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Started by Mr.Rapidan, April 07, 2017, 10:56:55 PM

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Mr.Rapidan

I would like to take felling classes, or have some education of which to officially certify me as a feller, or forester. I live in Northern VA, anybody have any idea where or how I could do this? I know the Forest Service offers some Sawyer classes including the S-212, but I'm not really sure where to find those. Thanks.
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If I were you I'd contact the DEC (Dept. of Environmental Conservation) or the local Ag Co-Op for starters.  Someone will be able to point you in the right direction.  Maybe even a call to the local college?  Start asking questions, etc.  :)
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Mr.Rapidan

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Pulphook

Google "Game of Logging" programs often run out of university Forestry Schools, state forestry agency, or insurance companies bonding loggers and arborists.
The GOL is a serious series of instruction using competition as a learning tool. Originated in Sweden.
Also look for professional certification programs that may take landowners. In Maine it is "Certified Logging Professional".
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Crusarius

You say you live in VA but I see upstate NY on your description. I am hosting a GOL class on december 7th in canadice NY. I don't think it gets you any certification but it should teach you what you need to know.

Don P

In VA this is offered at different locations throughout the year.
http://sharplogger.vt.edu/

Pulphook

Quote from: Crusarius on November 05, 2018, 04:13:50 PM
You say you live in VA but I see upstate NY on your description. I am hosting a GOL class on december 7th in canadice NY. I don't think it gets you any certification but it should teach you what you need to know.
Most don't know about GOL Crus. Post your program details ?
I took the 4 levels years ago along with the CLP 'pro' course later. Both were the finest learning other than mil training.
Two wood stoves ( Jotul Rangely ,Jotul Oslo ) heating 99 44/100%
24/7. No central heat. 6-8 cords firewood from the woodlot /year. Low low tech: ATV with trailer, 3 saws, 2 electric splitters, a worn pulphook, peavy, climbing line for skidding, Fiskars 27, an old back getting older.

Crusarius

This is the easiest way I can explain it. I have not been through any of them so I only know what I read and was told

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