Abstract: This invention is directed to a method and apparatus for collecting and tying logs into bundles. The apparatus comprises: (a) elongated means suitable for extending under the tier of logs floating on the body of water; (b) means connected to means (a) for lifting means (a) and rolling the logs thereby lifted into a bundle of logs; (c) means associated with means (a) for strapping the circumference of the bundle of logs to hold them in bundle shape; and (d) means connected to means (a) for carrying and transporting means (a), (b) and (c) in combination.