I like calling it, Beating Back The Jungle. How lucky for your neighbor that he's got the best pond renovator in the country, living right next door. Amazing how quickly you can strip out all the scruffy trees and improve the look of such a swamp.
There is nothing like hearing a Volo and cracking trees in the morning. Those microphones really pick up a very clear sound. Your neighbor will impress what you did in a day. No snakes or beavers to contented with.
It's not until the camera away from the excavator that we appreciate just how load those cracking trunks are. It must sound like gun fore to the neighbours.
I know you have been at it for a long time but it still amazes me how you can walk into an area and almost immediately know what needs to be done and how you will do it.
Whatever sound setting you found on the camera really makes a difference. Didnt realize the sound the cracking trees really made. You can hear them pretty good now.
That poor little pond has been unloved and forgotten for years. Time to turn that ugly duckling into a beautiful swan. I'm gonna enjoy this pond makeover a lot I think.
Love watching you cleanup old ponds. How convenient. Next door neighbor. Before you leave that job, she'll be wanting some big rocks, like yours. Don't bury the big rocks!!!
"What are you doing?" "Watching a guy clear out a pond." "Why?" "Because in the last video I watched, he had to dig out an excavator that was trying to dig a pond."
That is the right machine for clearing land and crunching trees. I was thinking one of the minis could have done it but this was faster and more fun to watch.
That's some absolutely beautiful topsoil! Once the pond is dug, some natural plants & trees will grow wonderfully! I bet the areas great for gardening 🤗😀🌺
What a mess in this little forest! And all the dried up young trees and bushes! Wow! 😯 But I know you can make the forest with the pond beautiful again. 😀👍 Thanks also for adding the subtitle. 😊
Save the Go-Pro at 36:47! Nice job getting the pond cleared out around the edge. Really makes a difference just doing that, Now the real work begins! Keep up the great work Chris!
So excited for the pre-project aerial/drone views. This sure helps us understand the scope of work, thanks!!! The repaired pond will add so much value to your neighbor's land, If they ever sell, they can put in the real estate listing: "the pond was expertly upgraded in 2021 by Chris Guins'. Everyone knows the value of THAT!!!! 😍👍😎❤️️
Wish I was your neighbor, not only for your great excavating/dirt work skills but you also seem like an all around good guy. Keep up the great work and videos sir.
the crisp of the sound of cracking trees is like eating potato chips that's like music to the ears of an operator and the equipment is just like grabbing some grass!love it,coz i'm a heavy equipment operator too!
There is something so satisfying about watching you tear those trees out lol Makes me want to go out and work with my mini, but we have snow and frozen ground :(
As an operator, I can appreciate his movements. No wasted efforts. Also, his jobs are really clean when done. It separates the good from the great. Cudos
I live in Ca. Nice to see a professional who knows how to use tools. Also watched your rescue of a buried unit in a pond. If I live near you I’d hire you in a minute.
Another awesome video Chris, these are so relaxing watching you and the Volvo make it look so easy! I don’t think I’ve ever seen the 220 get in a bind! lol great machines! Thanks Chris for sharing with us! 👍🏻
These are my favorite videos you do. Turning a nasty old overgrown pond into a beautiful area that can be maintained and enjoyed. Can't wait to see this one finished. You still get more done in a day than anybody I've ever seen. Work ethics: a forgotten trade.
been watching and lurking on this channel for years... your equipment is always clean and scratch free. such a rarity. you can see the pride in the job. keep at it
What a great environmental feeling. Taking something broken and revitalising it. Super visuals at the beginning with the drone too. What did we do in life before drones? Watching these is a bit like going to the hairdresser after weeks of chaotic hair growth and then seeing my noggin all neat and tidy. Of course the video is way more complicated than just taking a No 2 clipper to my head.
Had 3 acres in Marlboro on a golf course..used my lawn tractor to make paths...company paid 1700 for survey... I owned stone wall right up to practice putting green... 4 feet beyond old barb wire fence... I'd sit on my tractor watching them putt... they did not smile back.. priceless views of hills from that spot.. it pays to do a survey..it sure does..
Dude, you’ve got great skills! I love operating heavy equipment. If I’d discovered 40 years how satisfying it is, I would’ve become a professional equipment operator. Alas, I’ve used skid steers and I have a kubota mini loader, both of which have provided many hours of service and fun. It’s like playing a video game, but far more useful and satisfying! I bet you learned early on how useful a grab claw is!
I’ve mentioned this before on your other videos, but the power of that machine is freaking impressive...you make it look so fluid and simple. Great job Brother!!!!
I can never really appreciate how large those buckets are until someone stands beside them. They’re massive. Here I am w my backhoe attachment for my tractor w a 2’ bucket. Lol it looks big when I dig then watch this and see it’s a mere shovel in comparison
I like calling it, Beating Back The Jungle. How lucky for your neighbor that he's got the best pond renovator in the country, living right next door. Amazing how quickly you can strip out all the scruffy trees and improve the look of such a swamp.
It’s really cool to see you finesse saplings from the ground with a machine that can pick up a 30 ton Rock. That defines “expert.”
There is nothing like hearing a Volo and cracking trees in the morning.
Those microphones really pick up a very clear sound.
Your neighbor will impress what you did in a day.
No snakes or beavers to contented with.
It's not until the camera away from the excavator that we appreciate just how load those cracking trunks are. It must sound like gun fore to the neighbours.
Breaking the Ditch Open and the Camera showing the Rushing Water was a Very Cool View. 👍
Pretty sure that's why he set the bucket down into the flow was to reduce the risk of us getting flushed
She hit the jackpot for neighbors that can repair an old pond. I have to help mine lol.
I know you have been at it for a long time but it still amazes me how you can walk into an area and almost immediately know what needs to be done and how you will do it.
Tear it up Mr Chris. I love watching these pond jobs and this one is a classic fix. Your the man! Git r dun!
Pond revivals are my favorites to watch.
I just love listening to him crunch up the trees and brush!
The Volvo is like an extension of your arms! Great work as usual. 😎👍
There is something very satisfying about your videos. Love seeing the progress of each project. Your fires are always a treat too.
Does anyone else get super excited when he starts a new "overgrown pond" project? It's like I wanna giggle the whole time! Hahaha
The pond projects are definitely my favorite.
@@jeffh4505 Same here, he transforms them.
Pond projects are my favorite too!
they are my favorite
Ya, im a koi farmer, any time I see him on a pond project im like whoot whoot
That will be turned back into a neat little pond.
Thanks, and Woof to Winston and the others.
Whatever sound setting you found on the camera really makes a difference. Didnt realize the sound the cracking trees really made. You can hear them pretty good now.
That poor little pond has been unloved and forgotten for years. Time to turn that ugly duckling into a beautiful swan.
I'm gonna enjoy this pond makeover a lot I think.
Love watching you cleanup old ponds. How convenient. Next door neighbor. Before you leave that job, she'll be wanting some big rocks, like yours. Don't bury the big rocks!!!
Customers quickly realize they hired the most honest and down to earth contractor. NO worries.👍
That must be like hitting the lottery, finding out let'sdid18 is your neighbor!!
"What are you doing?"
"Watching a guy clear out a pond."
"Why?"
"Because in the last video I watched, he had to dig out an excavator that was trying to dig a pond."
Exactly the journey I've taken this morning! Now I'm wondering where excavator school is.
Same here xD
Me too
I'm right behind you! Haha
Same here. XD
This Channel is Much Better than Broadcast, Satellite or Cable TV or any Streaming Services.😬👍
Amen, Not fake drama. No BS, Just work!
Extreme Pond Makeover sounds like a show on DIY network I would get addicted to.
Yep
Nooooooo, those sensationalized formats drive me insane. This is just nice smooth infotainment, needs nothing else
Just clearing of some of the scrubby trashy brush made a big difference in the appearance around the pond. Thank you for sharing.
I love watching that thumb work on those small trees! 👍🏻
So fun to watch. My Dad was an equipment 'whisperer'...man and machine as one. Such gentle finese for a big machine
That is the right machine for clearing land and crunching trees. I was thinking one of the minis could have done it but this was faster and more fun to watch.
I can't wait to see what you're going to do with this pond. I'm sure it's going to turn out great like everything else you do!
That's some absolutely beautiful topsoil! Once the pond is dug, some natural plants & trees will grow wonderfully! I bet the areas great for gardening 🤗😀🌺
I'm almost embarrassed to say how satisfying that was!!! Just by removing those trees and brush it looks 10 times better!
Agree 100 percent i bet he said the same thing
Should be a good little pond but the best part you get to have the fire. 🔥🔥👍👍👍🇨🇦
No matter what you cannot get away from mud,I’m sure that you will make it beautiful.great job.😎😎😎👍👍👍
The neighbor discount. Dont have to pay to have the Volvo moved.
Great day of work, in no time it’s looking good. Thanks for sharing. Kevin
Interesting and rewarding to clean up a mess and turn it into a piece of art for people to appreciate. Good job Chris
Watching Operators like you is strangely peaceful. you are sooo precise and sooo smooth with your multi-axis maneuvers.
Never seen you work so fast 🤠
This must be a budget pond for a neighbor 😜
For some reason, I have just really enjoyed these videos. Thanks for the entertainment and the education.
What a mess in this little forest! And all the dried up young trees and bushes! Wow! 😯 But I know you can make the forest with the pond beautiful again. 😀👍
Thanks also for adding the subtitle. 😊
👍
Pond projects are awesome, from an overgrown mess to a perfect little pond for hanging out to watch nature and relax.
Save the Go-Pro at 36:47! Nice job getting the pond cleared out around the edge. Really makes a difference just doing that, Now the real work begins! Keep up the great work Chris!
So excited for the pre-project aerial/drone views. This sure helps us understand the scope of work, thanks!!! The repaired pond will add so much value to your neighbor's land, If they ever sell, they can put in the real estate listing: "the pond was expertly upgraded in 2021 by Chris Guins'. Everyone knows the value of THAT!!!! 😍👍😎❤️️
The 220 is one helluva weed puller.
Man and machine are one, every movement is precise and fluid. Five stars.
When you are clearing trees it is very satisfying when tree snap under the strain of the machine
At least you can see the pond now that's going to look nice when your done 😎👍👍🇺🇸
Wish I was your neighbor, not only for your great excavating/dirt work skills but you also seem like an all around good guy.
Keep up the great work and videos sir.
the crisp of the sound of cracking trees is like eating potato chips that's like music to the ears of an operator and the equipment is just like grabbing some grass!love it,coz i'm a heavy equipment operator too!
There is something so satisfying about watching you tear those trees out lol Makes me want to go out and work with my mini, but we have snow and frozen ground :(
Chris you are a master at fixing ponds. You can take the ugliest pond and turn it beautiful ❤️💙. Really love the videos.
I like hearing the Volvo crunch those trees! Cool
The awesome power of that machine, and the way Chris controls it is a pleasure to watch!
As an operator, I can appreciate his movements. No wasted efforts. Also, his jobs are really clean when done. It separates the good from the great. Cudos
Can’t wait to see the finished product, bet it will be just beautiful. 🌞
pretty nice when you can walk home after a days work. It's going to be a totally different pond.
You gotta love that commute to work!
Waiting for the notification there's a new video, I like the way you are able to stay busy, I do hope you get some dry weather soon. Thank You
Really nice to see a really good heavy equipment operator - like an extension of his own hand
I live in Ca. Nice to see a professional who knows how to use tools. Also watched your rescue of a buried unit in a pond. If I live near you I’d hire you in a minute.
Another awesome video Chris, these are so relaxing watching you and the Volvo make it look so easy! I don’t think I’ve ever seen the 220 get in a bind! lol great machines! Thanks Chris for sharing with us! 👍🏻
Alright, your neighbor hired the right man for the job, looking forward to watching the transformation 🤜🏼🤛
These are my favorite videos you do.
Turning a nasty old overgrown pond into a beautiful area that can be maintained and enjoyed.
Can't wait to see this one finished.
You still get more done in a day than anybody I've ever seen.
Work ethics: a forgotten trade.
been watching and lurking on this channel for years... your equipment is always clean and scratch free. such a rarity. you can see the pride in the job. keep at it
The pondservationist has come to save another woodland pond! Letsdig18 is in the wood !
WOOOHOOOOOOO !! did u know I love pond videos ??? And u said drainin the swamp ..... 😁
Thank you for the water flow camera! So satisfying to watch.
Well if anyone can make it look great, it's you Chris. You're the man on pond Restoration.
What a great environmental feeling. Taking something broken and revitalising it. Super visuals at the beginning with the drone too. What did we do in life before drones? Watching these is a bit like going to the hairdresser after weeks of chaotic hair growth and then seeing my noggin all neat and tidy. Of course the video is way more complicated than just taking a No 2 clipper to my head.
Man what an AWESOME skill to bring to the table. That kinda job by hand could take years.
Had 3 acres in Marlboro on a golf course..used my lawn tractor to make paths...company paid 1700 for survey... I owned stone wall right up to practice putting green... 4 feet beyond old barb wire fence... I'd sit on my tractor watching them putt... they did not smile back.. priceless views of hills from that spot.. it pays to do a survey..it sure does..
Look forward to Chris's videos. It's way past 10pm here in UK when he posts them but I stay up to watch.
Dude, you’ve got great skills! I love operating heavy equipment. If I’d discovered 40 years how satisfying it is, I would’ve become a professional equipment operator.
Alas, I’ve used skid steers and I have a kubota mini loader, both of which have provided many hours of service and fun. It’s like playing a video game, but far more useful and satisfying!
I bet you learned early on how useful a grab claw is!
It’s a win win. Great little job, and an opportunity to improve your neighborhood. Wish Chris was my neighbor. There WOULD be burning. 😂
Watching this in Scotland. Love watching all your videos Chris.
“It’s a mess back here Chris said”. “Not for long said Miss Volvo”.
Miss Volvo says Oh NO, Getting my feet muddy AGAIN. Feed me toothpicks instead of a good healthy OAK
I love watching your work you are an amazing operator.
Another nice job report of "The Master of the Water Flooding". 😀
it is so nice to watch a professional at work
The machine is an extension of his arms and hands. Awesome to watch.
Wow!!! I love this video! Thank you so much for explaining what you're doing.
This is going to be a good project to watch. 🙂
Keep up the great work and videos Chris I really enjoyed watching them and watching all the great work you do
Its getting to the point where bigdeal19 doesn't even have to leave his yard to get pond jobs these days 🤣💪😎🤘
Chris, always entertaining watch you clear a pond. You can make that Volvo stand up like a dog begging for biscuit at the kitchen table.
Really enjoy watching your videos thank you for taking the time.
It’s a jungle until Chris comes through awesome work
That is a spring fed water hole ,that has fresh water year around , perfect for a bass pond.
Diggin the Drone shots! looks really good!
The pond vids are my favourite as well. I'm always on the lookout to see if he scoops any fish out with his bucket, but I haven't seen any yet.
I’ve mentioned this before on your other videos, but the power of that machine is freaking impressive...you make it look so fluid and simple. Great job Brother!!!!
yes, there seems to be a rhythm to his work
That machine will chews through rocks and trees like a knife thru butter. Can’t wait to see the pond when it’s all done.
Wow! You make It look so simple and easy! I know a bit about the skill required. I rented one and made an absolute mess with it.
Who doesn't like a good pond project will look good when done its a nice little size 👍
I can never really appreciate how large those buckets are until someone stands beside them. They’re massive. Here I am w my backhoe attachment for my tractor w a 2’ bucket. Lol it looks big when I dig then watch this and see it’s a mere shovel in comparison
There's something very satisfying about watching this guy work.
This is one of my favorite types of videos that you make. It will look so nice when you are done.
All your work looks good when you are done with it.👍
That was most enjoyable to watch, looking forward to more videos from you. Tnx.
When a Volvo Excavator snaps a few 10" trees in half at a time in the woods, does anyone hear it?
I heard it
Watching the Volvo clear the trees I suddenly had a craving for celery...🤣 Get it? The sound? 😎
Too funny! I was thinking granola!
At least it’s closer to home and your workshop if you need! 👍🏻
That little pond was growed up , looking good now