Sept 15 & 16: Chainsaw Safety Training

All training is held at Upham Woods Outdoor Learning Center (N194 County Rd N. Wisconsin Dells, WI). Trainings are conducted by Forest Safety Instruction.

SAWW I Training

Date Friday, September 15, 2023; 8 am – 4 pm
Description Level 1 provides confidence and safety, learning the chainsaws reactive forces, focusing on open face notching, including pre-planning the fell, bore cutting, as well as understanding the hinge strength. Must be 16 or older. If ages 16-17 you must bring an parent or guardian observer to attend the class with you. Please contact Molly Bodde at bodde@wisc.edu with questions.
Price $130
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SAWW II Training

Date Saturday, September, 16, 2023 8am -4pm
Description Level one is a pre-requisite to attending this training. Level 2 provides a focus on applying basic maintenance techniques to achieve maximum chainsaw performance such as filing techniques and carburetor adjustments. More Felling techniques and assessments are practiced and limbing and bucking techniques are introduced. Must be 16 or older. If ages 16-17 you must bring an parent or guardian observer to attend the class with you. Please contact Molly Bodde at bodde@wisc.edu with questions.
Price $130
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