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MEDIA ADVISORY
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September 13, 2007 |
Release No. MFO-10-07 |
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Scott Noble |
phone: | (906) 481-1097 (614) 497-9580 (304) 285-1596 |
E-mail: | scott@nobleforestry.com mindy@ohioforest.org dwanner@fs.fed.us |
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Hocking College to Offer Training Session for Loggers
MORGANTOWN, WVa—Hocking College will join the Ohio Forestry Association and the U.S. Forest Service to host a 2-day training session September 20 and 21 to teach loggers how to make better decisions when bucking up logs.
Bucking is the process of cutting trees into various log lengths. The training session will present the Hardwood Value Improvement Program (HVIP). The HVIP course covers hardwood defects, log grading and scaling, and expert bucking techniques to maximize log value. Although the course focuses on outdoor applications, an indoor component of the training includes using the HW (hardwood) Buck computer simulator. This simulator lets participants practice bucking techniques on realistic-looking logs and determine optimal log values.
Loggers who use the techniques demonstrated in the course can increase the value of logs by 20 percent or more. Those attending the course will become certified HVIP trainers who can then present the training to logging industry professionals in their area.
Program goals include maintaining the economic competitiveness of hardwood industries, bringing information and technology to existing and emerging businesses involved in wood products, and encouraging the adoption of new technology to improve competitiveness and profitability.
WHO: Scott Noble, Head Forester of Noble Forestry; provides natural resource services specializing in the application of technology to improve performance and stewardship.
WHAT: Certified Hardwood Value Improvement Program Training.
WHEN: September 20 and 21, 2007.
WHERE: Hocking College, Natural Resource Building, 3301 Hocking Parkway, Nelsonville, OH 45764.