Overview
The Lower Ottawa Valley chapter of the Ontario Woodlot Association offers a series of chainsaw workshops, targeted progressively from beginners to experienced fellers.
Please note, as we are a 100% volunteer organization, resources are limited, so participants must supply their own chainsaw, and all PPE.
We currently offer the following workshops :
Safety, Maintenance and Sharpening
This course provides a detailed overview of the safe operation of a chainsaw. Also covered is safety equipment, general maintenance and sharpening.
For this course chainsaws, files, gloves, safety glasses are required.
This course provides hands on experience in the safe and efficient use of a chainsaw.
In addition to above, safety boots, helmet, ear protection are necessary, CSA/ANSI approved pants or chaps are mandatory
We offer the opportunity to take the Safety and Operations course on the same day.
This all day course is for those wishing to gain extensive hands-on experience felling trees in the woodlots.
Safety boots, eye protection, helmet with ear protection, gloves, CSA/ANSI approved chaps or pants are mandatory.
Note: At this time, this is not a Certified course.
More details on each course can be found by following the links for each course above.
Also, please refer to the Course Registration and Cancellation Policy for important information.
All participants are expected to follow any Ontario Covid regulations in place at time of course.
For further details, availability and to register, check the Ontario Woodlot Event Calendar.
