Edda Johannsdottir

“I feel a deep connection to the trees. They may not have a voice, but they have a quiet wisdom that I can sense.”

Growing up in the Icelandic wilderness, Edda developed a deep love for the outdoors. Her passion for logging was ignited when she helped her grandfather chop down a tree at the age of eight. After completing her forestry degree, she started working as a logger in Iceland's rugged landscapes. Edda takes great pride in her work and believes every tree she brings down is a step towards a better future. When she's not logging, Edda can be found tending to her garden and brewing herbal teas.

What's the most challenging part of being a logger?

The physical demands can be tough, but for me the hardest part is the occasional backlash from people who see tree cutting as environmentally destructive. It can be hard to convince them that my job is as much about preserving the forest as it is about logging it.

What's your favorite tree to log?

I love working with birch trees. They have such a sleek beauty and they're known for their strength and resilience. But of course, every tree is special in its own way.