Get into logging at WHAT age?

[Rhodemont]

Autocar:  Occasionally I grab a saw to make one or two quick cuts, perhaps a small tree that has fallen across a trail.  I rationalize to myself "I do not need my chaps for this".  No more...I am going to over ride that thought with a vision of you.

[B.C.C. Lapp]

Autocar that discription of your accident gave me the shivers.

Just a real good reminder that the first step in the procedure for starting a chainsaw is buckling on the chaps, THEN set the choke and pull. 

[BargeMonkey]

Friend of mine this summer, took off his chaps in heat. Had a fun hobbled walk back to the truck.
 

 
I'm a fan of these, added an ice bag, bigger blood stop bag, better gloves and a spyderco, all my machines that have a cab have 1 of these in it, her car has one, my truck, my boat bag, you never know when.


 I carry one with me on the boat, lucky to find a band aid sometimes.


 

[carpet56238]

Hand-cutting can be hard work, but it's a good way to learn the ropes and save some cash. Plus, it's a good workout!
As for equipment, my friend started with a basic chainsaw and gradually worked his way up to more advanced machinery. It's a long journey, but it's doable with dedication and learning from experienced loggers.