From Stump Regeneration & Squatchberry:
Chainsaw Safety Course:
A Success Story in Sustainable Forestry
September 13th - 14th
&
September 20th - 21st
In Cudlee Creek, South Australia
Welcome to a chainsaw workshop like no other! Hosted by Water Stories students Aaron Stump of Stump Regeneration and Julia Eden of Squatchberry, these workshops cover the safety and operation of chainsaws for the regeneration of landscapes.
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Workshop Description
During this hands-on workshop, you'll learn essential chainsaw techniques, including maintenance, sharpening, felling, and bucking, all while prioritizing safety and regeneration. Over 2 days you’ll be able to put your new skills into practice during a real project. Led by experienced instructor Aaron Stump, you'll gain valuable insights and practical knowledge to manage your own land responsibly and productively.
Before the event, we will ask you to watch a video produced by Stump Regeneration which will be forwarded once payment is sent. Watching this video is a required prerequisite for attendance.
No previous chainsaw experience is necessary. All are welcome!
$450 Early Bird Special still available. Only 8 total places available so secure your spot quickly!
Schedule
June 20th, Friday: Arrive onsite if camping and settle in. Feel free to bring your dinner and join us under the stars around a campfire (weather permitting).
June 21st, Saturday: We begin after breakfast at 9:00 am and will work a mix of class time and hands-on experience until dinner is served at 5:30. Relax and chat with your instructor over a meal.
June 22nd, Sunday: We will spend the majority of the second day working with chainsaws on an actual project of land rehabilitation, beginning again at 9:00 am and working until 5:30.
June 23rd, Monday: All campers are welcome to stay overnight on Sunday with checkout by 9am Monday.
Please note we will be working with large chainsaws, felling real trees, on flat but uneven ground. You will need enough strength to confidently lift and maneuver the chainsaw as well as proper footwear, chaps, and safety glasses. We will also ask you to watch a 2 hour safety training video before attending the workshop.
Volunteer Opportunity
Practice makes perfect, right?
Combined with this workshop we are offering a volunteer opportunity designed to hone your skills and increase your confidence. Based on performance, two promising students may be invited to join us a few weeks later in beautiful Yamhill County at Belle Mare Farm to participate in preventative work.
July 20th - 22nd
What's Included
The topics covered will include:
- Safe Operation of a chainsaw
- Maintenance and care of the machine
- Felling trees
- Bucking material into smaller pieces for use and transport
- Regenerative approaches to woodland maintenance and health
- Practice, practice, practice
Chainsaws are included, though you are welcome to bring your own equipment. We ask that you show up in good working gear with proper fully-enclosed footwear. You will also need to provide your own chaps, ear protection, and a helmet.
If you are travelling from far away and would like to stay on the project site overnight, please contact your host, Nicole at
Registration
This is where our journey begins. Click below to secure your Early Bird Special price of $450, including equipment, meals, and accommodation!