Upcoming events
National Forest Week
National Forest Week is held in the United States every year during the second week in July.
Introduction to Grading Hardwood Lumber
This 4-day course allows sawyers and others who work with hardwood learn how to grade lumber. Other short courses will be held throughout the year in different parts of the country.
Buckley Log Show
The Buckley Log Show is a two-day logging competition that takes place in Buckley, Washington. At the end of the second day, an “all-around logger” is selected.
Amboy Territorial Days Celebration
This annual celebration is held during the 2nd full weekend of July in the heart of logging country.
Lumberjack World Championships
This international competition showcases the best sawing, chopping, speed climbing, log rolling, and more! The festival also features live entertainment.
Logger Days Festival
Every year, South Fork, Colorado hosts their Logger Days Festival.
TREETOPIA
Treetopia is a tree industry experience and festival that provides education and fun for the whole family. The 3-day event features demonstrations, classes, games, a kid’s zone, and more!
Forest Products Machinery & Equipment Expo
Touted as, “the event trusted by the sawmilling industry,” those who attend the EXPO will get a close-up look at a variety of equipment, materials, and technology.
NYS Woodsmen's Field Days
New York State (NYS) Woodmen’s Field Days are held each year at the fairgrounds in Boonville as a way to honor the forestry industry.
The Great Lakes Logging & Heavy Equipment Expo
Known as the largest logging and heavy equipment expo in the Midwest, this 3-day event boasts over 300 indoor and outdoor exhibitors. Come see the best of the best in log splitters, portable sawmills, compact logging equipment, and chainsaw carvings. The event is held at the U.P. State Fairgrounds in Escanaba, MI.
Orofino Lumberjack Days
Orofino Lumberjack Days has been taking place since 1947. A carnival, parade, auction, horse pull competition, and log show and contest will take place. Check out their website for the full schedule of events and vendor information.
Timber Processing and Energy Expo
The Timber Processing and Energy Expo is held every other year in Portland, Oregon.
National Lumberjack Day
Every year National Lumberjack Day celebrates one of the hardest workers in the logging industry.
National Hardwood Lumber Association (NHLA) Annual Convention & Exhibit Showcase
The National Hardwood Lumber Association (NHLA) annual convention offers an opportunity to connect with industry leaders and explore cutting-edge products.
Paul Bunyan Show
The Paul Bunyan Show in Lore City, Ohio features products and services through demonstrations and exhibits on the forest industries and natural resources.
Woodworking Machinery & Supply Conference and Expo
WMS is the marketplace for woodworking professionals in wood components, raw materials, cutting tools, portable power tools, and much more. The event is held in Ontario and features 75,000 square feet of exhibit space and over 175 exhibitors. Please see their website for a complete schedule and vendor information.
National Farm Machinery Show
The National Farm Machinery Show features over 800 exhibitors at the largest indoor farm show in the country.
Oregon Logging Conference
This event showcases the latest products in the logging, construction, and heavy equipment industries.
East Coast Sawmilling and Logging Equipment Exposition
Also known as EXPO Richmond, the East Coast Sawmilling and Logging Equipment Exposition takes place each year in Richmond, VA.
Forestry Days
Missoula Forestry Days celebrates the skill and bravery of those who work in the time-honored tradition of logging.
International Woodworking Fair
Considered North America’s #1 global woodworking event, the International Woodworking Fair is held every other year in Atlanta.
Pennsylvania Timber Show
The PA timber show offers many opportunities for hands-on demonstrations, as well as lumber grading demonstrations, a logging competition, chainsaw safety training, and much more.
Northeastern Forest Products Equipment Expo (The Loggers’ Expo)
Featuring around 200 exhibit companies and attracting 7,000 attendees, the Northeastern Forest Products Equipment Expo is one of the largest of its kind.
PNW Lumber & Sawmill Summit
A one-day event that’s geared toward woodworking professionals and can either be attended in person or virtually.
Olympic Logging Conference
This annual logging conference is held each spring within the United States and British Columbia. This year’s theme is Opportunities for Innovation.
Pacific Logging Congress: Live In Woods Show
As part of the Pacific Logging Congress, the Live-In Woods Show provides an opportunity to see the latest technology in timber harvesting equipment. For registration information, please visit their website.
Hoosier Hardwood Festival
This 3-day event is held at the Boone County Fairgrounds, just minutes from Indianapolis. Teh Hoosier Hardwood Festival features logging equipment, chainsaws, and sawmill equipment.
Kiln Drying Short Course
This 3-day course will be held at Yoder Lumber Company in Millersburg, Ohio. The first 2 days are for beginners and less experienced kiln operators. The last day is for more experienced kiln operators.
Redwood Region Logging Conference
The Redwood Region Logging Conference is the largest timber-related event in Northern California. This year, the conference will be held in Ukiah, CA.
Sierra-Cascade Logging Conference
The Sierra-Cascade Logging Conference was formed in 1949 and has since become the largest Forest Products and Construction Equipment Expo in the West. This event is held each year at the Shasta District Fairgrounds in Anderson, CA.