Level 1 of Game of Logging Chainsaw Training, April 21, 2022

640 James Rd,Lincoln VT 05443

21 April, 2022

Description

In this workshop, you'll learn techniques for safe and efficient open-face tree felling. The Game of Logging training program combines Scandinavian logging techniques with the latest systems for working safely around trees. We cannot overstate the value of these courses. We have participants who’ve used chainsaws for 30 years prior to taking GOL Level I say that the course changed the way they work in the woods. The GOL courses must be taken in sequence. (Even if you have chainsaw experience, you must begin with Level I). Level 1. Precision Felling Techniques. This workshop introduces open-face felling and the development of techniques to safely use it. Topics covered include personal protective equipment, chainsaw safety features, chainsaw reactive forces, bore cutting, pre-planning the fell, and understanding hinge wood strength. 8AM-4:00PM one-day course. Maximum 10 participants. IN THIS COURSE YOU'LL LEARN / PRACTICE: Emergency planningPersonal protective equipment5-point safety checkReactive forcesPrecision plunge cutting5-point felling planScoring the stumpPrecision felling practiceWHAT TO BRING You can use the instructor's chainsaw in LEVEL 1, so you do not need to bring one. But if you own a saw, bring it. You can at the very least show it to the instructor for feedback, and you may be able to use it for your felling practice. Hardhat with eye and ear protectionChaps (Though you must bring chaps, the instructors encourage you NOT to buy a pair just to attend the workshop, since they’ll be telling you about the pros and cons of different styles. Try to borrow a pair from a friend or neighbor.)Sturdy bootsGloves (optional)Lunch and beveragesClothes appropriate to a full day in the woods, rain, snow, or shine (If it's really cold, hand- and toe-warmers are great to have!)Drug- and alcohol-free bodyPositive attitude. Remember that you will be in a course with up to 9 other participants, all of whom will take turns with chainsaw practice. You will learn a great deal by watching and listening closely to other participants' chainsaw handling.There are no bathroom facilities, so be prepared to take care of business in the woods following Leave No Trace practices. DIRECTIONS: 640 James Road in Lincoln, Vermont, is the approximate address of the Vermont Family Forests land, and you can use this address to get directions from Google Maps (let us know in advance if you need help getting directions). When you turn onto James Road from Elder Hill Road, proceed 0.6 mile. PLEASE BE SURE TO DRIVE SLOWLY (15mph) THROUGH THE DEVELOPED AREA OF OUR NEIGHBOR'S LAND, which you'll encounter at about 0.4 miles. You'll see a new driveway to your right and will be parking there. CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY: Please note our refund policy! You may cancel your registration up one week prior to the workshop date and receive a full refund, less a $30 administrative fee. You also have the option to shift your registration fee to our next offering of the course (we offer Game of Logging each spring and fall) for no administrative fee. If you cancel less than one week prior to the workshop, your fee is not eligible for refund, unless we have someone on the waiting list who is available to fill your space, in which case you will receive a full refund, less a $30 administrative fee, or you can shift your registration fee to our next offering of the course. Game of Logging courses are held rain or shine. In the rare event that a workshop is cancelled due to extreme weather conditions, participants will receive a full refund on their registration fee. The Game of Logging training program combines Scandinavian logging techniques with the latest systems for working safely around trees. We cannot overstate the value of these courses. We have participants who’ve used chainsaws for 30 years prior to taking GOL Level I say that the course changed the way they work in the woods.    The Game of Logging courses must be taken in sequence (even if you have chainsaw experience, you must begin with Level I).   Level 1. Precision Felling Techniques.This workshop introduces safe and accurate open-face felling. Topics include personal protective equipment, chainsaw safety features, chainsaw reactive forces, bore cutting, pre-planning the fell, and understanding hinge wood strength. 8AM-4:00PM one-day course. Maximum 10 participants.    Level 2. Maximizing Saw Performance.The morning portion of this workshop focuses on maximizing chainsaw performance through basic maintenance and filing techniques. In the afternoon woods portion of the workshop, you'll learn limbing and bucking techniques and spring pole cutting, and will practice more tree felling. 8AM-4:00PM one-day course. Maximum 10 participants.   Level 3: Limbing, Bucking, and Difficult Trees.This workshop training includes dealing with lean when felling trees; limbing and bucking downed trees; and felling difficult and hung-up trees. 8AM-4:00PM one-day course. Maximum 10 participants.    Level 4 for Landowners or Storm Damage Training: Safe technques for working with trees under extreme compression/tension or damage due to wind-throw, ice damage, flooding, etc., where stems may be tangled, have root systems exposed, or other hazardous situations that need to be removed. Students must have completed GOL Levels 1-3 prior to attending this class.   Vermont Family Forests' Game of Logging chainsaw training courses are taught by the outstanding instructors from Northeast Woodland Training. Visit their website (www.woodlandtraining.com) for detailed course descriptions.