. Well done.

  • @XXyyQQww
    @XXyyQQww 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    2:10 Lawrie just sitting there and talking, hilarious lad! Thank you for resucing the poor sweet bird

  • @dianaceliz3096
    @dianaceliz3096 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for saving the bird ! 🙏🙏🙏🌺🌺🌺👨

  • @SANTO971
    @SANTO971 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brave man. Good job. Thank you

  • @sarahstrong7174
    @sarahstrong7174 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    "Bloomin Hooman put me in a thing so I couldn't fly, then dropped me!"

  • @HelenaMikas
    @HelenaMikas 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done those who called WAF, terrific team work Simon and Laurie... Re those who go fishing and leave such a lethal legacy ..all I can say is no way can I type my thoughts..Who ever has made complaints about climbing gear please ..save such for the fishing freaks who seem to enjoy making a great mess ...which no human could ignore . 👍👍👍👍👍 Well done Simon & Laurie

  • @nadiabrook7871
    @nadiabrook7871 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    My heart was in my mouth watching this!! I'm SOOOOOO glad the jay got rescued, though!!

  • @katrinafarmer207
    @katrinafarmer207 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    That looked very dangerous out on that branch

  • @annsidbrant7616
    @annsidbrant7616 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, talk about dedication and heroism!

  • @Lollylolly7765
    @Lollylolly7765 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful rescue Laurie…you are brave to climb that crazy tree.

  • @EEmB
    @EEmB 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I was so scared that branch was going to break. Thank you so much for saving all these little ones, I wish there were more people like you out there! Lawrie has such a optimistic and brave attitude all the time. Great work!!

  • @laurbear95
    @laurbear95 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Lawrie's a fking rockstar 🤩😮 and this was quite a funny rescue 🤭❤ I'm dying over the birds captions 🤣

    • @wildlifeaid
      @wildlifeaid  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you! We're glad you enjoyed it :)

  • @gmaureen
    @gmaureen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Those ladies were awfully nice. Credit to them for leading the way and keeping Lawrie safe.

  • @eddiek0507
    @eddiek0507 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Respect for helping the poor Jay out. You are risking your life if that branch had snapped. Fishing line is such a menace to other wildlife. Years ago it used to be lead weights, but nowadays fishermen are supposed to use non toxic weights... 😊👍👍

  • @womenfemale1849
    @womenfemale1849 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sweet young man God bless you All 👏🌷🌷🌷❤❤❤❤

  • @vojaro5669
    @vojaro5669 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very well done!!! I take you have no fear of heights, as I just watching you was getting weak in the knees. Beautiful bird ... dam plastics, it’s everywhere. Thank you!!

  • @patriciakunz1198
    @patriciakunz1198 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done. Please always keep safe.

  • @tanjamoller3675
    @tanjamoller3675 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for help-from Germany.

  • @jeromehansen3969
    @jeromehansen3969 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My morning smile. Thanks

  • @Reunion4ever
    @Reunion4ever 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    ❤️❤️❤️❤️ Lawrie you’re a hero ! So glad you’re safe 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️

  • @TimeTheory2099
    @TimeTheory2099 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Wildlife Aid teams 👍
    I don't know anyone personally willing to do that for a job.

  • @michellemajore579
    @michellemajore579 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Lawrie said "Sorry!" enough times to make a Canadian heart proud! 🤣

  • @ingeborg-anne
    @ingeborg-anne 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That poor little jay was ready to beat you to a pulp, Lawrie. You're lucky you didn't catch it on a good day or you'd get the ol' one-two by the sound of it! :D

  • @amandah2866
    @amandah2866 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such an amazing job! It's nice to see that Lawrie didn't die and that he didn't have an embarrassing short fall from halfway down the ladder!

  • @AnnaMarianne
    @AnnaMarianne 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    2:27 "Nice throw!"
    See, the duckling throwing has paid off.

  • @BelloBudo007
    @BelloBudo007 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That put a smile on my face too.

  • @alexbernabe9236
    @alexbernabe9236 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Be cautious Lawrie.

  • @Sarcasticallyinspired
    @Sarcasticallyinspired 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent rescue and a favourable result

  • @SchlichteToven
    @SchlichteToven 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a pretty bird, with it's pinkish mohawk! I don't think I've seen one before. I love its indignant squawking.

  • @remruna3538
    @remruna3538 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good job Lawrie! He's such a pro, even kept narrating for a video throughout it in the most hilarious dead pan british way possible. Takes nerves of steel that. Glad he didn't go splat against the pavement, he's a gem. Can we also appreciate how that Jay totally showed off by flying through the rungs of the latter.XD

  • @jjkusaf
    @jjkusaf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    While Lawrie was up in that tree...all I could think was "Nope, nope, nope!"
    Very vocal bird.

  • @alward9901
    @alward9901 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi guys. Just found you a couple of weeks ago . And like every one else enjoining every minute. And going back to watch al your videos . Thanks greetings from trucker AL RETIRED . CANADA .

  • @chattykathy5313
    @chattykathy5313 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fabulous rescue Lawrie you are a brave man to climb so high! but what a beautiful Jay, bet he/she was pleased you came to the rescue it would have been a terrible way to die left dangling like the hanged man. x

  • @irenelitvak5576
    @irenelitvak5576 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lawrie, you are my hero

  • @elizabethgilbert1267
    @elizabethgilbert1267 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lawrie is so brave.

  • @jonathansmythe6273
    @jonathansmythe6273 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    top work. jays are very pretty, with their blue side feathers.

  • @MaryIrene63
    @MaryIrene63 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    well done all but so dangerous, my heart was in my mouth watching. ❤️

  • @birdiemomcarol6554
    @birdiemomcarol6554 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh Lawrie that was a scary rescue seeing you so far from the ladder on that branch. But great rescue as always! Glad you made it safely back down on the ground 😊

  • @avacat8852
    @avacat8852 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    wonderful rescue!!! Thanks to the ladies and u both!!!

  • @Auriorium
    @Auriorium 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I know these birds, there is one who likes to yell occasionally at my window every Tuesday.
    Wasn't here last Tuesday so I am scared but also thankful.
    edit: An I am trying to fix my grammar XD

    • @judil3294
      @judil3294 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Your grammar is just fine, I totally understood which is what matters. 😃

    • @Auriorium
      @Auriorium 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@judil3294 I like fixed the message 4 times XD

    • @sophierobinson2738
      @sophierobinson2738 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Auriorium ❤️

    • @mchatouille
      @mchatouille 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Is your grammar broken? Maybe your granpaw can help fix her.

  • @almaxx9680
    @almaxx9680 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Simon and Laurie, The A team💪👍❤️

  • @katierandall9191
    @katierandall9191 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very brave Lawrie!

  • @pdmullgirl
    @pdmullgirl 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Laurie, that was some fine tree climbing! Another one saved! Bravo!
    ❤️💜💚

  • @jrou58
    @jrou58 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Me gusta que Wildlife Aid dedique el mismo cuidado a los pequeños animales o a los mamíferos mayores, sean un arrendajo, una paloma, un zorro o un tejón. Incluso a una rata.

  • @cndns2
    @cndns2 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow. All I can say is that Lawrie is a true daredevil hanging onto that tree limb. Good job, Lawrie.

  • @audreyheather
    @audreyheather 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lawrie is a Climbing Master. I'd be terrified of Falling. Great rescue

  • @saudade315
    @saudade315 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lawrie is such a cutie pie, making all those jokes while on that suspect branch and the bird screaming in his face.

  • @annhollowell5352
    @annhollowell5352 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done guys.

  • @witchnr1
    @witchnr1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Omg I was so scared that Lawrie would fall down...wow you are so cool 😎

  • @anglosaxon5874
    @anglosaxon5874 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I didn't realise how far down the branch he went. I could never do that! Mind, I'm more Simon's age. lol
    Well done. Love Jay's. Get a few visiting my garden every now and then. Very shy birds, but loud [lol] birds.

  • @marquis.5748
    @marquis.5748 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    awesome rescue.

  • @lakehuron7733
    @lakehuron7733 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant all round!!!

  • @ianofliverpool7701
    @ianofliverpool7701 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I was very worried about the stability of that branch

  • @terencef97
    @terencef97 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lawrie is a class act

  • @heidim6468
    @heidim6468 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    P.S. thank you for saving the birdie.....

  • @ForeverWinterandHope
    @ForeverWinterandHope 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job, guys! It was awesome that you guys managed to release it on sight!

  • @雅惠-k6y
    @雅惠-k6y 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Saving the bird is the first task, but the tree that vine grown you climb is look very magical.🕸️

  • @errolandrade4235
    @errolandrade4235 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good stuff matey 👍👍👍👍

  • @edmundmondo1682
    @edmundmondo1682 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    He is a very experienced climbing instructor! 🤔
    Makes sense after you watch the video but not before! 😱

  • @ioanjones9269
    @ioanjones9269 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    how was lawrie so calm?!?! i was more scared watching than he was up there. good job tho!

  • @garycard1456
    @garycard1456 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice job, and what a beautiful Corvid, albeit a rather unappreciative one! By the way, the better-run angling societies require that members report the location of line breakages and fishing line entanglements/snags to the society, so that the line and tackle can be retrieved and disposed of in a safe way (the best way of disposing of nylon fishing line is to cut it up into ~1 inch lengths using a pair of scissors. That way, it no longer represents a strangulation or ensnarement risk to wildlife and pets).

  • @MalcolmMunchies
    @MalcolmMunchies 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What would we do without you ❤

  • @terezahola339
    @terezahola339 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Seriously? I am not that afraid of hights, but watching brave Lawrie climbing those branches without any securing gave me a chill :D great job!

  • @timothygorman7528
    @timothygorman7528 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Simon / Lawrie, I love when you kind of make these humorous. I particularly was amused at the previously screaming bird going instantly silent upon being dropped and letting out a huge Squawwwkkkk upon being caught. I found that funny. I was very happy you two were able to let him go. Simon may have missed the release, but he did catch the bird! :)