Cornell University is offering several sessions of the "game of
logging" level 1, 2 & 3 chain saw safety classes in May and June at
the Arnot Forest.
No prior experience with a chain saw is needed for Level 1. Classes
are designed for private forest owners, firewood cutters, and
homeowners who want to gain a more thorough knowledge and practical,
hands-on experience with safety and productivity using a chain saw.
Level I includes: Using and maintaining safety equipment, safety
features of the saw, how to hold and handle a saw safely to reduce
fatigue, understanding parts of a tooth for sharpening, understanding
the reactive forces of a running chain saw. Learn the proper way to
do a bore-cut. Participants learn the mechanics and physics of hinge
wood, directional felling to a plan, and how to identify the lean in a tree.
Registration is limited to 10 per class, first come.
You may read more about the classes, fees, print out a registration
form to mail, or register online with a credit card at:
http://www2.dnr.cornell.edu/ext/forestconnect/GOL.html
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