Lumberjacks Risk Their Lives to Cut Down 'Massive' Trees Worth $70K inThe Last Woodsmen: See the Trailer(Exclusive)

Mar. 15, 2025

A group of loggers are putting their lives on the line for a massive payday in Discovery Channel’s newest series,The Last Woodsmen.Similar toDeadliest CatchandGold Rush, the network’s other popular wilderness series,The Last Woodsmenfollows a group of lumbermen who are risking their lives to cut down the largest trees, using only axes and hand-held power saws — and PEOPLE has an exclusive look at the drama that’s to come.In the new show’s trailer, veteran logger Jared Douglas and his team of loggers head out into the wilderness for their chance to take down massive, highly valuable trees that can be worth up to $70K each.However, the opportunity is not without its challenges as these trees pose major threats to the safety of the team.Faller Chris Hersics poses for a photo next to a huge Western Red Cedar.Discovery"On a floating barge hundreds of miles from civilization, veteran logger Jared Douglas puts everything on the line to harvest the largest timber in the world. One misstep in this high-risk industry could cost tens of thousands of dollars or even a life," reads a synopsis for the show.“Joining him at the edge of the world is a tight-knit crew of lumbermen who, with only axes and hand-held power saws, take down massive, highly valuable trees that can be worth up to $70K each,” the summary continues.With a goose causing problems with loading the log barge, Owner Jared Douglas inspects the pile-up.DiscoveryThe stakes are high from the very beginning as the trailer takes viewers into the world of big money logging.Through glimpses of “the world’s most dangerous job,” it’s clear that one misstep can be the difference between life and death for these crews.As scenes of a helicopter picking up logs of woods, trees coming down, and a black bear are seen on screen, a man can be heard saying, “These trees are massive — thirty tons [and] 250-feet tall. A big tree can get sixty to $70,000.  It’s a lot of money, it’s a lot of stress.“The PEOPLE Puzzler crossword is here! How quickly can you solve it? Play now!Faller Jim Gardner takes a quick rest while working in the Canadian wilderness.DiscoveryWith the music intensifying, a woman is heard explaining, “There’s dangers all over the place. I was there when we notified the family.“Elsewhere, a man is heard saying, “There is a chance that we might not come home. Welcome to hell, boys.“The trailer also features explosions, massive trees being split down the middle and barreling towards crew members, rocky waters and transportation challenges from the snow.Faller Chris Hersics makes the first cut on the giant cedar.DiscoveryDiscovery Networks President Howard Lee said in a statement that “the amount of danger involved in harvesting wood — something we see in our everyday lives — is incredibly compelling.““The Last Woodsmentakes us deep into the secluded wilderness with these courageous and highly skilled loggers as they literally risk their lives. It’s a rarely explored, dangerous business which translates to incredibly engrossing television,” his statement continued.Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.The Last Woodsmenpremieres Friday, Nov. 15 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Discovery Channel.

A group of loggers are putting their lives on the line for a massive payday in Discovery Channel’s newest series,The Last Woodsmen.

Similar toDeadliest CatchandGold Rush, the network’s other popular wilderness series,The Last Woodsmenfollows a group of lumbermen who are risking their lives to cut down the largest trees, using only axes and hand-held power saws — and PEOPLE has an exclusive look at the drama that’s to come.

In the new show’s trailer, veteran logger Jared Douglas and his team of loggers head out into the wilderness for their chance to take down massive, highly valuable trees that can be worth up to $70K each.

However, the opportunity is not without its challenges as these trees pose major threats to the safety of the team.

Faller Chris Hersics poses for a photo next to a huge Western Red Cedar.Discovery

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“On a floating barge hundreds of miles from civilization, veteran logger Jared Douglas puts everything on the line to harvest the largest timber in the world. One misstep in this high-risk industry could cost tens of thousands of dollars or even a life,” reads a synopsis for the show.

“Joining him at the edge of the world is a tight-knit crew of lumbermen who, with only axes and hand-held power saws, take down massive, highly valuable trees that can be worth up to $70K each,” the summary continues.

With a goose causing problems with loading the log barge, Owner Jared Douglas inspects the pile-up.Discovery

The stakes are high from the very beginning as the trailer takes viewers into the world of big money logging.

Through glimpses of “the world’s most dangerous job,” it’s clear that one misstep can be the difference between life and death for these crews.

As scenes of a helicopter picking up logs of woods, trees coming down, and a black bear are seen on screen, a man can be heard saying, “These trees are massive — thirty tons [and] 250-feet tall. A big tree can get sixty to $70,000.  It’s a lot of money, it’s a lot of stress.”

The PEOPLE Puzzler crossword is here! How quickly can you solve it? Play now!

Faller Jim Gardner takes a quick rest while working in the Canadian wilderness.Discovery

With the music intensifying, a woman is heard explaining, “There’s dangers all over the place. I was there when we notified the family.”

Elsewhere, a man is heard saying, “There is a chance that we might not come home. Welcome to hell, boys.”

The trailer also features explosions, massive trees being split down the middle and barreling towards crew members, rocky waters and transportation challenges from the snow.

Faller Chris Hersics makes the first cut on the giant cedar.Discovery

Discovery Networks President Howard Lee said in a statement that “the amount of danger involved in harvesting wood — something we see in our everyday lives — is incredibly compelling.”

“The Last Woodsmentakes us deep into the secluded wilderness with these courageous and highly skilled loggers as they literally risk their lives. It’s a rarely explored, dangerous business which translates to incredibly engrossing television,” his statement continued.

Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.

The Last Woodsmenpremieres Friday, Nov. 15 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Discovery Channel.

source: people.com