Wow!! What a weekend! The international firewood industry and community descended on Cortland, Ohio for the International Firewood Expo 2024 and EVERYONE was in good spirits. What is even more impressive is the weather cooperated which is no small feat in northeast Ohio in the spring. Dan and Joe reminisce on their experience and share their favori…

ALL roads lead to Ohio for the May 18th International Firewood Expo. Dan and Joe discuss the work going into the big event and list all the things causing them stress in the set up. Firewood, food trucks, and T-shirts galore. Where else would you rather be?Par The Wood Hounds

Dan and Joe discuss current trends in the economy relating to machines, computers, and Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI is growing in popularity but will it ever find its place in firewood? Is there a future for AI with firewood production and sales? Can AI make things better for everyone or will ilt lead to the end of the world!?!?…

Dan and Joe ramble on today about a number of things on their minds. They also reflect on their recent interview with Paul Grenier of iDry Kilns and list a number of items they wish they would have thought of to ask. Lastly, they speak of the kind and giving nature of the firewood community on social media.…

What is the big deal about kilns? Are we missing something?? Well, today we begin our official deep-dive into the subject matter and speak with Paul Grenier of iDry Systems LLC. iDry is a kiln manufacturer from Barre Vermont. We will do our best to ask the burning questions and turn up the heat to learn as much as we can about kilns and a new produ…

Dan and Joe spend time discussing a recent Facebook post that garnered widespread angst from the firewood community. Can't we all just get along? The duo follows up that discussion by answering questions posed in a very nice email written by a loyal listener.Par The Wood Hounds

Today Dan and Joe talk about how life could be much easier and their business much more profitable if they would actually hire help. Really? Wouldn't this just cause more headaches? Really? No, seriously. Really?Par The Wood Hounds

Dan and Joe really go off the reservation in today's discussion about the many ways people create their own problems by not controlling their emotions. In most instances the things in life we all want are attainable if only we could remain focused on our goals and identify exactly what we want.Par The Wood Hounds

Dan and Joe revisit their previous episode involving an interview with Laurel Downs of The Nature Conservancy and their national Don't Move Firewood campaign. The discuss some things that are still "bugging" them about invasive species and how firewood can be an unwitting contributor. Hilarity ensues! Please visit www.dontmovefirewood.org for more …

In this episode, Dan and Joe interview Laurel Downs of The Nature Conservancy and their national educational outreach program, Don't Move Firewood. Laurel teaches us about harmful bugs and invasive species and how they can hitchhike on firewood and damage healthy forests. This is a topic near and dear to everyone who camps and who appreciates our f…

Today the dynamic duo discuss a new product that Dan created and is now selling on the internet...Mini Firewood. If you haven't noticed there is a growing trend in mini fire pits that are small enough to sit on a table top. These new fire pits are a big hit by apartment dwellers and city folk looking for a wood burning experience but cannot have a …

Dan and Joe both have something in common...they both work from home. While working from home is an excellent way to live a low-stress life there are still some down-sides to the practice. One thing for sure, the 1 hour daily commute is much better spent sleeping in bed.Par The Wood Hounds

Now that is a roof you can look up to! How can a major expense like a 12 foot roof ever pay for itself? Probably never but today Dan and Joe discuss spending money to improve your area of operation despite not making total, financial sense. The bottom line is, it is nice under a roof, and perhaps that is priceless!…

Today Dan and Joe discuss an email they received about cherry firewood and possible poisons in the smoke. After a day of internet searches and phone calls to dietitians the duo are ready to disclose their findings.Par The Wood Hounds

Dan and Joe take time to celebrate their 100th episode of The Wood Hounds Podcast! There were questions if a podcast about firewood could ever succeed and after a modest goal of four episodes was surpassed the podcast was well on its way! Dan and Joe discuss their favorite past episodes, discuss their biggest failures, and talk about future ideas f…

Dan and Joe sit down with Richard Heby, the owner of Woodbourne Boys Firewood from Brooklyn New York. Richard gives a fascinating peek into how he operates his firewood delivery service in and around NYC. Richard shows how, when he is not sitting in traffic, he procures his inventory and how he delivers kiln dried firewood to the many pizza ovens a…

Today, Dan and Joe discuss relationships and how peoples feelings for each other can evolve over time. There is a special connection subscribers can have with a social media personality and sometimes these relationships can face a rocky road. Can a happy medium be found? Can everyone just get along? Stay tuned to find out!…

Dan and Joe sit down with Bob Nelson of the Wolfe Ridge MFG log splitter company. Bob has created a name for himself in the firewood industry as one of the early pioneers in utilizing social media to market and drive sales. Bob had his start at Metsa Machines where his actions positioned the Japa firewood processors as one of the best selling machi…

Dan and Joe dive into the world of YouTube monetization and discuss the ups and downs of trying to run a profitable channel. They both conclude there are A LOT of things out of a YouTuber's control but the best thing to do is to keep at it!Par The Wood Hounds

You may think you own the biggest, meanest log splitter in the world but can it split (mythical wood species)? Yeah your chainsaw really did a good job cutting up that rotten balsa wood! Today Dan and Joe discuss various firewood machines and how rating their performance on what they "CAN" do vs what they "CAN'T" do may be the better way to look at…

Dan and Joe begin 2024 with an exciting episode discussing two separate emails from listeners. It seems that firewood production creates a lot of mess that has to be dealt with eventually. Our favorite Wood Hounds discuss their waste problems and how they deal with it. Maybe a New Year's Resolution is in order?…

Dan and Joe spend some time looking back upon 2023 and how their endeavors from the year led them to their current situations. Both are passionate firewooders and have successful YouTube channels but they take different approaches to their craft. One of the great things about firewood is you can be a major producer or a small hobbyist (cue the musi…

Dan and Joe enter the 2023 holiday season by revealing their "wood yard wish lists" for the coming year. What will Santa bring? Would they rather have a new truck? Log splitter? Chainsaw? It's hard to guess but one thing for sure they will enjoy the discussion.Par The Wood Hounds

Dan reviews Joe's recent trip to Leadville, Colorado to discover the VEPAK Firewood Packaging Machine. Joe spent the week in Colorado visiting MK High Country Firewood and their use of the VEPAK machine for their bagged firewood operation. Joe had to battle through the mountain roads, snow storms and altitude sickness to bring the store for all of …

Dan and Joe received an email from an international subscriber seeking advice on starting a firewood business. Of course they heaped encouragement on this young teenager but also offered up one of the most important skills when seeking advice. You will have to listen to the episode to learn what that is!!!…

What is the true value of firewood? Is it simply based on the physical sticks of firewood or should the price be based also upon the delivery service? Dan and Joe try to dig into the true value of firewood and what other factors are involved in determining what a customer should pay for their season's stash!…

Dan and Joe take a break from their usual format to discuss the coming Thanksgiving Holiday. Where will they go? How far will they travel? Will they eat too much? Inquiring minds want to know!Par The Wood Hounds

Dan and Joe talk about their outdoor wood boilers...or furnaces...whatever you want to call them! These boilers are very effective but not very efficient in their use of wood. There is a lifestyle that should be understood before you purchase one but, if you do, a warm house and hot shower awaits!Par The Wood Hounds

Dan and Joe sit down and discuss recent firewood user-group discussions on Facebook. Both notice a negative, sour mood amongst the many comments on Facebook and recognize the folly of seeking help from forums such as these.Par The Wood Hounds

Today Dan describes his recent event that was cancelled due to record rainfalls in his area of Wisconsin. Seems that rain and firewood don't mix! But not all was lost as an alternative event, at a different location, was created to salvage the weekend. Why does rain always seem to ruin a Wood Hound's big plans? I guess we will never know!…

A very popular sales technique in the firewood industry is to offer discounts to close a deal. Dan and Joe discuss this topic and offer their insight to its practice. Do discounts do more harm than good? Do they damage your brand? Are they just a way for the seller to lose money? Listen in to find out!…

Today Dan and Joe have a discussion about firewood bundles and Joe's new wrapping machine made by Go Fast Mfg. A friendly debate ensues if bagging is faster than wrapping. Who knows? Does it matter?Par The Wood Hounds

Dan and Joe found the strength to relive the past weekend at the Paul Bunyan show in Cambridge Ohio. They try their best to relive the sights and sounds of such an incredible event and all the festivities attended leading up to the big show. Hilarity ensues.Par The Wood Hounds

The first week of October is a special time in Ohio and for the timber, firewood industry. Dan and Joe discuss their plans for attending the 2023 Paul Bunyan show in Cambridge OH Oct. 6th, 7th, & 8th. Send your comments, feedback, and questions to TheWoodHounds@gmail.comPar The Wood Hounds

Dan and Joe received a very nice and helpful email from a listener who offered advice on making the podcast even better than what it is. While they both agree with the email's recommendations what will they ultimately decide? Will they take the advice of the listener or will they stay the course?Par The Wood Hounds

Dan and Joe both concluded that mid-September is a good time to get busy, kick themselves in gear, and start getting their firewood ready for the winter. While the temps are still up, their internal clocks are telling them to get busy!Par The Wood Hounds

What an impressive streak!!! The Back40 Firewood Friday Night Live Stream has become an institution for members of the YouTube firewood community and last week Dan celebrated his 200th consecutive episode! Dan and Joe discuss how this livestream has become a weekend staple on YouTube and spend time reminiscing about past episodes and what could pos…

The annoying reality of many consumer purchases these days are the extra fees added onto your bill. What gives? Seriously? Dan and Joe talk about these "fees" and how they could relate to the firewood industry. Hilarity ensues! During this particular podcast there are many references to the "previous episode" detailing a popular online firewood fra…

Dan and Joe discuss a recent firewood scam they were made aware of. These types of scams are nothing new and continue to spread in the firewood community. Along with discussing how these scams are carried out the duo provide tips to avoid being ripped off.Par The Wood Hounds

Dan gives us all the dirty...and muddy...details of his recent trip to Boonville New York and his attending of the NYS Woodsmen's Field Days. Did Dan let the rain and mud put a damper on his weekend? Did his shoes make it through the event in one piece? Sit back and let him tell you his story!Par The Wood Hounds

Dan and Joe attempt to "convey" their stories about recent upgrades and repairs made to machines at both their wood yards. One thing is certain...sometimes it's better just to leave stuff alone!Par The Wood Hounds

Dan and Joe find an escape from the oppressive heat outside by turning to Google for a fun time. Didn't you know all you have to do is search "FIREWOOD" to have hours of fun and excitement avoiding the real work outside in the wood yard? Pull up your keyboard and join us!!!Par The Wood Hounds

Joe asks Dan about his new, Finland made, Japa 365+ Pro firewood processor! It must be a great feeling to look outside and see one of the greatest firewood processors in your backyard. Listen in to hear Dan explain!!!Par The Wood Hounds

Today Dan and Joe talk about how their summers are going and how they are avoiding the excessive heat of this early summer.Par The Wood Hounds

Today Dan and Joe talk about wood smoke and how certain areas of the country are dealing with different problems involving wood fires. They discuss the current poor air quality in their region from the Canadian forest fires and also a renewed push in NYC to combat particulate emissions from the many wood-fired pizza ovens in the City. Here is a lin…

Dan and Joe get sidetracked during today's episode and discuss some past comments that were left on their YouTube channels. It seems YouTube personalities can have a Love-Hate relationship with commenters to their channels but there seems to be a certain type of comment that can get under both Dan and Joe's skin.…

Today Dan tells us all about his major project at his wood yard...a VersaTube carport that will cover his splitters and other firewood machines. Dan was super excited to get started on this project but he soon found out there were a number of challenges awaiting him.Par The Wood Hounds

A week after hosting Professor John Pastor discussing his book "White Pine" Dan and Joe spend time discussing the experience they had learning about this iconic American tree. To purchase "White Pine...The Natural and Human History of a Foundational American Tree" visit the publisher's website. Use promo code PINE for 20% off. https://islandpress.o…

Dan and Joe sit down with Professor John Pastor to discuss his new book, White Pine-- The Natural and Human History of a Foundational American Tree. Sit back and listen to an AMAZING story about a tree that helped plant the seeds of Revolution and built this nation to what it is today. To purchase "White Pine" please visit Island Press! Use promo c…

Dan and Joe try to dive back into the topic of firewood industry trends and how professionals can better position themselves to better serve customers of the future. This is certainly a complicated matter to discuss but Dan and Joe will do their best to make things even more confusing!Par The Wood Hounds