This course is certified through the Safety and Woods Working (SAWW) training program and is part of a four-level series designed to increase safety and efficiency of chainsaw use.
Participants in Level 1 training will spend part of the morning in the classroom, and at least 5 hours outside practicing techniques to operate chainsaws safely, comfortably and productively. Topics covered include personal protective equipment (PPE), body mechanics, chainsaw safety features, the chain and the cutter tooth, reactive forces, planning and executing tree felling, intro to limbing, and bucking. Level I introduces the participant to bore cutting and open face felling, and develops the mechanics to execute these techniques. Hands-on training gives participants the opportunity to fell at least one tree.
Instructor Luke Saunders is a Forester with Adaptive Restoration LLC, a SAWW-certified trainer, and experienced sawyer and horse-logger.
Date: October 15, 2022
Time: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Ages: Adults only
Location: Rural Viroqua
Materials Fee: None
Lunch will be provided
**Sliding Scale Course Fee Guidelines (not including Lunch or Materials Fees)**
**Supporter Level Ticket: $200**
**Sustainer Level Ticket: $175**
**Supported Level Ticket: $150**