WSU Extension’s 36th annual Loggers Workshop coming soon

Logging operation with equipment

Offered by WSU Extension Forestry experts, the upcoming Loggers Workshop promotes professionalism and life-long learning, ensuring a healthy future for Inland Northwest woodlands. 

The workshop is 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday, March 25, 2024, at the Ag Trade Center in Colville, Wash. Cost is $20 per person and includes lunch.

“Our program meets continuing education needs for Northwest timberland professionals who require a solid understanding of operational, economic, safety, and regulatory principles,” said host Andy Perleberg, Extension Forestry Team leader. “In addition to receiving credit hours, loggers who take this course can benefit their crews, clients, and our state by ensuring the woods remain safe, productive, and sustainable for future generations.”

Perleberg, working with a field day participant, taking sightings of forest trees.
WSU Extension Forester Andy Perleberg helps a field day participant in a hands-on forest inventory session (WSU Extension photo).

Eight Accredited Logger and Society of American Forester continuing education credits are available.

The workshop covers forest management, forest certification, riparian forest management, wildlife forage seed mixes, the Washington State Department of Natural Resources’ new online Forest Practices application process, Washington’s prescribed fire program, and more.

To register, contact Linda Teller at WSU Stevens County Extension, 986 South Main, Ste. D, Colville, WA 99114, by calling (509) 684-2588.

To learn more, contact Extension Forester Andy Perleberg at andyp@wsu.edu.