USFS SAWYER CERTIFICATION CLASS
EVENT: USFS Sawyer Training and Certification
Date: October 6-7, 2023 for new sawyers (2-day course)
October 7, 2023 for existing sawyer recertification
TIME: 9:00AM - 5:00PM (Saturday may be shorter)
LOCATION: Friday - USFS Ranger Station or virtual classroom
Saturday - Field location TBD
COST: Free
The Sam Houston Trails Coalition is pleased to partner with the USFS to offer annual Sawyer Training and Certification. Volunteer sawyers in the Sam Houston National Forest provide a critical service to remove downed trees from recreational trails. There is always a need for sawyers, especially after severe storms and high winds.
If you would like to attend the new sawyer training or get recertified please complete the form below.
Prerequisites include a valid Volunteer Service Agreement (VSA), First-Aid/CPR from a certified organization, and Blood-born Pathogens. Pre-course work must be completed and submitted to the USFS by October 3rd (sooner is better). Send documentation to Heather.spencer@usda.gov
For more information on sawyer certification and the prerequisites, see the Volunteer Certification page.