Beginner Chainsaw Safety with Femmes & Friends

Learn safe chainsaw operation in these one-and-a-half-day courses. We’ll cover personal protective equipment (PPE) and chainsaw selection, and practice safe handling and open-face bore cutting techniques with instructor supervision. Designed and structured to create a welcoming learning environment for beginner-level chainsaw users who can relate to the experiences of women in the woods or feel safest learning in a space dominated by women.

Day 1 of this course will run 10am - 4pm, and Day 2 will run 8am - 4pm.

Learn more about MOFGA's chainsaw courses on our website!

Please reach out to forestry@mofga.org with any questions.

$240 general admission and $190 for MOFGA and Midcoast Conservancy members.

*Scholarship funds are available to community members in order to increase program accessibility. You’re welcome to use the fund by checking “Scholarship/JP” at checkout. For any questions about scholarship funds, please email events@mofga.org.

Participants in MOFGA’s Journeyperson program are welcome to register at no-cost.