72nd OREGON LOGGING CONFERENCE
Presents the
Logging, Construction, Trucking and Heavy Equipment Expo
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 4, 2010
CONTACTS:
Rikki Wellman, Oregon Logging Conference, (541) 954-2477, rikki@oregonloggingconference.com
Amber Williamson, The Ulum Group, (541) 913-1087, awilliamson@ulum.com
2010 Oregon Logging Conference Schedule Announced,
"Forest Biomass...Fuel of the Future?" is this year's theme
Skilled log loader operators sought for the conference's first annual log loader operator competition
Eugene, Ore. - Towering heavy equipment and forestry professionals from across the world will once again return to the Lane Events Center in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 25 through 27, for the 72nd Oregon Logging Conference. The conference, renown for its high-quality educational opportunities and networking events, is a great value to participants who have the opportunity to earn nine professional logger credits and eight SAF-CFE credits, view the logging, construction, trucking and heavy equipment and enjoy several networking opportunities over three days for just $85.
This year's theme, "Forest Biomass...Fuel of the Future?," will be discussed at conference educational seminars and during the keynote address given by Nate Clark, director of public affairs for John Deere's Construction and Forestry Division and John Deere Power Systems.
New to the conference this year is the first annual log loader operator competition. The event will put skilled log loader operators against each other in an exciting timed competition. The top three competitors over the two days of competition will receive prize money.
"This year's conference is packed with unique opportunities for forestry professionals to increase their knowledge, kick some tires and see some of the latest technology and equipment on the market," says Ed Hendrix, 2010 Oregon Logging Conference president. "We understand that many in our industry are currently facing difficult economic challenges and have responded to those realities by ensuring that our attendees receive the greatest value for their registration fee, offering outstanding educational networking opportunities and the largest heavy equipment expo west of the Mississippi River."
Also new this year to the conference, all indoor exhibitors will be under one roof in the Convention Center, making it easier for attendees to see all of the displays in one location and more convenient for attending educational seminars and food vendors. In addition, the Sawdust Bowl will be located in the Convention Center lobby. This popular networking event includes hosted beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages.
To register for the conference or to view more information, visit the Oregon Logging Conference Web site, www.oregonloggingconference.com, or call (514) 686-9191.
Following is the complete 2010 Oregon Logging Conference schedule:
Wednesday, Feb. 24 - Hilton Eugene & Conference Center
5 to 8 p.m. Registration
Meet and Greet event, hosted beer
Oregon Women in Timber preview of auction items
Thursday, Feb. 25 - Lane Events Center
7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration, Convention Center Lobby
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Equipment displays open*
*New this year: indoor exhibit displays will be located under one roof in the Convention Center
7 to 8:30 a.m. Opening Session Breakfast, Wheeler Pavilion
9 a.m. Meeting called to order, Wheeler Pavilion
2010 OLC's president address by Ed Hendrix
Opening prayer- Bob Luoto
Welcome from the Eugene Chamber of Commerce
Greetings, Pacific Logging Congress 2010 President Craig Olson
Keynote address by Nate Clark of John Deere
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Chain Saw Wood Carver Ryan Anderson, outside demonstration area
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. View equipment displays
1 p.m. Meeting called to order, Wheeler Pavilion - Forest Practices Operator of the Year presentation
2 p.m. Educational seminar: What's New in Biomass, Wheeler Pavilion
"Chip Drying Trailer," Randy Hill, APT Advanced Trailer Equipment
"Renewable Stump to Power," Mike Schmidt, John Deere
"Forwarder/Chipper," Dick Benson, Fecon
"Forwarder with a Load Flex System & Mobile Chipper on a Forwarder - Biomass Harvesting in Sweden," Dave Wellman, Komatsu Forest
"Fuel Puck or Log Pressed from Wood Biomass for Coal Alternative," Wayne Winkler, C.F. Nielson, Briquetting Solutions
3 to 5 p.m. OLC Log Loader Operator Competition, outside display area
5 to 6 p.m. Sawdust Bowl, hosted beer and wine, Convention Center Lobby
Friday, Feb. 26 - Lane Events Center
6:30 to 8 a.m. Hosted breakfast, Wheeler Pavilion
7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration, Convention Center Lobby
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Equipment displays open
8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Oregon Forest Practices Seminar: Spill Prevention and Response, Wheeler Pavilion
Get Prepared for Spills:
"Why Spill Prevention is Important to Landowners," Dave Hampton, Hampton Tree Farms
"Introducing a 'Spill Management Plan' for Contractors," Rex Storm, Associated Oregon Loggers
"Petroleum and Chemical Use: Forest Regulations," Brad Knotts, Oregon Department of Forestry
Product Experts Lend Advice:
"Spill Response Products: Spill Kits and More," Terry Maves, Spill Control, Inc.
"Petroleum Practices: Fuel Product Handling, Storage and Clean-up," Bill Miller, Tyree Oil, Inc., and Greg Jack, Lane Rural Fire/Rescue
8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Washington Forest Practices Seminar, Northwest Meeting Room
"Forest Practices Act - How Will the Department of Natural Resources Enforce the New Rules?" David Boyd, Hancock Forest Management
"Managing Road Systems and Data: A High Tech Solution," Marty Brooks, Weyerhaeuser Co.
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Chain Saw Wood Carver Ryan Anderson, outside demonstration area
9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Educational Seminar #1, "Stewardship Timber Sales," Mike Daugherty, U.S. Forest Service Region 6, Portland, Ore., Southwest Meeting Room
10:45 to 11:45 a.m. Repeat of Educational Seminar #1
10:45 to 11:45 a.m. Educational Seminar #2, "Green Building Trends in the U.S.," Jason Metnick, senior director, market access and product labeling, Sustainable Forestry Initiative Inc., Washington, D.C., Southeast Meeting Room
11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Exhibitor Hands-on Seminar, "Equipment Maintenance for Tier IV Emissions," Jim Carter, manager of technical center and Rob Topel, new products engineer, Papé Machinery, Papé, Inc. outside tent display
12:15 to 1:15 p.m. Repeat of Educational Seminar #2
12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Exhibitor Hands-on Seminar, "Safe Forestry," Eric Daws, environmental health and safety coordinator, and Mike Coiner, forest products business facilitator, Peterson Machinery, Peterson Machinery's outside tent display
1 to 2 p.m. Educational Seminar #3, "Winch-ology 101," Bob Peterson, president, Allie Power Products, Southwest Meeting Room
1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Oregon Forest Practices Seminar: Fire Regulation Performance and Modernizing, Wheeler Pavilion
Fire Regulation Performance and Modernizing:
"Fire Liability: Who's Responsible," Dan Shults, Oregon Department of Forestry
"Fire Prevention Compliance Results and Trends," Dave Lorenz, Oregon Department of Forestry
"Forest Protection Directors for Landowners," Mike Dykzeul, Oregon Forest Industries Council
"Changing Technology to Protect Forests," Rex Storm, Associated Oregon Loggers
Panel Discussion: "Modernizing Forum: Improving Tomorrow's Fire Protection"
1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Washington Forest Practices Seminar, Northwest Meeting Room
"New Strategies for Engineering Stream Buffers to Meet New DFC Rules," Rob Fancher, engineering manager, and Kyle Williams, forest engineer, Rayonier Forest Resource, Hoquiam, Wash.
"Amphibians and Forest Management and Created Snags," A.J. Kroll, wildlife research biologist, Western timberlands research and development, Weyerhaeuser, Federal Way, Wash.
2 to 3 p.m. Exhibitor Hands-on Seminar, "Roadside Inspection Updates, Logbook vs Time Card and Driver Qualification Records," Ken Norwood and Sue Combs, Oregon Department of Transportation, General Trailer's outside tent display
2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Educational Seminar #4, "New On-Road Emissions Regulations Effective January 2010," Clint O'Neil, Detroit Diesel Products, Southwest Meeting Room
3 to 5 p.m. OLC Log Loader Operator Competition, outside display area
5 to 6 p.m. Sawdust Bowl, hosted beer and wine, Convention Center lobby
Friday Social Events - Hilton Eugene & Conference Center
12:30 to 3 p.m. Ladies' Desserts for Dreams charity event for the Gales Creek Diabetic Camp for Children
6 p.m. Oregon Women in Timber Talk About Trees Fundraiser Live Auction and Dinner (no host reception)
Saturday, Feb. 27 - Lane Events Center
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. All exhibits open to the public
Family Fun and Education Displays, Wheeler Pavilion
High School Forestry Skills Competition, outside display area
Chain Saw Wood Carver Ryan Anderson, outside demonstration area
