Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives
Workshops and Events
Upcoming Workshops and Events
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Proposed Workshops and Events
Chainsaw Maintenance and Felling
(MAFRI and WAM)
Dates and locations subject to local demand. Get a group of up
to 8 in your community together and let us know!
Phone 204-385-3492
Bandsaw Maintenance and Operation
If you're having problems with your
mill or you need to improve your milling efficiency, please let us
know. MAFRI is considering use of a mentor to assist with
on-site training.
Phone 204-433-3078
Previous Training Workshops and Events
2008
Square Timber Building
July 26 & 27, July 29 & 30 - Mather, MB and Neepawa,
MB
Topics to be covered include designating and assembly, tools,
log selection, dovetail corners, completion of building, windows,
doors and roofing system.
Woody Biomass Workshop
February 27, 2008 - Portage la Prairie, MB
Presenters from across Canada will cover Alberta bioenergy
conversion projects, economic analysis of biomass heat for
greenhouses, use of willow to treat waste water and equipment
developments.
What is Going on in Your Backyard?
February 11, 2008 - Erickson, MB
This informational meeting introduces the Riding Mountain Biosphere
Reserves proposed "Mountainside Community Woodlands Project". Nature
Conservancy Canada and MAFRI's Agro Woodlot Program explains how
woodlot management and conservation agreements are compatible.
They'll discuss how harvesting can contribute to enhanced stand
health, sustained environmental services and rural economic
development.
2007
Low Impact Logging
October 26 & 27, 2007 -
Holland, MB
Theory and demonstrations of harvest planning, tree marking, felling
and skidding. Learn how to evaluate a site and minimize risks
through planning. Logging equipment demonstrations. For more information, contact
Ian Kirby 204-433-3938.
Solar Kiln Design and Drying
August 22, 2007 - Portage la Prairie
Instructor: Jim Birkemeier. This will be a unique opportunity to see
a solar kiln under construction. Jim Birkemeier is one of
North America’s leading examples of how woodlot owners can
maximize the value of their logs. Jim will be returning to
Manitoba to explain why handling and storage is so important
to lumber quality. He’ll walk you through one of his solar
kiln designs and explain drying techniques. In addition, Jim
will explain how much income you can generate at each step
in the value added process from milling to drying, molding
and installing hardwood flooring. This will be a
motivational experience for anyone wondering how to add
value to their hardwood lumber.
For more information, contact Carol Graham at 204-741-0490.
The Value Added Adventure
August 21, 2007 - Brandon
Instructor:
Jim Birkemeier. He is one of North America’s leading examples of
how woodlot owners can maximize the value of their logs. Jim
will describe how he uses Full Vigor forestry to improve the
growth and value of his woodlot. He’ll also explain how he
built a reputation for producing quality hardwood floors by
focusing on the details from milling to drying, molding and
installing hardwood flooring. Jim will also share his
experience in marketing his unique products to urban
consumers. This will be a motivational experience for anyone
wondering how to add value to their lumber.
For more information, contact Carol Graham at 204-741-0490.
2006
Hardwood Kiln Drying
November 18, 2006 - Days Inn, Portage la Prairie
Instructor: Gene Wengert, Wood Doctor Rx If you own or are thinking
about building a kiln, then this workshop is for you! Learn how to
maintain lumber quality and maximize profits by kiln drying. This
workshop includes presentations on types of kilns, as well as design
requirements to ensure uniform drying. Other topics include lumber
handling, drying schedules, and operating procedures.
For more information, contact Carol Graham at 204-741-0490.
Lumber Handling and Air Drying
November 17, 2006 - Days Inn, Portage la Prairie
Instructor: Gene Wengert, Wood Doctor Rx Learn how to handle and air
dry lumber like a pro! This workshop focuses on how to control
hardwood lumber quality through careful handling, stacking,
stickering and covering.
Milling and Grading
November 16, 2006 - Days Inn, Portage la Prairie
Instructor: Gene Wengert, Wood Doctor Rx Learn to maximize
high-grade lumber from every log you mill! This workshop combines
milling for grade theory with a practical demonstration, and an
introduction to hardwood lumber grading.
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Sanding and Finishing more information
(PDF)
October 24, 2006 (Manitoba Conservation Forestry, Forintek
and MAFRI)
Phone 204-925-1409
Woodlot Taxation
February 22, 2006 – Smitty’s Restaurant, Selkirk,
Manitoba
2005
Bandsaw Mill Alignment and Bandsaw Sharpening
November 8, 2005 - T’E’L Centre, Treherne
December 8, 2005 - Morris Stampede Grounds, Morris
If you are having problems sawing lumber, this workshop will
help you understand how to decide if you have a problem with your
mill or your bandsaw blades. This practical workshop explains how
to align a bandsaw mill as well as demonstrates how to sharpen and
set bandsaw blades.
Workshops are limited to 15 participants.
Presenter: Fred Tait
So You Wanna Be a Logger?
October 29, 2005 - Smoky Hollow, Onanole
October 30, 2005 - Greenwood Inn, Wellington Avenue, Winnipeg
Have you been considering starting up a logging business? Maybe
you’re thinking about expanding your existing logging operation.
Here is your chance to understand how to match equipment in a
harvesting system, so that you can maximize productivity and
profitability.
Presenters: Dr. Reino Pulkki and Pat Cybulski (Lakehead
University)
The Manitoba Agro Woodlot Program is funded by the Manitoba Climate
Change Action Plan and ecoTrust.
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