83rd Oregon Logging Conference Celebrates the Month of February

February 2021 Issue <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> Vol. 5 Issue 8

In this issue: the traveling sawdust bowl schedule, coming soon to Coos Bay, Philomath, Roseburg and Eugene, Guess the Net Scale goes virtual, professional videos produced for Future Forestry Workers Career Day, and how to earn pro-logger credits by watching the 2021 Oregon Logging Conference pre-recorded seminars

Message from OLC President Scott Melcher

We are and we will get through these challenging times with Family, Friends and Forestry. Little did we, the Oregon Logging Conference, know at the time we selected this theme for the 83^rd Annual OLC, just how relevant it would be. And relevant not just to the OLC, but to our lives and our livelihood.

I really do wish that next week we would be gathering at the Lane Events Center and Fairgrounds in Eugene to celebrate the 2021 Oregon Logging Conference. But in light of the ongoing situation, we are moving forward with an alternate format for a Logging Conference.

This newsletter will highlight some of the new ways that we are celebrating this year. Such as our traveling sawdust bowl. The Melcher family was proud to get this fun started with a limited attendance gathering in Sweet Home on February 5^th. This newsletter includes an article about the traveling sawdust bowls that have already happened (with photos!) and those that are still planned.

The Oregon Logging Conference this year is still offering current topic seminars (all pre-recorded) and an opportunity to earn pro-logger credits. We have just adjusted the format of the OLC this year to fit within the existing restrictions and guidelines. And the plan is to be back to the tradition of previous yeas in 2022. So mark your calendar and save the dates of February 24 - 26, 2022.

In the meantime, please stay safe and healthy with Family, Friends and Forestry.

Traveling Sawdust Bowl Social Gatherings

Usually, the sawdust bowl at the Oregon Logging Conference is a social event for vendors and supporters of the OLC. It takes place in one of the exhibit halls at the Lane Events Center, and provides an opportunity to enjoy a beverage and visit with old and new friends.

This year, three gatherings have been held in the communities of Sweet Home, Seaside, and Medford.

Four more sawdust bowls are planned and all are scheduled to take place from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

February 19 - Walt’s Pourhouse, Coos Bay, OR
February 20 - Dirt Road Brewery, Philomath, OR
February 26 - Backside Brewery, Roseburg, OR
February 27 - Chula’s Mexican Grill & Bar, Eugene, OR

Please join us at these limited attendance, outdoor gatherings, and celebrate our industry and our connections. Check website prior to attending events in case there's a change of location, www.oregonloggingconference.com

2021 Virtual

Guess the Net Scale

This popular Oregon Logging Conference activity will be held virtually this year and is sponsored by Rick Kriege Logging LLC.

Kriege Logging has provided the load of pine logs from the Eastside.

Click on truck photo to view the video.

You will have an opportunity to view the load of logs via the virtual video and submit your guess on this downloadable form. Then submit via fax 855.866.0572, email: program@oregonloggingconference.com or mail: OLC, PO Box 10669, Eugene, OR 97440.

The video will be available for viewing on the OLC website from now through March 7th, 2021.

The lucky winner will receive a $250 gift card from Cabelas sponsored by Rick Kriege Logging LLC, and will be notified on March 12, 2021.

Questions, please call 541-686-9191. Good luck to all guessers!

Pre-Recorded Seminars Available Soon!

Registration will be available starting February 27th for the 83rd OLC Virtual Seminars. For more information visit www.oregonloggingconference.com

Learn How To Earn Pro-Logger Credits

A step-by-step process has been established for watching pre-recorded Oregon Logging Conference seminars and panel discussions and receiving pro-logger credits.

A total of 9 Pro-Logger credits can be earned by watching all five pre-recorded sessions. Three of these credits will be forest practices. These pre-recorded sessions provide valuable opportunities for receiving continuing education on current issues.

Here’s how the procedure works:

Go to https://oregonloggingconference.com/virtual-seminar

topics/ to register and pay a $25 fee to watch ALL pre-recorded seminars/panel discussions.

Once registered, an email will be sent to you which includes dates of

seminars and panel discussions, details and procedures for viewing and a link to the pre-recorded seminars/panel discussions

This email will also include a downloadable credit validation form (quiz

materials), which must be completed after viewing each seminar/panel discussion and returned to Associated Oregon Loggers or your state association.

Pre-recorded seminars and panel discussions are being posted on the Oregon Logging Conference website https://oregonloggingconference.com/virtual-seminar-topics/ and can be viewed until June 30, 2021 to receive credits.

For more information, contact Oregon Logging Conference at (541) 696-9191 or scan QR code.

Now Available

OLC Foundation Scholarship Applications

The Oregon Logging Conference Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications for the 2021-2022 college year. The applications must be received in the OLC Foundation office no later than May 1st, 2021.

The OLC Foundation scholarship program is available to students who are studying in forestry related areas. Scan QR code for more information or click here to download the OLC Foundation scholarship application and guidelines.

OLC Foundation

Future Forestry Worker Career Event Offers Logging Industry Videos

Through a partnership between the Oregon Logging Conference Foundation,

Sweet Home High School and natural resources instructor Blake Manley, a series of videos are being produced which highlight career opportunities in the logging industry.

The first in the series of videos is titled "Explore a Career as a Feller Buncher Operator" and other videos talk about ground-based jobs in logging, manufacturing of the Eagle Carriage and the opportunities in log truck driving.

Other logging/forestry career opportunity videos are in production and will be posted as they become available. Each video will highlight different career opportunities that are currently available in the timber industry.

Visit the Oregon Logging Conference Foundation website to view the videos or scan the QR code above.

The plan is to have next year's 5th Annual Future Forestry Workers Career Day as an in-person event, so reserve this date on your calendar: February 25, 2022. For more information contact 541.686.9191.

Oregon Women In Timber

"Talk About Trees"

Virtual Auction

OWIT will also be hosting a modified version of their auction event to benefit the Talk About Trees program.

There will be no dinner gathering this year, but there will be an online silent auction that will run from February 20-27^th, and a live event on Wednesday, February 24^th and the virtual live auction from February 24-27^th.

For more information scan QR code, visit www.orwit.org or call OWIT at 503.831.1593.

Scan QR Code For Updated Information

These are specific QR codes for events and activities associated with the 2021 Oregon Logging Conference. Each will give you an opportunity to go directly to a web page with information specific to that event/activity. Hold your phone camera over the QR codes and click on the link that appears.