Announcements and Upcoming Events
Chainsaw Safety Training
Michigan Forest Association and Little Forks Conservancy are hosting a one-day Chainsaw Safety Workshop at the Homer Township Hall, 522 N. Homer Road, Midland, MI. The free workshop will be held Thursday, May 31, 2018, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
If you currently operate a chainsaw or plan to purchase a saw in the future, you need to be aware of how to use it safely. The training will consist of five hours of classroom presentation followed by a field demonstration at Riverview Natural Area.
This course will be taught by instructor Chuck Oslund, retired surveyor and firefighter for the USDA Forest Service. Chuck has more than 25 years of professional chainsaw experience and training which he has incorporated into a chainsaw safety system.
His seminars teach why each saw operator must have a safety system, the elements of a good safety system, mental aspects of safety, safer chainsaw handling techniques, and the state-of-the-art safest way to fall a large diameter tree.
It is intended for individuals working in natural resource management, but all may attend. Sandwiches and snacks will be available with a donation jar for optional contribution. Bring a hard hat and safety glasses if you have them.
Registration is required to attend. Please sign up for this training by 5 pm on May 29th. You can contact Elan Lipschitz via email elipschitz@littleforks.org or call the office at 989-835-4886. Be sure to let us know dietary restrictions for lunch as well.
If you currently operate a chainsaw or plan to purchase a saw in the future, you need to be aware of how to use it safely. The training will consist of five hours of classroom presentation followed by a field demonstration at Riverview Natural Area.
This course will be taught by instructor Chuck Oslund, retired surveyor and firefighter for the USDA Forest Service. Chuck has more than 25 years of professional chainsaw experience and training which he has incorporated into a chainsaw safety system.
His seminars teach why each saw operator must have a safety system, the elements of a good safety system, mental aspects of safety, safer chainsaw handling techniques, and the state-of-the-art safest way to fall a large diameter tree.
It is intended for individuals working in natural resource management, but all may attend. Sandwiches and snacks will be available with a donation jar for optional contribution. Bring a hard hat and safety glasses if you have them.
Registration is required to attend. Please sign up for this training by 5 pm on May 29th. You can contact Elan Lipschitz via email elipschitz@littleforks.org or call the office at 989-835-4886. Be sure to let us know dietary restrictions for lunch as well.
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If you need forestry assistance or would like a property evaluation, contact our Forester, Nia Becker to schedule a site visit. She can also help you enroll in tax saving or cost share programs.
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