Are there loggers who want to learn more about tree biology and forest ecology, or about the impacts of their harvest practices on forest streams? Would such knowledge make a logger more attractive in the job market -- especially to private forest owners?

Many loggers, forest product companies, and land management agencies think so. They put their wish into action with LEAP, or "Logger Education to Advance Professionalism." LEAP is a nationally acclaimed Extension program started at the request of loggers who wanted to improve their skills and market their services more effectively to forest owners and managers. The course features two days indoors and one day with field exercises on forest biology, forest ecology, silviculture, and forest water quality. Taught by University of Idaho faculty and Idaho Department of Lands personnel.

This year's LEAP session will be held in Coeur d'Alene April 24-26. Program enrollment is limited to 30. Pre-register by April 17; $75 registration fee includes resource materials and refreshments.
For general registration questions, contact the University of Idaho Extension Office in Kootenai County (208-446-1680). For program questions, contact Chris Schnepf (208-446-1680).