lumber
Students Discover the Bounty of the Forest at Weeklong Family Forestry Expo in Montana
Surrounded by a crowd of elementary school students, Sean Reynolds announced, “Today we’re going to talk about boards. Who thinks that sounds boring?” Hands shot into the air, but Sean wasn’t disheartened. He knew they’d change their minds in just a few moments. They always do. ... Read More
August 16, 2023
Volunteer of the Year George Virtue Gives High Schoolers an Inside Look at Careers in Forest Products
George Virtue is always looking for opportunities to help others in his community of Sweet Home, Oregon. When he isn’t working, sleeping or spending time with his family, he’s volunteering with a number of local groups and programs. ... Read More
March 14, 2023
Oregon Trucking Makes Dream Come True for Local High School Student
Last spring, Jeff Mehlschau, Western Regeneration team lead, spoke on a panel about careers in natural resources to high school students. It was one of many recruiting efforts Jeff takes part in, but this particular event opened the door to a unique opportunity for Danny Simili, then an 11th grader at Santiam Christian High School in Adair, Oregon. ... Read More
February 28, 2023
Princeton, BC, Lumber Mill Team Leads in Safety and Citizenship
Through fire and flood, the employees at our lumber mill in Princeton, British Columbia, stepped up in big ways to help their community last year. And many say they were simply doing what comes naturally: looking out for the people around them. ... Read More
July 21, 2022
Safety Manager Keith May Uses Small Things To Make a Big Impact
For Keith May, safety doesn’t start or end at work. As safety manager at our lumber mill in Philadelphia, Mississippi, he understands that safety is a mindset we carry with us throughout the day — and that what’s happening at home can affect what’s happening at the mill. ... Read More
December 27, 2021