April 2020 Issue
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Vol. 4 Issue 10
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In this issue:
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esolutions adopted at the 82
nd
Annual OLC, a reminder that the Oregon Logging Conference Foundation scholarship application deadline is extended to May 15
th
, and even during these uncertain times, planning is underway for the 83
rd
Annual OLC.
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Oregon Logging Conference Board of Directors
Start Planning For the 83
rd
Annual
Oregon Logging Conference
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How the world has changed since the 82
nd
Annual Oregon Logging Conference (OLC) was held in February of this year. As we look back, the OLC is extremely grateful to everyone who contributed to the success of that annual gathering.
Looking to next year we realize that the uncertainties that exist now, and in the future will have an impact on our show, although at this point it is not known just exactly how.
We will plan the 83
rd
Annual OLC in a way that provides the best opportunity to continue the success of our event, while at the same time, adapting to the new “normal,” whatever that might look like.
As we plan the 83
rd
Annual OLC, we hope to offer the same seminars and panel discussions on important current issues, the many social events including the meet and greet, breakfasts, and Friday night dinner dance, and the largest logging, construction, trucking, and heavy equipment show west of the Mississippi.
At least, that’s our plan, and
YOU
fit into that plan…because with out
YOU
there is no
OLC
. We really appreciate and can’t thank you enough to all who have given and are continuing to give your support to the Oregon Logging Conference.
We are all in this together, not just now as we navigate this health crisis, but always. We have not lost that connection during this time, we have just learned new ways to express it. In fact, our connection with each other has been strengthened. We look forward to the time when we can all be together again in person.
The dates for the
83
rd
Annual Oregon Logging Conference are February 25 – 27, 2021
, to take place at the Lane Event Center and Fairgrounds in Eugene, OR. Mark your calendar and watch for updates and more information in future issues of
OLC NEWS.
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Drone photo of the 2020 Equipment Show - Click on Photo to View Video
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May 15, 2020 is Oregon Logging Conference Foundation Scholarship Application Deadline
The original April 1, 2020 deadline has been extended to May 15, 2020 for submitting a scholarship application to the Oregon Logging Conference Foundation (OLCF). The five-page application must be completed and returned to the OLCF office in Eugene (mailing address is P.O. Box 10669, Eugene, OR 97440)
Scholarships are available to students who are studying logging and forestry related subjects, such as forest engineering, forest management, forest operations/management, resource management, diesel mechanics, heaving equipment maintenance and operations, and welding.
Previous year scholarship recipients are eligible to reapply but must submit a new application. Both two year and four year scholarships are available.
Scholarship applications will be reviewed by an OLCF committee and recipients selected will be notified be email in June of this year, as well as be highlighted in the July edition of
OLC NEWS.
Proceeds (which totaled more than $29,000) from the recent OLCF auction held at the 82
nd
Annual Oregon Logging Conference in February have been added to the scholarship fund. A special thank you to all donors and bidders at this year’s auction!
THE OLCF is a 501(c)3 charitable foundation which awards scholarships ranging from $750 to $3,000 annually. The scholarships are sent directly to the recipient’s school for deposit into the student’s account, to help cover costs of tuition and books. All donations to OLCF are tax deductible. The OLCF tax ID # is 45-5045072.
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Resolutions on Cap and Trade,
Citizen Driven Initiatives, and Marbled Murrelet
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Each year the Oregon Logging Conference adopts resolutions that apply to current issues of importance. This year three resolutions were adopted at the 82
nd
Annual OLC in Eugene, OR. This article summarizes the three adopted resolutions. The full text of each resolution is available on the Oregon Logging Conference website.
Click here
.
Resolution # 1 Cap and Trade System to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions. This resolution opposes the Oregon Legislature creating a cap and trade proposal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions based on the fact the Oregon represents an imperceptible amount of greenhouse gas emissions in the United States and throughout the world.
This resolution states that an Oregon Cap and Trade program would increase costs for businesses, create winners and losers economically, and put Oregon industries at a competitive disadvantage, as well as result in rising prices on most consumer goods due to the rising cost of energy and fuel.
Resolution # 2 Citizen Driven Initiatives that would Impact Forest Practices and Policy, Circumventing Science and Best Practices. This resolution opposes citizen drive initiatives, specifically those rooted in political agenda that would negatively impact years of science base forest practices and related policies.
This resolution states that forest policy should not be dictated by a citizen initiative nor a citizen legislature and that current forest practices and policies in Oregon are developed by professionals, based on science, research, best practices, and practical, proven application.
Resolution # 3 Listing of the Marbled Murrelet on Oregon’s Endangered Species List. This resolution opposes the Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission’s consideration of up-listing the marbled Murrelet from threatened to endangered on the state endangered species list. In 2019 after a five-year study the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) decided not to up-list the marbled murrelet from threatened to endangered.
This resolution states that conservation goals can be achieved without an endangered species listing, and that such a listing does not take into account studies done by USFWS and U.S. Forest Service between 2000 and 2018 showing the marbled murrelet population in Oregon growing by 1.8% per year.
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Photos of the 2020 Oregon Logging Conference Machinery Exhibits, Education Programs and Program Sessions
Photos by Mary Bullwinkel
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11th Log Loader Competition
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Folks Enjoying a Break Between Meetings
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3rd Annual Future Forestry Workers Career Day (FFWCD)
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Students Learn About Wood Products Industry
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Students Learn About Wildland Fire Fighting from Miller Timber Sevices Staff
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Small Booth Exhibit at
FFWCD Event
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Forestry & Resforestaration
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High School Skill Competition - Over 100 Students Competing
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Students Learn about Heavy Equipment Operation
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Elementary Student Taking Time for a Photo Op
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Students Learn About Safety
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Jill Bell, Weyerhaeuser Hands On with Students
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OLC Director Heidi Leib Talking Forestry to Students
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Elementary Students
Enjoy the Equipment Show
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Students Learning About The Forest
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Happenings And Industry News
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Running Machinery Like A Lady in California.
Read more
Discover fun learning activities for kids! John Deere for Kids is full of activities, videos, and guided curriculum to help kids develop their love of the land.
Read more
The Oregon Forest Resources Institute (OFRI) has been building a library of grade-appropriate resources – each aligned to state education standards – to help teach students about the wonders of the forests throughout our state.
Learn more
Oregon wildfire teams prepare for COVID-19 impacts as state drought deepens.
Read more
Workers in the Wauna toilet paper mill in Clatskanie, Oregon are working long hours to keep our stores filled with necessary paper products. We all appreciate the dedication.
Watch video
More Idaho-produced toilet paper on the way as timber sales deemed essential.
Read more
FRA works to provide the latest information on the impact of COVID-19 on the forest products industry.
Read more
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OREGON LOGGING CONFERENCE
FEBRUARY 25, 26, AND 27, 2021
LANE EVENTS CENTER & FAIRGROUNDS
EUGENE, OREGON
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PUBLISHER / EDITOR / WRITER
Mary Bullwinkel, Freelance
Rikki Wellman, Conference Manager
Office 541.686.9191
Articles and photos are welcome.
Please contact rikki@oregonloggingconference.com If you would like to submit articles or photos.
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Quick Links To
OLC Events
Note: Links will be updated
in July for the 82nd
OLC
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