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.
Buckin', you're probably one of the only people that could hold my attention for 50 minutes while telling a story. It's very inspiring. You have an amazing attitude. If only more people could emit such positive energy out into the world like you do. Years ago I decided to drop off social media entirely, but I love watching RU-vid videos to learn as much as possible in life, and I vowed that I would never say anything negative in a comment. If I don't have anything positive to say, I don't say it, even when it's tempting to correct or critique someone. A negative comment equals negative energy, and man, that's not what humanity needs right now. Keep on keepin' on, Billy. I'm glad you survived that accident and can share some of your stories and mad skills with us.
You may have just inspired me to stop getting upset about political stuff on RU-vid. I can sometimes get kind of mean with the idiocy I see on here. I like your philosophy though. I think I’ll try it. Cheers
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.
I just found this amazing channel randomly sitting in my youtube feed. It's amazing for several reasons, but especially due to the most important reason. Mr. Smith is a tremendous example for anyone and everyone to follow. He speaks a very honest and pure brand of truth not often seen or heard these days. He is joyful and exuberant about his passion for being an axeman, a father and in general for his approach to life. Plain and simple, he reminds his viewers of what is important in life. He speaks to the heart and soul of my being. I really hope more people not only see and hear his message(s) but truly listen. Thank you Mr. Smith.
We are information transceivers. Your mind controls the channel. We have a way of broadcasting through intent. Watch the movie (documentary) Third Eye Spies. You've done well by your family Billy. Good work.
Billy, you are one hell of a communicator and I feel that your communication went right to that operator on the machine. Thanks Billy, if you think about it you know how to say stuff. I knew that when I first watched your first video. Live free my friend. Thank you and thanks to everybody on this channel. Hey! we are all nuts.
You are and have been an inspiration to me and the army fron day one! Your story is amazing and your message is heart felt. As a realist myself.. the past is now a story to tell, today is being writen, and tomorrow is a blank page. Peace and love to you and all.
Eye balls are sweatin on that one billy!! You are one ten ply dude!! Very lucky man great message couldn’t have said any of that any better than you did, great inspiration, thanks for sharing everything you do!!
That's one hell of a story Buckin, and you had me in tears at one point. Thanks so much for being so brave and sharing this story, it means so much to hear that from you. Very pleased that you are back into it and you came through with the opposite of holding a grudge on life. So glad that you can remain so super positive - it's a great way to live your life. Cheers mate.
I still have trouble talking about my accident, even though it was way back in early 2003. I admire that you can talk about this. The universe decided that it wasn't your time to go and I think we're all glad you are here and that we have you here on youtube. As you described this and choked up a bit, I choked up with you. Thank you for telling us your story. If I haven't said it lately, you have changed my life in many ways, just because of your attitude. I am forever indebted to you for that.
Tom, sadly I can't make Buckinstock :( My Daughter is getting married in August and we're running around like chickens with our heads cut off LOL It will even be more hectic by mid-July. But if there's a Buckinstock 2019 I'll be there.
Buckin'.....good talking to ya this morn. That story brought a tear to my eye. I never expected you to talk about that incident....like I don't talk much about Vietnam. We had a saying in Vietnam that goes "you don't really live until you almost die". You're with us now and that's all that matters. Love you brother and Happy Fathers Day!
Wow. I stumbled across this channel looking for information on axes....then stayed for the chainsaw content, and then stumbled across this video today. What a truly inspiring story. You keep on keeping on, man. Your energy is such a positive light here on youtube. Really amazing. I wish you and your family only the best. Thank you for the fantastic content!
I'm so grateful that you are here now, Billy. I helped deliver my only child and how any man can complain after seeing the woman you love in that kind of pain, I don't understand. Love you, brother. Keep on keeping on!
"Iv'e never been accosted in my entire life like I've been accosted on RU-vid." And you Billy continue in the face of that. Thank You.❤️ Kinda makes me wonder how many on RU-vid folded under the same pressure from the human element?
Buckin. Bud. Love ya friend. Perseverance is something not everyone has. This is why I connect with you on a different level and find myself gravitating towards only watching your videos. Thanks for sharing friend. I will back this channel forever. Its given me hope for myself. Ps.....I did it buckin. Your here for many reasons, and one was to push me to finally start my own business. I'm almost a month in with "ProMark Forestry" ..... and I have the wife and kids behind me....but you to thank for the push. Thank you friend. You've given one....more....person....hope. and theres just me to make it happen....but your influence drives me. Bud.....love ya. Stay safe friends.
I just got out of a 9 month coma (14 mos. ago) as I was involved in a triple murder. But I very much appreciate you telling us about your brush with death. It really is a sensitive thing and I'm glad you were able to put it into some sort of context for us or for those who might be able to relate. Thank You again, - Brian NYC -
Thank you for sharing that. Your story moved me immensely. I'm 72, father of 9 children,,,8 living, 22 grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren... retired carpenter,,, long time follower. Keep doin it Buckin. You're helping a lot of us.
You are an inspiration! I am with you. Do what you dream about. Do what you love. Do what makes you happy. Lots of things changing here as well and not looking back. Great video my friend!
Billy I'm 64yrs old and I'm struggling to write through eyes full of water. Yes your story is inspirational and thank you for sharing. I can see you are a man who gives it all and that was the time you gave it all to survive. I have subscribed to your channel because its nice to see a man for who he is and not for someone he thinks he should be. You said it, "I'm a nutcase" I see it as passionate, heartwood to new growth. Good on ya man.
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
@Buckin'BillyRaySmith Been there too. Had my L3,L4,L5 fused after a botched surgery the surgeon drilled a hole into my spinal cord at L4...Keep fighting the good fight and spreading the love!
Buckin, used to live and work on Vancouver Island as a HD mechanic. Beautiful Duncan. Love the videos but this one hits different. You just have a spirit about you that is very authentic and comes through the videos, its easy to see how kind and hard working you are, what a loving father, loving husband, and loving son you are (I saw the old man in a couple videos!!). Always so willing and happy to share your vast knowledge with us simple folks lol. Every time I watch your videos its like a breath of fresh air. As I scroll through the comments you certainly have impacted a ton of others and its like that higher power you mentioned knew that you had a higher calling waiting for you. Always a highlight watching your stuff.
Thanks for sharing your story. People need to know how dangerous your work is. I feel your pain. I got hurt in the coal mines in 1985 , I was 29. 3 back surgeries and 4 years later I made the choice to refuse disability. I have worked every day since. Most days are not easy but I raised and fed my family. PS: 5 weeks ago I bought and resurrected an old 371xp. Ugh ugh, she cuts eh! I love and learn from you daily. He kind.
Wow, I understand a lot more now, Thank's my friend for sharing that,like you said your'e here because your'e supposed to be..Take Care everyone, *HAPPY FATHER'S DAY TOMORROW*
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!
I'm not religious myself but some bizarre things have happened to get me out of situations. It makes you think far beyond yourself and what we are connected to. That's a tough thing to go through friend. I'm glad your here to share it. 🙏 As the Vulcans would say, 'Live long and prosper'.
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.
Thank you Sir. I’ve been struggling with a disease that causes tumors on my nerves for two decades now, and I always try to not let bring me down. It’s a struggle sometimes but my friend, you just recharged my batteries big time. Thank you. I feel ready for another couple of decades. Let ‘er rip buddy!
A beautiful young woman(early 20s) lost her life. She was jogging in a state park 20 minutes from my home and had a tree fall on her just last week. Some will say " oh how awful" but I choose to think. What a wonderful way to go! Out enjoying life in the great woods. Maybe a better title for this video would have been..." The day I was given another chance at life and how I have now chosen to live each day!" I have broken over 30 bones in my 45 years on Earth. I ache some days more then others but you and your subs keep my spirit alive each and everyday! I don't know when my last day is just like everyone but I am going out with a smile and a full heart of love! Thanks for sharing and enjoy your weekend, Buckn'! 😀
Tom Lilli Between being a wild child, car wrecks, falls, working hard my whole life and racing quads 10 years. The list of broken bones has added up. I am on a first name basis with my ortho surgeons and have most of their numbers in my contact...No complaints here! :-)
Tom Lilli I was one of those that high school counselor said I did not need to worry about a career because I would never live to be 18! Pffft...what did they know?!?!
the lawn man Thanks...I have always just spoke from the heart and the truth. Some like it and others find me harsh but that is ok. They haven't walked in my shoes... 😃
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.
Wow. Don’t really know what to say my friend. Glad you’re still here, and that I came across your channel. Do what you can for the future, but nothing beyond this moment is ever promised. Live for it, love for it, because as we all will discover it wasn’t about how much we had, it was about the lives we touched and how kind we were to each other. Thank you for sharing the story...
You're an incredible inspiration Buckin', really glad I found you in the black hole that is RU-vid. All the way from Australia, thanks for the uplifting clips and messages. Keep on keeping on.
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 ♥️♥️♥️
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, very very lucky! I was stuck to the screen for this one. Very nicely told, glad your still here doing what you do. It’s all for a very Good reason.
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 RU-vid 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
Billy, I hear your message. I am just like you. I will never stop. Your kindness and personality gives life to me and makes me believe that there is still kindness in the world. I love you!
I am thankful you shared your story with us. I also had an incident but not as dramatic as yours. I have shared my contact with my wife about you way before you came out with you telling about this. How this guy can do what he does cutting these trees down with precision! Sooo impressed!. I'm in NC and and don't get into cutting down these big trees....too old for that. Love your inspiration!!!and all in my mind it is AWESOME to find you and your stories. I am envious of you to have such a positive outlook!....I need your energy!!! Thank you!
You are right about the character building! When you said that I chuckled! You are hands down one hell of a great character! I throughly enjoy your content and wisdom!
Buckin’ you’re an amazing human. Your willingness to be vulnerable with an audience is great to see. As you say, vulnerability is strength. I love that you live the words you preach.
Buckin’ you made me tear up bud! I’ve seen a man bust his back getting smashed by the rigging, not good. Been with ya since about 500 subs glad you shared this story! Oh by the way I ran buncher for years and now that I’m running the crew the thing a preach the most, DO NOT CREATE HAZARDS FOR THE FALLERS!!! Better to hand fall a little extra if need be! Love ya man
Buckin, you’re a great example of how one should treat life. It’s not about the hand you’re dealt, it’s what you do with that hand that shows what one is made of. Thanks for being positive in everything you do! Thank you for sharing your story.
Buckin’ speaks the Truth! Spread kindness and get on with living life to the fullest. That is why we we are here in the first place.As for me, I will be a positive influence on everyone and everything I meet. Thank you for your great channel!
Billy, Thank You. Thank You for sharing that experience with all of us out here, Thank You for being you, and Thank You for spreading love and kindness. You have taught me that like you said, " I dont have to explain my existence to anyone." There is absolute truth in that. Be Kind, Be Thankful, Be You.
Billy, I have been watching your videos for a while now. I'm a welder/ fabricator. No logger. But I love watching you with your hot rod saws and how you drop trees. You make it look easy. Anyway, I held on to every word how you got hurt. It made me really think about if I have a crappy day at work and get pissed off about it. Then I listen to your story and how positive you are after all of that. I hear it in all of your videos. My so called bad days are nothing compared to that day you just told us about. You are 100% inspiration to all of us on looking at life with such enthusiasm. Thank you for sharing that story and making us really think about whats really important . I'm going to look at things a different now!! So for that, I thank you. Jeff
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
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 👍🇨🇦
This is about the best-told story that I ever heard. It is full of very good lessons and experience. And they were acquired at a very high price. Don't anybody badmouth You Tube. You have to choose what you watch. But at its best, it is worth more than real living. Buckin' Billy Ray Smith's story makes life clearer and more precious. No church preaching, no speech from the pulpit, no quote from the Bible or the Koran, no legend of old says as much about the real world than this account of a man facing the big wall . I Love You Billy. Thank You! You were meant to be here!
So glad you're here with us. I love everything you do. I've learned things from you that I didn't know existed..and also found out why you prefer splitting wood with an axe vs maul...ill never go back to a maul unless I have to. You're a good man with a huge heart. Thank you for your story. I had a cousin that went through a very similar situation, unfortunately, he wasn't as blessed as you. Lots of love from Wisconsin brother!
Wow, thank you so much for sharing this video!! I really like the way you decribe the accident, but even more the way you decribe the aftermath. Many years ago i had an almost identical accident, so in a way it almost feels like you are telling my story as well, witch made me enjoy this video even more. Even if it brings back a lot of bad memories for me.. I don't like talking about my accident that much, i guess because i feel like i am complaining talking about this. Neither my busted back, neck, leg or head is going to be better if i complain. This is what i always tell people who are making a point of me, not complaining, after what i have been trough. I guess it is the same for you, judging by what you say in the video. I can sense that you tell this story from the bottom of your heart, i wish i was half as good as telling my story as you are, but i'm not. So again, thank you vey much for telling your story. Keep up the good work and be safe!! (Sorry for my bad english, i'm Norwegian)
Billy Ray your the man! What a inspiration story- thank you for sharing with me. It’s helped me more than you will ever know. I’m a tree climber in Hawaii- so it’s mostly climbing coconut trees and trimming the nuts by hand with a cane knife. So it’s not the same as your job- but you have motivated me more than you will ever know- Thank you very much- keep up the great work! And thanks again
Wow. Saw this old video today. I also experienced an accident in 2006. Man my eyes are watered up. My accident was nothing like yours but when you are the sole provider feeding your family with young kids. This story hits home like you wouldn’t believe. Thanks for sharing. Troy.
Billy, I call you my Friend ! I know your nuts , but so am I ! Why do you think I'm a member of the Buckin Army ? If I didn't think you were top notch ,I would not be here ! And all the kind people in this Army are great ! Thanks for telling us your story !
I've had my own near death experience and it's amazing how much my completely different situation relates to your story. Changed my life forever. It can be painful and emotional to think about, but it gives me inspiration to keep going as hard as I can. Thank you for telling your story in all its detail, namaste my man
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.
That’s a humbling story buckin’ really makes you think about what else is out there, but i suppose Mother Nature has a plan for us all your one tough man brother, have a good day and stay happy fellow #soldiersofkindness
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!
Thanks you Billy for sharing this amazing experience. Love and gratitude are emotions than produce incredible energy levels that transcend time and space, those emotions come from our hearts. Thanks again. Liked and subscribed.
I have been searching for who I am!!! I quit benzos and pain killers two years ago and have been searching such a void the n my life, watching your videos is giving me a reminder of who I think I was and am! Maybe not as good but something to work towards!!! Been logging and residential tree work whole life time to back to it!!! Thanks!
Thanks Billy. You answered my question on bar length on the 372. I fell over 40 feet, but had my best friends with me (workers). Very fortunate! You are truly blessed. You've got God on your side. But that's good, because now you're giving back. You've got a loyal and faithful community. But you're the strong oak in centre of the vast forest that you've created. I broke my vertibra and 4 ribs, told I wouldn't walk again. I came back. Felling again, and will never give it up. It's you and your community that help me every day. I'm constantly in pain, but smile when I think of what you've created. Thankyou for sharing something that I find difficult to talk about. If you're ever in the UK, I've got to meet you. It could happen to any logger. We live on a wing and a prayer. I actually broke 5 vertibra. Keep logging, the love is there. Who else will look after nature? God loves us. Keep your chin up Buckin army, look after people around you and just be kind. Thanks again Billy.
My long suffering wife thinks we're twins! When you said "it's character building". That's what I say every time we break ourselves (very often). But I think we're right! Keep your community and friends. You're our rock! Buck' on my man.
Thank you for the story glad to still have you here to inspire all of us and share your life with us especially your line of work. Billy God has a plan for us all and and he said unto you today's not your time to come home for you have too much kindness and love to share, he wasn't done with you, he still had a plan for you... I've always loved a couple of lyrics from a song by Tim McGraw called Humble and Kind. No matter what, we have to stay humble and kind no matter what we go through in life. Stay Humble & Kind Billy.
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!
Buckin, i started watching your channel a year ago because i thought i could learn something with my career choice, tree climbing... After watching this video i want to subscribe so bad. I believe everything happens for a reason. You are a True MAN, Keep on keepin on💪
