# Event Details - **Event Name**: TKU Saw School: Crosscut Saw Training Course (3 Days) - Mt Hood - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 09 Jun, 2026 at 08:30 am – Thu, 11 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for this 3-day USFS-sanctioned Crosscut Saw (bucking only) Certification Course!About this EventSaw Instructors: Vito P. - Josh D. - David A.Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: < 3 milesElevation Gain: (in ft) < 500 ft.Hike Intensity: Low to ModerateWork Intensity: Low to ModerateWork Type: Sawyer CertificationFirst Day: 6-8 hrs of classroom and 1-2 hrs hands-on instructionSecond Day: 1 hr review and 6-7 hrs field evaluationThird Day: 6-8 hrs field evaluations and review of resultsLand Manager: Mt Hood National ForestDistrict: Zigzag and ClackamasThis TKO Saw School training event is for volunteers, professionals, and agency staff who are looking to receive an initial crosscut saw certification, recertification, or advancement in certification to the B level. We will be utilizing the new USFS Saw Training curriculum, "Developing Thinking Sawyers".* **The ticket price for volunteers is optional. For those with the means to pay the volunteer ticket price, you'll be paying forward other volunteers' access to training sessions such as these. ***Initial Crosscut Saw Bucking Certification (3 days): You must be at least 16 years old to attend. Every saw operator must be certified to ensure safe and quality work. This session is for those who do not have a USFS saw certification card or those who are pursuing advancement in their current certification. The course will cover key safety procedures and best practices for clearing trails effectively in challenging and potentially hazardous situations. Day one is a 7-8 hr classroom (PowerPoint and video instruction) with possible field instruction depending on the weather conditions. Day two is a 1-2 hr review followed by 4-6 hrs of field practice. Day three will be 6-8 hrs of field evaluations. Candidates typically receive an “A” level certification. Candidates who demonstrate extensive skill and leadership with considerable hands-on saw experience may receive “B” level certification.**A current First Aid and CPR certification is required to attend the field portions of this event, and for saw certifications to be valid. Per Forest Service policy, this certification must involve an in-person component and is not valid if performed entirely online.** TKO staff, volunteers, professionals, and USFS staff cannot use crosscut saws or chainsaws unless they hold a recognized and valid sawyer certification, First Aid, and CPR card. You can enter your current or expired First Aid/CPR certification by clicking on this link. First Aid/CPR Certification Record.American Red Cross CPR/First Aid - find a classFirst Aid CPR Training | Oregon TrailsNote: Please bring work gloves, safety glasses, and hard hats. Some of these PPE items can be provided by TKO staff if needed. Please contact sawprogram@trailkeepersoforegon.org if you have any questions.Potential cancellation: We will not work in the field if the weather is not safe for our team.Directions and how to receive important information about this event: Event details, including directions and meeting information, will be emailed to you 48 hours before the event. If you've previously unsubscribed from Eventbrite emails, your inbox might block this message. To ensure you receive our event details, login to Eventbrite, visit Account Settings, and check the box for "Important reminders for my next event."What to bring:Food for all three days of the eventPlenty of water for all three days of the eventSnacksGloves, safety glasses, hard hatHand sanitizerPack to carry all your gear on the trailWhat to wear:Boots (Please wear something sturdy that will protect your toes from sharp tools. Boots must cover your ankles. No tennis shoes allowed.)Work glovesA long-sleeved shirt is a requirementLong pants are requiredFace Mask (optional for indoor class, optional for outdoors)Rain gear as appropriate for the weatherQuestions?Please contact Vito Perrone at sawprogram@trailkeepersoforegon.orgSend me an email if you want to join our waitlist for this workshop.Additional Information:Check out the TK-U Saw School page for more info.Saws That Sing. A guide to using crosscut saw.One moving part: The Forest Service Ax ManualEvent details:Detailed event information, including directions to the meeting location, will be provided to registrants via email 48 hours prior to the event. If you're volunteering for the first time, read this blog by a volunteer to know what to expect at your first trail party.LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: TKO recognizes that the trails we work on travel through the traditional lands of many Indigenous tribes and communities. We are the most recent in a long line of stewards to this land, and it is our responsibility to do so with humility and respect. We are grateful to these tribes and their descendants for being the original and continuing stewards of these spaces, and encourage everyone to go beyond a land acknowledgment by supporting Indigenous communities and organizations in your area.EQUITY & INCLUSION: TKO seeks to make Oregon’s trails a place where people can go to connect with nature and one another. Not everyone feels safe or welcome in the outdoors, and we commit to being part of the solution to this problem and to enact change. Conduct, speech, or expressions that target any individual or group will not be tolerated by TKO.PERSONAL SAFETY: Your physical and emotional safety is our number one priority. If a person’s actions or comments make you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, you may: interrupt directly, talk with a TKO leader, and/or inform TKO staff via the anonymous post-event survey.While TKO no longer requires masking/vaccination for our events, we do support those who choose to mask for their own safety. We ask participants to respect the health of folks who wear masks by distancing or wearing a mask while in close proximity. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rhododendron/tku-saw-school-crosscut-saw-training-course-3-days-mt-hood/100001982395210439 - **Event Categories**: workshops, trips-adventures, meetups, sports, health-wellness, parties, entertainment, volunteering - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 402, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Rhododendron - **state**: OR - **country**: United States - **location**: Zigzag Saw Training Center - **lat**: 45.3447913 - **long**: -121.9404912 - **full address**: Zigzag Saw Training Center, 70303 US-26, Rhododendron, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: TKU Saw School: Crosscut Saw Training Course (3 Days) - Mt Hood - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/a91f7388ba8d351325034c213efa98c9dcb698ddaf2a6bc884d9af9d898ed5e3-rimg-w1200-h929-dcf4f4ee-gmir.jpg?v=1770255232 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is TKU Saw School: Crosscut Saw Training Course (3 Days) - Mt Hood being held? - **A:** TKU Saw School: Crosscut Saw Training Course (3 Days) - Mt Hood takes place on Tue, 09 Jun, 2026 at 08:30 am to Thu, 11 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Zigzag Saw Training Center, 70303 US-26, Rhododendron, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for TKU Saw School: Crosscut Saw Training Course (3 Days) - Mt Hood? - **A:** Tickets for TKU Saw School: Crosscut Saw Training Course (3 Days) - Mt Hood are priced at USD 402 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityVolunteer RSVPFreeAvailableInclude a donation to TKO (NOT A REGISTRATION)FreeAvailableVolunteer Pay-it-ForwardUSD 162 + USD 12 feeAvailableProfessional RSVPUSD 402 + USD 27 feeAvailablePurchase your own Hard Hat (optional)USD 23 + USD 3 feeLimited - **Q**: Who is organizing TKU Saw School: Crosscut Saw Training Course (3 Days) - Mt Hood? - **A:** TKU Saw School: Crosscut Saw Training Course (3 Days) - Mt Hood is organized by Trailkeepers of Oregon. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** TKU Saw School: Crosscut Saw Training Course (3 Days) - Mt Hood is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Rhododendron, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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