Upcoming NHLA Short Courses
Short Courses are ideal for yardmen, sawyers, edgermen, sales and office staff, management-level personnel, and anyone who would like a refresher on the NHLA Grading Rules. Below, you will find available upcoming classes.
Walnut Lumber Grading
August 6 — 8, 2024
Memphis, TN
Walnut is one of those species with a number of exceptions to the Rules. It is also one of the most highly valued species. Join us in Memphis for instruction on getting the most value out of your walnut production.
3-Day Introduction to Grading Hardwood Lumber (hosted by Forcey Lumber & Veneer)
August 27 — 29, 2024
Bigler, PA
This introductory course is being hosted by Forcey Lumber & Veneer Company in Bigler, PA and is perfect for those wanting to get a basic understanding of the hardwood grading rules. This class is ideal for yardmen, sawyers, edgermen, sales and office staff, and management-level personnel.
Your instructor: Tom Byers, NHLA National Inspector
3-Day Introduction to Grading Hardwood Lumber
August 28 — 30, 2024
Memphis, TN
This introductory course is perfect for those wanting to get a basic understanding of the NHLA Hardwood Grading Rules.
5-Day Intro to Lumber Grading (Indiana Hardwood Lumbermen’s Assn.)
September 9 — 13, 2024
Indianapolis, IN
This 5-day intro to lumber grading gives yardmen, sawyers, edger men, sales and office staff, and management level personnel an introduction to hardwood lumber grading. Class hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
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