I started cutting assorted branches from various kinds of trees for walking sticks today.
As I brought up in another thread, I have been sealing the ends and cuts with wood glue, and usually let them dry down for a couple of years.

Any advice on preparing the sticks?
Anyone peal the bark while the sticks are still green?

Finally, since I grow trees... has anyone ever tried shaping a branch into a crook as the branch grows?

Thank you.