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The group Wilderness Watch reported in June 2026 that “the U.S. Forest Service authorized the use of gas-powered chain saws by commercial outfitters and guides for seven months a year for up to three ...

QDEAR TIM: I need a chain saw and am flummoxed as to which type to buy. I'm certain that I want a gas chain saw, but wonder whether to get an 18-inch or a 14-inch model. I've never used one before and ...

The Dewalt Mini Chainsaw was one of two that shipped with bar and chain oil. This was one of the first things I noticed upon unpackaging it, and it was indeed a welcome accessory. As with most of the ...

Harbor Freight Tools announced a recall of two chain saw models that are sold under three different brand names, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced. The Portland, One Stop Gardens ...

The U.S. Forest Service rescinded its decision to allow chain saws in two Southwest Colorado wilderness areas, at least temporarily, because of heavy snowpack that will keep trail crews out of areas ...

For 20 years, as Forest Service volunteers, my husband and I have built and re-routed trails in the Bridger Teton Wilderness of Wyoming. Per the rules of the Wilderness Act, we have never used a chain ...

A national discount tool and equipment retailer issued a recall Monday for more than 1 million electric chain saws after receiving reports that some models continued running even after being turned ...

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