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Chainsaw “Sawyer” Training (2-Day Certification)

March 19–20, 2026
Ready to take your trail stewardship to the next level? Join the Coalition and the Appalachian Conservation Corps for a two-day Chainsaw Sawyer Training required to operate a chainsaw on the Massanutten Western Slope Trails.

⚠️ Registration commits you to BOTH days.
Schedule & Locations

• Thursday, March 19 (8:30am–4:00pm)
  Classroom training
  Massanutten Ski Lodge – Sun Room
  4614 Massanutten Dr, Massanutten, VA 22840
• Friday, March 20 (8:30am–4:00pm)
  Field training
  Massanutten Western Slope Trails

What You’ll Learn

• Chainsaw safety, handling, and trail standards
• Hands-on practice in a controlled field setting
• Requirements for Sawyer certification
• With additional first aid training, this course can lead to a US Forest Service Sawyer Card for bucking trees on federal trails

Who Should Attend
Volunteers who want to help keep trails clear and safe. No prior chainsaw experience required—just a willingness to learn and work outdoors.

Details

• 🎟️ Registration required (spots are limited)
• 💸 Cost a barrier? Use code PIXIEDUST for free registration
• 🪚 This training is required to operate a chainsaw on Western Slope trails and can get you a card to use a chainsaw in the National Forest.

Have questions? Contact .

If you are interested or plan to sell your gear, please register in advance.
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You know that old bike, climbing gear, camping equipment, and those gear parts collecting dust in the garage?
Now is your time to sell and swap!

The Friendly City Gear Swap is for you, whether you are selling your gear or looking for your next adventure set up.

When: Saturday, March 28th
Time: 9a-12p
Location: The Lauf Cycles Showroom: 231 S Liberty St Harrisonburg, VA

We plan to do this 2x yearly with Lauf Cycles, including a fall gear swap.