Friday, October 3
8:00 am - Opening Ceremonies
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8:00 am - Flapjacks for Lumberjacks
Join Ohio Tree Farmers in the VFW Building for a scrumptious fund-raising breakfast of Flapjacks with Ohio made syrup and sausage. Location: VFW Building.
8:00 am - Ohio Master Logger Re-Certification (additional fee applies, pre-registration required, Master Loggers only)
This class satisfies Master Logger Recertification requirements. Location: Education Hall.
10:00 am - Great Lakes Timber Show
This lumberjack show features chainsaw carving, axe throwing, wood chopping, one and two-man crosscut sawing, modified chainsawing, log rolling and loads of clean family humor. Sponsored by Maverick Environmental Equipment, LLC, Rudd Equipment Co. Powell Valley Millworks and Koppers.
Location: Bunyan Blvd. South end of Fairgrounds.
​10:00 am - Chainsaw Limbing and Bucking Applications Training
Join the folks from Husqvarna and North American Training Solutions (NATS) for an informative demonstration about how to operate your chainsaw safely like a pro when performing limbing and bucking cutting applications. Sponsored by Husqvarna. Presented by NATS. Location: Husqvarna Chainsaw Arena.
11:00 am - Chipper/Grinder Demonstrations
Watch as Columbus Equipment, Bandit, Diamond Z, Aggcorp, Rotchopper and Viably demonstrate their chippers and grinders side by side. Location: Chipper/Grinder Demo area.
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11:30 am - Technical Tree Cutting and Felling Training
Husqvarna and NATS will demonstrate how to fell a tree safely like a pro and land it in a designated drop
zone precisely and accurately, utilizing technical tree felling methods and rigging equipment. Sponsored
by Husqvarna. Presented by NATS. Location: Husqvarna Chainsaw Arena.
12:00 pm - Great Lakes Timber Show
This lumberjack show features chainsaw carving, axe throwing, wood chopping, one and two-man crosscut sawing, modified chainsawing, log rolling and loads of clean family humor. Sponsored by Maverick Environmental Equipment, LLC, Rudd Equipment Co. Powell Valley Millworks and Koppers.
Location: Bunyan Blvd. South end of Fairgrounds.
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​1:00 pm - Aerial Chainsaw Use Technical Tree Climbing Applications Training
Husqvarna and NATS demonstrate safe professional Aerial Chainsaw Applications while utilizing technical tree climbing PPE, such as vertical lifelines, positioning lanyards, and climbing spurs to dismantle trees. Sponsored by Husqvarna. Presented by NATS. Location: Husqvarna Chainsaw Arena.
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1:00 pm - Ohio State Lumberjack Competition
Watch as lumberjacks from the State of Ohio compete in horizontal chopping, open chainsaw, axe throwing and cross-cut sawing (2 person and Jack & Jill). Open to Ohio residents only. Sponsored by: Columbus Equipment, Murphy Tractor, Stihl, Bryan Equipment. Location: Skills Stadium
2:00 pm - Great Lakes Timber Show
This lumberjack show features chainsaw carving, axe throwing, wood chopping, one and two-man crosscut sawing, modified chainsawing, log rolling and loads of clean family humor. Sponsored by Maverick Environmental Equipment, LLC, Rudd Equipment Co. Powell Valley Millworks and Koppers.
Location: Bunyan Blvd. South end of Fairgrounds
2:00 pm - Chipper/Grinder Demonstrations
Watch as Columbus Equipment, Bandit, Diamond Z, Aggcorp, Rotchopper and Viably demonstrate their chippers and grinders side by side. Location: Chipper/Grinder Demo area.
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3:00 pm - Hazard and Danger Tree Cutting and Felling Training
Husqvarna and NATS will demonstrate how to safely cut like a pro, storm damaged trees that have become compromised due to extreme weather and are no longer vertical. Sponsored by Husqvarna. Presented by NATS. Location: Husqvarna Chainsaw Arena.
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4:00 pm - Great Lakes Timber Show
This lumberjack show features chainsaw carving, axe throwing, wood chopping, one and two-man crosscut sawing, modified chainsawing, log rolling and loads of clean family humor. Sponsored by Maverick Environmental Equipment, LLC, Rudd Equipment Co. Powell Valley Millworks and Koppers.
Location: Bunyan Blvd. South end of Fairgrounds
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5:00 pm - Show Closes
Saturday, October 4
8:00 am - Opening Ceremonies
8:00 am - Flapjacks for Lumberjacks
Join Ohio Tree Farmers in the VFW Building for a scrumptious fund-raising breakfast of Flapjacks with Ohio made syrup and sausage. Location: VFW Building.
9:00 am - Tree Identification
Gather round for a hands on dendrology (tree identification) class that is fun for all ages. Attendees will learn to identify common tree species if Ohio. Presented by Jim Downs OSU Extension and Dave Apsley, ODNR Division of Forestry. Location: Education Hall.
9:30 am - Chainsaw Limbing and Bucking Applications Training
Join the folks from Husqvarna and North American Training Solutions (NATS) for an informative demonstration about how to operate your chainsaw safely like a pro when performing limbing and bucking cutting applications. Sponsored by Husqvarna. Presented by NATS. Location: Husqvarna Chainsaw Arena.
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9:30 am - Log Loader Competition
Watch as skilled loader operators move a series of logs from one bunker to the next in this exciting, timed event. Experienced operators only. Pre-registration required. Sponsored by Pixelle Specialty Solutions, Superior Hardwoods of Ohio and Scioto Land Company. Location: Skills Stadium
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10:00 am - Great Lakes Timber Show
This lumberjack show features chainsaw carving, axe throwing, wood chopping, one and two-man crosscut sawing, modified chainsawing, log rolling and loads of clean family humor. Sponsored by Maverick Environmental Equipment, LLC, Rudd Equipment Co. Powell Valley Millworks and Koppers.
Location: Bunyan Blvd. South end of Fairgrounds.
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11:00 am - Chipper/Grinder Demonstrations
Watch as Columbus Equipment, Bandit, Diamond Z, Aggcorp, Rotchopper and Viably demonstrate their chippers and grinders side by side. Location: Chipper/Grinder Demo area.
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10:30 am - Moser Woods Tree Farm
Join the owner of the 2025 Tree Farm of the Year as he tells you all about his property and what it means to earn that recognition. Presented by Chris Moser, Moser Woods. Location: Education Hall.
11:00 am - Youth Project Learning Tree Activity
Bring your Junior Foresters to explore Ohio Trees and Forests, Who Works in the Forest, and why We All Need Trees, using Project Learning Tree! Project Learning Tree is an award-winning environmental education program designed for teachers and other educators, parents, and community leaders working with youth from preschool through grade 12 using activities and resources to engage children in learning about the environment through the lens of trees and forests. Presented by Heather Sheets, ODNR, Project Learning Tree. Location: Next to Little Loggers Play Area
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11:00 am - Technical Tree Cutting and Felling Training
Husqvarna and NATS will demonstrate how to fell a tree safely like a pro and land it in a designated drop zone precisely and accurately, utilizing technical tree felling methods and rigging equipment. Sponsored by Husqvarna. Presented by NATS. Location: Husqvarna Chainsaw Arena.
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12:00 pm - Great Lakes Timber Show
This lumberjack show features chainsaw carving, axe throwing, wood chopping, one and two-man crosscut sawing, modified chainsawing, log rolling and loads of clean family humor. Sponsored by Maverick Environmental Equipment, LLC, Rudd Equipment Co. Powell Valley Millworks and Koppers.
Location: Bunyan Blvd. South end of Fairgrounds.
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12:00 pm - Axing the Big Question: Who Takes Over the Family Forest of Business
Come and learn about succession planning and what you and your family need to do to preserve your legacy. Presented by David Marrison, Ohio State University Extension. Location: Education Hall.
12:00 pm - International Lumberjack Competition
Lumberjacks from the United States and beyond will show their skills in this action-packed competition. Athletes will compete in the underhand chop, open chainsaw, axe throwing, standing block, springboard, Jack and Jill crosscut, two person crosscut and always a fan favorite the hot saws. Sponsored by: Columbus Equipment, Murphy Tractor, Stihl, Bryan Equipment. Location: Skills Stadium.
1:00 pm - Youth Project Learning Tree Activity
Bring your Junior Foresters to explore Ohio Trees and Forests, Who Works in the Forest, and why We All Need Trees, using Project Learning Tree! Project Learning Tree is an award-winning environmental education program designed for teachers and other educators, parents, and community leaders working with youth from preschool through grade 12 using activities and resources to engage children in learning about the environment through the lens of trees and forests. Presented by Heather Sheets, ODNR, Project Learning Tree. Location: Next to Little Loggers Play Area.
1:00 pm - Aerial Chainsaw Use Technical Tree Climbing Applications Training
Husqvarna and NATS demonstrate safe professional Aerial Chainsaw Applications while utilizing technical tree climbing PPE, such as vertical lifelines, positioning lanyards, and climbing spurs to dismantle trees. Sponsored by Husqvarna. Presented by NATS. Location: Husqvarna Chainsaw Arena.
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1:30 pm - Backyard Maple Syrup
Join us for some tips on making your own syrup right in your backyard. Presented by Jake Nicholson, Ohio State University Extension. Location: Education Hall.
2:00 pm - Great Lakes Timber Show
This lumberjack show features chainsaw carving, axe throwing, wood chopping, one and two-man crosscut sawing, modified chainsawing, log rolling and loads of clean family humor. Sponsored by Maverick Environmental Equipment, LLC, Rudd Equipment Co. Powell Valley Millworks and Koppers.
Location: Bunyan Blvd. South end of Fairgrounds
2:00 pm - Forest Management for Birds
Do you want to attract more birds to your woodlands? Join avid birder Jake Peer to learn how to do it.
Presented by Jake Peer, Forester, ODNR, Division of Forestry. Location: Education Hall.
2:00 pm - Chipper/Grinder Demonstrations
Watch as Columbus Equipment, Bandit, Diamond Z, Aggcorp, Rotchopper and Viably demonstrate their chippers and grinders side by side. Location: Chipper/Grinder Demo area.
2:30 pm - Hazard and Danger Tree Cutting and Felling Training
Husqvarna and NATS will demonstrate how to safely cut like a pro, storm damaged trees that have become compromised due to extreme weather and are no longer vertical. Sponsored by Husqvarna. Presented by NATS. Location: Husqvarna Chainsaw Arena.
4:00 pm - Great Lakes Timber Show
This lumberjack show features chainsaw carving, axe throwing, wood chopping, one and two-man crosscut sawing, modified chainsawing, log rolling and loads of clean family humor. Sponsored by Maverick Environmental Equipment, LLC, Rudd Equipment Co. Powell Valley Millworks and Koppers.
Location: Bunyan Blvd. South end of Fairgrounds.
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​5:00 pm - Show Closes
Sunday, October 5
9:00 am - Show Opens
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9:00 am - Flapjacks for Lumberjacks
Join Ohio Tree Farmers in the VFW Building for a scrumptious fund-raising breakfast of Flapjacks with Ohio made syrup and sausage. Location: VFW Building.
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9:00 am - Importance of Oak and Prescribed Fire
Do you want to learn more about the historical use of fire in Ohio? Does understanding the current effects of prescribed fire upon our woodland areas spark your interest? Do you want to better understand the ecology and management of oaks and why these are such important trees? Join us for this fascinating program to get learn all about it. Presented by Jim Down, Ohio State University Extension. Location: Education Hall.
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10:00 am - Chainsaw Limbing and Bucking Competition
Join the folks from Husqvarna and North American Training Solutions (NATS) for an exciting team based head to head competition showing how to operate your chainsaw safely like a pro when performing limbing and bucking cutting applications. Sponsored by Husqvarna. Presented by NATS. Location: Husqvarna Chainsaw Arena
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10:00 am - Great Lakes Timber Show
This lumberjack show features chainsaw carving, axe throwing, wood chopping, one and two-man crosscut sawing, modified chainsawing, log rolling and loads of clean family humor. Sponsored by Maverick Environmental Equipment, LLC, Rudd Equipment Co. Powell Valley Millworks and Koppers. Location: Bunyan Blvd. South end of Fairgrounds
10:00 am - Chipper/Grinder Demonstrations
Watch as Columbus Equipment, Bandit, Diamond Z, Aggcorp, Rotchopper and Viably demonstrate their chippers and grinders side by side. Location: Chipper/Grinder Demo area.
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10:30 am - ATV/UTV Trail Building Best Management Practices
When building ATV and UTV trails, it is crucial to follow best management practices to ensure the trail's longevity and environmental sustainability. Join us for some key practices to follow. Presented by Bob Mulligan, ODNR – Division of Forestry. Location: Education Hall.
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11:00 am - Youth Project Learning Tree Activity
Bring your Junior Foresters to explore Ohio Trees and Forests, Who Works in the Forest, and why We All Need Trees, using Project Learning Tree! Project Learning Tree is an award-winning environmental education program designed for teachers and other educators, parents, and community leaders working with youth from preschool through grade 12 using activities and resources to engage children in learning about the environment through the lens of trees and forests. Presented by Heather Sheets, ODNR, Project Learning Tree. Location: Next to Little Loggers Play Area
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11:30 am Technical Tree Cutting and Felling Competition
Husqvarna and NATS will be hosting an exciting head to head precision felling competition testing individuals abilities on how to fell a tree safely like a pro and land it in a designated drop zone precisely and accurately, utilizing technical tree felling methods and rigging equipment. Sponsored by Husqvarna. Presented by NATS. Location: Husqvarna Chainsaw Arena.
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12:00 pm - Money Does Grow on Trees
We've all heard the old saying "money doesn't grow on trees" but it does! This presentation will focus on how money does grow on trees and some of the important lessons you need to know before "Cashing In!" Presented by Service Forester, Jeremy Scherf, ODNR, Division of Forestry. Location: Education Hall.
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12:00 pm - Great Lakes Timber Show
This lumberjack show features chainsaw carving, axe throwing, wood chopping, one and two-man crosscut sawing, modified chainsawing, log rolling and loads of clean family humor. Sponsored by Maverick Environmental Equipment, LLC, Rudd Equipment Co. Powell Valley Millworks and Koppers. Location: Bunyan Blvd. South end of Fairgrounds
1:00 pm - Youth Project Learning Tree Activity
Bring your Junior Foresters to explore Ohio Trees and Forests, Who Works in the Forest, and why We All Need Trees, using Project Learning Tree! Project Learning Tree is an award-winning environmental education program designed for teachers and other educators, parents, and community leaders working with youth from preschool through grade 12 using activities and resources to engage children in learning about the environment through the lens of trees and forests. Presented by Heather Sheets, ODNR, Project Learning Tree. Location: Next to Little Loggers Play Area.
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1:00 pm - Hazard and Danger Tree Cutting and Felling Competition
Husqvarna and NATS will be hosting an exciting head to head precision cutting competition showcasing individuals abilities to safely cut like a pro, storm damaged trees that have become compromised due to extreme weather and are no longer vertical. Sponsored by Husqvarna. Presented by NATS. Location: Husqvarna Chainsaw Arena.
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1:30 pm - Backyard Maple Syrup
Join us for some tips on making your own syrup right in your backyard. Presented by Jake Nicholson, Ohio State University Extension. Location: Education Hall.
2:00 pm - Great Lakes Timber Show
This lumberjack show features chainsaw carving, axe throwing, wood chopping, one and two-man crosscut sawing, modified chainsawing, log rolling and loads of clean family humor. Sponsored by Maverick Environmental Equipment, LLC, Rudd Equipment Co. Powell Valley Millworks and Koppers. Location: Bunyan Blvd. South end of Fairgrounds
2:00 pm - The Rise and Fall of the Bald Eagle in Ohio
The resurgence of the Bald Eagle population in Ohio is truly a wildlife success story. Join Brad Perkins, volunteer, ODNR – Division of Wildlife Eagle Monitoring Program as he talks about his person experiences in monitoring bald eagle nests in Ohio. Presented by Brad Perkins. Location: Education Hall.
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2:00 pm - Chipper/Grinder Demonstrations
Watch as Columbus Equipment, Bandit, Diamond Z, Aggcorp, Rotchopper and Viably demonstrate their chippers and grinders side by side. Location: Chipper/Grinder Demo area.
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2:00 pm - Wood Auction
Need wood? Then you will want to get in on the Wood Auction Action. All timber processed throughout the show will be sold to the highest bidder. Firewood, sawn lumber and more! Sign up in the Paul Bunyan Show Office by 1:45 to participate. Location: Meet at the Paul Bunyan Show Office in front of Exhibit Hall 2.
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3:00 pm - Show Closes