TimberWest - January/February 2018

TAKING CHANCES ON INDUSTRY CHANGES Tri-Star Logging Snowflake, Arizona

l a i c Offi FIRST ON THE SLOPE

Siegmund Excavation & Construction, Stayton, Oregon

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WORLD’S SECONDLARGEST YARDER Dahlgren Logging Forks, Washington

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Breakfasts to Welcome Loggers.............................................. Page 17 Chainsaw Carving Event............................................................ Page 44 Dessert for Dreams...................................................................... Page 23 Environmental Activism............................................................. Page 24 Exhibitor’s List................................................................................ Page 60 Family Day....................................................................................... Page 27 Friday Night 80th Celebration Event..................................... Page 22 Food Locations.............................................................................. Page 42 Future Forestry Workers Career Day...................................... Page 58 Guess the Net Board Feet.......................................................... Page 26 High School Skills......................................................................... Page 40 Keynote Speaker........................................................................... Page 16 Log Loader Competition............................................................ Page 56 MAP.................................................................................................... Page 52 Meet & Greet.................................................................................. Page 9 OLC Scholarship Benefit Auction............................................ Page 18 OLC Scholarships Awards.......................................................... Page 48 ODF Training Operators............................................................. Page 28 OWIT Dinner and Auction......................................................... Page 14 Panels and Seminars................................................................... Page 30 President’s Welcome................................................................... Page 8 Program and Schedule............................................................... Page 51 Professional Logger Credits...................................................... Page 28 Registration.................................................................................... Page 12 Resolutions..................................................................................... Page 76 SAF Continued Education.......................................................... Page 26 Sawdust Bowl................................................................................ Page 44 Sponsors Page............................................................................... Page 10 2017 ODF Operators of the Year............................................. Page 46

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NW Strike Teams Battle Fire Northwest strike teams demobilize after fighting the Thomas Fire.

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Lindsey R. Mohlere captures David Jackson operating a CAT 325D paired with a Log Max 10000 processing head

NW Strike Teams Battle California’s Thomas Fire

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First on the Slope

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Taking Chances on Industry Changes

First on the Slope Siegmund Excavation & Construction offer full-service, steep-slope logging.

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Taking a Chance on Changes

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Tri-Star Logging had no idea of industry changes when it started out in 1986.

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World’s Second-Largest Yarder Dahlgren’s tower boosts productivity with Series 60 engine repower.

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Man on a Mission Todd Smith’s love of old logging equipment.

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Random Lengths reported that despite severe wintry weather, framing lumber prices opened the year with a firm to stronger tone.

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The housing forecast was a positive one.

Given tight inventories of homes for sale, and labor needed to get more homes on the market, housing analysts forecast another moderate increase in U.S. housing starts in 2018.

University of Idaho Turns to Mass Timber for New Basketball Arena

The University of Idaho (UI) in Moscow, Idaho, partnered with the Idaho timber industry and Portland-based Opsis Architecture, to construct a 70,000-squarefoot multi-use basketball arena of mass timber.

The Idaho Central Credit Union (ICCU) purchased the naming rights for the arena for $10 million, which means ground breaking will be soon.

With a 4,200-seat basketball court, practice court, offices, locker rooms, conference spaces for both the men and women’s basketball programs, and volleyball courts, university officials have expressed hope that the arena would jumpstart athletic fundraising, as well as architectural and engineering interest in the school. In addition to the sports facilities, the space will double as convention space.

2017 Idaho Wildfire Emissions Compared to other Emission Sources in Idaho

Healthy Forests Healthy Communities reported that wildfire significantly impacted Idaho’s air quality in 2017. Wildfires

burned more than 5 million acres in Idaho, Washington, Oregon, Montana, and British Columbia, Canada, combined, and more than 700,000 acres were affected by wildfire in Idaho in 2017. Here are just a few of the facts from the report: • Idaho wildfires in 2017 released over 111,000 tons of direct fine particulate pollution 1(PM5) into the air — 10 times the amount of particulate pollution that all the cars and trucks in Idaho emit over a three-year period.

• All Idaho’s industrial sources combined emit 3% of the particulates (PM5) emitted from Idaho wildfires in 2017.

• Volatile organic compounds (VOC) emissions from on-road vehicles totaled approximately 19,000 tons. Wildfires were estimated to have released 331,000 tons of VOC. • Industrial sources in Idaho emit approximately 19,000 tons of carbon monoxide each year. The 2017 wildfires were estimated to have emitted 42 times that amount, or 800,000 tons.

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California Cuts Red Tape to Cut Wildfire-burned Trees

The California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection announced it will cut regulations to speed removal of dead or dying trees on property damaged by wildfires in three counties.

The board stated an emergency regulation, which takes effect Jan. 22, allowing for the cutting or removing of dead and dying trees around damaged or destroyed legally permitted structures. The change allows the applicant to notify the board using “expedited” notification rather than preparing a timber harvest plan.

The emergency regulation applies to Mendocino, Napa, and Sonoma counties.

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OREGON LOGGING CONFERENCE

OLC President’s Welcome

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am honored to serve as president

of the 80th Anniversary of the Oregon Logging Conference (OLC) and extend to you an invitation to attend this annual event, which will run February 22 - 24, 2018. This year’s conference will begin the evening of February 21 with the OLC preregistration and hosted Meet and Greet sponsored by Wilcox and Flegel at the Eugene Hilton, immediately followed by the Oregon Women in Timber Annual Auction and Dinner.

The theme this year is “80 Years Evergreen and Growing.” The theme reflects the 80year history of the OLC and our industry, the sustainability of our industry, and the never ending need to grow our industry through continued education of the public and the hiring of a younger workforce so we CAN continue to grow. Over the years, we have seen many changes to a few of the traditional ways we have logged, and with these changes, the work we do today continues to provide for the future of our industry.

“Thank you” to the talented OLC board of directors, past presidents, and staff for their support, hard work, and leadership.

They have done an outstanding job putting together a program and show that continues to make the OLC the premier equipment show in the west.

The Oregon Logging Conference Foundation (OLCF) will sponsor our first Future Forestry Workers Career Day event on Friday of the conference. The OLCF, in conjunction with the Oregon Logging Conference and Oregon Women in Timber, will host more than 500 high school students, teachers, and career counselors at the conference. They will learn firsthand about the career opportunities available in our industry, with or without a college education. We look forward to hosting this event and plan to continue doing so at future conferences.

The OLCF continues to award numerous scholarships to worthy students within forestry-related areas of study. Many of the young people who have received the OLCF scholarships continue to work in the logging/ timber industry today. The OLCF is a 501c3 and is accepting charitable donations to continue this worthwhile program. Contact the OLC office for more information.

This year, as always, the OLC will have a traditional full equipment show with the latest technology in logging, construction, trucking, heavy equipment, and biomass processing. You will have an opportunity

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to visit with equipment dealers and manufacturers to learn about new technology in equipment and attend valuable panels and seminars where you can earn Professional Logger Credits—all in one location.

Rick Kriege, President We have more than 300 vendors who will bring the latest in equipment, parts, products, and service that are highly beneficial to your company. I want to thank the exhibitors for their participation in our conference.

Please take the time to visit their displays and personally thank them for coming to the show.

Please join me on Thursday morning, February 22, for the loggers’ breakfast, sponsored by Peterson Cat and Caterpillar. This is a great opportunity to catch up with old friends and acquaintances. This year I have invited Kathy Abusow, president and CEO of the Sustainable Forestry Initiative Inc. to give the keynote address. She has a great message to share with all of you.

Following the morning session, there will be time for all to enjoy the massive equipment on display. The afternoon session will begin with the ODF Operators of the Year and the first panel of the conference, Better Ideas/New Technology in Logging.

To finish the day, come and join us for hosted beer, wine, or cider and good conversation at our famous Sawdust Bowl.

This fun social event will be held in the Performance Hall at the fairgrounds both Thursday and Friday afternoon from 4:30 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., sponsored by Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, US Bank, and Carsen Oil. Friday morning, February 23, we will start the day with the loggers’ breakfast, sponsored by the Papé Group. Breakfast will

be followed by a wide variety of education panels, seminars, industry speakers, and networking events. Please review the complete details in the comprehensive show guide. I encourage you to browse and find items that will help you and your companies continue to grow in 2018.

The 9th OLC Log Loader competition sponsored by Triad Machinery and LinkBelt will be held Friday, February 23, and Saturday morning, February 24, outside near the Wheeler Pavilion. Come support your local operators and enjoy the friendly competition. Sign up early, as space is limited.

See if your operator is the Best in the West.

Friday, February 23 at 12:30 p.m., OLC First Lady Donna Kriege and wives of the OLC board of directors will be hosting the 15th Annual Desserts for Dreams ladies event, at the Eugene Hilton. This fundraising event will benefit St. Charles Hospice.

Friday evening we finish the conference at the 80th Celebration cocktail party, dinner, and dance from 7:00 p.m. until midnight at the Eugene Hilton. Dance to live music provided by Outlaw Shine, sponsored by Kriege Logging LLC, General Trailer, and Peerless Corporation.

On Saturday, February 24, 9:00 a.m.

– 2:00 p.m., we open the doors free to our industry families and the public. Join us for family fun and educational displays, sponsored by KEZI 9 News. Once again we will host the High School Forestry Skills demonstration, sponsored by Nygaard Logging and Warrenton Fiber Co. Make plans to attend the 2018 Oregon Logging Conference - Logging, Construction, Trucking, and Heavy Equipment Expo. For more details, visit our website, www.oregonloggingconference.com, or call us at (800) 595-9191 or (541) 686-9191.

I want to express my sincere thanks to the event sponsors, friends of the OLC, and supporters of the OLC Foundation auction.

Continuing to educate our industry and the public is vital to the success of our industry.

Your ongoing support and dedication are what makes this a great conference.

I’ve been fortunate to meet many great people who are involved in our industry.

Thank you, and I look forward to seeing you at the conference.

Rick Kriege, President 2018 Oregon Logging Conference

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Meet & Greet What: When:

Where:

OLC Meet & Greet Wednesday, February 21, 4:00 p.m.

Eugene Hilton, Main Level Convention Center

Plan to join us at the OLC Meet and Greet Wednesday, February 21, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Eugene Hilton’s Main Level Convention Center.

If you sent in your registration in advance, your registration packet will be ready for you to pick up. If you haven’t registered, volunteers will be there on February 21, ready to help you.

Then join your fellow industry professionals in the main level convention center for a hosted beer and wine event.

This evening will be sponsored by Wilcox & Flegel.

Come on up and enjoy the fun!

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Thank You! to the 2018 Sponsors SILVER LEVEL

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(Spouse must pay registration to qualify for Professional Logger Credits) (Spouse must pay registration to qualify for Professional Logger Credits) Additional Meal Tickets: Additional Meal Tickets: Desserts for Dreams Tickets – Friday, Feb. 23, 2018 Desserts for Dreams Tickets – Friday, Feb. 23, 2018 Friday Celebration Party Tickets – Friday, Feb. 23, 2018 Friday Celebration Party Tickets – Friday, Feb. 23, 2018 Breakfast Tickets – [ ] Thursday [ ] Friday @ $25 per person each day Breakfast Tickets – [ ] Thursday [ ] Friday @ $25 per person each day PAYMENT: CK # PAYMENT: CK #

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Talk About Trees Annual Auction What: Oregon Women in

Timber Dinner & Auction Where: Eugene Hilton Hotel When: Wednesday,

Feb. 21, 4:00 p.m.

Oregon Women in Timber (OWIT) will be hosting their 27th Annual Auction, the dinner and auction event that raises funds to educate youth about forests through the Talk About Trees program. OWIT will be joining forces with the Oregon Logging Conference’s Meet and Greet festivities to help kick off OLC’s 80th Anniversary event.

The doors open at 4:00 p.m. at the Eugene Hilton Hotel and Conference Center. Dinner tickets include a hearty buffet and hosted beer and wine. Proceeds from the auction will raise money to support the classroom forestry education program, Talk About Trees, which has now reached over three million students!

Auction

There is something for everyone at the silent and live auctions. Auction items will include such things as: 1. Four view level tickets to a 2018 Seattle Mariners Home Game 2. Reserve tour and tasting for up to 8 at Willamette Valley Vineyards 3. One-night stay and dinner voucher at Wildhorse Resort & Casino 4. Broadway Theater package for two in Portland, see Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Love Never Dies, The Phantom Returns” sequel to the Phantom of the Opera. Package includes lodging and dinner. Saturday, May 19th, 7:30 p.m. show 5. TWO separate one-of-a-kind country

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music festival packages that each include 4, 4-day GA admission wristbands, exclusive hospitality and air-conditioned suite (not available to the public!) and parking pass. Country Crossings Music Festival – July 26 to 29 at the Jackson County Expo in Central Point and the Willamette Country Music Festival – August 16 to 19 in Brownsville. Both are exclusive packages donated by Bi-Mart.

6. Many types of artwork, getaway trips and unique packages!

This is just a sample of the many great items that will be up for auction. For more information about the event, auction items for bid, and generous donors, check out OWIT’s website and Facebook page at www.orwit.org.

OWIT thanks its many generous donors, including the Northwest Ford Dealers Advertising Association. They have been a consistent sponsor since 2001.

Talk About Trees & OLC Foundation Scholarship Fund

OWIT is partnering with the OLC Foundation to raise money for both the OLC Foundation Scholarship Fund and the Talk About Trees education program by selling commemorative lapel pins for $100.

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The sale of each pin gives the buyer an opportunity to support education for future generations while also getting a chance to win a $500 Meredith Lodging Gift Certificate. The winning ticket will be drawn Wednesday, February 21 at the Eugene Hilton Hotel during the OWIT auction.

Only 100 tickets will be sold.

Education Opportunities with Forest Today and Forever & OLC Family Event

OWIT continues to partner with Forests Today and Forever, providing educational school tours to local elementary students who will also be touring the outdoor equipment displays guided by volunteers from the OLC board of directors.

OWIT will be participating in Saturday’s Family Event by providing tree activities and a Build a Bird Feeder station. OWIT thanks the Miss Lane County Scholarship Program for lending a hand in the bird feeder booth and to Milt and Jane Moran for providing the bird feeder kits.

To learn more about OWIT, make a donation, or to purchase tickets for the auction, go to www.orwit.org or contact Diann Washburn at (503) 831-1593.

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Keynote Speaker – Kathy Abusow President and CEO of the Sustainable Forest Initiative Oregon Logging Conference’s 2018 Keynote Speaker will be Kathy Abusow, president and CEO of the Sustainable Forest Initiative. She will address attendees at the opening breakfast, Thursday, February 22, at 8:30 a.m. in the Wheeler Pavilion.

About Abusow

Kathy Abusow became president and CEO of SFI Inc. in 2007, the same year that the Sustainable Forestry Initiative® became a fully independent, nonKathy Abusow, profit organization. SFI plays a president and CEO of the central role in strengthening the Sustainable Forest Initiative vital links between sustainable forestry, responsible purchasing and thriving communities.

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The SFI Forest Partners Program, established in 2012 with founding partners Time Inc., National Geographic Society, Macmillan and Pearson, works to increase SFI forest management, fiber sourcing and chain-of-custody certification throughout the supply chain.

MOUs with Habitat for Humanity International and Habitat for Humanity Canada that are focused on building sustainable housing, and supporting communities and families.

Kathy is a founding member of Nature Canada’s Women for Nature Initiative — a partnership of 75 women of influence who demonstrate their passion for nature and pass their values on to others to drive change. She also serves on the National Leadership Council for Lift Philanthropy Partners, a Canadian not-forprofit venture philan-thropy organization that invests in social purpose organizations that address skills development, literacy and numeracy, and Aboriginal opportunities. Women Building Futures is one such organization that has increased its scale and impact thanks to the efforts of Lift Philanthropy Partners.

Kathy also sits on numerous technical and advisory committees and is also a member of the board of the World Forestry Center, and is Chair of the PEFC U.S. Governing Body.

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Two Breakfasts to Welcome Attendees What: Opening Breakfast, sponsored

by Caterpillar and Peterson CAT Where: Wheeler Pavilion When: Thursday, Feb. 22, 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.

Cost: Free with Paid Registration

This breakfast includes not only great food, but also informative messages from guest speaker Kathy Abusow, the President and CEO of Sustainable Forestry Initiative Inc., Abusow’s presentation will follow the OLC Foundation Scholarship auction (see page 18), which helps deserving students with their tuition so they can go on to play vital roles in our industry’s future.

Also, check out Caterpillar’s outside display with their dealer, Peterson Cat. As in years past, CAT will feature its newest and most technically advanced forestry equipment. Informed staff will be on hand to answer any questions.

What: Hosted Breakfast,

sponsored by the Papé Group Where: Wheeler Pavilion When: Friday, Feb. 23, 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.

Cost: Free with Paid Registration Breakfast will be waiting Friday morning for all paid attendees with an OLC conference ticket. During breakfast, the OLC Foundation will hold another scholarship auction (see page 18) in support of forestry students.

Papé Group will be sponsoring the event, which includes great food, along with a wonderful venue to network with other industry professionals.

With more than 80 years of service meeting the equipment needs of the construction and forestry industries in Arizona, California, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington, Papé has earned its reputation of excellence.

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OLC Scholarship Benefit Auction What: Opening Breakfasts Where: Wheeler Pavilion When: Thurs. & Fri.,

February 22 & 23, 8:00 a.m.

Cost: Free with Paid Registration On Thursday and Friday mornings, following the OLC opening breakfasts, the OLC Foundation will hold a benefit auction. One hundred percent of the proceeds support scholarships awarded through the Oregon Logging Conference Foundation, a 501c3 charitable tax-deductible foundation.

The scholarship funds help deserving students with their tuition and assist the next generation is going on to play vital roles our industry’s future.

Quadco High Speed Saw Head

Quadco Equipment has generously donated a 24B360VI high speed saw head, and all proceeds after the reserved bid has been met will be donated to the OLC Foundation scholarship fund. The saw head, on display

• Two, 1-Day Nascar tickets for a 20182019 Race (sponsor: Caterpillar) • $5,000 gift certificate towards purchase of a set of Olosfors tracks (sponsor: Ponsse Coburg, OR) • Wood carving (sponsor: Ryan Anderson, Sculptures in Motion) • Pair of Firestone front truck tires (sponsor: Farwest Tire Factory) • 100ft Reel of OREGON’s New 19HX.404 pitch harvester saw chain (sponsor: OREGON) • Pallet of wood pellets (sponsor: Bear Mountain Forest Products) • 100ft reel of TriLink New HV80BR100 harvester chain. (sponsor: TriLink Saw Chain) • Tyson patio pellet heater (sponsor: Tyson Fire) • Custom Icebox Performance Intercooler built by Radiator Supply House (sponsor: Radiator Supply House) • Legacy series truck seat (sponsor: TEC Equipment) • Professional guided fishing trip for two people – one day on a southern Oregon river with Robert Montgomery Oregon Fishing Guide Service. (sponsor: First Strike Environmental)

Friday’s Auction’s Items

at Quadco’s INSIDE exhibit area, will be auctioned off at 8 a.m. Friday, February 23, during the “members’ breakfast in the Wheeler Pavilion. If you can’t attend, but want to bid, call the OLC office to make arrangements for a proxy vote.

Here are just some of the other items donated so far.

Thursday’s Auction Items

• Two truck seats (sponsor: DSU Peterbuilt) • $1,000 gift card toward purchase of pickup tires (sponsor: Superior Tire Service)

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• Legacy high back truck seat (sponsor: Pape’ Kenworth) • Pair of Michelin front truck tires (sponsor: Farwest Tire Factory) • 24B360VI highspeed sawhead, with reserve bid, items displayed in Quadco’s inside booth (Sponsor: Quadco Southstar) • 12 Months 0% financing to purchaser of the high speed sawhead. Must be credit approved and quality for financing. (sponsor: WCLA Credit Union) • Truck seat (sponsor: Brattain International) • 100ft reel of OREGON’s New 19HX.404 pitch harvester saw chain (sponsor: OREGON) • Husqvarna 372 XP with 28-inch bar (sponsor: Pacific Tractor & Equipment)

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• Toolbox and straps (sponsor: Western Trailer Sales) • $500 gift card towards custom wood burning or original painted art from Great Jesspections, artist Colleen Jess, granddaughter of the late artist Ken Brauner. (sponsor: Cleanfix) • 100ft Reel of TriLink New HV80BR100 harvester chain. (sponsor: TriLink Saw Chain) • Custom Icebox Performance Intercooler built by Radiator Supply House (sponsor: Radiator Supply) • Professional guided fishing trip for two people – one day on a southern Oregon river with Robert Montgomery Oregon Fishing Guide Service. (sponsor: First Strike Environmental) Please visit our website, www.oregongloggingconference.com for updated auction donations. And if you are interested in donating an auction item to this worthy charity please contact the Oregon Logging Conference Foundation office at (541) 686-9191.

Thank you to the following companies for their generous donations!

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Friday Night 80th Anniversary Party What: 80th Anniversary

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Dinner and Party Where: Playwrights Hall

Eugene Hilton Hotel When: Friday, Feb. 23, 7:00 p.m.

It’s a night filled with food, drink, and dance.

The 2018 Oregon Logging Conference will celebrate its 80th Anniversary with the final evening hearty buffet dinner and cocktail party on Friday, February 23, in the Playwrights Hall at the Eugene Hilton.

Tastings

For those of you who enjoy finely crafted beers and wines, you’re in for a treat. The night will begin with wine and beer tasting from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., featuring popular regional and local wineries and breweries.

In addition to sampling some of the incredible beverages, you’ll also receive a specialedition 80th Anniversary sampler glass for the event.

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A hearty buffet dinner will be served from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., and then the party really gets going.

Dance

Get ready to dance, because Outlaw Shine will be performing live until 8:00 p.m. until midnight.

Kick up your heels and join the fun!

Reserve your $50 ticket on the OLC registration form or call OLC at (541) 686-9191.

Visit www.oregonloggingconference.com for updated information.

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Ladies Desserts for Dreams Charity Event St. Charles Hospice Where: Composer’s Hall

Eugene Hilton,

12th Floor Vista Ballroom When: Friday, February. 23, 2018

12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

First Lady Donna Kriege invites you to join her at the 15th Annual Ladies Desserts for Dreams Charity Event, Friday, February 23, at the Eugene Hilton. The event will benefit the St. Charles Hospice in Prineville, Oregon.

What to Expect

This event includes a light lunch to go along with the delicious desserts from the many bakeries and restaurants in the Eugene and Springfield area. Wine, Champagne, and alcohol-free beverages will be served to accompany the delectable selection.

It will be a fun and relaxing afternoon event from 12:30 p.m. until 3:00 p.m.

Tickets are $30, with 100 percent of the proceeds going to the charity of Donna’s choice—St. Charles Hospice.

St. Charles Hospice

This year, Kriege has selected “St. Charles Hospice”. This is an organization, which helps terminally ill patients make the most of life, is very dear to Donna.

Enjoy delicious desserts and salads from the Valley River Inn, Olive Garden, Original Roadhouse, the Oregon Electric Station, Coburg Pizza, Eugene Hilton, Cornucopia, Cafe’ Soriah, McGrath’s Fish House, Steelhead Brewery, Ambrosia, LeCafe’ Maison, Excelsior Inn, Belly’s and many more.

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to attend the event. The shuttle will run between 11:45 a.m. and 12:15 p.m., and then return to the Fairgrounds from the Eugene Hilton at 3 p.m. when Desserts for Dreams concludes. More details will be coming soon!

Join us to celebrate the diversity that makes us all unique and help support this special cause. A special thank you to the wonderful restaurants, bakeries and the Eugene Hilton.

For information on how to purchase tickets please call 541-686-9191. And for more information about St. Charles Hospice, please visit their website at www.stcharleshealthcare.org/Our-Services/ Hospice-Care.

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Environmental Activism Returns with Force to Oregon’s Timber Communities Gordon Culbertson, 2006 OLC President Did you know last May Oregon antitimber activists affected the first ever spray ban in the nation? Voters in Lincoln County approved a landmark aerial spray ban, in spite of the fact that herbicides are a critical tool, minimally used only two-to-four times in the first few years of a 40-60-year growing cycle to guarantee newly planted trees are able to grow freely. Timber is one of the most highly regulated industries in the state and, as a result, actively managed forests are responsible for the best water quality in the state, providing clean air, recreation opportunities, abundant wildlife habitat, and the only major renewable building material in existence.

But last May’s win has fueled efforts to duplicate a spray ban in other Oregon

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counties. Similar measures are inevitable, and indeed in the making, as soon as May of 2018 in Lane County and likely other coastal counties.

We’ve seen this friction before. Limiting the rights of private landowners is the modern day Northern Spotted Owl. The clash between the timber industry and environmental activists during the Timber Wars of the 1990s ran deeper than disagreement over how to protect the Northern Spotted Owl; it was a heated battle between those striving to protect their livelihood and rural lifestyle and those who believe it’s unethical to cut down trees and even more unethical to make a profit while doing it.

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forests halted because of the owl. Those jobs weren’t replaced, and the impact of that is palpable in many impoverished rural towns.

Nearly twenty-eight years later, the population of Northern Spotted Owl and the timber industry are both smaller but still here. So are the environmental activists. The only difference is, the activists’ recruiting base grows by the day.

Just as the debate over the owl was bigger than the owl, today’s rift isn’t really about herbicides. While their topic de jour may have changed from the owl to the Marbled Murrelet and spray bans, their underlying cause, to bring our industry to its knees, remains the same.

Every rural Oregonian and every rural business, no matter how tangentially related, will feel the impact of a continued erosion of our ability to harvest timber and re-plant new forests. Fewer saws will run, fewer log trucks will trundle down the roads, fewer logging roads will be built, fewer planting crews will get contracts, and subsequently fewer dollars will be spent at the grocery stores, the barber shops, and the pizza joints.

Fortunately, there are a lot of us, and we’re determined not to let history repeat itself. As the original environmentalists — the ones working the land and keeping Oregon’s forests healthy — it’s time we stand proudly up and defend what we know is an ethical lifestyle and livelihood. Join us and learn more about how you can get involved at www.lanefamilies.org.

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Guess the Net Board Feet What: Guess the Net

Board Feet Contest When: Thursday, Feb. 22

Saturday, Feb. 24 Where: Display Area Cost: Free

This will be the fourth year the OLC has held the Guess the Net Board Feet contest, sponsored by Swanson Brothers Lumber Company. The person with the best scaling abilities, and who comes closest to guessing the board feet of the load of logs, will win a Cabela’s gift card worth $250.

The rules are simple: • Guessing is free — one entry per person.

• The person closest to the officially sealed

board foot volume wins. (The load will be scaled beforehand by a third-party, independent log scaler using the Official Log Scaling Rules of the Northwest Log Rules Advisory Group.)

• Net board feet will be determined using a Scribner, West-Side scale.

• No climbing on the truck or load for a closer look.

• Winner will be determined Saturday, February 24, at 2:00 p.m. and notified Monday, February 26.

• In case of a tie, the winner will be drawn from a pool of tied entrants.

You won’t want to miss out. Stop by and test your skill!

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Society of American Foresters Oregon SAF Continuing Education

Responsible foresters and allied professionals know how important it is to say current, and that continuing education is mandatory for maintaining certification and meeting many licensing and registration criteria.

SAF offers the Certified Foresters® (CF) program provides a consistent, national credential for a professional forester.

The CF program goals are to: • Promote excellence in the stewardship of our national forest resources, in compliance with both legislated and voluntary best management practices.

• Provide employers, clients, colleagues, and the public a credential they can trust.

• Enhance the credibility of the forestry professional.

• Set the gold standard of performance for foresters who demonstrate knowledge, experience, and dedication to the profession of forestry.

The OLC will provide programming that earns up to 8 SAF continuing education units.

To receive credits

To receive credits for the programs, you must: • Register at a sign-up sheet at the OLC registration desk.

• Your punch card will serve as your certificate of attendance at each panel and seminar as well as your documentation for CF credits. Send your completed punch card to:

Certified Forester c/o Society of American Foresters 10100 Laureate Way Bethesda, Maryland 20814

Keep a copy for your records.

For more information regarding the SAF CF Program, please visit www.safenet.org/ education/continuingeducation.cfm or contact the Oregon SAF Continuing Education chair, Mick Sears at micksears621@yahoo. com.

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Family Day Sponsored by KEZI NEWS 9

What: Variety of Family Activities Where: Wheeler Pavilion When: Saturday, Feb. 24, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Cost: Free

Bring the kids and have some fun!

For more than a decade, children have delighted in the fun educational exhibits and activities at OLC’s Family Day. All exhibits are free and open to the public on Family Day. On Saturday, at the Wheeler Pavilion, kids will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of FREE activities.

• Papermaking • Wildlife exhibits • Build your own bird feeder • Wood magic • Wildfire table demonstration • Face painting and clowns There will be snacks for everyone, including free popcorn.

Exploring

Once the kids have sampled all there is to do at the Pavilion, it’s time for the parents to explore the state-of-the-art logging equipment on display.

Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind event. The grounds are open from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., and it’s free to the public. Come and have some fun!

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Earn 10+ Professional Logger Credits Our industry relies on professional loggers to be up-to-date on the most current rules, regulations, and techniques.

The 2018 Oregon Logging Conference is again providing you the opportunity to earn Professional Logger Credits. Individuals and companies can choose from a wide variety of topics presented by industry professionals across the region and earn 5, 10, or MORE credits.

Earning the Maximum Credits

To determine how you and your company can earn the maximum possible credits, just consult the pocket guide on page 49. and choose the ideal combination.

For example, if a company sent two individuals to separate panels held Thursday and Friday and also received the two extra credits for attending the OLC, the company could walk away with 15 credits. And all the credits are applicable toward Professional Logger’s Certification and fulfillment requirements as outlined in the Sustainable Forest Initiative.

Planning Your Classes With a little planning, the Oregon Logging Conference can offer your company many, if not all, of the professional caredits you need and ensure your team will be on top of its game for the upcoming year.

As in prior years, the hole-punch system will be used. A volunteer will be present to

punch your card as you exit at the end of each seminar or panel.

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Oregon Department of Forestry Offers Training to Operators In conjunction with its outreach to the logging industry at the Oregon Logging Conference, the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) will have staff and materials available on-site. State Forestry Protection

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Private Forests Division Staff will be on

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hand to discuss the Oregon Forest Practices Act standards, Forest Health, Assistance to Landowners and other features of their work. Recent stream protection rule changes and new standards for operations near Bald Eagles will be considered.

Department folks look forward to hearing from timber harvest professionals.

Look for signage at the ODF tent regarding times specific training will be offered. There will be opportunities to receive OPL credits for participation.

On Saturday there will be a focus on wildfire prevention in conjunction with the family day Bring the kids! Smokey Bear, always a favorite, will be seen from time to time.

The Oregon Department of Forestry looks forward to a visit with you in the ODF tent at the Conference this year.

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Panels & Seminars 2018 Hands-On Seminar 1

Thursday, February 22 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. • Outside Display Area Log Roll Out — Log Defects and the Result in the Products Jayme Dumford, Timber Manager Swanson Brothers Lumber Co.

Jayme is timber manager for Swanson Brothers Lumber Co., in Noti, Oregon. He has worked for Swanson Brothers for 10 years and in the timber industry for 20+ years. He graduated from Oregon State University (OSU) with a Bachelor’s Degree in Forest Management and has worked as a silvicultural forester, forest engineer, timber sale appraiser, contract administrator, and log buyer.

He is currently responsible for managing timberlands and log supply for Swanson Brothers’ large log mill at Noti.

Jayme will begin working for Thompson Timber Company in March.

T.J. Hammerschmidt, Timber Manager Swanson Group Mfg.

T.J. is timber manager for Swanson Group Mfg., in Springfield, Oregon.

T.J. has worked for Swanson Group for four years and in the timber industry for 15+ years. He graduated from OSU with a Bachelor’s Degree in Forest Management and has worked as a silvicultural forester, timber cruiser, contract administrator, logging manager, and log buyer. He is currently responsible for purchasing logs and managing timber sales for Swanson Group at Springfield.

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Terry Mann, Moderator LL Forestry Dave Wellman, District Sales Mgr., Western NA Komatsu North America

Dave was born in Southern Ontario, Canada. He attended the University of Western Ontario in London and lived in Woodstock where he worked for Timberjack Corporation.

In 1989, Dave became Timberjack District Sales Manager for the West. He worked for John Deere as Forestry Operations Manager covering Western North America from 2000 to 2004. He then worked as a forestry consultant for government and private industry before joining Komatsu Forest in 2005, where he currently holds the position of District Sales Manager for Western North America.

Dave is the 2002 past president of the Pacific Logging Congress.

Dale Ewers, New Zealand Logger Falcon Forestry Equip.

Dale began logging at 14 years old.

Today, along with his wife Christine, they own 15 steep slope and groundbased logging crews throughout New Zealand. They also own the mechanical services and manufacturing company DC Equipment.

It is Dale’s mission in life to fundamentally change the industry to make it safer and more productive for everyone involved. In 2012, Dale and his crew managers made the decision to fully mechanize their crews. Unable to find existing equipment to fulfill their needs, they developed their own motorized grapple carriage, grapple camera system, and winch assist machine.

Under the Falcon Forestry Equipment brand, those products are sold in New Zealand, Chile, Canada, and now, the U.S.

Matt Flood, ForestSight Product Manager John Deere Forestry

Matt has nine years of test engineering experience from agriculture to forestry. He has been with John Deere Forestry for over five years and is currently the Product Manager for John Deere ForestSight, focusing on the technology needs on John Deere Forestry equipment.

Matt holds a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering as well as a Master’s degree in Engineering.

Christopher Hardwood, Engineering Manager John Deere

Christopher graduated as a mechanical engineer from the University

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of Waterloo, in Ontario, Canada. He started his career as an engineering intern at Timberjack in 1998 and rose from test engineer to leadership positions.

In 2002, John joined John Deere and is currently engineering manager for full tree forestry equipment.

Mark Standley, LogSafe Inc.

Mark is a fifth-generation logger. He started Log-Safe Inc. in the early 80’s specializing in logging safety for contract loggers. Today his company helps logging contractors develop and implement safety and health programs, job site inspections, and accident investigations, and provides safety services to over 25 logging contractors.

Mark has worked with UAVs as a hobby and is looking into using them to pull lightweight rope to the tailhold and reduce accidents.

Oregon Forest Practices

Friday, February 23 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. • Wheeler Pavilion How the Forest Practices Act (FPS) Changes Lena Tucker, Division Chief, ODF

Update: ODF on Steep Slope Logging Josh Barnard, Field Support Manager, ODF Adaptive Management Reflected in New Rule Changes – Jennifer Weikel, ODF Private Forests Wildlife Biologist Agency Overview of the New Salmon, Steelhead, and Bull Trout Rules – John Krause, ODF Stewardship Forester Industry Implementation of the New Salmon, Steelhead, and Bull Trout Rules – Paul Betts, PreSales Forester, Miami Corporation Best Management Practices for FPA Low Compliance Areas – Paul Clements, Compliance and Training Coordinator, ODF Aerial Spraying: Local Politics Driving Statewide Policies – Katie Fast, Executive Director of Oregonians for Food and Shelter ODF’s Fire Severity Aircraft Program – Neal Laugle, ODF Aviation Unit Manager Bodie Dowding, Moderator Oregon Department of Forestry

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Update: ODF on Steep Slope Logging

How the Forest Practices Act (FPS) Changes

Josh Barnard, Field Support Manager Oregon Department of Forestry

Lena Tucker, Division Chief Oregon Department of Forestry

Lena has held several positions in the ODF since 1994. In her current position as division chief of the Private Forests Program, Lena oversees statewide programs that enforce forest practice regulations and best management practices; coordinates assistance to forest landowners, forest research and monitoring, forest health survey work controlling insect and disease damage on private lands, and tree improvement.

As a member of the Society of American Foresters since college, Lena has served as chapter chair in Astoria, Grants Pass, and Prineville and State Chair for Oregon. She served on the Resources Committee of the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) from 2006 to 2010. She is currently chair of the SFI External Review Panel and active with the urban forestry program in Sweet Home, and currently serves as chair of the Tree Commission.

Josh is the Field Support Unit Manager for the Private Forests Division of the ODF and oversees the administration of the Forest Practices Act within Oregon, as well as conservation incentives and forest landowner assistance programs. Prior to joining ODF, Josh spent nine years working in industrial forestry managing timberlands in northern Idaho. He held multiple positions that involved inventory, silviculture, harvesting, and biomass generation. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Idaho in Forest Products-Timber Harvesting and a Master’s in Business Administration from Washington State University.

Adaptive Management Reflected in New Rule Changes Jennifer Weikel, Private Forests Wildlife Biologist Oregon Department of Forestry

Jennifer is a wildlife biologist for the Private Forest Program at the Oregon Department of Forestry and works out of the Salem office. She has a background in both wildlife and forestry and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Wildlife Management from Humboldt State University and a Master of Science degree in Forest Science from Oregon State University. She previously worked for the U.S. Forest Service, OSU, and as a private consultant before coming to work at ODF in 2003. At ODF, Jennifer provides technical assistance on the topics of wildlife and wetlands for private landowners and ODF Stewardship Foresters.

Agency Overview of the New Salmon, Steelhead, and Bull Trout Rules John Krause, Stewardship Forester Oregon Department of Forestry

John Krause is a Stewardship Forester with the Oregon Department of Forestry. He grew up in Alaska where he fell in love with the outdoors. He is married and has two grown boys and one daughter-in-law.

He works in Columbia County and has been with ODF for 38 years. He graduated from Washington State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Forest Management. He enjoys most outdoor activities, including skiing, sea kayaking, backpacking, and cycling.

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Speakers continued from page 34 Industry Implementation of the New Salmon, Steelhead, and Bull Trout Rules Paul Betts, Pre-Sales Forester Miami Corporation

Paul is from a multi-generational forestry family and grew up in Sweet Home. He graduated from the FE/CE program at Oregon State University in 2003 and has worked as a professional forester for Miami Corporation for 12 years. Paul serves as a board member and has been president of WOFPA, and serves on the Forest Management Policy Committee for OFIC. Paul was part of the rule advisory committee that helped craft the new SSBT riparian rules under the direction chosen by the Board of Forestry. He and his wife Cora have been married for 14 years, live outside of McMinnville, and have six children. Paul also serves as one of three elders (pastors) at Creekside Community Church.

Best Management Practices for FPA Low Compliance Areas Paul Clements, Compliance and Training Coordinator, Oregon Department of Forestry

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Paul works at the Salem, Oregon, office, monitoring forest practices compliance and training for industry and agency alike.

Aerial Spraying: Local Politics Driving Statewide Policies Katie Fast, Executive Director Oregonians for Food and Shelter

Katie is executive director of Oregonians for Food and Shelter, a coalition that promotes the responsible use of pesticides, fertilizers, and biotechnology. Previously, she served as vice president of public policy for the Oregon Farm Bureau Federation and director of government affairs for the Oregon Cattlemen’s Association.

Katie grew up and worked on her family’s Thoroughbred and cattle operation outside Olympia, Washington. She graduated from OSU with a Bachelor of Science in Animal Sciences and a minor in Agricultural Business Management.

Katie is on the OSU College of Agriculture’s ER Jackman Board of Directors, and in 2013, Katie received the College of Agriculture’s Luminary Alumni Award.

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ODF’s Fire Severity Aircraft Program

David Boyd, Moderator Hancock Forest Management

Neal Laugle, Aviation Unit Manager Oregon Department of Forestry

Policy Challenges and What That Means to You

In 1991, at the end of his freshman year in Fairbanks, Alaska, Neal was asked if he wanted to fight fires for the summer. A twoday course on fighting wildfires and a helicopter flight the next day was all it took. For the following seven years Neal worked for the Alaska DNR. Neal served on the Helitack crew for six years and spent a year on the Tazlina Hotshots before moving back to Oregon and accepting a job with the USFS. Neal graduated from the University of Marylhurst with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Environmental Science. In June of 2000, Neal accepted a job with the ODF as a Wildland Supervisor in Astoria.

In 2011, Neal put his passion for aviation to the test and applied for the Aviation Manager position in Salem with the Oregon Department of Forestry.

Washington Forest Practices Seminar Friday, February 23 • 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Exhibit Hall (SE Meeting Room)

Jenny Knoth, Research Scientist Green Crow

Jenny returned to Washington following a two-year world tour.

She hit the ground running for Green Crow in August 2015 and quickly learned that “Director of Environmental Affairs” was code for “Political Forester.”

Jenny is a tree nerd and a research scientist who likes to get her hands dirty.

She is a member of the Cooperative Monitoring, Evaluation, and Research (CMER) committee, which is the scientific arm of Washington State’s Adaptive Management Program. She also chairs the Washington SFI Implementation Committee and is an active participant in the Washington Tree Farm Program and the Society of American Foresters. Jenny has a Master of Science degree in forest genetics from NCSU and a Ph.D. from the UW’s School of Environmental and Forest Sciences.

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Logging in the Black – Post Burn Jeremy Grose, Forester SDS Lumber

Jeremy attended the University of Idaho College of Forestry and received a Bachelor’s degree in Forestry with a timber harvesting emphasis. He worked summers on cable and ground-based logging crews across the Pacific Northwest.

Jeremy worked for Plum Creek Timber, then spent time as a manager for a consulting firm in Corvallis, on primarily forest inventory, cruising, and small landowner stewardship projects. He worked five years as a WDNR State Lands Forester in Southwest Washington, doing contract admin and sale layout, permitting, and fire suppression.

He has been with SDS Lumber in Bingen, Washington, since 2011. Currently he serves as log purchasing and sales, recreation, and “forester at large” for SDS and Broughton Lumber Company.

Challenges of Permitting and Logging in the Black – Post Fire Salvage

Innovations were the first CLT panels in the U.S. to receive structural certification by APA—The Engineered Wood Association.

Valerie currently serves on the Board of Advisors for the College of Forestry at OSU, the Board of Directors of the American Forest Resource Council, the Oregon Forest Industry Council, and the Western Resources Legal Center, training law students to advocate for natural resource industries.

Business Seminar 2

Friday, February 23 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. • Wheeler Pavilion Rebranding an Industry Mike McKibbin, Moderator Stimson Lumber Co. Wendy Farrand, Training Consultant Limerick, Maine

Rohan is a silviculture forester for Hancock Forest Management in the Northeast Washington Region. He has been with the company since 2013.

Prior to joining Hancock, he was employed by the Washington State DNR — first in Loomis and then Deer Park, Washington — working primarily in a pre-sales/layout capacity.

Rohan earned a Bachelor of Sciencedegree in Business Administration: Marketing and Management from Portland State University in 2003, and then a Master of Forest Resources – Forest Management degree from University of Washington in 2012.

Wendy Farrand is a forest industry consultant who works to spread the word regarding the value of strengthening the people side of timber harvesting and the positive impact that it has on safety, production, and overall professionalism in the logging industry.

Wendy brings her presentation series “The People Side of Timber Harvesting” to logging professionals around the United States and Canada.

Wendy currently serves on the Northeastern Loggers’ Association Board of Directors and is approaching her tenth year serving on the Trust to Conserve Northeast Forestlands Master Logger Certification Board. Wendy also served eight years on the Professional Logging Contractors of Maine Safety Committee.

Business Seminar 1

Hands-On Seminar 2

Friday, February 23 • 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Exhibit Hall (SW Meeting Room)

Friday, February 23 • 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Freightliner NW, Auditorium

Mass Timber — Revisit CLT

Evergreen and Growing

Craig Olson, Moderator Weyerhaeuser Columbia Timberlands

Travis Myer, Moderator GM Land and Forest Management

Valerie Johnson, President D.R. Johnson Lumber Co. and D.R. Johnson Wood Innovations

Michael Houghton, Western Region Vocational Sales Manager, Freightliner Trucks

Rohan Theobald, Forester Hancock Forest Management

Valerie is a fifth-generation Oregonian and a second-generation co-owner and president of the company her parents founded in 1951, D.R. Johnson, in Riddle Oregon. Throughout her life, Valerie has worked in numerous capacities in the wood products industry, first selling lumber and glulam beams for over a decade for the family company and then continuing in lumber sales.

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customer expectations is essential to success. His strong work ethic and integrity were developed growing up on a family farm, operating trucks and heavy equipment.

Michael has a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Ryerson University in Toronto, Ontario. He is a member of the ATA Technology & Maintenance Council and is a NAFI Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator.

Commercial Thinning Seminar Friday, February 23 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. • Exhibit Hall

Why Thin? Silviculture Overview, Management Objectives, Economics – Steve Keniston, Regional Forester, Weyerhaeuser; and Riley Stephensen, Operation Forester, Starker Forests Thinning Techniques: Types of Equipment, Limitations, How to Select an Equipment Mix, How to Know if You Get a Good Outcome – Mark Willhite, Forester-Project Manager, Miller Timber Services Markets: Where to Sell CTL Logs, Long vs. Short, Pro/Con of CTL Logs - Steve Keniston, Regional Forester, Weyerhaeuser

Manufacturing: Utilization of Small Logs Bruce Delicaet, General Manager, HewSaw US Matt Bliss, Moderator Roseburg Forest Products Why Thin? Silviculture Overview, Management Objectives, Economics Steve Keniston, Regional Forester Weyerhaeuser

Steve is the Willamette Valley Region Forester for Weyerhaeuser. He has been a forester for 20 years with most of that time spent with Weyerhaeuser. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in Forest Management from OSU and an M.B.A. from Portland State University.

Prior to his current position, Steve was the Mid-Rotation Functional Lead for Weyerhaeuser’s Western Timberlands, where he focused on Thinning and Fertilization strategy and execution for both Oregon and Washington.

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Business Seminar 3

Riley Stephensen Operations Forester Starker Forests

Riley is an operations forester with Starker Forests. For the past four years, he has worked for the company running thinning and young-stand silviculture operations.

Thinning Techniques: Types of Equipment, Limitations, How to Select an Equipment Mix, How to Know if You Get a Good Outcome Mark Willhite, Forester-Project Manager Miller Timber Services

Mark got his start in forestry and logging at OSU as a student of forest engineering working on the student logging crew. He has worked on cable and ground-based operations as a timber faller, equipment operator, and supervisor.

In 2012, Mark joined Miller Timber Services in Philomath, Oregon, starting as a CTL equipment operator operating forwarders, then advancing to harvester operator gaining extensive experience with Ponsse and Komatsu harvesters. Mark presently manages CTL thinning sides for Miller Timber from Northern California to Southern Washington and considers this to be the best job he could ask for.

Markets: Where to Sell CTL Logs, Long vs. Short, Pro/Con of CTL Logs Steve Keniston, Region Forester Weyerhaeuser (see above)

Friday, February 22 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. • Wheeler Pavilion Finding Your Next Foreman Mike McKibbin, Moderator Stimson Lumber Co. Wendy Farrand, Training Consultant Limerick, Maine

Wendy Farrand is a forest industry consultant who works to spread the word regarding the value of strengthening the people side of timber harvesting and the positive impact that it has on safety, production, and overall professionalism in the logging industry.

Wendy brings her presentation series “The People Side of Timber Harvesting” to logging professionals around the United States and Canada.

Wendy currently serves on the Northeastern Loggers’ Association Board of Directors and is approaching her tenth year serving on the Trust to Conserve Northeast Forestlands Master Logger Certification Board. Wendy also served eight years on the Professional Logging Contractors of Maine Safety Committee.

Hands-On Seminar 3

Friday, February 23 • 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Technical Forest Solutions, Outside Display Area Logging and Cutting with Winch Assist and Tether Systems – Safety and Site Selection

Manufacturing: Utilization of Small Logs

Frank Chandler and Vince Wilbur, Moderators Technical Forest Solutions

Bruce Delicaet, General Manager, HewSaw US

New Safety Best Management Practices (BMP) for Washington State

Bruce earned his Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering at the University of New Brunswick, Canada, and his Master of Business Administration at Ivey School of Business in London Ontario, Canada.

Prior to becoming General Manager at HewSaw US Inc., a division of Veisto Oy Finland, he was in the sawmill business in various positions — among them, sawmill division manager of UPM Kymmene in eastern Canada. Bruce has been with HewSaw since 2005 and has designed, constructed, managed, and owned numerous small-log sawmills in Eastern Canada.

All those who register for the Oregon Logging Conference are eligible for a free subscription to TimberWest Magazine. Be sure to stop by and sign up.

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Travis Nailon, Safety and Health Specialist Washington Dept. of Safety and Health

Travis is a safety and health specialist with the SHARP program. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in forestry from the University of Idaho. He comes from a small town in Western Washington and is a third-generation logger on his father’s side and a fourth on his mother’s. Travis worked as a logger prior to attending college, after which he has worked as a forester, safety consultant, consultation supervisor, program manager, and contract logger. His passion is increasing safety and reducing injuries in the timber industry.

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What to Look for on Inspections and Safety Standards Around Wire Rope and Rigging Brett Doyle, Outside Sales Wood’s Logging Supply

Brett is a 1993 graduate of Skagit Valley College with a general Associates Degree, and a 1995 graduate of Western Washington University with a Bachelor’s Degree in criminology and a minor in business administration. Brett spent his high school and college summers commercial fishing in Alaska.

Brett spent an entire year in Alaska commercial fishing before joining the Wood’s Logging Team in 1996, where he is currently working on the outside sales team, with sales areas in Washington, Oregon, Alaska, and North Dakota. Along with family and friends, Brett has a passion for the logging industry. “Loggers are real people, always have been, always will be!”

Pete Weekley Rigging Supervisor Wood’s Logging Supply

in 1980. In 1984 Pete became the rigging supervisor for Wood’s Logging Supply where he still holds that position. Pete travels all over the United States for any specialty rigging jobs. His passions in life are pretty simple: family, friends, hunting, and a love for the logging industry.

How the Steep Slope Systems Have Been Implemented on Tree Farms Rex Pittullo, Harvest Manager Weyerhaeuser

Rex is a third-generation logger currently working as a harvest manager for Weyerhaeuser in the Longview area. He has over 29 years of industry experience in the Pacific Northwest and 18 years with Weyerhaeuser.

Rex started his career as a choker setter working the summers while in high school. He has worked as a rigging slinger, hooktender, processor operator, and contract cutter. He has also had many roles working on safety and functional teams for Weyerhaeuser.

Pete is a 1979 graduate of Mark Morris High School in Longview, Washington. Pete started working as a rigger for Wood’s Logging Supply Inc.

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Student Skills Demonstration

What: High School Logging

Skills Demonstration Where: Outside Area

North of Expo Hall When: Saturday, Feb. 24

9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

On Saturday morning, Warrenton Fiber-Nygaard Logging will sponsor the High School Skills Demonstration, providing an opportunity for the next generation of loggers to go show their stuff.

Outside the Expo Hall, you will find high school students from across the state demonstrating a variety of forestry events, including: • Cable splicing • Crosscut • Single buck • Compass and pacing • Tool identification • Log scaling

Arboriculture climbing

Once again, there will be an arboriculture climbing event. In this exciting demonstration, both male and female competitors race up a tree to a designated finish line. To ensure the safety of climbers and the health of the trees, current arborist techniques are used.

Events like these help students learn forestry skills as well as stay connected to school.

Come cheer on the next generation at the outside area of the Lane County Fairgrounds, just north of the Expo Hall. You won’t be disappointed.

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Food Locations

If you work up an appetite at the Oregon Logging Conference, we have you covered. This year we have a new caterer — Oakway Catering. They will be providing a host of ways to beat your hunger.

Espresso Cart Open: Wed. open at 8 a.m., Thurs. and Friday open at 7 a.m.

Location: Main lobby area, Exhibit Hall Offering: Coffee and fresh pastries

Three Main Indoor Concessions EXHIBIT HALL Open: Wed. 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Thur. 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

Friday 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

Featuring: burgers, fries, noodles, teriyaki chicken sandwiches, Caesar salads, chicken and vegetable Yakisoba bowl, corn dogs, snacks, and more Breakfast: Tuesday through Saturday, 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., offering burritos, biscuits and gravy

PERFORMANCE HALL Open: Thursday and Friday 11 a.m. -7 p.m.

Offering: A variety of grab and go items, hot dogs, brats, fried options, ready made sandwiches, wraps and salads, snacks/candy/ popcorn/nachos

EXHIBIT HALL - ATRIUM Open: Thursday and Friday 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Featuring: Cook House Café Offering: A delicious menu, buffet style Thursday Menu: Mexican buffet with flour and corn tortillas available, shredded seasoned chicken, ground beef, taco toppings to include lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese, salsa, sour cream, guacamole. Served with tortilla chips, refried beans, Spanish rice, mixed green salad, and assorted cookies.

Friday Menu: BBQ buffet to include BBQ pulled pork sandwiches with coleslaw and topping options, BBQ chicken, macaroni and cheese, baked beans, potato chips, cornbread with honey butter, mixed green salad with dressing options, and assorted mini cupcakes.

Open after 2pm for seating.

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The Sawdust Bowl What: Casual Social Event Where: Performance Hall When: Thursday and Friday,

Feb. 22, 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Cost: Included in Paid Registration

Kick back and have some fun!

After a day of attending seminars and taking in new machinery, step over to the Performance Hall to the annual Sawdust Bowl. It’s the ideal time to relax, mix it up with your friends, and network.

Sponsors

This year Carson Oil, and Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers will be sponsoring Thursday evening’s festivities. U.S. Bank will be sponsoring the events on Friday evening.

Beer, Wine, and Music

Both nights, the OLC will offer free wine, hard cider and beer.

It’s the social networking event of the year! And it’s all included in your general conference ticket.

We’ll see you there!

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Chainsaw Carving Event

What: OLC hosts Chainsaw Artists When: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, Feb. 22-24 Where: Outside Demonstration Area - Fairgrounds Watch chainsaw artists turn wood into art.

Once again, Husqvarna will be sponsoring the popular chainsaw carving event, which will take place in the demonstration area of the fairgrounds. This year’s top carvers include Jay Peppard and Ryan Anderson.

Jay Peppard

Jay lives is Vida, Oregon, and is a semi-pro wood carver with three-and-a-half years of experience. He participates in the McKenzie River Chainsaw Art Festival, where he sometimes carves with his father, Mark Peppard.

Jay carves Bigfoot, fish, bears, birds, bees, and other animals out of local cedar on the McKenzie River in southern Oregon.

His chainsaw carvings can be seen along the McKenzie, at the McKenzie Feed & Pet Supply (on Main St. in Springfield), and annually at the Chainsaw Art Festival up in Blue River.

You may also have seen Jay’s Bigfoot and bear featured at the Blue Sky Market or his giant bee at the McKenzie Lavender farm.

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Ryan started his chainsaw carving career in June of 2005 after being apprenticed by Tracie Brittenfeld of Packwood, Washington.

Since that time, Ryan has been competing and receiving awards throughout the country. He has also participated in international competitions. While representing America in Europe at the English Open, Ryan took both second and third place, and he has traveled to competitions in Scotland and Canada.

Think you may have seen Ryan on television? You’re right. He was a highlighted carver in Sawdogs, a Discovery Channel reality show about chainsaw carvers.

Come watch these artists create magic with a chainsaw at the 80th OLC. For more information, call the OLC office at (800) 595-9191 or (541) 686-9191 or visit our website at www.oregonloggingconference.com.

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2017 ODF Operators of the Year The 2017 Operator of the Year awards go to Lane Parry Forestry Consulting of Baker City, Denali Logging of Coos Bay, and Morisse Logging of Astoria. The Board of Forestry gives the Operator of the Year Awards to recognize those who conduct forestry work that goes above and beyond the laws to protect natural resources.

To encourage sound forestry, the board honors operators who consistently meet or exceed the Forest Practices Act. The law requires people to: replant forests; harvest responsibly; protect and enhance habitat; reduce landslide risks; and protect streams and water quality.

Private Forests Division Chief Lena Tucker said, “These operators set the example. They show how operators can both manage forests and protect natural resources. We’re pleased to honor their exemplary work.”

Year award for helping landowners after the 2015 wildfires. Lane’s team worked with 14 landowners in Baker County and multiple operators to perform salvage harvests. His leadership ensured both successful harvesting and replanting. (Video: https://youtu. be/p_akKepy_Kw)

fish habitat. Morisse’s extra effort included coordinating work to improve safety along Highway 26 during and after the harvest.

His team also brought civic groups to the harvest site to share about forestry and stream improvements. (Video: https://youtu. be/WDgLuMBh2Bk)

Denali Logging

Merit Awards

Lane Parry Forestry Consulting

Morisse Logging Inc. earned the Northwest Oregon Operator of the Year award for protecting streams and improving

Lane Parry Forestry Consulting Inc. earned the Eastern Oregon Operator of the

Denali Logging earned the Southwest Operator of the Year award for its diligent planning and harvest. While doing forestry work, Denali protected streams, stream buffers and fish habitat. Denali also reduced impacts to the public. Their careful planning included listening to and working with neighbors. Throughout the harvest Denali kept the electricity on and the roads open to meet the neighbors’ needs. (Video: https:// youtu.be/U723vLHHOSw)

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Nominees must exceed the Forest Practices Act, which helps improve Oregon’s forests. Regional committees select operators of the year and merit award recipients.

The Southwest Regional Forest Practices Committee issued a Merit Award for excellent work to Zuber & Sons Logging LLC for protecting water quality and streamside buffers.

The Board of Forestry will present the Operator of the Year Awards at its March 7 meeting. The Associated Oregon Loggers, the Oregon Logging Conference and the Oregon Small Woodland Association will also provide special recognition.

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Oregon Logging Conference Foundation Scholarship Awards

Over the years, the OLC Foundation has awarded more than a half million dollars to deserving students.

Many of the students who received past scholarships have gone on to play important roles in the industry. This year’s scholarship

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We would like to recognize the 2017-2018

recipients: • Grant Christman, Oregon State University (OSU) – Forest Engineering / Civil Engineering • Taylor Chytka, OSU – Natural Resources • Anna Collins, OSU – Oregon State University – Pre-Forestry • Reece Dobmeir, OSU – Linn Benton Community College – Forest Management • Seth Eades, OSU – Forest Engineering / Civil Engineering • Justin Fasana, OSU – Forestry • Kimberly Ortiz, Umpqua Community College, Forest Management • Trevor Sartnurak, OSU – Forest Engineering / Civil Engineering • Joseph Schaefer, OSU – Forest Management / Forest Operation • Nicholas Swanson, OSU – Forest Engineering / Civil Engineering • Daniel Virtue, OSU – Forest Engineering Congratulations to all the students for the scholastic achievements that made these scholarships possible.

Thank you for the generous donations from all of you in the industry. Your dollars are an investment in the industry’s future.

The scholarship and the education provided today are keys to the success of the industry tomorrow.

If you are interested in contributing to the program, please contact the Oregon Logging Conference Foundation, a 501 c3 Charitable Foundation. Call (541) 686-9191 for more information, or mail your donation to P.O. Box 10669, Eugene, OR, 97440.

Your donation will not only play a role in the students’ futures, but also in the future of the industry. Your donation is 100 % tax deductible.

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LOGGING, CONSTRUCTION, TRUCKING & HEAVY EQUIPMENT EXPO “REMINDER” Registered Companies Will Receive Two Credits When Attending The Oregon Logging Conference & Equipment Show” WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2018 - Activities Held At The Eugene Hilton 4p.m. – 6:30p.m.

Pre-Registration – Meet & Greet - “Hosted Beer & Wine” – Sponsor: Wilcox and Flegel

4p.m. - 10p.m.

Doors Open for Silent Auction benefiting “Talk About Trees”

6:30p.m

OWIT Dinner and Live Annual Auction – Call OWIT at 503.831.1593 to order tickets. “Hosted Beer & Wine” – Playwrights Hall, Eugene Hilton

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2018 - Program Sessions Held At Lane County Fairgrounds 7a.m. - 4p.m.

8a.m. - 5p.m.

Registration - Main Convention Center Lobby – Sponsor: Rotobec – Yellow Area on Map Equipment Displays Open

7a.m. - 8a.m.

Opening Session Breakfast - Wheeler Pavilion – Sponsors: Peterson CAT & Caterpillar Wheeler Pavilion Ticket included with paid registration – Orange Area on Map •ORANGE• 8:00a.m. – 11:00a.m. Opening Prayer: Kirk Luoto, Cross and Crown, Carlton, Oregon Oregon Logging Conference Foundation Auction: Auctioneer Jaime Yraguen, Basco Logging Call to Order: Wheeler Pavilion - 2 PL Credit Welcome: Kari Westlund, President, CEO, Eugene Convention & Visitors Bureau Greetings: Jeff Wimer, 2018 President, Pacific Logging Congress Program Update: Jim Dudley, 1st Vice President, Oregon Logging Conference President’s Address: Rick Kriege, 2018 President, Oregon Logging Conference Oregon State University Forestry Program Update: College of Forestry, Oregon State University, Keynote Speaker: Kathy Abusow, President & CEO, Sustainable Forestry Initiative Inc. 9a.m. - 4p.m.

10a.m. - 1p.m.

Chainsaw Wood Carver – Outside Demonstration Area Elementary School Education Tours, Presented by: Oregon Logging Conference, Oregon Women in Timber and Forests Today and Forever

11a.m. - 12 p.m.

Hands On Seminar 1 – 1 PL Credit - Outside Display - Red Area on Map “Log Roll Out – Log Defects and the Result in Products” The presentation will review and show examples of logs with manufacturing defects and naturally occurring defects that effect log quality and end product quality.

End product examples that relate to the log defects will also be shown.

1) Jayme Dumford, Swanson Bros., Lumber, Noti, Oregon 2) T.J. Hammerschmidt, Swanson Group., Glendale, Oregon

12p.m. - 1p.m.

Free Time to View Equipment Displays

1p.m.

1:30p.m.

2:00p.m. - 4:00p.m.

Meeting Called To Order - Wheeler Pavilion Wheeler Pavilion Operators of the Year Presentation – Oregon Department of Forestry •ORANGE• Better Ideas / New Technology - 2 OPF Credit - Orange Area on Map Moderator: Terry Mann, LL Forestry, Sutherlin, Oregon 1) SmartFlow – New Crane Control Technology, Dave Wellman, Dist. Sales Mgr., Western NA, Komatsu North America 2) Technology in Yarder Based Mechanical Harvesting, Dale Ewers, New Zealand Logger, Falcon Forestry Equipment 3) Technology Integration in Product Design of Forest Equipment, Matt Flood, Product Manager for John Deere ForestSight Christopher Hardwood, Engineering Manager, John Deere 4) Drones for Assistance in Cable Logging Operations, Mark Standley, LogSafe, Inc.

4:30p.m. - 6:30p.m.

Sawdust Bowl “Hosted Beer & Wine – Performance Hall, Convention Center Sponsors: Ritchie Bros Auctioneers and Carson

Outside Display Area •RED•

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2018 - Program Sessions Held At Lane County Fairgrounds 7a.m. - 4p.m.

Registration - Main Convention Center Lobby – Sponsor: Rotobec– Yellow Area on Map

8a.m. - 5p.m.

Equipment Displays Open

7a.m. - 8a.m 8a.m.

Hosted Breakfast - Wheeler Pavilion – Sponsor: Papé Group – Ticket included with paid registration – Orange Area on Map Oregon Logging Conference Foundation Auction: Auctioneer Jaime Yraguen, Basco Logging

9a.m. - 4p.m.

Chain Saw Wood Carver –- Outside Demonstration Area

8:30a.m. - 11:30a.m. Oregon Forest Practices Seminar - 3 FP Credits - Wheeler Pavilion – Orange Area on Map Moderator: Bodie Dowding, ODF, Salem, Oregon 1) “How the Forest Practices Act (FPA) Changes” Lena Tucker, Division Chief, ODF Private Forests 2) “Update: ODF on Steep Slope Logging” Josh Barnard, Field Support Manager, ODF How the Forest Practices Act adapts with new equipment and capabilities.

3) “Adaptive Management Reflected in New Rule Changes” Jennifer Weikel, ODF Private Forests Wildlife Biologist.

How the new Bald Eagle rules reflect adaptive management concepts of FPA. 4) “Agency Overview of the New Salmon, Steelhead, and Bull Trout Rules” John Krause, ODF Stewardship Forester An ODF Explanation of new salmon, steelhead, and bull trout rules.

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Program continued from page 51 5) “Industry Implementation of the New Salmon, Steelhead, and Bull Trout Rules” Paul Betts, Pre-Sales Forester, Miami Corporation Implementation of the new SSBT rules from an industry viewpoint.

6) “Best Management Practices for FPA low compliance areas” Paul Clements, Compliance and Training Coordinator, ODF Private Forests 7) “Aerial Spraying; Local Politics Driving Statewide Policies” Katie Fast - Executive Director of Oregonians for Food and Shelter The politics of aerial spraying and the effects of those politics in Oregon.

Wheeler Pavilion 8) “ODF’s Fire Severity Aircraft Program” Neal Laugle ODF Aviation Unit Manager •ORANGE• ODF’s strategy to fight fires with a focus on fire severity aircraft.

SE Meeting Room 8:30a.m. - 10:30a.m. Washington Forest Practices Seminars - SE Meeting Room Exhibit Hall, 2 WAFP or 2 PL Credit – Blue Area on Map Exhibit Hall •BLUE• Moderator: David Boyd, Hancock Resource Management, Cathlamet, WA 1) “Policy Challenges and What That Means to You”. Jenny Knoth, Research Scientist, Green Crow 2) “Logging in the Black – Post Burn” Jeremy Grose, SDS Lumber 3) “Challenges of Permitting and Logging in the Black – Post Fire Salvage” Rohan Theobald, Hancock Forest Management, Colville, WA

10a.m. – 11:00a.m.

Business Seminar 1 - 1 PL Credit - SW Meeting Room – Exhibit Hall - Green area on Map Mass Timber – Revisit CLT “The interest in mass timber construction continues to grow. As more testing and engineering is completed to answer questions or concerns coming from the construction and building code sectors, more design/build teams are committing to this incredible building system for new projects. Valerie will give updates on the research results that are increasing the interest in mass timber construction, as well as the current state of the market and thoughts on why this is an exciting time to be in the timber/wood products industry at every level, from the woods to the city.”

Moderator: Craig Olson, Weyerhaeuser Columbia Timberlands, Clatskanie, Oregon Valerie Johnson, President, DR Johnson Lumber Co.

SW Meeting Room Exhibit Hall •GREEN•

11:30a.m. – 3:30p.m. “OLC” Log Loader Competition – Sponsored by Triad Machinery and Linkbelt Outside Display Brown Area on Map – Visit www.oregonloggingconference.com or call 541-686-9191 1:00p.m. – 2:p.m.

Business Seminar 2 – 1 PL Credit - SW Meeting Room - Wheeler Pavilion, Orange Area on Map “Rebranding An Industry” Over the years, loggers have dealt with the repercussions of the general public’s misguided impression of what they do for a living. The tide is shifting! As an industry, we must ride the wave in an effort to shine a positive light on the timber harvesting professions. Time to change how people feel about the work professional loggers do, as they risk their lives to maintain one of the planet’s largest carbon sinks! #loggersareheroes Moderator: Mike McKibbin, Stimson Lumber Co., Tillamook, Oregon Wendy Farrand, Consultant, Limerick, Maine

1:00p.m. – 2:00p.m.

Hands On Seminar 2 – 1 PL Credit – Freightliner NW, Auditorium, Teal Area on Map “Evergreen and Growing” This seminar will provide an overview on Freightliner Vocational Trucks and how emission requirements have changed the product.

Moderator: Travis Myer GM Land and Forest Management, Butte Falls, Oregon Michael Houghton, Western Region Vocational Sales Manager, Freightliner Trucks

1:30p.m. - 2:30p.m.

Commercial Thinning Seminar - SE Meeting Rm, Exhibit Hall – 1 PL Credit - Green Area on Map SW Meeting Room Exhibit Hall •GREEN• Moderator: Matt Bliss, Roseburg Forest Products, Veneta, Oregon 1) “Why Thin? Silviculture Overview, Management Objectives, Economics” Steve Keniston, Region Forester, Weyerhaeuser, Riley Stephenson, Operation Forester, Starker Forests 2) “Thinning Techniques: Types of Equipment, Limitations, How to Select an Equipment Mix, How to Know if You Get a Good Outcome.” Mark Willhite, Forester – Project Manager, Miller Timber Services.

3) “Markets: Where to Sell CTL Logs, Long vs Short, Pro / Con of CTL Logs” Steve Keniston, Region Forester, Weyerhaeuser 4) “Manufacturing: Utilization of Small Logs” Bruce Delicaet, General Manager, Hew Saw US Inc.

3:00p.m. - 4:00p.m.

Business Seminar 3 – 1 PL Credit - Wheeler Pavilion – Orange Area on Map “Finding Your Next Foreman” Foremen are charged with making decisions every day that directly impact a logging contractor’s business. This presentation will help increase the odds of success when hiring that next foreman. Learn what to look for, and what to avoid before putting that next person in charge.

Moderator: Mike McKibbin, Stimson Lumber Co, Tillamook, Oregon Wendy Farrand, Consultant, Limerick, Maine

Wheeler Pavilion •ORANGE•

Auditorium •TEAL BLUE• Freightliner NW space

Wheeler Pavilion •ORANGE•

2:30p.m. - 3:30p.m.

Exhibitor Hands On Seminar 3 - 1 PL Credit – Technical Forest Solutions, Outside display Area “Logging and Cutting with Winch Assist and Tether Systems – Safety and Site Selection” Co-Moderator: Frank Chandler and Vince Wilbur, Technical Forest Solutions,, Kelso, WA 1) “New Safety BMP’s (Best Management Practices) for Washington State”. Travis Nailon, Washington Dept. of Safety and Health, Olympia, Washington, This presentation will address Washington State safety regulator concerns / findings and best management practices.

2) “What to Look for on Inspections and Safety Standards Around Wire Rope and Rigging” Brett Doyle and Pete Weekley, Woods Logging Supply, Longview, Washington 3) “How the Steep Slope Systems Have Been Implemented on Tree Farms” Rex Pittullo, Harvest Manager, Weyerhaeuser Company, This presentation will talk about Steep Slope logging over the past few years. What to look for in selecting a winch assist site…what works and what doesn’t work.

4:30p.m. - 6:00p.m.

Sawdust Bowl “Hosted Beer & Wine” Performance Hall, Convention Center Co-Sponsors: US Bank Columbia Pacific Region

EVENTS HELD AT THE EUGENE HILTON 12:30p.m. - 3p.m.

LADIES’ DESSERTS FOR DREAMS – Charity Event for St Charles Hospice, Enjoy Decadent Desserts Donated from area Restaurants and Bakeries, “Support this worthwhile event, enjoy delicious desserts and a 280 degree view from the 12th floor Vista Ballroom at the Eugene Hilton” Visit www.oregonloggingconference.com or call 541-686-9191 to order tickets.

7:00p.m. – 12p.m.

80th OLC Celebration Buffet Dinner & Dance – Playwrights Hall, Eugene Hilton Sponsors: Kriege Logging LLC, General Trailer and Peerless Corp.

Doors Open - Hosted Beer & Wine Tasting Buffet Dancing to Outlaw Shine

7p.m. – 8p.m.

7p.m. – 8:30p.m.

8:00p.m. – 12p.m.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2018 - All Activities Held At Lane County Fairgrounds 9a.m. - 2p.m.

All Exhibits Open To Public – Convention Center & Parking Area Family Fun and Education Activities – Wheeler Pavilion – Sponsor: KEZI TV Wood Carvers – Outside Demonstration Area High School Forestry Skills Competition - Outside Display Area — Sponsors: Nygaard Logging / Warrenton Fiber 10a.m. - 12p.m.

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Ninth Annual Log Loader Competition What: Log Loader Competition When: Friday, Feb. 23,

11:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 24,

10:00 a.m. to noon Where: Outside Display Area Cost: Free Come watch your favorite log loader operators compete for the title of Best in the West at the Oregon Logging Conference eighth annual Log Loader Competition.

The Log Loader Competition, once again sponsored by Triad Machinery and Link-Belt, will be held in the display area on Friday, from 11:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to noon.

To win the competition, the professional operators must demonstrate speed, skill, and efficiency in handling a hydraulic log loader.

The Rules

The event starts with nine wood blocks scattered randomly on the ground. Operating a new Link-Belt log loader, contestants will have seven minutes to stack the blocks end to end, starting at three predetermined marks on the ground, matching numbers or colors.

When complete, each stack will be three blocks high with colors and numbers matched. Colors and numbers not matching will result in a disqualification.

Each stack must remain standing for five seconds after the heeling rack contacts the Stop/Stop/Start point, signaling completion of the event run. All three stacks must remain standing for the full five seconds or the competitor will be disqualified.

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The 2017 winners set some amazing times that will be hard to beat: First Place Winner at 3:14 Bryan Chipps, Green Diamond Resource, Korbel, California Second Place Winner at 3:20 Ross Cribbs, Van Well Timber, Dallas, Oregon Third Place Winner at 3:23 Zane Bryant, Bryant Logging Co., Beaver Creek, Oregon

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Cash Prizes

First, second, and third place winners will receive cash prizes!

Even if you don’t have an operator competing, join the crowd and cheer on your favorite operator.

Visit the OLC website, www.oregonloggingconference.com, to download forms and rules or call (541) 686-9191.

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Finding Future Forestry Workers The Oregon Logging Conference Foundation is taking a pro-active step toward addressing the need for attracting a younger generation of workers into the logging and forestry industry.

Future Forestry Workers Career Day is planned to take place on Friday, February 23, at the Oregon Logging Conference in Eugene, Oregon.

“This one-day on-site visit will expose high school students to the logging and forestry industry,” says Rick Kriege, 2018 OLC President. “It will allow us to create interest in young adults by showcasing the latest technology in harvesting and trucking. We can let them know there are career opportunities available now, for those both with and without a college degree.”

This program is an opportunity for students to touch, see, climb on, and sit in the seats at the largest static logging, trucking, and construction equipment show in the U.S. The plan calls for students to arrive at the OLC at 9 a.m. and to receive a self-guided map for hands-on visits to equipment displays and other informational booths. The students can then go to the various locations where they can actually climb into the cab and sit in the seats of log trucks, logging, construction machinery, as well as talk to industry representatives and view exhibits about job opportunities. The visit will conclude with a hosted lunch.

The students will also be invited to return to OLC the following day (Family Day) and

bring their families and friends to learn more about the timber industry.

Students who attend this hands-on career day at OLC will also be given information about the Pacific Logging Congress’ 8th Annual In-Woods Show, taking place in September 2018 on the Oregon State University research Forest in Corvallis, Oregon.

These events offer up close and personal opportunity for students to learn about job opportunities available in the logging and forestry industry.

For more information about Future Forestry Workers Career Day, contact the OLC at (541) 686-9191.

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2018 OLC Exhibitor Listing

A & I DISTRIBUTORS 16316 SW 72nd Ave., Portland, Oregon 97224 507-905-2245 • Fax: 503-905-2248 Outside ACME MANUFACTURING INC 90099 Prairie Rd., Eugene, Oregon 97402 541-741-2200 • Fax: 541-741-2212 www.acmecarriages.com Exhibit Hall .............................222-224 & 237-239 ADVANCED DRAINAGE SYSTEM 18812 NE 403rd St, Amboy, Washington 98601 360-607-8321 • Fax: 360-247-5150 www.ads-pipe.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 192 AFTERMARKET PARTS INC 150 Market St, New Bern, North Carolina 28560 252-633-2155 www.rightparts.com Performance Hall ............................................ sf 3 AIR CTI-USA P.O. Box 5880, Granbury, Texas 76049 817-219-7035 www.aircti.com Auditorium ...................................................... 420 ALLIANCE TIRE AMERICAS, INC 201 Edgewater Dr. Suite 285, Wakefield, Massachusetts 01880 781-321-3910 • Fax: 781-322-2147 www.atgtire.com Exhibit Hall ...............................................232-233

AMERICAN LOGGERS COUNCIL P.O. Box 966, Hemphill, Texas 75948 409-625-0206 • Fax: 409-625-0207 www.Amloggers.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 227

BALLANTINE 840 McKinley St, Anoka, Minnesota 55303 800.328.2424 • Fax: 763.427.2277 www.ballantineinc.com Expo Hall Section 600 ..................................... 600

AMERICAN LOGGERS FIRE SUPPRESSION 32 Oak St, Bangor, Maine 04401 844-521-2959 • Fax: 207-947-1243 www.americanloggersfiresuppression.com Performance Hall .............................................. 17

BANDIT INDUSTRIES INC 6750 Millbrook Rd, Remus, Michigan 49340 989-561-2270 • Fax: 989-561-2375 www.bandichippers.com Outside

ASSOCIATED OREGON LOGGERS INC. PO Box 12339, Salem, Oregon 97309 503-364-1330 • Fax: 503-364-0836 www.oregonloggers.org Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 226

BARKO HYDRAULICS LLC One Banks Ave, Superior, Wisconnsin 54880 715-395-6700 • Fax: 715-395-6799 www.barko.com Outside

ATTERBURY CONSULTANTS INC 3800 SW Cedar Hills Bvd #145, Beaverton, Oregon 97005 503-646-5393 • Fax: 503-703-1093 www.atterbury.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 236

BARTON LASER LEVELING INC PO Box 4, Hermiston, Oregon 97838 541-564-9830 www.bartonlaser.com Auditorium ...........................................422a - 422

BAILEY’S INC. 1210 Commerce Av. Site 8, Woodland, California 95776 800-322-4539 • Fax: 503-406-0895 www.baileysonline.com Outside ................................................ Demo Area BAKER’S SHOES & CLOTHING 2642 Roosevelt Blvd, Eugene, Oregon 97401 541-689-5379 • Fax: 541-689-2435 www.bakershoe.com Exhibit Hall ...............................................284-285

BEAR MOUNTAIN FOREST PRODUCTS 5 NE Cramblett Way, Cascade Locks, Oregon 97014 458-200-7000 • Fax: 844-272-3171 www.bmfp.com Sponsors ....................Friends of OLC Foundation BIG R BRIDGE Box 1290, Greeley, Colorado 80632 970-347-2227 • Fax: 970- 356-9621 www.BigRBridge.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 278 BOMAN INDUSTRIES INC 2470 Ewald Ave SE, Salem, Oregon 97302 503-362-7657 • Fax: 503-399-8535 www.bomanindustries.com Performance Hall ...........................46-47 & 62-63 BONNEVILLE POWER ADMIN - OR 2715 Tepper Lane, Keizer, Oregon 97303 503-304-5904 • Fax: 503-304-5909 www.bpa.gov Performance Hall ............................................ 102 BORNTRAGER TREE JACKS 33920 Ford Mill d, Lebanon, Oregon 97355 541-979-1975 Borntragertreejacks.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 146 BRAKE SYSTEMS INC 2221 NE Hoyt, Portland, Oregon 97232 503-236-2116 • Fax: 503-239-5005 www.brakesystemsinc.com Performance Hall .............................................. 88

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BRATTAIN INTL. TRUCKS, INC. P.O. Box 11287, Portland, Oregon 97211 503-595-4606 • Fax: 503-595-4657 www.brattain.com Exhibit Hall ..........................................................B Outside BRIDGESTONE TIRES 1595 N. Bayshore, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420 541-267-2173 Sponsors.....................Friends of OLC Foundation BRUSH WOLF 33877 Gendreau Rd, Crosslake, Minnesota 56442 218-692-1050 • Fax: 218-692-1051 www.brushwolf.com Expo Hall Section 600 ..................................... 621

CC HEAVY EQUIPMENT, INC. PO Box 7, Rickreall, Oregon 97371 503-507-7230 • Fax: 503-420-4338 ccheavyequipment.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 229

CHAINSAW BUZZ Vida, Oregon 97488 www.chainsawbuzz.com Outside - Demo Sponsors ....................Friends of OLC Foundation

CENTRALIA COLLEGE DIESEL TECH 600 Centralia College Blvd, Centralia, Washington 98531 360-623-8479 • Fax: 360-330-7106 www.centralia.edu Performance Hall .........................................32-33

CITIZEN’S BANK - PHILOMATH PO Box 1629, Philomath, Oregon 97370 541766-2316 • Fax: 541-929-4258 www.citzensebank.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 260

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BRUTE FORCE MFG LLC N 648 Sunset Dr., Dorchester, Wisconnsin 54425 715-678-0037 • Fax: 678-0088-715 www.bruteforcemfg.com Outside ................................................ Demo Area BRUTUS TRUCK BODIES 682 Okanagan Ave E, Penticton, British Columbia V2A 3K6 CAN 250-492-7866 • Fax: 250-492-0686 brutusbodies.com Auditorium ..................401 & 411, 412 & 417, 418 BUTTONS THE CLOWN 1304 City View St. Apt. 7 Eugene, Oregon 97402-3368 541-343-3683 Wheeler ............................................... Family Day C & K PETROLEUM EQUIP. PO Box 2545, Eugene, Oregon 97402 541-344-3476 • Fax: 541-344-0242 www.candkpetro.com Performance Hall .............................................. 60 CAMP 18 LOGGERS MEMORIAL 21175 Shepard Rd, Clatskanie, Oregon 97016 503-434-0148 • Fax: 503-728-9674 www.camp18loggersmemorial.org Performance Hall ............................................ 100 CANNON BAR WORKS LTD 5525-272nd St Unit A120, Langley, British Columbia V4W 1P1 CAN 604-856-6682 • Fax: 604-856-6690 www.cannonbar.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 279 CARCO INDUSTRIES INC. PO Box 2540, Tualatin, Oregon 97062 503-612-6557 • Fax: 503-612-6527 www.carcoindustries.com Exhibit Hall ...........................186-189, & 212-215 CARSON OIL 3125 NW 35Th Ave., Portland, Oregon 97210 800-998-7767 carsonteam.com Performance Hall .........................................51-52 CARSON OIL - NORTHBEND 280 Newmark St, North Bend, Oregon 97459 541-756-3426 • Fax: 541-756-0793 Sponsors .......................................... Bronze Level CASCADE TRADER INC 1380 NW State Ave., Chehalis, Washington 98532 360-748-1182 • Fax: 360-748-1198 www.cascadetrader.net Outside CASCADE TRUCK BODY PO Box 2326, Eugene, Oregon 97402 541-342-5317 • Fax: 541-683-4032 www.cascadetruckbody.com Performance Hall .............................................. 44

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Exhibitor Listing continued from page 61 CJ FIRE PROTECTION LLC Box 70566, Springfield, Oregon 97475 541-654-2282 • Fax: 888-359-2813 Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 204 CLEANFIX NORTH AMERICA 250 Wright Blvd, Stratford, Ontario N4Z1H3 CAN 519-275-2808 • Fax: 519-275-3995 www.cleanfix.org Performance Hall .............................................. 48 COBALT TRUCK EQUIPMENT 4620 E Trent Ave, Spokane, Washington 99212 509-534-0446 • Fax: 509-5354294 www.cobalttruck.com Outside Performance Hall ...........................41-43,& 66-68

CUMMINS SALES & SERVICE 33070 Roberts Qt, Coburg, Oregon 97408 541-687-0000 • Fax: 541-344-0075 www.salesandservice.cummins.com Exhibit Hall ............................162-163 &, 178-179

EMT ASSOCIATES 1144 Gateway Lp,St 136, Springfield, Oregon 97477 541-844-1328 • Fax: 541-636-3416 www.emtassoc.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 203

DAVID HULL FAMILY ANTIQUE TRUCK COLLECTION 24048 Dawson Rd, Monroe, Oregon 97456 541-424-5572 • Fax: 541-424-3035 Expo Hall Section 600 .............................607 -608

ENOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES 11935 Worcester Hwy, Bishopville, Maryland 21813 443-863-6645 • Fax: 800-742-5129 www.epulsemassage.com Expo Hall Section 600 ..................................... 603

DAY WIRELESS SYSTEMS 5811 SE International Way, Milwankie, Oregon 97222 503-507-2118 • Fax: 503-513-9636 www.daywireless.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 234 DAYSPRING WATER TANKS 2498 S Hwy 97 Ste F19, Redmond, Oregon 97756 541-279-5358 Outside

COMPLETE WIRELESS SOLUTIONS 1758 22nd St. SE, Salem, Oregon 97302 503-362-1388 • Fax: 503-362-1559 www.cwsoregon.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 277

DIAMOND MOWERS 350 E. 60Th. St. N., Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104 605-977-3308 • Fax: 605-655-5870 www.diamondmowers.com Performance Hall ...................................... 9,10,11

CONSTRUCTION EQ. CO. (CEC) 18650 SW Pacific Hwy Ste B, Tualatin, Oregon 97062 503-692-9000 • Fax: 503-691-9731 www.ceccrushers.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 168 Outside

DIESEL LAPTOPS 1173 W. Main St., Lexington, South Carolina 29072 888-983-1975 • Fax: 803-339-4095 www.diesellaptops.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 177

CONTECH ENGINEERED SOLUTIONS LLC 23623 Warthen Rd, Elmira, Oregon 97437 541-935-0600 • Fax: 541-935-0616 www.conteches.com Performance Hall .............................................. 65 CORD KING 2040 Rogers Rd., Perth, Ontario K7H1P9 CAN 613-267-0018 • Fax: 613-267-2202 www.cordking.ca Outside ................................................ Demo Area CRANE EQUIP MFG CORP 33740 Seavey Lp, Springfeild, Oregon 97405-9602 541-746-9681 • Fax: 541- 746-8928 www.grizzlycranes.com Auditorium ...............................................410-419 CROWLEY EQUIPMENT INC. 4655 Cloudburst Way, Eugene, Oregon 97402-5432 541- 688-5924 • Fax: 541- 688-0704 www.crowleyequipment.com Outside CRUSHING MECHANICS 2125 10Th St, Two Harbors, Minnesota 55616 218-606-2010x3 www.crushingmechanics.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 218

DIVERSIFIED HYDRAULIC CONCEPTS 2155 Getty Circle #4, Cottage Grove, Oregon 97424 541-767-0017 • fax: 541-767-0059 Exhibit Hall..................................99, 200, 201, 202 DSU PETERBILT & GMC INC P.O. Box 3486, Portland, Oregon 97208-3486 503-535-3035 • Fax: 503-283-6676 www.dsutrucks.com Exhibit Hall ............................... 156-161, 180-185 Outside DUNLAP ENTERPRISES PO Box 221, Soulsbyville, California 95372 209-532-4974 • Fax: 209-532-4974 Outside ................................................ Demo Area EAGLE CARRIAGE & MACHINE CO 62500 Commerce Road, LaGrande, Oregon 97850 541- 963-4646 • Fax: 541- 963-3415 www.eaglecarriage.com Exhibit Hall ...........................199-200, & 201-202 EDWARD JONES INVESTMENTS 450 Country Club Rd, Suite 300, Eugene, Oregon 97401 541-342-8134 • Fax: 866-462-3803 EdwardJones.com Performance Hall ............................................ 107

EQUIPMENT SEAT COVERS LLC Box 40041, Eugene, Oregon 97404 541.401.5933 • Fax: 541.401.5933 www.equipmentseatcovers.com Expo Hall Section 600 ..................................... 205 EROAD INC. 7618 SW Mohawk St, Tualatin, Oregon 97062 503-305-2255 www.eroad.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 176 EUGENE HILTON 66 E 6th St, Eugene, Oregon 97401 541-342-2000 www.hiltoneugene.com Sponsors ............................................. Gold Level EUGENE SILKSCREEN 960 Wilson St., Eugene, Oregon 97402 541-342-8418 • Fax: 541-341-4513 ww.eugenesilkscreen.com Exhibit Hall .........................................................231 FACE PAINTING BY LYNDIE Wheeler ............................................... Family Day FARWEST TIRE FACTORY 1595 N. Bayshore Dr., Coos Bay, Oregon 97420 541-267-2173 Sponsors.....................Friends of OLC Foundation FECON, INC. 3460 Grant Drive, Lebanon, Ohio 45036 800-528-3113 • Fax: 513-696-4431 www.fecon.com Performance Hall ...................................sf 4 - sf 5 FEENAUGHTY MACHINERY CO. 4800 NE Columbia Blvd., Portland, Oregon 97218 503-282-2566 • Fax: 503-282-1755 www.feenaughty.com Outside FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN LOGGERS 233 Hambrick Ave, Sutherlin, Oregon 97479 541-315-8192 www.christianloggers.org Performance Hall ............................................ 103 FERM DEPT. OSU 280 Peavy Hall, Corvallis, Oregon 97331 541-737-4952 • Fax: 541-737-4316 http://fern.forestry.oregonstate.edu Performance Hall .............................................. 14 FIRST STRIKE ENVIRONMENTAL 256 Quarry Rd, Roseburg, Oregon 97470 541.673.9892 • Fax: 541.673.1739 www.fseco.com Auditorium ...................................................... 421 Sponsors ....................Friends of OLC Foundation FIRESTONE TIRES 1595 N. Bayshore Dr., Coos Bay, Oregon 97420 541-267-2173 Sponsors.....................Friends of OLC Foundation

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FULL CIRCLE FINANCE 11 Spokane St #306, Wenatchee, Washington 98801 888-223-2600 • Fax: 888-223-3600 www.fullcirclellc.us Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 235

FORESTS TODAY & FOREVER PO Box 55, Eugene, Oregon 97440 541-868-0330 www.foreststodayandforever.org Exhibit Hall ...................................Thursday Tours Wheeler ............................................... Family Day

GEM CHAIN BAR PO BX 608, Grangeville, Idaho 83530 208-983-0203 • Fax: 208-983-0213 www.gemchainbar.com Exhibit Hall .......................................300, 301, 302

FREIGHTLINER NORTHWEST 277 Stewart Rd SW, Pacific, Washington 98047 253-863-7189 • Fax: 253-863-6473 Auditorium ..............................400, 1/2 401 & 427

GENERAL TRAILER PARTS LLC P.O. Box G, Springfield, Oregon 97477 541-746-8218 • Fax: 541-726-4707 www.generaltrailerparts.com

Exhibit Hall .............................252-260 & 261-269 Outside Sponsors .............................................. Gold Level GREAT JESSPECTATIONS 31919 N. Lake Creek Dr. #19, Tangent, Oregon 97389 541-231-7215 www.greatjesspectations.com Performance Hall .............................................. 49 GREEN HILL RELOAD LLC P.O. Box 518, Creswell, Oregon 97426 541-935-3629 • Fax: 541-935-1990 greenhillreload.com Auditorium ...................................................... 423 GRINDER WEAR PARTS & APOLLO EQUIP. 2062 20th Ave S.E., Largo, Florida 33771 800-827-0401 • Fax: 727-585-3499 www.grinderwearparts.com Apolloequipment.com Performance Hall .............................................. 78

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GRIP STUDS PO Box 539, Merlin, Oregon 97532 541-476-6065 • Fax: 541-476-2336 www.gripstuds.com Auditorium ...................................................... 405 GROENEVELD LUBRICATION SOLUTIONS INC. 1089 Valentine Av SE, Pacific, Washington 98047 253-863-3700 www.groeneveld-group.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 145 GUESS THE LOAD Box 309, Noti, Oregon 97461 541.935.2231 • Fax: 541.935.1287 Outside HAIX NORTH AMERICA, INC. 2320 Fortune Dr. Ste 120, Lexington, Kentucky 40509 866-344-4249 • Fax: 859-281-0113 www.haix-treepro.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 303 HALVERSON WOOD PRODUCTS 199 College St, Pine River, Minnesota 56474 218-587-2065 www.halversonwoodproducts.com Outside ................................................ Demo Area HARCO MANUFACTURING CO, 1000 Industrial Parkway, Newberg, Oregon 97132 503-537-0600 • Fax: 503-956-6710 Expo Hall Section 600 ..................................... 625

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HATTON-BROWN PUBLISHER’S INC. PO Box 2268, Montgomery, Alabama 36102 334-834-1170 • Fax: 334-834-4525 www.hattonbrown.net Exhibit Hall .................................................. Lobby HEALTHY FORESTS, HEALTHY COMM. 20742 SW Jonquil Terrace, Sherwood, Oregon 97140 503-515-4206 www.healthyforests.org Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 228 HEF GROUPE USA 2015 Progress Dr., Springfield, Ohio 45505 317-862-8458 • Fax: 937-323-5787 www.hefusa.net Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 219 HIGH CASCADE FOREST VOLUNTEERS 955 McKenzie Crest Dr, Springfield, Oregon 97477 541-736-9697 Wheeler ............................................... Family Day

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HIGH CASCADES INSURANCE PO Box 310, Castle Rock, Washington 98611 360.274.6991 • Fax: 360.274.7247 highcascadesagency.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 295

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HIGH SCHOOL FORESTRY DEMONSTRATION 7555 DeJong Rd, Amity, Oregon 97101 503-555-0471 Outside HNCUSA 6615 NE Hwy 99, Vancouver, Washington 98665 360-205-3252 HNCUSA.com Expo Hall Section 600 ..............................609-610 HUB INTERNATIONAL NORTHWEST 12100 NE 195th St. Suite 200, Bothell, Wa. 98011 630-603-4629 • Fax: 203-561-6502 hubinternational.com Performance Hall ............................................ sf 1 IFA NURSERIES INC. 20908 N. Coburg Rd., Harrisburg, Oregon 97446 541-556-8907 Wheeler ............................................... Family Day

KOLLER NA / KOLLER FORSTTECHNIK PO Box 638, Philomath, Oregon 97370 541-929-2840 • Fax: 541-929-4489 www.kollerna.com Expo Hall Section 600 ..................................... 602

KRIEGE LOGGING LLC PO Box 1290, Prineville, Oregon 97754 541-419-2323 • Fax: 541-447-5010 Sponsors .............................................. Gold Level LANE EVENTS CENTER / FAIRGROUNDS 796 W. 13th Ave., Eugene, Oregon 97401 541-682-4292 www.laneeventscenter.org Sponsors........................................ Friends of OLC

KOPPOM MASKIN V-Land, Charlottenberg, Vindeln 67392 SWDN 46702576889 • Fax: 4657110406 www.koppommaskin.com Outside KPD INSURANCE INC PO Box 784, Springfield, Oregon 97477 541-741-0550 • Fax: 541-741-1674 www.kpdinsurance.com Performance Hall .............................................. 59

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IRON WOLF MFG.L.L.C 9000 South Hwy 77, Noble, Oaklahoma 73068 405-872-1890 • Fax: 405-872-1893 www.ironwolf.com Outside

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J STOUT AUCTION 9635 N Columbia Blvd., Portland, Oregon 974203 888-230-8840 jstoutauction.com Expo Hall Section 600 ......................612, 613, 614 JAMES G MURPHY CO. 105 McNary Estates Drive N, Keizer, Oregon 97303 503-463-4444 • Fax: 503-463-1554 www.murphyauction.com Performance Hall .............................................. 18 JAMES PIPE & SUPPLY INC. P.O. Box 593, Ridgefield, Washington 98642 360-904-7473 • Fax: 360-887-2291 Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 276

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JEWELL ATTACHMENTS LLC 18135 SW Boones Ferry Rd, Portland, Oregon 97224 503-352-8238 • Fax: 503-352-8201 www.jewellattachments.com Exhibit Hall ........................................................BB KEITH MFG. CO. 401 NW Alder, Madras, Oregon 97441 541-475-3802 • Fax: 541-475-2169 www.keithwalkingfloor.com Performance Hall .............................................. 89 KENWORTH NORTHWEST 20220 International Blvd, Seatac, Washington 98198 203-433-5911 • Fax: 206-878-7676 www.kenworthnorthwest.com Sponsors ....................................... Friends of OLC KEZI NEWS 9 Box 7009, Springfield, Oregon 97475 541-580-7447 • Fax: 541-677-9133 kezi.com Sponsors ............................................ Silver Level KKNU LIVE RADIO REMOTE 925 Country Club Rd. # 200, Eugene, Oregon 97401 541-686-9123 Wheeler............................................. Family Event KMC-KOOTRAC/KOOTENAY TRACTOR PO Box 31,Crescent Valley, British Columbia V0G 1H0 CAN 250-359-2033 • Fax: 250- 359-5034 www.kmc-kootrac.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 230 Outside KNAPHEIDE TRUCK EQUIPMENT NW 2500 NW Marine Dr, Troutdale, Oregon 97060 503-265-8939 • Fax: 503-265-8938 www.knapheide.com Exhibit Hall .......................................................... C

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Exhibitor Listing continued from page 65 LANE FAMILIES FOR FARMS & FOREST P.O. Box 8214, Coburg, Oregon 97408 541-285-3288 www.lanefamilies.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 171 LAONA MACHINE SUPPLY P.O. Box 38, Laona, Wisconnsin 54541 715-674-3909 • Fax: 715-674-2607 Laonamachine.com Expo Hall Section 600 ..................................... 604

LASER TECHNOLOGY INC. 6912 South Quentin St, Centennial, Colorado 80112 303-649-1000 • Fax: 303-649-9710 www.lasertech.com Performance Hall .............................................. 58

LEFT COAST TRUCK & EQUIPMENT PARTS INC P.O. Box 1328, Hines, Oregon 97738 541-573-1799 leftcoasttruckparts.com Performance Hall ........................................ 56, 57

LAWSON PRODUCTS, INC. 8770 W. Bryn Mawr Av. Ste 900, Chicago, Ilinois 60018 773-304-5373 • Fax: 312-962-4943 www.lawsonproducts.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 206

LEGACY FINANCE GROUP LLC 13605 Clackamas River, Oregon City, Oregon 97045 503-704-1493 • Fax: 503-650-7963 www.legacyfinancegroup.com Outside

LCC DIESEL DEPT 4000 East 30th Ave, Eugene, Oregon 97405 541-463-5708 www.lanecommunitycollege.com Expo Hall Section 600 ..................................... 605

LEGACY STEEL BLDGS 1330 Page Dr #201B, Fargo, North Dakota 58103 701.237.9620 • Fax: 701.235.0687 www.abcsteelbuildings.com Performance Hall ............................................ 109 LES SCHWAB TIRE CENTER 2295 W 11Th Ave., Eugene, Oregon 97402 541-342-7254 • Fax: 541-741-1407 www.lesschwabtirecenter.com Exhibit Hall ............................... 289-290, 291-292 LETOURNEAU TECHNOLOGIES AMERICA, INC. 1701 NW Sundial Rd., Troutdale, Oregon 97060 503-669-1276 • Fax: 503-666-6681 letourneau-inc.com Performance Hall .....................................105-106 LINK-BELT 2004 Buck Lane, Lexington, Kentucky 40511 859-245-3927 • Fax: 859-492-1099 www.lbxco.com Sponsors .............................................. Gold Level LINN BENTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2000 W. Oak St., Lebanon, Oregon 97355 541-917-4590 • Fax: 541-917-4888 www.linnbenton.edu/attc Performance Hall .........................................32-33 LLM PUBLICATIONS 12670 NW Barnes Rd, Portland, Oregon 97229 503-445-2220 • Fax: 503-655-0778 www.llmpubs.com Sponsors ....................................... Friends of OLC LOADMAN ON BOARD SCALES PO Box 2410, Renton, Washington 98059 425-234-4335 • Fax: 425-272-4377 www.loadman.com Performance Hall .............................................. 87 LOG MAX INC. 1114 W. Fourth Plain Blvd.

Vancouver, Washington 98660 360-699-7300 • Fax: 360-699-7304 www.logmax.com Exhibit Hall ...............................................149-155 LOG SAFE INC Box 1604, Clatskanie, Oregon 97016 503-434-0148 • Fax: 503-728-3274 www.logsafeinc.com Performance Hall ............................................ 101 LOGGERS WORLD LLC P.O. Box 1631, Chehalis, Washington 98532 360-262-3376 www.loggersworld.com Performance Hall ............................................ 108 LOGGING & SAWMILLING JOURNAL PO Box 86670, North Vancouver, British Columbia V7L 4L2 CAN 604-990-9970 • Fax: 604-990-9971 Exhibit Hall .................................................. Lobby Sponsors ............................................ Silver Level LOGGINGENCODERS.COM 926 Perkins Drive, Mukwonago, Wisconnsin 53149 262-378-5506 • Fax: 262-378-5400 www.loggingencoders.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 297

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LUBRICATION ENGINEERS INC 15016 Saint Andrews Dr., Oregon City, Oregon 97045 800.537.7683 www.Lelubricants.com Expo Hall Section 600 ..................................... 615 LUDWIG SYSTEM GRUD HLCO. Am Kraftwerk 3, Bad Relchenhall, Bavoia 83435 GER 603-294-4773 www.ludwigsystem.com Auditorium ...................................................... 402 LUMBERMEN’S EQUIPMENT DIGEST 2508 Pillow Drive, Columbia, Tennessee 38401 931-381-1638 • Fax: 931-381-3564 www.lumbermenonline.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 143 LUMBERMENS MAGAZINE P.O. Box 1916, Columbis, Tennessee 38402 801-419-5665 • Fax: 931-233-0802 www.lbxonline.com Performance Hall ............................................ 113

NELSON PAINT CO. 2727 NE Orchard Ave. 9313, McMinnville, Oregon 97128 906-774-5566 • Fax: 906-774-4264 www.nelsonpaint.com Performance Hall .............................................. 15 NORLIFT OF OREGON, INC. 7373 Milwaukie, Portland, Oregon 97222 503-659-5438 • Fax: 503-653-6966 norliftor.com Outside NORTHEAST IMPLEMENT INC. 460 Halsey Valley Rd., Spencer, New York 14883 607-589-6160 • Fax: 607-589-4026 www.northeastimplement.com Auditorium ...................................................... 424

NORTHWEST FARM CREDIT SERVICES 2222 NW Kline Street, Roseburg, Oregon 97471 541-464-6700 • Fax: 541-464-6705 www.northwestfcs.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 170 NW AUTOMATIC LUBRICATION 215 Clay St. Nw Unit B-3, Aubrun, Washington 98001 701-651-7482 • Fax: 888-415-1593 Expo Hall Section 600 ..............................619-620 NW FOREST PROPERTIES P.O. Box 42273, Eugene, Oregon 97404 541-868-6567 nwforestproperties.com Performance Hall .............................................. 16

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MAINTAINER CORPORATION Box 349-1701 2nd Ave, Sheldon, Iowa 51201 712-324-5001 • Fax: 712-324-3526 www.maintainer.com Exhibit Hall ..........................................................A MARC NELSON OIL PRODUCTS 1977 Claxter Rd NE, Salem, Oregon 97301 971.209.4524 • Fax: 971.209.4524 www.marchelsonoil.com Expo Hall Section 600...................................... 618 MASON, BRUCE & GIRARD, INC. 40 Irving Rd., Eugene, Oregon 97404 503-224-3445 • Fax: 503-224-6524 www.masonbruce.com Performance Hall .............................................. 12 MAXAM TIRE NORTH AMERICA 4030 SE Lexington St., Portland, Oregon 97202 844-629-2662 • Fax: 503-472-7995 www.maxamtire.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 280 MCCALLUM ROCK DRILLING INC P.O. Box 4030, Salem, Oregon 97302 503-581-7525 • Fax: 503-581-7208 www.mccallumrock.com Exhibit Hall ...............................................293-294 Outside MFCP INC. 2929 NW 31st Ave, Portland, Oregon 97210 503-228-0190 • Fax: 503-228-5331 www.mfcpinc.com Performance Hall .........................................39-40 MILL LOG EQUIPMENT PO Box 8099, Coburg, Oregon 97408 541-485-2203 • Fax: 541-485-8452 www.milllog.com Performance Hall .............................................. 53 MODERN MACHINERY 4610 Cloud Burst Way, Eugene, Oregon 97402 541-688-7321 • Fax: 541-689-5429 www.modernmachinery.com Outside MULTITEK NORTH AMERICA, LLC PO Box 170, Prentice, Wisconnsin 54556 800-243-5438 www.multitekinc.com Outside ................................................ Demo Area MY LITTLE SALESMAN INC PO Box 341869, Austin, Texas 78734 512-851-0709 • Fax: 541- 342-3598 www.mylittlesalesman.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 147 Sponsors .......................................... Bronze Level Sponsors ....................................... Friends of OLC

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Exhibitor Listing continued from page 67 OFFICE EQUIPMENT CO. 3400 Franklin Blvd, Eugene, Oregon 97403 541- 342-3325 • Fax: 541-343-8210 www.oec-sys.com Performance Hall ............................................ 104 OLC LOG LOADER COMPETITION PO Box 10669, Eugene, Oregon 97440 541-686-9191 • Fax: 541-868-0176 www.oregonloggingconference.com Outside OLC LOGO SHOP PO Box 10669, Eugene, Oregon 97440 541-686-9191 • Fax: 541-868-0176 www.oregonloggingconference.com Exhibit Hall .................................................. Lobby OLOFSFORS INC. 121 Roy Blvd. Unit 4, Brantford, Ontario N3R 7KI CAN 519-754-2180 • Fax: 519-757-1100 www.olofsfors.com Performance Hall .........................................36-37 OR - OSHA 350 Winter St. NE, Salem, Oregon 97301 503-947-7425 osha.oregon.gov Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 142 OREGON 4909 SE Intl Way, Portland, Oregon 97222 503-653-4338 • Fax: 503-905-2655 www.oregonproducts.com Exhibit Hall .......................................173, 174, 175 OREGON DEPT. OF FORESTRY - W LANE 87950 Territorial Hwy., Veneta, Oregon 97487 541-935-2283 • Fax: 541-935-0731 Wheeler............................................. Family Event OREGON DEPT OF FORESRTY - SALEM 2600 State Street, Building D, Salem, Oregon 97310 503-945-7475 • Fax: 503-945-7490 www.odf.state.or.us Outside

OREGON FARM BUREAU 1320 Capitol St., Salem, Oregon 97301 503-399-1701 www.oregonfb.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 171

PACIFIC FOREST FOUNDATION Box 26, Eatonville, Washington 98328 360.832.1745 www.pacificforestfoundation.org Expo Hall Section 600 ..................................... 623

OREGON FOREST & INDUSTRIES COUNCIL 1149 Court St. NE, Salem, Oregon 97301 503-586-1244 • Fax: 503-371-6223 www.ofic.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 171

PACIFIC LOGGING CONGRESS P.O. Box 26, Eatonville, Washington 98328 360-832-1745 www.pacificloggingcongress.org Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 144

OREGON FUEL INJECTION INC. P O Box 21121, Eugene, Oregon 97402 541485-1434 • Fax: 541 485-1464 www.oregonfuelinjection.com Performance Hall .............................................. 64

PACIFIC TRACTOR & IMPLEMENT 1221 Basline St., Hillsboro, Oregon 97123 503-648-3841 • Fax: 503-648-0229 www.pactractor.com Outside ................................................ Demo Area Sponsors ....................Friends of OLC Foundation

OREGON LOGGING CONFERENCE FOUNDATION Box 10669, Eugene, Oregon 97440 541-686-9191 • Fax: 855-866-0572 Expo Hall Section 600 Future Forestry Career Day OREGON SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FORESTERS 4033 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR 97221 503-224-8046 Wheeler ............................................... Family Day OREGON WOMEN IN TIMBER P.O. Box 760, Dallas, Oregon 97338 503-831-1593 www.owit.com Expo Hall Section 600.... Future Forestry Career Day Wheeler ............................................... Family Day Exhibit Hall....................................Thursday Tours OREGONIANS FOR FOOD & SHELTER 1320 Capitol St. NE, Salem, Oregon 97301 503-370-8092 • Fax: 503-370-8586 www.ofsonline.org Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 171 OSU WOOD INNOVATION CENTER Peavy Hall, Corvallis, Oregon 97331 Wheeler ............................................... Family Day PACIFIC CORRUGATED PIPE CO. 89822 Hwy 99N, Eugene, Oregon 97402 541-461-0990 • Fax: 541-461-0993 www.pcpipe.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 281

PAPE’ GROUP 355 Goodpasture Is. Rd Ste 300, Eugene, Oregon 97401 541.683.5073 • Fax: 541-681-5319 www.papemachinery.com Sponsors .............................................. Gold Level PAPE’ KENWORTH 355 Goodpasture Island Rd, Eugene, Oregon 97401 541-683-5073 • Fax: 541-681-5319 www.papekenworth.com Outside PAPE’ MACHINERY, INC 355 Goodpasture Island Rd Suite 300, Eugene, Oregon 97401 541-683-5073 • Fax: 541-681-5393 www.papemachinery.com Outside PEERLESS CORP P.O. Box G, Springfield, Oregon 97477 541-746-8218 • Fax: 541-726-4707 www.generaltrailerparts.com Exhibit Hall .............................252-260 & 261-269 Outside Sponsors .............................................. Gold Level PETERS & KEATTS EQ. INC. 18122 SR 9 SE Suite 101 B, Snohomish, Washington 98296 360-863-2552 • Fax: 360-863-6916 www.petersandkeatts.net Outside Performance Hall ..........................................E & F PETERSON CAT 4421 NE Columbia Blvd., Portland, Oregon 97218 1-888-738-3776 www.petersoncat.com Outside Sponsors .............................................. Gold Level PETERSON PACIFIC CORP P O Box 40490, Eugene, Oregon 97404 541- 689-6520 • Fax: 541-689-0804 www.petersoncorp.com Outside ................................................ Demo Area PEWAG TRACTION CHAIN, INC 3825 Cincinnati Av. Ste D, Rocklin, California 95765 800-445-2895 • Fax: 916-408-0575 www.pewagchain.com Exhibit Hall ...............................................304-305 PHOENIX HYDRAULICS & MACH. INC. 100 Boomer Hill Rd, Myrtle Creek, Oregon 97457 541-863-5492 • Fax: 541-863-4893 www.phohyd.com Exhibit Hall ...............................................193-194

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Exhibitor Listing continued from page 68 PIERCE PACIFIC MFG 4424 NE 158Th Ave., Portland, Oregon 97230 503-808-9110 • Fax: 503-808-9111 www.piercepacific.com Outside PONSSE NORTH AMERICA 4400 International Lane, Rhinelander, Wisconsin 54501 715-369-4833 • Fax: 715-369-4838 www.ponsse.com Outside Performance Hall .............................74, 75, 76, 77 Sponsors ....................Friends of OLC Foundation POTTER WEBSTER CO. 41 NE Walker St., Portland, Oregon 97211 503-283-4792 • Fax: 503-735-3305 www.potterwebster.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 225 POWERSCREEN OF WASHINGTON 7915 S. 261 St, Kent, Washington 98032 541-556-1329 www.powerscreen-wa.com Outside PRECISION MACHINERY P.O. Box 41657, Eugene, Oregon 97404 541-285-4774 precisionmachineryandmaint.com Outside PRIMARY MACHINERY 1625 12Th St. SE, Salem, Oregon 97303 503-588-8312 • Fax: 503-375-7661 Auditorium ...................................................... 403

PROMAC MANUFACTURING 2940 Jacob Road, Duncan, British Columbia V9L 6W4 CAN 250-746-5181 • Fax: 250-746-4799 www.promacgroup.ca Auditorium ...............................................408-409 PROPEL INSURANCE PO Box 936, Medford, Oregon 97501 541-494-7745 www.propelinsurance.com Auditorium ...................................................... 404 QUADCO EQUIPMENT INC. 169 Industrial Dr, Lexington, South Carolina 29072 803-951-1951 • Fax: 803-951-3958 www.quadco.com Exhibit Hall .............................246-251 & 270-275 Sponsors ....................Friends of OLC Foundation RADIATOR SUPPLY HOUSE 1460 47th Ave., Sweet Home, Oregon 97386 541-367-2991 • Fax: 888-615-3002 www.radiatorsupplyhouse.com Performance Hall .............. 79, 80, 81 & 84, 85, 86 Sponsors ....................Friends of OLC Foundation RAPID SPAN STRUCTURES LTD. 1145 Industrial Drive, Armstrong, British Columbia V0E 1B6 CAN 250-546-9676 • Fax: 250-546-9066 www.rapidspan.com Performance Hall .............................................. 99 RDO EQUIPMENT 1400 S Maricopa Rd., Chandler, Arizona 85226 480-341-1433 • Fax: 602796-1805 www.rdoequipment.com Performance Hall ............................................ sf 2

RDO/VERMEER PACIFIC 7640 NE 33rd Dr., Portland, Oregon 97211 503-282-0694 • Fax: 503-281-8601 www.vermeerpacific.com and www.rdoequipment.com Outside REAL TUFF INDUSTRIES 3104 Morris Sheppard Dr, Brownwood, Texas 76801 325-641-8300 • Fax: 325-643-3243 www.realtuffbaler.com Outside ................................................ Demo Area RITCHIE BROS AUCTIONEERS 214 Ritchie Lane, Chehalis, Washington 98532 503.704.4227 • Fax: 360.262.9205 www.rbauction.com Sponsors .......................................... Bronze Level ROLL RITE,LLC 650 Industrial Dr., Gladwin, Michigan 48624 989-896-1111 • Fax: 989-246-1035 www.rollrite.com Outside ROTHENBUHLER ENG. PO Box 708, Sedro Woolley, Washington 98284-0705 360-856-0836 • Fax: 360-856-2183 www.rothenbuhlereng.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 172 ROTOBEC 11-364 Lougheed rd, Kelowna, British Columbia V1X7R8 CAN 250-765-1161 • Fax: 250-765-0035 www.rotobec.com Outside Sponsors .............................................. Gold Level

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RYAN’S EQUIPMENT INC 111 Quicksilver Lane, Edmore, Michigan 48829 989.427.2829 • Fax: 989.427.4008 www.ryansequip.com Auditorium ...............................................406-407 SAF HOLLAND NEWAY 1950 Industrial Blvd, Muskegon, Michigan 49442 231.777.4431 • Fax: 231-730-3193 www.safholland.us Exhibit Hall ...............................................298-299 SCANDINAVIAN FRSTRY. EQ. 260 Shady Ln, Ste. 3, Manchester, Pennsylvania 17345 717-793-3102 • Fax: 717-793-3103 www.scandforestry.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 286

SWANSON BROS. LUMBER CO. INC. P.O Box 309, Noti, Oregon 97461 541-935-2231 • Fax: 541-935-1287 Sponsors ...........................................Friends Of OLC

TALK ABOUT TREES P.O.Box 760, Dallas, Oregon 97338 503.915.2611 www.talkabouttrees.us Wheeler............................................. Family Event

SYNTHETIC LUBE PLUS 633 Yakima Valley Hwy #109, Sunnyside, Washington 98944 509-790-0100 • Fax: 619-554-8843 www.syntheticlubeplus.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 195 TAJFUN USA 960 Harris AVE, Ste 201, Bellingham, Washington 98225 360-594-8877 www.tajfun.com Outside ................................................ Demo Area

TEC EQUIPMENT, INC. 91317 Coburg Industrial Way, Coburg, Oregon 97408 541-686-6060 • Fax: 541-686-6068 www.tecequipment.com Performance Hall ...........................69-73 & 92-96 Sponsors ....................Friends of OLC Foundation

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SCHAEFFER’S MFG 1724 NE Shale Ct, Roseburg, Oregon 97470 541.530.8913 Expo Hall Section 600 ..................................... 617 SCULPTURES IN MOTION 3180 Ridgeway, Reedsport, Oregon 97467 541-999-8859 Outside - Demo.............................................Demo Sponsors.....................Friends of OLC Foundation SILKE COMMUNICATIONS INC 680 Tyler St, Eugene, Oregon 97402 541- 687-1611 • Fax: 541- 687-1613 www.silkecom.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 148 SIMINGTON CHAIN GRINDERS 19203 West Side Road, Lakeview, Oregon 97630 541-947-4444 • Fax: 541-947-4402 www.simingtonchaingrinder.com Performance Hall ............................................ 110 SMILING MOOSE MARKETING SERVICES 4022 Baird Ct, Fortuna, California 95540 707-725-4103 • Fax: 707-240-5233 Sponsors ....................................... Friends of OLC SOUTHSTAR EQUIPMENT LTD 728 Tagish St, Kamloops, B. C. V2H1B7 CAN 250-828-7820 • Fax: 250-828-7825 www.southstarequipment.com Exhibit Hall ...............................................242-245 Sponsors ....................Friends of OLC Foundation STARKER FORESTS INC Box 809, Corvallis, Oregon 97339 541- 929-2477 • Fax: 541-929-2178 Wheeler ............................................... Family Day STEELHEAD BREWING CO. 199 E. 5th Av, Eugene, Oregon 97401 541-686-2739 • Fax: 541-342-5338 www.steelheadbrewing.com Sponsors........................................ Friends of OLC SUMMIT ATTACH. & MACH. LLC PO Box 1785, Castle Rock, Washington 98611 360-274-8667 Outside SUMMIT TRUCK EQUIPMENT 18413 E. 10th Ave., Spokane Valley, Washington 99016 866-985-3100 • Fax: 500-922-0272 www.summitbodies.com Exhibit Hall ............................................................ D SUPERIOR TIRE SERVICE 33960 Old Willamette Hwy S., Eugene, Oregon 97405 541-744-2000 • Fax: 541-744-2068 www.superiortireservice.com Exhibit Hall .............................220-221 & 240-241 Sponsors ....................Friends of OLC Foundation

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Exhibitor Listing continued from page 71 TECHNICAL FOREST SOLUTIONS LLC 2207 Talley Way, Kelso, Washington 98626 360-636-0300 • Fax: 360-636-0314 Outside TERRA TECH LLC PO Box 2572, Eugene, Oregon 97402 541-345-0597 • Fax: 541-687-2244 www.TerraTech.net Performance Hall .........................................90-91 TEXAS REFINERY CORP P O Box 711, Fort Worth, Texas 76101-0711 800-827-0711 • Fax: 800-582-3329 www.texasrefinery.com Performance Hall .............................................. 45 THE TRAILER COMPANY 234 Mt. Vernon Ave, Bakersfield, California 93307 541699-6244 • Fax: 661-324-3984 www.trailercompany.com Outside THURSDAY SCHOOL TOUR Exhibit Hall TIGER LIGHTS P.O. Box 265, Tangent, Oregon 97389 844-456-4600 • Fax: 541-981-2759 www.tigerlights.com Performance Hall .....................................114-115 TIMBER SUPPLY CO INC P.O. Box 151, Philomath, Oregon 97370 (541) 929-3151 • Fax: 541-929-3157 www.timbersupplyco.com Exhibit Hall ...............................................196-197 TIMBERBEAST GEAR LLC 230 Frank St, Glide, Oregon 97443 541-637-8010 www.timberbeast.net Performance Hall .............................................. 19 TIMBERLINE MAGAZINE 10244 Timber Ridge Dr., Ashland, Virginia 23005 800-805-0263 • Fax: 804-550-2181 Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 296 TIMBERWEST MAGAZINE PO Box 610, Edmonds, Washington 98020 425-778-3388 • Fax: 425-771-3623 Exhibit Hall .................................................. Lobby Sponsors ............................................ Silver Level

TIREBOSS 15803 121 A Ave., Edmonton, Alberta T5V 1B1 CAN 780-451-4894 www.tireboss.com Auditorium ...............................................425-426

U.S. PRIDE PRODUCTS LLC 1516 110th Av., Hammond, Wisconnsin 54015 715-760-0907 • Fax: 715-246-7321 www.usprideproducts.com Outside ................................................ Demo Area

T-MAR INDUSTRIES LTD 5791 Duncan Bay Rd, Campbell River, British Columbia V9H1N6 CAN 250-286-9500 • Fax: 250-286-9502 www.t-marequipment.com Performance Hall .............................28, 29, 30, 31

U.S. TRANSMISSIONS, INC. 10 NE Walker St, Portland, Oregon 97211 503-545-6176 • Fax: 503-286-0661 www.ustransinc.com Exhibit Hall ...............................................287-288

TORCUP NORTHWEST 15826 SE 42nd Pl, Bellevue, Washington 98006 425.643.4955 • Fax: 425.643.9963 www.torcup.com Exhibit Hall ...................................................... 198 TRAVEL LANE COUNTY P O Box 10286, Eugene, Oregon 97440 541484-5307 • Fax: 541-343-6335 www.travellanecounty.com Sponsors ....................................... Friends of OLC TRILINK SAW CHAIN 8332 E Snyder, Tucson, Arizona 85750 520-638-6258 • Fax: 520-989-0827 www.trilinksawchain.com Exhibit Hall ...............................................140-141 Sponsors ....................Friends of OLC Foundation TRIAD MACHINERY INC PO Box F -2, Coburg, Oregon 97408 541-342-7700 • Fax: 541-342-6806 www.triadmachinery.com Outside Sponsors .............................................. Gold Level TURN-KEY RV RENTALS 4435 Franklin Blvd, Eugene, Oregon 97403 541-746-1502 Sponsors ....................................... Friends of OLC TYREE OIL, INC. 1355 W 1st Ave., Eugene, Oregon 97402 541-687-0076 • Fax: 541-343-0552 www.TyreeOil.com Exhibit Hall .............................................. 208, 209 TYSON TRAEGER/NEWFIRE OUTDOORS 190 S Main St, Mt. Angel, Oregon 97362 877.347.2848 www.woodpelletproducts.com Sponsors ....................Friends of OLC Foundation U.S. FORESTRY DISTRIBUTION LLC 4885 Taylor Dr., Rhinelander, Wisconnsin 54501 715-420-2377 • Fax: 715-420-2378 Outside

UNITED INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT 530 Conger St., Eugene, Oregon 97402 541-687-8686 • Fax: 541-687-8667 www.unitedindustrialequip.com Performance Hall ...................................111 - 112 US BANK COLUMBIA PACIFIC REGION 987 Duane St, Astoria, Oregon 97103 503-325-8665 • Fax: 503-325-9785 Sponsors .......................................... Bronze Level USFS SIUSLAW NF 3200 SW Jefferson, Corvallis, Oregon 97331 541-750-7075 www.fs.usda.gov/siuslaw Wheeler ............................................ Family Event VALLEY TOOL & MFG Box 220, Hughson, California 95326 800-426-5615 • Fax: 209-883-9565 www.valleytoolmfg.com Outside VOGELSANG FASTENER SOLUTIONS 1790 Swarthmore, Lakewood, New Jersey 07731 732-364-0444 www.vogelsangfastener.com Expo Hall Section 600 ..................................... 616 VULCAN ONBOARD SCALES 5920 S. 194th St., Kent, Washington 98391 253-872-1910 • Fax: 253-872-9626 www.vulcanscales.com Exhibit Hall ...............................................282-283 WARATAH FORESTRY ATTACHMENTS 2401 Talley Way, Kelso, Washington 98626 360-636-2950 • Fax: 360-636-2980 www.waratah.com Outside WARD INSURANCE P.O. Box 10167, Eugene, Oregon 97440 541-687-1117 • Fax: 541-342-8280 www.wardinsurance.net Performance Hall .............................................. 50 WARRENTON FIBER PO Box 100, Warrenton, Oregon 97146 503-861-3305 • Fax: 503-861-2925 Sponsors ............................................ Silver Level WARTENBEE TRUCKING 24904 Oak Lane, Elmira, Oregon 97437 541-935-3731 • Fax: 541-954-3088 Sponsors ....................................... Friends of OLC WCLA CREDIT UNION PO Box 207, Olympia, Washington 98507 360-352-5033 • Fax: 360-352-1537 www.loggers.com/cu Performance Hall .............................................. 38 Sponsors ....................Friends of OLC Foundation WELDCO-BEALES MFG 12155 154 St, Edmonton, Alberta TSL3B4 CAN 780-454-5244 • Fax: 780-455-6770 www.weldco-beales.com Outside

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Exhibitor Listing continued from page 72 WESTECH RIGGING SUPPLY 4140 West 11th Ave, Eugene, Oregon 97402 541- 344-6249 • Fax: 541- 344-0902 www.westechrigging.com Exhibit Hall ............................................164 & 165 WESTERN TRAILER SALES CO. PO Box 5598, Boise, Idaho 83705 208.344.2539 • Fax: 208-344-1521 www.westerntrailer.com Outside WEYERHAEUSER - VANCOUVER 16821 SE McGillivray Blvd, Ste 210, Vancouver, Washington 98683 360-891-3385 • Fax: 360-891-3388 www.weyerhaeuser.com Outside WHITE MOUNTAIN CHAIN P O Box 869, Bonners Ferry, Idaho 83805 800-439-9073 • Fax: 877-439-8289 www.whitemountainchain.com Performance Hall .........................................97-98 WHIT-LOG INC PO Box 668, Wilbur, Oregon 97494 541-673-1166 • Fax: 541-673-1168 www.whitlogtrailers.com Exhibit Hall .............................190-191 & 210-211 WICKUM WELD 2100 A Kotobuki Way, Vancouver, Washington 98660 360.695.2371 www.wickumweld.com Expo Hall Section 600 ..................................... 601

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OREGON LOGGING CONFERENCE

2018 Resolutions A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE PASSAGE OF LEGISLATION TO REFORM FEDERAL FOREST MANAGEMENT AND FIX WILDFIRE FUNDING

BY THE OREGON LOGGING CONFERENCE FEBRUARY 22, 2918 WHEREAS, according to the National Interagency Fire Center, over 8.2 million acres of forest land burned across the nation in 2017 including over 700,000 acres in Oregon of which 95 percent were on federal lands, resulting in yet another record-breaking fire season, and WHEREAS, the fires cost over $2.4 billion to suppress and required the U.S. Forest Service to redirect $400 million from other agency programs, including those that help reduce the size and severity of wildfires on federal land through active management, in order to meet the demand for fire suppression funding. Fire suppression consumed 55 percent of the agency’s budget in 2017 compared to 15 percent twenty years ago, and WHEREAS, this so-called “fire borrowing” has resulted in an increasing amount of federal forest land facing immediate risk of catastrophic wildfire and insect and disease infestations due to this redirection of funding intended for preventative management measures such as timber harvesting, thinning, fuel reduction and prescribed fire, and WHEREAS, fixing “fire borrowing” alone will not ad-

dress the underlying forest health crisis that is fueling these severe fires or contain the exponential growth in wildfire suppression spending. Any effective solution must also include meaningful policy and legal reforms to increase active management on the 80 million acres identified by the Chief of the U.S. Forest Service as being in need of immediate restoration management, and WHEREAS, the Resilient Federal Forest Act (H.R. 2647) was passed by the House of Representatives in November 2017 with bipartisan support and would provide many of the long term policy changes needed to improve forest health, promote domestic forest products production as well as a solution to the “fire borrowing” issue. The bill is now awaiting consideration in the U.S. Senate.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oregon Logging Conference go on record in support of comprehensive legislation that addresses how the U.S. Forest Service budgets for and funds wildfire suppression activities, that eliminates the need for “fire borrowing” and that reforms federal forest management to enable agencies to increase the pace and scale of forest restoration.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the logging conference urge the U.S. Senate and Oregon’s two Senators to support the Resilient Federal Forest Act of 2017 (H.R. 2647) as the model for future legislation to fix the fire funding debacle and reform the management of federal forests to improve their resilience to catastrophic wildfire.

———————————————————– A RESOLUTION OPPOSING THE EXPANSION OF THE CASCADE-SISKIYOU NATIONAL MONUMENT

BY THE OREGON LOGGING CONFERENCE FEBRUARY 22, 2018 WHEREAS, in the year 2000 President Bill Clinton utilized his authority under the Antiquities Act of 1906 to create the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument, encompassing approximately 65,000 acres in an area where the Cascade, Klamath and Siskiyou Mountains converge in southern Oregon, and WHEREAS, just prior to leaving office in January 2017, President Barak Obama relied on the same authority to add another 48,000 acres to the monument bringing the total acreage to 113,000 acres of reserves by Executive Order, and WHEREAS, the Obama expansion included significant amounts of federal forest land legislatively designated for timber production purposes by the O&C Act of 1937 and will affect the management of private lands which are largely intermingled with the federal forests, reciprocal rights-of-way agreements to access non-federal lands, and make the management of those lands more difficult and expensive, and WHEREAS, Congress designated these lands for timber production purposes and only Congress can remove that designation. The Antiquities Act of 1907 cannot override an action that Congress has already taken relative to the purpose of the O&C forest lands, and WHEREAS, these forest lands are located in an arid part of the state and are susceptible to climate change, catastrophic wildfire, disease, insect infestation and drought without active management to keep them healthy, and WHEREAS, a broad group of local interests have expressed grave concerns about the monument expansion including the forest products industry, local county commissions, the Association of O&C Counties, business organizations and state legislators citing the impacts to private property, the loss of timber production to support jobs and the generation of timber revenues to the counties necessary to sustain public services, and

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WHEREAS, during that meeting he laid out a plan to address the forest health crisis on federal forest lands affecting some 80 million acres; a program to streamline internal regulations and procedures for compliance

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THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oregon Logging Conference go on record in support of Secretary Zinke’s recommendation to President Trump to rescind the 48,000 acre monument expansion authorized in the waning days of the Obama Administration and to ensure that the federal government follows the law by managing the O&C Forest Lands for sustainable timber production as prescribed by Congress.

WHEREAS, Tony Tooke was appointed Chief of the U.S. Forest Service effective September 1, 20017 and immediately convened a summit in Phoenix, AZ bringing his Regional Foresters and support staff into a meeting to discuss the future of the organization, and

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WHEREAS, after thorough review, current Secretary of Interior Ryan Zinke has recommended that the Trump Administration reverse the expansion of the CascadeSiskiyou National Monument authorized by the Obama Administration and to restore its boundaries to those established by President Bill Clinton.

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with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA); a directive to the field to more aggressively utilize existing authorities provided in the 2014 Farm Bill; and a plan to ramp up timber outputs and acres treated, and WHEREAS, timber outputs prescribed under existing forest plans for the national forest system total 6.2 billion board feet per year. Current management direction and funding is producing less than one half of that amount. At the Phoenix meeting, Chief Tooke outlined a path to ramp up to 4.0 billion board feet by 2020 assuming existing funding levels, and WHEREAS, Chief Tooke emphasized the utilization of existing authorities as the key to reaching this goal and sent a message to the field that all authorities granted

by Congress to expedite environmental analyses under NEPA, consultation for projects involving compliance with the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and expeditious processing of appeals and legal challenges should be employed, and WHEREAS, in 1998 approximately 1,000 Forest Service employees were assigned to the Washington, Office of the Forest Service. Today, there are 5,000 staff assigned to the Washington, D.C. Office. It is imperative that many of these employees be reassigned to field offices and trained to improve the agency’s ability to carry out effective and efficient timber sales on federal land in a timely manner.

WHEREAS, in order to meet strict environmental standards of reforestation, aerial herbicide use is an effective and vital tool to control aggressive vegetation, including non-native, invasive weeds that compete with new tree seedlings for light, nutrients, water and space necessary to re-establish a vigorously growing new forest.

WHEREAS, aerial application is often the safest, fastest, most efficient and cost-effective way to apply herbicides, especially on remote, steep and rough forest terrain, and modern aerial application utilizes cutting-edge technology to guarantee areas such as waterways, neighbor boundaries, and other no-spray areas are adequately buffered and protected.

WHEREAS, forestry is only responsible for four percent of pesticide use in Oregon, and herbicides are typically only applied two to four times total in the first few years of a 40-60-year time frame to hold back invasive species and other vegetation.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oregon Logging Conference go on record in support of the use of aerial application of herbicides on forestland to sustainably meet growing global demand for renewable wood products.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the regulatory authority for forest land herbicide use be vested with the Oregon Board of Forestry and not be subject to the initiative petition process.

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THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oregon Logging Conference (OLC) go on record in lending its unqualified support for the direction and priorities for the U.S. Forest Service expressed by newly appointed Chief Tony Tooke at his Phoenix Leadership Conference.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the OLC support the utilization of all existing authorities to expedite active management projects on federal forests including the use of Categorical Exclusions, the Good Neighbor Authority allowing state involvement in federal forest management and the streamlining of consultation under the Endangered Species Act. ———————————————————– A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE USE OF AERIAL APPLICATION OF HERBICIDE ON FORESTLAND TO SUSTAINABLY MEET GROWING GLOBAL DEMAND FOR RENEWABLE WOOD PRODUCTS

BY THE OREGON LOGGING CONFERENCE FEBRUARY 22, 2018 WHEREAS, Oregon produces more softwood lumber and more softwood construction plywood than any other state in the nation, accounting for 17 percent of United States softwood lumber production and 29 percent of United States plywood construction.

WHEREAS, Oregon is a leader in producing cutting-edge, innovative engineered wood products like Cross-Laminated Timber currently powering a wood building revolution among architects and designers who are embracing the environmentally-friendly qualities of building tall commercial and multi-family buildings with wood.

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WHEREAS, wood produced in Oregon counts toward Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) certification as it comes from sustainably managed forests with some of the strictest environmental protections in the world, safeguarding water, fish and wildlife habitat, soil and air, and providing Oregonians with the highest quality drinking water of any land use in the state.

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NW Strike Teams Battle California’s Thomas Fire

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ust in time for the holidays, all

15 strike teams from Oregon and one from Washington were demobilized after two weeks on the fire line fighting California’s devastating Thomas

Thomas Fire Gets Its Start

The Thomas Fire erupted with a vengeance on December 4, north of Santa Paula in Ventura County. It originated as two separate fires, with the first igniting in Santa Paula Canyon, while the second fire started about 30 minutes later four miles north in Upper Ojai. Driven by strong Santa Ana winds, the two fires joined and quickly reached the city of Ventura, where more than 500 residences were destroyed that night.

The Santa Ana winds eventually shoved the fire north and east, spreading it into Santa Barbara County and the Los Padre National Forest.

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it into a firestorm traveling at an acre per minute.

To date, the Thomas Fire has become the largest California fire in modern times, devouring more than 281,620 acres and damaging or destroying more than 1400 structures. As many as 235,000 people had to evacuate at one time or another.

Oregon was the largest contingent of personnel sent to the fire among the other Western states that participated. About 360 fire personnel and 75 engines were deployed to California to assist with fire suppression efforts. In all, over 700 firefighters and 216 engines were brought in from participating states, bringing the total frontline personnel to 8,500.

California issued a call for reinforcements a few days after the blaze began through the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC), which enables states to share resources during natural and manmade disasters. In many ways, it was a reciprocal gesture because several units from

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California helped battle wildfires in Oregon earlier in the fall.

Drones on the Fire Line

In the past, I’ve taken issue with those nincompoops who fly their hobby drones into restricted airspace attempting to take world class photos and video of raging wildfires. Now there’s good news.

Firefighters are putting drones on the line.

California firefighters deployed drones to assist in getting a precise view of the fire’s path and evaluating property damage.

Instead of carrying Hellfire missiles, California Air National Guard MQ-9 Reaper UAVs were deployed to the Thomas Fire to map the fire and deliver real-time data to show firefighters where the blaze was moving, enabling crews to go where it counted most.

According to dronefly.com, 347 public service agencies in the U.S. bought drones between 2009 and 2017. Of that, 69 are fire

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departments. Dronefly.com also reports that Goldman Sachs estimates the global dronerelated firefighting industry is up to $881 million.

Drones are being used by firefighters to aid in developing a more informed strategy and to reduce risk. They are used to over-watch the fire lines, seeing through the smoke with thermal imaging cameras to monitor hotspots and crews from above.

Drones can see the immediate fire conditions, monitor ground crews, and provide more reliable data to command centers.

Still, there’s a bit of red tape firefighting operations must wade through before they can fly. Agencies must apply to the FAA for Certificates of Waiver or Authorization for specific missions to get around rules that restrict how UAVs are used. Drone pilots also have to get a pilot’s certification to fly a drone for commercial purposes.

By all reports, the paperwork hassle is worth it, because there is no doubt that firefighting drones can help save lives and property.

Mapping Escape Routes from the Air

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FireColumn identify areas where they can retreat using a process that emphasizes available tools and tactics to prevent being trapped in a burnover situation. The process includes recognition of suitable escape routes and safety zones.

Not an easy task when facing deadly bipolar fire behavior and rough terrain.

Now, researchers at the University of Utah have developed a mapping tool that could one day help fire crews make crucial safety decisions with an eagle’s eye view.

Their study is the first to attempt to map escape routes from the air.

Using light detection and ranging (LiDAR) technology to analyze the terrain slope, surface roughness, and vegetation density, the researchers assessed how each landscape condition impeded a person’s ability to travel.

Currently, this technology isn’t well suited to real-time mapping of evacuation routes, because the data takes too long to process, and coverage is limited in some regions. As the technology progresses, it will probably get sped up to where it is a practical tool for firefighters on the ground.

There is currently limited information about this process, but UAVs will most likely figure into the equation. Knowing and finding a route to safety is paramount.

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What’s Burning Now! Thomas Fire – California

Active - 281,620 acres Containment: 100%, Structures Destroyed: 1,063 Structures Damaged: 280 Massive mud slides hit the small community of Montecito as a result of heavy rains inundated the burned bare ground left by the Thomas Fire. The death toll has reached 20. Over 127 single-family homes were destroyed in the slide and nearly 300 other damaged, adding to the total destructive force created by fire and rain.

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Fire suppression repair – measures to mitigate erosion and restore areas impacted by constructing containment lines – have been completed. A BAER (Burned Area Emergency Response) team provided recommendations for mitigations on National Forest System lands to prevent further damage to values at risk in the area. Implementation of these mitigations is underway.

That’s a wrap. Stay safe out there!

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First on the Slope: An Evolution

Siegmund Excavation & Construction, Stayton, Oregon

By Lindsay R. Mohlere

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Siegmund, president of Siegmund Excavation & Construction, the evolution of his company into offering full-service steep-slope logging was more like coming around full circle and getting back to the company’s roots than taking a wild stab at a new industry.

The company’s core business is forest road construction. “We build roads, pile brush, do forest road maintenance, haul rock, and develop quarries... we have a portable rock crusher to prepare rock for logging roads. Our primary business is working in the woods,” says Siegmund.

“My grandfather, Ralph, ran a logging operation, Siegmund Logging, up into the mid-90s. My dad, Lou, grew up working with him on the logging side. He then went

to Oregon State, graduated, and served five years in the U.S. Air Force. When he came back in the 70s, he started this business as a side to the logging company. It was something of his own. The excavation company performed road construction in conjunction with logging services. Both Gramps and Dad worked hand in hand.”

Logging to Excavation

Siegmund’s grandfather shut down the logging company in 1994, but the excavation and construction company continued to work the forests and tree farms on the west side of the state, from the Cascades to the coast range.

“I came back to work with my dad in 1998. About five years ago, we purchased a

Cat 568 with Tractionline dual winch assist, and accompanied by a Cat 552 with Satco boom and Satco grapple saw.

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CAT feller buncher to start cutting right-ofways ahead of our road construction crews, and one thing led to another. We found a really good operator and branched out doing clear-cut work when we weren’t cutting right-of-ways,” Siegmund says.

The company then began doing full-service cutting ahead of logging operations, utilizing the buncher and contract hand cutting

crews. “The problem was, from a business perspective, it didn’t make sense taking on all the risk,” says Siegmund.

A Visit from New Zealand

Around the same time, Weyerhaeuser arranged for a New Zealand manufacturer to travel to Oregon and demonstrate its steepslope timber harvesting technology and methods to Northwest logging outfits.

At first, Siegmund was skeptical. He was concerned with the difficulties of servicing a machine on a steep slope. The difficulties of getting parts down a hill. The difficulties an operator would have operating on that kind of terrain. Dropping $1.5 million on a new harvesting method not tried in the U.S. was also a concern.

But with much thought and research, Siegmund focused on the positives. The technology had been proven on the steep slopes of New Zealand. It was more efficient, didn’t require men on the ground, and most important, was safer for his crews.

Making the Move

About two years ago, Siegmund Excavation & Construction jumped in with both feet purchasing two EMS Tractionline winchassist systems from Technical Forest Solutions (TFS). This was the creation of a new, full-service logging side for the company, which was also the first operational steep-slope outfit in the Pacific Northwest to apply for and receive a research variance from OR-OSHA. Most of the work done with the steepslope crew is for Weyerhaeuser. However, Siegmund also cuts roads and does clear-cut work for several other land owners.

Andrew Siegmund, president of Siegmund Excavation & Construction, along with his dog Ace. “We build roads, work in quarries, and crush rock. It’s our primary focus. We recognized that Weyerhaeuser would be a steady customer. Their upper management is very committed to steep-slope technology and the associated safety benefits. We viewed it [adding steep-slope technology] as an opportunity and wanted to have one more thing in our tool box that creates value for our customers,” Siegmund says.

Today, Siegmund Excavation & Construction employs about 45 people, offering a competitive wage, health benefits, 401K, and paid vacations. “We pride ourselves on operating a well-run business, which is a credit to our employees, and being a solution to help

fill our customers’ needs,” says Siegmund. “If you do that, you’ll always have a job.”

The Right Iron for the Job

Siegmund’s new logging side has been on the job since late spring 2016. The company fields a crew of five, all operating latemodel Cat forest machines. The Tractionline winches are paired with a Cat 568 excavator and a Cat 330 excavator.

Fred Getz, is the logging foreman.

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David Jackson operating a Cat 325D paired with a Log Max 10000 processing head. (continued from page 83) dual winch assist platform. He operates the steep-slope Cat 552 with a 28-inch Quadco head or Siegmund’s other Cat 552 equipped with a Satco boom and Satco grapple saw clear cutting ahead of the logging crew.

Processing is done by David Jackson operating a Cat 325D paired with a Log Max 10000 processing head, while Ben Gloor sees to shovel duties atop a Cat 320C forest machine.

Aaron Wainman runs a Cat 522 feller buncher equipped with a 24-inch Quadco head or the Cat 522 with a 28-inch Quadco

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head. He also operates the buncher clear cutting ahead of the logging crew and cuts right-of-ways ahead of the road building sides. Aaron also fills in running a loading shovel or logging shovel as needed.

Siegmund also runs a 2008 KW T-800 seven-axle long logger, driven by Shawn Parks. Contract truckers are used as demand warrants.

“We’re 100 percent Cat,” Siegmund adds. “Across our company, we’ve got about 60 pieces of Caterpillar equipment. We’ve tried other manufacturers, but decided on Cat because of parts availability and product support. Downtime is a killer. We’ve been

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very satisfied with Cat and our local dealer, Peterson [Cat].”

In addition, Siegmund Excavation & Construction does all its own repairs and maintenance outside of warranties. They have a full-service shop and rebuild engines and transmissions when necessary. “If a machine is covered by warranty, we push the manufacturers. If not, we do it ourselves,” says Siegmund.

First in the Fire

On Sunday, July 23, 2017, at approximately 5:30 P.M., a lightning strike ignited the Whitewater wildfire in the Whitewater

SteepSlopeSpotlight drainage near the tourist town of Detroit, Oregon, in the Mount Jefferson Wilderness.

Over the next two months, the fire devoured over 14,451 acres.

As the blaze chewed through the acres of timber, it began encroaching forest lands owned by Freres Lumber Company of Lyons, Oregon. To aid firefighters and to protect their ground, Freres timber manager Todd Parker called Siegmund, one of their nearest logging contractors.

When Siegmund took the call, the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) needed to build a fireline at the point where the Wilderness joined Freres’ land.

Siegmund was more than happy to help out.

“Todd called and asked us to bring one of our feller bunchers up to the fire. Once we were up there, one of the folks from ODF recognized that the machine had a hitch on it. He asked our operator, Eric Luscher, if we could tether the machine, and Eric said that we could,” says Siegmund.

“They were really interested in that because they needed a steep fireline constructed. Hand crews were working on the line, but the reality of it was they probably wouldn’t get it done in time. They wanted to create the fireline and then back burn to protect the private ground.”

Operator Eric Lescher standing next to the Cat 552 with Satco boom and head.

Siegmund’s steep-slope equipment enabled ODF to build the fireline in less than three days, which was days or possibly weeks ahead of what hand crews could have done.

It was also the first time a tethered feller

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Taking a Chance on Industry Changes

Tri-Star Logging, Snowflake, Arizona

By Andrea Watts

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hen fifth-generation logger Stephen Reidhead was

inspired by his wife Trish to start Tri-Star Logging in 1986, he couldn’t have foreseen that industry changes in the 1990s would force him

to exchange logging in the hills surrounding the city of Snowflake for grinding up the citrus orchards to make way for Phoenix development. Yet these grinding jobs kept his business viable, and the experience positioned Reidhead to take advantage of another industry change that was coming to northeast Arizona.

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Biomass Plant in Snowflake

In 2008, Snowflake Power, now called Novo BioPower, opened a 27-megawatt biomass power plant in Snowflake at the former site of the Catalyst Paper Corporation’s recycled paper manufacturing plant. The economic viability of the biomass operation was possible because of the numerous thinning projects underway in eastern Arizona’s White Mountains. The 2002 Rodeo-Chediski Fire, which burned through 450,000 acres of the White Mountains, called attention to the need for active management of the surrounding national forests and private lands.

In 2004, the White Mountain Stewardship Project issued an ambitious 10-year contract to Future Forest LLC to thin 150,000 acres of ponderosa pine forests.

Seeing a chance to escape the Phoenix valley, Reidhead’s Tri-Star Logging returned to the mountains and worked as a subcontractor for Future Forests for seven years before striking out on their own in 2011.

“This biomass opportunity [with Novo BioPower] came up, and we just moved the grinders up here and just started grinding the biomass,” Reidhead explains. “It turned out to be a blessing; we knew how to grind.”

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To meet Novo BioPower’s daily demand (currently the plant burns about 150,000 tons a year), Reidhead realized he had to upgrade their grinder capacity. Their current model that worked well in the orchards produced a finer quality of wood material that wasn’t necessary since the material would be burned. But what was more problematic was the grinder required more maintenance, which meant downtime they couldn’t afford.

When Reidhead put in a request to Kimball Equipment Company in Phoenix, searching for another grinder model, it just so happened the dealership had recently become the dealer for Terex CBI Ecotec.

Chuck Petersen, a salesman for Kimball Equipment Company, has worked with Reidhead since that initial request. “They had tried a lot of different equipment, and they really know what they like and don’t like,” say Petersen. “They were looking for just what the CBI 6800 could do.”

What the CBI 6800 can do is handle the production demand of 45 loads of biomass a day with minimal downtime. This is possible because CBI’s design distributes the horsepower across all the teeth, resulting in

fewer teeth breakages. The grinder can also handle root balls — previously, Reidhead’s crew would have to cut the stumps off, Petersen says. Tri-Star Logging received its first grinder in March 2016, and “because the first one was saving them so much.”

Even though the equipment may not require maintenance, Petersen still visits Reidhead’s jobsites regularly to see the machines in action and is impressed with the work that Reidhead and his crews are doing to clean up the forest. “The power plant needs more biomass, and Stephen was ready to invest. It actually works well,” says Petersen.

“It’s been very good so far,” Reidhead says in regard to how the grinders have performed.

“We’ve had two years on one and one year on another, and we’re contemplating a third one. It does a real good job.”

Each grinder is paired with an excavator with an overhead grapple that feeds the woody debris into the grinder’s bed.

The woody debris is the byproduct of the logging operations that Tri-Star Logging is currently working on for the Four Forest Restoration Initiative (4FRI). This initiative is a collaborative effort to restore the Coconino, Kaibab, Apache-Sitgreaves, and Tonto national forests in northern Arizona.

“We do more than anybody,” says Reidhead proudly. The company’s five sides, along with subcontractor Canyon Creek, process 21-26 log loads a day that are trucked to either Noble Star Wood Products or other local mills. Noble Star Wood Products is a sawmill venture that Reidhead started three years ago in conjunction with Novo BioPower. “It took a while to work out the bugs and get everything going, but we’ve turned a corner this spring,” he adds.

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Taking out the Weeds

And it’s not just forest restoration that is keeping Reidhead’s grinders busy. The company also has a three-year contract with the South Zone Grassland Restoration to remove the encroaching juniper and scrub brush cedars. “They call them trees, but we call them a bunch of thick weeds!” Reidhead explains. “They grow like crazy. It’s an eyesore. They drink up all the water and don’t leave anything for the animals.” With the area restored, he says that the elk herds have returned, and the cows love it.

Reidhead is proud of his company’s contribution in restoring the forests. “What I like about the biomass [project] is it cleans up the forests. We actually are restoring the forests.” Yet there is another positive outcome that has come out of his company taking on these large-scale contracts in addition to increasing the bottom line.

“I have five sons. I was going to be the last one to do logging because it’s a tough industry,” he says. “My oldest son [Allen]

started going into the woods with me, about the time we started grinding.”

Later his sons Jeffrey and Kevin, also joined the team, helping the expansion of Tri Star Logging with his last two boys

The CBI 6800 whole grinding chamber rising for easy screen and tip changes.

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Timothy and Matthew who are coming on to help manage NovoStar sawmill. “It’s going on one more generation,” Reidhead says. “I can’t find a better crew than my boys to work with.”

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Clark Tracks specialize in developing and manufacturing forest machine tracks to suit both cut-to-length machines and skidders.

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Second-Largest Yarder Case study demonstrates that tower boosts productivity with Series 60 engine repower

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ogging in the dense forests of Washington’s Olympic Peninsula is challenging work. Steep mountainous terrain and twisting gravel roads make a logging truck’s daily commute long and treacherous. It rains more than 200 days of the year, dumping 10 to 12 feet of rainfall.

Brisk winds from the nearby Pacific Coast add another degree of difficulty. Despite all these obstacles, Dahlgren Logging Inc. has harvested timber here in the mountains and canyons for nearly 60 years.

Headquartered in the small town of Forks, Washington, Dahlgren Logging was founded in the early 1960s by Joel and Ingrid Dahlgren. Today, four generations of Dahlgrens keep the company humming.

Pete Dahlgren runs the company now, with family members involved every step of the way, from the logging site to the office. The operation runs like clockwork, cutting and hauling 17,000 truckloads of logs each year from private landowners. And at 88 years old, Joel can still be found outdoors putting

in a full day’s work.

When early settlers harvested timber near Forks nearly 100 years ago, they used teams of oxen. Nowadays, the heavy lifting is done by logging equipment with powerful engines. Dahlgren Logging has a full arsenal of equipment at its disposal. “We can tackle just about any job. We’ve got a crew of 40, along with logging trucks, loaders, bulldozers, and eight yarder towers. We’re actually one of the few tower loggers left,” says Pete Dahlgren.

High-wire Performance

Capable of hauling a 150-foot, five-ton tree from more than 5,000 feet away, the Berger-manufactured tower yarder is a true force in the forest, making logging and timber transportation easier for Dahlgren Logging.

Weighing in at 160,000 lbs. and towering 110 feet above the forest floor, Dahlgren’s Berger M2R yarder tower is the second-largest in the world. This heavy-duty machine is

equipped with a backup camera system, a 48,000-lb. tower that extends from 78 feet to 110 feet high, and a main cable drum that houses 5,000 feet of 1 3/8-inch diameter cable. The tower is key for Dahlgren’s operation, and when it came time for a repower, a Detroit Diesel Series 60 engine from MTU distributor Pacific Power Group was the top choice.

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“We’ve got 13 loaders that run on the Series 60—and most of them are factory remanufactured. We’ve been pleased with their performance. So, we decided to switch to the Series 60 for our yarder tower,” says Pete Dahlgren.

Hauling heavy trees from the forest requires an engine that can handle heavy stress and long operational hours, making Series 60 engines from Pacific Power Group perfect for the job. The engine’s reliable performance and superior construction make them well suited to challenging conditions. The 630 HP Series 60 remanufactured engine selected for this yarder tower provides the performance, smooth operation, low maintenance, and extreme power and torque that’s required for logging the tough terrain around Forks, Washington.

Off to a Flying Start

The repowered yarder tower has been hard at work in the forest since January 2017. Recently Joe Grycko from Pacific Power put it through its paces and analyzed its engine data.

“This is quite a step up. When the yarder throttles up to fourth gear, running 18002000 rpms, those logs are flying up the hill at 60 mph on those cables. The cable drum spins at a very high rate of speed with the new drivetrain,” says Grycko. “The original transmission was a Berger 3-speed only. Now, they have a 6-speed Allison transmission provided by UST and much Dahlgren Logging decided to repower the Berger M2R yarder tower with a Detroit Deisel Series 60 engine from MTU distributor Pacific Power Group.

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Early Years of Berger Tower

The Berger towers go back to 1950, when Berger built the first portable logging spar for Allum Brothers in Eugene, Oregon. Two years later Berger built a second portable yarding spar, which attracted a lot of attention.

In 1953, Berger pioneered the lattice-design towner and the next year built the first 90-foot Porta-Tower. By 1956, the company was building the first 100-foot Porta Tower and in 1962 came out with the cylindrical telescoping tower.

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In addition, this machine has a unique cooling package provided

by Hart Radiators in Longview, Washington, that incorporates a state-of-the-art hydraulic driven fan. This system uses a micro-processor that will reverse the fan blade direction under operation that keeps the logging debris and dust cleaned out of the fins on the radiator, which in turn lengthens the service time for this component.

It also varies the speed of the fan depending on cooling requirement, all across the J1939 data link from the engine.

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Gryko has the highest praise for the Dahlgrens. “They were the real force behind this project. This yarder has been “flying” logs out of the deep canyons of the Olympic Peninsula for the last year at a record pace with absolutely no issues, which is one hell of an accomplishment of a rebuild by a local logging family.”

“Logging is not a straight line. We go up a hill, then down a hill. When there’s a slowdown in any part of that process, you’re not making any money,” says Dahlgren. “The yarder tower is our most important piece of equipment. Now, it’s bringing the wood up the hill much faster. Our landing site gets buried in logs, and we can barely get enough trucks up there to carry them away. It’s doing what it needs to do, and doing it well.”

Grycko adds, “Dahlgren’s Logging has been making daylight since 1966 with an incredible machine that was built a long time ago, and will live on!”

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Man on a Mission Todd Smith’s love of old logging equipment

By Paul MacDonald

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odd Smith, who lives in British Columbia’s Fraser Valley just east of Vancouver, has taken on the mission of photographing and taking videos of old logging equipment, which has been fast-disappearing in recent years due to high scrap prices overseas.

For years, Smith has been ranging around

the backroads and logging roads on the B.C. Coast. At first, it was for his own interest, but with the Internet, he now posts photos and videos to his YouTube site, www.youtube. com/user/skadill. He has over 1200 videos on his site and adds a new video every week.

Started Young

Smith had an interest in heavy equipment at a young age. He recalls being into heavy

equipment during high school—rather than the usual bikini pin-ups most guys had in their lockers, “I had heavy equipment pictures in my locker. Nobody really got it.”

Once he was old enough, Todd started working with his dad, Ken, who had a logging business through the late-1980s and early-1990s. “I thought it was the greatest thing, being out on some acreage clearing it.

A logging truck would come on site, and I’d be all eyes watching it getting loaded with logs.”

Smith ran skidder, hoe chucked, bid on jobs, ran a sawmill with his dad, and loaded the logging trucks. He also logged, working as a faller, sometimes taking down trees that were nine feet across.

True to his interest in equipment, Smith can quickly recall what their equipment was: a John Deere 540A line skidder and a Timberjack 404 skidder, which was picked up second-hand in Chehalis, Wash. “The Timberjack had one of those Esco 510 grapples on the back—we thought we had gone to heaven when we didn’t have to set chokers anymore.”

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From there, Todd and Ken purchased some small sawmills to try and add value to some of the hardwood logs they were taking down. They set the mills up on a paved site in Maple Ridge, about 45 kilometres west of Vancouver. They had a D&L Double Cut sawmill and a TimberPro (now Timberwolf ) band saw.

“We were just a small-volume producer.

We’d cut a truckload of wood a day—but in addition to the wood we were harvesting, we had to compete with Northwest for wood— it was all we could do to find wood and buy it,” recalls Smith.

Smith says the economics were just not there, and eventually, they got out of the mill side.

Smith now runs a rental equipment business; he has about 16 pieces of equipment, from mini-excavators to full-size excavators.

He does a lot of the maintenance work on the equipment from a small shop in Mission.

But his passion for B.C.’s logging industry remains strong.

Twenty Years of Photographs

Smith has been taking pictures of older equipment for more than 20 years. “Before the age of the Internet and YouTube, I was kind of on my own.”

Now, on his YouTube site, he has hundreds of videos of old logging equipment.

Each Friday, he posts a new video on the site and usually gets a quick 1,000 visits from people who are eager to see his latest equipment find.

Smith has stepped up his efforts in recent years, as older logging equipment has been scooped up for scrap. “What really sparked things is the price of scrap has gone up a lot over the last five years,” he says.

“And once it’s gone, it’s gone.”

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Congress Passes Western Oregon Tribal Fairness Act

AFRC reported that Congress sent H.R. 1306, the Western Oregon Tribal Fairness Act to President Trump for his signature. The bipartisan bill sponsored by Congressman DeFazio and cosponsored by Congressman Walden contains three separate titles, each with important implications to forest management in Western Oregon.

Title I will place approximately 17,519 acres of public land in Oregon in trust for the benefit of the Cow Creek Band of the Umpqua Tribe. A substantial amount of this acreage is currently part of the statutorily unique O&C Lands managed by the BLM. The Secretary of the Interior will be required to reclassify an equal amount of public domain land as O&C Lands to ensure “no net loss” in total O&C acreage.

Title II will place approximately 14,742 acres of public land in trust for the benefit of the Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians. A large portion of the designated acreage is currently part of the O&C Lands managed by the BLM. Identical to Title I, the bill requires

Bandit Industries to Celebrate 35th Anniversary in 2018

Bandit Industries will spend all of 2018 celebrating its 35th anniversary at its midMichigan facility, with a world-wide dealer network and many thousands of customers spanning multiple industries.

“Thirty-five years is a long time to be in business,” said Bandit President and coowner Jerry Morey. “That’s why we’re going

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the secretary to reclassify an equal amount of public domain lands as O&C Lands located in the vicinity of the land conveyed to the tribe.

Title III of H.R. 1306 clarifies that management of Coquille Forest in Coos County, Oregon, must be on equal footing with all other federally recognized tribes. Currently, management of the Coquille Tribe’s forest lands is subject to the standards and guidelines of nearby and adjacent forest plans — including the Northwest Forest Plan.

AFRC offers its congratulations to the Cow Creek Umpqua Tribe, the Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians, the Coquille Tribe, and the Oregon Congressional Delegation for a major legislative victory.

AF&PA Identifies Top 2018 Advocacy Priorities

The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) announced its top 2018 advocacy priorities that include free and fair trade, transportation efficiencies, regulatory process reforms, and government policies that respect market

to take some time in 2018 to appreciate where we’ve been, what we’ve accomplished, and how we want to keep innovating and evolving — for our employees, for our customers, and for our industry.”

Bandit Industries started out as Foremost Fabrications in a small one-room shop by Mike Morey Sr. and Diane Morey. The first chipper was a Model 100 Brush Bandit.

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dynamics for paper-based products. The association will pursue them as it supports the pulp, paper, packaging, and wood products industry’s ability to grow the economy and create American manufacturing jobs.

“Enactment of historic comprehensive tax reform sets a welcome stage for AF&PA to focus on key 2018 advocacy priorities that will further our industry’s ability to boost the economy and create jobs and opportunity for all Americans,” said AF&PA President and CEO Donna Harman. “Free and fair trade policy, efficient transportation measures, systemic regulatory process reforms, and policies that respect market place competition and consumer choice for paper-based products rank high on our list. We are eager to continue working with the Administration and Congress and state governments to advance shared goals that will open the door for our companies to invest, innovate, and compete at home and around the globe. With more than 900,000 employees in rural and urban communities across 45 states, we are one of the largest manufacturing sectors in the nation with an ability to thrive with the support of forward-thinking public policy.”

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backed by their commitment to quality and their customers. It became so popular in the industry that most people knew Foremost Fabrications as “Bandit,” so in 1986, they took the name officially as Bandit Industries.

Today, more than 60,000 Bandit machines are in use all around the world, and more than 200 dealer locations serve customers on six continents.

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John Deere TimberOffice Data Transfer App

John Deere announced its new TimberOffice Data Transfer (TODT) app, a free smartphone application available for iOS or Android devices, which simplifies data transfer from forestry machines to the office. The app, now available for Cut-toLength forestry machines, allows the user to secure production and work statistics, even when used in a working environment with weak or nonexistent mobile service.

“We wanted to provide a solution that allows users to easily transfer the data they need to successfully manage their business — even

when working outside of cellular service,” said Matt Flood, John Deere ForestSight product manager. “TimberOffice Data Transfer turns a smartphone into a temporary storage device that automatically transfers the data when cellular connectivity is re-established.”

Use of the TODT app, developed exclusively for John Deere customers, simply requires users to plug a TODT Wi-Fi device into their TimberMatic measuring and control system, creating a connection between the app and the machine. Once the connection is established, data is transferred to the mobile device with a single touch. www.

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Bandit’s BTC-300 Track Carrier

Bandit Industries unveiled the BTC-300 track carrier in 2017, kicking off a new track carrier line that will include additional machines in the future.

The cab is comfortable and quiet, making it easy to put a full day of work at the controls. The 10-way adjusting air-ride captain’s chair positions all the controls with easy reach. And bulletproof-grade glass eliminates the need for metal safety bars, so the BTC-300 offers the best visibility among the competition, all while still maintaining FOPS/ROPS/OPS safety standards.

Maintenance components are easily accessible, most from the ground or built-in platforms. Hydraulic pumps are easily accessible, and separate hydraulic systems operate the tracks and the mower head.

The BTC-300 rides on a powerful CAT 315 steel tracks, allowing superior ground clearance. Engine options are available from John Deere, Cat and Volvo up to 321 horsepower. www.banditchippers.com

John Deere Intelligent Boom Control to Harvesters

John Deere now offers Intelligent Boom Control (IBC) on its 1270G Harvester in North America. A first in the harvester category, IBC provides operators with increased accuracy and productivity — bringing harvester capabilities to a whole new level.

IBC is available exclusively for the CH7 boom with 32.8 feet and 38.4 feet reaches on the 1270G models. With IBC, the operator controls only the harvester head while the system takes care of the boom’s movement.

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Loggers Don’t Care

By Ken Boness

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ou and I do our morning hygiene routines absentmindedly, our thoughts drifting to what the day might hold, what yesterday held, and what tomorrow might bring. Today my thoughts are on continuing to move equipment onto this winter’s logging site about sixty miles south of Lake Superior and knocking the air out of the snow on the road so it will freeze and support logging trucks. There was a recent morning when my thoughts were not as pleasant. Not nearly.

Although I am not an avid—or even mild—radio listener, my normal routine is to get my radio fix for the day by playing the bathroom radio while I am in there.

My primary purpose is to catch up on news, particularly international, national, and state.

Tuned to public radio, I listen to (or ignore) whatever programming is on while awaiting the next newscast. On this particular day, ignoring was out of the question because two topics that interest me—logging and forest fires—were interwoven in the dialogue.

Although I continue to oversee timber harvests, I no longer personally own any logging equipment other than an armful of chainsaws. Although I have fought a few forest fires while employed by the U. S. Forest Service that, too, is a thing of my past. Gone, but certainly not forgotten, for the logistics, the strategies, the variety of equipment, and methods still hold my interest.

The particular public radio segment I was listening to focused on the horrid fires western states have hosted this year. The destruction was being discussed by two men and a hostess. She was doing quite well, spurring responses by posing solid and reasonable questions. I cannot describe all of the answers with similar adjectives.

The younger of the two men had a pet— and memorized—response when discussing what could have been done to reduce the number of lost structures. Removing flammable biomass is the natural answer but this bozo couldn’t let it rest there. Within a span of mere minutes I heard him repeatedly pronounce that, “Loggers aren’t interested in saving homes. They don’t care. They just want to log big patches of trees.” In a moment, the guest repeated the foregoing sentences, practically verbatim. And as soon as an opportunity arose, he vocalized those thoughts yet another time or two.

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That is when I silenced the radio for my own safety: I was shaving.

A short distance behind my home is a basswood (or American Linden) tree that is over-mature and not as sound as it used to be. I could fell it for I have chainsaws large enough and bars long enough to tip the old tree over. No thank you; within its reach is both a structure and a powerline. I want someone with the right insurance to do the job. I want someone who can take this tree apart from the top down if necessary. I want a professional arborist, not a logger.

The dude on the radio apparently didn’t understand the difference between arborists and loggers. That loggers aren’t equipped to work on lawns and clean up the twigs and smooth the landscape afterward. That a logger’s setup isn’t as nimble to relocate as is an arborist’s. That the two endeavors are quite dissimilar.

Okay, so the guy is uninformed or chooses to accept the differences. What really burned my fanny was the insinuation that loggers could not care less that homes, garages, stables, and vineyards were destroyed.

And lives with them. “Loggers don’t care,” dripped from his lips.

“You fool,” I thought as my finger punched the “Off ” button, all the while saying a prayer that somehow Public Radio would be notified that they had lost a listener.

Perhaps this screwball will again be on the air. I would have called in that day had a commitment not loomed. It would be lovely

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if the circumstances were different and I would again hear that phrase. He deserves to know what a sweet guy I am and how caring you are.

I served in the military, and I understand the freedoms I had a hand in protecting. His freedom of speech is no less than mine nor no greater. The fact that he wasn’t representing the facts fairly indicated that he either didn’t know or chose to ignore, having a bias against people like you and me.

On this day, a window of opportunity wasn’t open for me. The phrase, “Too bad, so sad,” is not an option. Being invited to compose this column is a window that did open, and I have relayed this scenario on the pages of another logging publication, as well.

We all need to seize opportunities—written, oral, however—to set the record straight and explain the role of loggers in a reasonable manner. Danny Dructor, a spokesperson for American Loggers Council and an acquaintance of mine, comes to mind. Not all of us have Danny’s passion but all of us have sufficient knowledge of our industry to represent it. Even to one person who is not part of the logging world; every little bit helps.

A Chinese proverb states that, “The longest journey starts with a single step.” ‘Tis time to start walking.

Ken Boness is still involved in timber harvesting and is a writer for TimberWest Magazine.

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X870D/LX870D

CONFIDENCE BY DESIGN. Fuel efficient and powerful, the 870D series feller bunchers provide skilled operators with the machine performance required to tackle the most challenging terrain.

Tigercat’s ER technology and closed loop drive system delivers unmatched speed and response. The rock solid leveling base and longer track frames provide excellent stability on steep slopes.

An upgraded cab offers better visibility with expanded sight lines. The optimally positioned skyVIEW and rearVIEW camera systems allow for maximum visibility and productivity.

Contact your Tigercat dealer today to learn more.

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