Beginner Chainsaw Skills Workshop- November 9th and 10th

Due to recent storm damage, many folks have debris, limbs, and trees on property that need to be safely removed. This free workshop is designed to introduce chainsaw safety and best management practices for safely cleaning up debris for those of all skill levels including beginners or those with little or no experience running a chainsaw. Included in this workshop is both a classroom portion of the day, as well as hands-on training that will allow you to practice these techniques onsite. All equipment will be provided at the workshop, so just bring yourself (and a lunch!). Register for the class online.

Location of training workshop: You may choose one of two sessions:November 9th:
  • Classroom Instruction- 9:00am-11:30am
  • Lunch break (bring your own lunch!)- 11:30am-12:00pm
  • Hands-On Practice Option 1- 12:00pm-2:30pm
  • Hands-On Practice Option 2- 3:00pm-5:30pm

November 10th:
  • Classroom Instruction- 9:00am-11:30am
  • Lunch Break (Bring your own lunch!)- 11:30-12:00pm
  • Hands-On Practice-12:00pm-2:30pm
Questions? Call our office at 828-255-5522 or you may email Jameson Boone at jdboone3@ncsu.edu.

Other Resources:

Crisis Chainsaw Safety Review Video

Working Safely with a Chainsaw-OSHA Factsheet