EUGENE, Ore. — The Oregon Logging Conference is under way at the Lane Events Center, and the big excitement Friday surrounded the annual log loading competition. During the competition, participants had to stack nine logs into three pillars of three. The competition didn’t just bring experienced log loaders. For one competitor, the two-minute warm-up was … Continue reading »
Oregon Logging Conference Kicks Off
EUGENE, Ore. — The Oregon Logging Conference opened its 75th year with a positive outlook and an address by Congressman Peter DeFazio. OLC organizers say things are looking up in the industry, but the road moving forward is not a clear straight-away. DeFazio says he working on a partial solution, but it’s going to require … Continue reading »
Crews Set Up Oregon Logging Conference
EUGENE, Ore. — All hands are on deck for the 2013 Oregon Logging Conference. Manufacturers started moving in Tuesday at the Lane County Fairgrounds for the annual event. This year also marks the 75th anniversary of the conference that showcases the latest technology in logging equipment. The manager of Papé Machinery says it takes several months … Continue reading »
