Using our TYM T25 tractor and backhoe to drain the swamp in our log yard

We've got some logs that we need to cut up into lumber and firewood except that it's mostly surrounded by water from all of the rain that we've gotten this spring and summer. In this video I'm digging a trench to drain the water. As you can tell I'm not the smoothest operator on the backhoe. I'm trying to teach myself to go slower instead of fast and have everything bouncing. Definitely need more practice.
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[@billr4677]

Looks like fun. If I could offer some tips. Usually when digging a trench/ drainage ditch you start at the water end first. But, not in the water. Leave yourself whatever amount of dirt you feel will hold up the water. Like a dam. Then dig away from that point. Wherever possible NEVER drive over ( straddling )a ditch you just dug. Always keep the ditch in front of you and you wheels on solid ground. When you’ve run out of backing room finish your trench buy digging at a 45*-90* angle 📐 to the ditch. It’s a bit more difficult but much safer. Then your last task will be to open the dam. Obviously there are situations where you’ll have to fully start without a dam if you can’t get back to that area. Plan your route carefully so as not to paint yourself into a corner sort to speak. Once you’re more familiar with your controls the more you’ll realize how much lower and longer you cam boom out especially for shallow ditches. Love that little tractor. God bless and play safe.

[@Daileywoodworking]

Thanks for the great advice. I’ll try those next time. Thanks for watching.

[@ismaelmarrero465]

Love this tractor, before you know you will be flying with the controls, don't forget to drop your loader bucket and set your brake.

[@Daileywoodworking]

Thanks for watching and the great tip.

[@gentlebear2722]

It takes lots of practice, you're doing pretty good for a rookie.

[@Daileywoodworking]

Thanks and I’m a rookie for sure. Practice, practice, practice.