Updated: June 23, 2009, 10:53 AM ET

2009 Competitors

STIHL TIMBERSPORTS 2009 Competitors David Jewett

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Name
David Jewett

Hometown
Pittsford, N.Y.

Birthday
May 22, 1969

Height
6'3"

Weight
210

Occupation
Lumberjack competitor, chain saw carver, log furniture builder, owner of kick ass Christmas tree business.

Favorite event
Single buck

Training routine
Wood splitting, weight training, bike racing, playing soccer.

How long have you competed in the STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Series?
17 years

Accolades/awards/competitions won
Two-time world overall champ; Hayward, Wis. world championships; 30 world titles and 25 world records.

Hobbies
Saltwater fishing, surfing, playing soccer, cycling, hockey.

Interesting fact
I'm a survivor of kidney failure and successful transplant from my father. This will be my second season back after my transplant.

Do you participate in any nonprofit work?
I donate chain saw carvings to non-profit organizations.