An early morning start hoisting the log into place using a tripod and chain and block tackle contraption.
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After some readjustments we got the log on to the ground, happy days.
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Then out came the Chain Saw !
The Log did not appear to be concerned
We were present for the first cut ! on it way to be transformed into the community bench
The finished grain looked great this will act as the base
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Will post updates of the log/bench on it journey to being installed next week !

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