The Program

Tech Talk - John Boys & Friends
Join our long time members as they lead workshops using jigs. Bring your own best log building tricks, brightest ideas, and latest inventions to share.

Historical Architecture - Christine Barnes
Enjoy a slide presentation of historic log structures by Christine Barnes, world class journalist, writer and architectural historian. Journey through the West's national parks where armchair travelers can check in if only for a few minutes. Visit the great lodges, those monuments to the wilds of the West and the perserverance of the men and women who created them.

Fire Resistance of Log Walls - Dalibor Houdek, Ph.D.
Learn of the recent research which was conducted to prove that a properly built handcrafted log wall can provide significant fire resistance. Understand how thermal properties of log walls are determined, and just how efficient they really are.

How to Build Jigs - John Boys & Gary Espe
John the 'Jig Man' and Gary Espe, long time members of the Association, will demonstrate techniques on building your own jigs and share ideas on how these will save time on your site.

Business Marketing Tips for Logcrafters - Jerry Rouleau
An industry veteran, Executive Director of the Timber Frame Business Council, shares tips and techniques for planning and marketing your business without breaking the bank.

Insurance/Benefits for the Industry - Terry Bradley
What happens if you lose a load during delivery? What happens in your yard if there's a mishap? What kind of medical coverage can you offer yourself and your employees?

Calculator Magic - Joel McCarty
Your calculator is a tool. Beyond balancing your bank account and converting imperial and metric measurements, learn how to de-mystify trigonometry, develop time saving ideas to assist your building methods, and convert your calculator into a wizard of construction. You can download Hawkindale tables, and other tricks taught by expert industry professional and entertainer Joel McCarty, our brother and associate from the Timber Framers Guild.

Log Grading - Ed Burke, Ph.D.
The science of wood and log grading will be shared by a well known specialist in the field. Understand green vs. dry logs, the utilization of spiral grain and methods of visual stress grading with round house logs. This is a great opportunity to learn more about log selection and purchasing, not only for the company owner but for employees as well. As builders are increasingly being required by local building jurisdictions to grade logs, this is a very valuable seminar to attend.

Teaching the Trade - Rob Chambers/Robert Savignac
Join two world traveling instructors in a great session on development of the industry and its techniques over the years. Rob Chambers provides instruction in many complex areas including Acclerated Building, Robert Savignac invites challenging projects, promoting the Log Building Standards to all involved.

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