SPONSORED WORKSHOP (sponsored by Mill Market)
Bryce Caplan and Dave Barman, Mill Market
Tired of paying to get rid of logs? Learn how to turn those logs into a revenue stream. In this hands-on workshop, we will cover how to identify which logs are saleable to sawmills and which are not, best practices for preparing logs to increase mill utilization and payout, and the different ways mills measure and evaluate logs. Whether you’re already selling logs or just getting started, this hands-on workshop will help you capture more value from the wood you are already handling.
Breakfast provided
TENTATIVE AGENDA
7:30am – Breakfast at the convention center
- Introduction: Why sell logs?
- Round table of “Financial analysis of selling logs vs grinding/mulch product/paying to dispose
8:30am – 12pm – NOTE LOCATION: Session in lot across the street from the convention center. Group will walk over together.
General topics that will be covered:
- How are logs bought
- Grading and scaling exercise
- Why log prep matters
- Unusable logs
- Fixable logs
- Cutting to length
- Types of markets
Price: $150
Biography
Caplan, Bryce – Mill Market
Bryce Caplan, Procurement Manager, brings a unique blend of teaching and timber expertise to his work at Mill Market. Bryce began his career as a high school teacher before pivoting to the wood industry. Today, as a log buyer for Mill Market, he helps arborists and wood professionals grow their skills, streamline their operations, and maximize the value of their wood. Bryce is passionate about guiding newcomers and supporting experienced crews in perfecting their log handling and preparation techniques.