DAVID Reumer is ready to chop away at a long-term dream.

The Aylmerton woodchopper will represent the Australian under-21s at a national competition next week.

Reumer, 20, will head to the Royal Adelaide Show to compete in a three-contest series against New Zealand.

The Highlander is part of a seven-man team for the Australians, which will depart for the event tomorrow.

The series will signal a long dream of Reumer's to represent his country.

Reumer started woodchopping when he was 10 years old and soon dreamed of wearing the green and gold.

"It's been my goal since I was 11 - I told that Dad that I would represent Australia," he said.

"I hope the team gets a 3-0 win and I can cut to the best of my potential.

"I will represent the team proudly and give it all I've got."

The series will be divided into three formats - underhand, standing block and sawing events.

Underhand requires participants to stand above a log and use a downward motion to chop the log in two.

Standing block is completed by cutting into one side of the wood.

Sawing events involve axeman using a saw to slice through the wood.

"You have to cover all basis and be an all-rounder," Reumer said.

"I'm stoked to make the Australian team."

Reumer has been chopping competitively at shows around Australia since he was 10 years old.

He was picked for his country on the back of a strong performance at the 2015 Sydney Royal Easter Show, winning the under-21s underhand event.

Reumer also recently won the open championship against some of NSW best woodchoppers at the Dubbo Show.

After gaining national selection, Reumer has been training hard in preparation for next week.

Reumer has continued to travel to country shows to compete as well as chop wood at home.

He has also undertaken personal training sessions with BENt On CrossFit coach Ricky Garard.

Reumer said his passion for woodchopping was passed down from his dad John, who still competes.

"Dad was taught to chop when he was 15 years old, so it's in my blood," he said.

"I got a hatchet for my second birthday and it's all I've ever known.

"Dad and I compete together, which is something you can't say about many sports."