Traditional Training
photo by Adam Downing, VCE
SHARP Logger Core Programs
To achieve SHARP Logger standing, participants must complete both core classes for a total of 12 credit hours. Core Classes are offered as a pair, but can be taken in either order and at any location. For more information, call 540-231-6494 or e-mail Karen Snape.
- Cluster Springs, Halifax: September TBD
- Clifton Forge: Wednesdays, September TBD
- Courtland, Southampton County: October 12 & 13
SHARP Logger Continuing Education Programs
Continuing Education classes are for individuals who have completed the core program. To maintain their standing, SHARP Loggers must earn 8 credit hours of continuing education (CE) training during each two year period following the completion of the core classes, including a REQUIRED SHARP Logger Update Class. For more information, call 540-231-6494 or e-mail Karen Snape.
Class location information
Required SHARP Logger Update Class: 2 CE Credit Hours
- New Kent: Tuesday, July 28, 12:00 - 2:00pm. Followed by Tree Improvement & Diminished Species.
- Williamsburg: Saturday, August 8, afternoon. During the VLA Annual Meeting.
- Raphine: Thursday, August 13. Followed by Sustainable Forestry Topics.
- Nelson County: Thursday, August 20. Followed by Sustainable Forestry Topics.
- Lebanon: Friday, August 28. Followed by Legal Issues.
- Online: the required Update is available on the Online Training page.
Other SHARP Logger Continuing Education Programs
- Tree Improvement & Diminished Species: New Kent, Tuesday July 28. Following the SHARP Logger Update Class. (2 CE credits)
- Sustainable Forestry Topics: Raphine, Thursday August 13. Following the SHARP Logger Update Class. (2 CE credits)
- Sustainable Forestry Topics: Nelson County, Thursday August 20. Following the SHARP Logger Update Class. (2 CE credits)
- Legal Issues: Lebanon, Friday August 28. Following the SHARP Logger Update Class. (CE pending)
- Log & Lumber Grading: North Garden, Friday September 4. (4.5 CE credits)
Other Opportunities
- Virginia Loggers Association Annual Meeting: Sign in at the SHARP Logger Booth. (CE Credits vary)
- Think something you attended should count for Continuing Education credits? Check the SHARP Logger Requirements and use the CE Form (FAQ here), along with a certificate, sign-in sheet, agenda, or other proof to request credit.