Underwater logging

Join us as we document the incredible process of underwater logging in a flooded lake created by a hydroelectric dam. When the valley was flooded, a forest area was submerged beneath the waterline. These standing dead trees are now sustainably harvested by skilled divers working in extreme conditions.

In this video, you’ll see:

Our boat navigating through a lake full of submerged trees.
Divers selecting and preparing a tree for harvesting.
A professional diver descending into the water to cut the tree while it’s secured to a winch system.
The safe extraction of the tree as it’s lifted and moved onto a barge.
A tugboat pulling multiple barges loaded with timber to the processing facility onshore.

This unique method of logging prevents waste of valuable hardwood that would otherwise decay underwater, while also reducing the environmental impact compared to traditional clear-cutting. It’s a combination of engineering, diving expertise, and sustainable forestry.

If you’re fascinated by forestry operations this video gives you a rare behind-the-scenes look at how it all works.

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