The MN Women's Woodland Network is hosting three workshops geared towards participants with little or no experience with a chainsaw. The principal focus will be on safety; safe posture, safe practices, safe clothing, and safe habits. This workshop will empower women to be comfortable with running a saw and saw knowledge. These are the same workshop, just offered in three different locations. This course is geared towards woodland owners who want to learn the basics of chainsaw safety.
Cost: $175, payable by check or Eventbrite. Payment secures your spot and is refundable (minus Eventbrite fees) until September 20. After that, no refunds—payments will be donated to MNWWN.
Registrants need to be 18 years or older to particpate in workshop.
MNWWN is waiving the registration fee for our chainsaw safety workshops for all members of Tribal nations. This initiative is to honor and recognize Tribal nations and their role as original & current caretakers of the forests.
Limited scholarships available; email info@mnwwn.org with "Preston Chainsaw Workshop" in the subject line to apply. There will be two other workshops at different sites, covering the same content. Please visit mnwwn.org/events for the other events.
Workshop Details:
Dates: October 8-9, 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Limited to 15 participants per session
Focus: Safety practices, posture, clothing, and chainsaw operation for beginners.
Location: Preston, MN
Instructors:
tish carr: Licensed forester and arborist in Maine with over 40 years of experience, specializes in women’s chainsaw safety.
Cheryl Jirik: Founder of Landscape Restoration, Inc., expert in woodland habitat restoration and invasive species control.
Brooke Erickson: Owner of Resilience Landscaping, a small Minneapolis-based company focused on restoring native habitat to urban and suburban areas.
Sessions Include:
PPE review, safety equipment, chainsaw purchase/maintenance, felling techniques, and hands-on practice.
Bring your own chaps, helmet and gloves if you have it; we’ll have some to share. Please do not buy a chainsaw for this event. If you have a gas powered chainsaw, feel free to bring it but there is no need to purchase one. We will go over what to look for when buying a chainsaw.
Extras:
Light refreshments provided.
Lodging is on your own.
More details upon registration.
Questions? Email info@mnwwn.org with "Preston Chainsaw Workshop" in the subject line.
