This short course provides an introduction to wood as a raw material for manufacturing. Offered by Dr. Henry Quesada and Briand Bond at Virginia Tech on May 20, 2021. For more information and registration see flyer. Click here to view…
Why Not You?
If we truly want to change things consider running for an office. Managing Editor David Abbott helps us to think about this through an article he shared with VLA… Why Not You? By David Abbott, Managing Editor Southern Loggin’ Times…
Timber Harvesters and Timber Haulers Get Christmas Gift in Stimulus Package
President Trump signed the 2020 December COVID 19 Stimulus bill into law on 12/27/2020. Timber harvesters and haulers will be eligible for some relief of their business losses due to the Coronovirus. Contact VLA at info@valoggers.org for more details. Click…
Richmond Expo 2021
Join us May 21 – 22, 2021 for the Richmond Expo at the Richmond Raceway Complex! Visit the VLA Booth! Click to view PDF file
Wishing Our Members, Friends, and Families a Happy Thanksgiving
Virginia Loggers Association gives Thanks for many THINGS. Most important is the confidence and trust you placed in this trade association to represent your interests. Through your support in both the good and difficult times, VLA has a home which…
Frank Myers Accepts New VLA President Duties
Mr. Myers offers humility as he takes on his new duties as President of VLA. In his first article, Mr. Myers offers solid advice to voters. ► Click here to view the VLA President’s Corner article (pdf)
Save the Date August 5 – 8, 2021 Annual Meeting at Hotel Roanoke
Change of Date!! Virginia Loggers Association is planning for a great reunion at the Hotel Roanoke for is 18th annual meeting. Our speakers will bring timely topics for your business and organization. We plan to cover products, markets, legal, 2020…
Federal COVID-19 Relief Package for Logging and Trucking Companies Deserves Our Support!
Virginia logging and forest trucking contractors have joined a national effort seeking federal relief for their industry at a time when COVID-19 and its economic impacts are threatening the survival of the companies depending on the entire U.S. forest economy.…
Loggers and Friends Contact Your Board of Supervisors Now
Loggers and Supporters please check your local newspapers now for County Board meetings and notices for amending county ordinances to adopt exemption of personal property & tools & machinery taxes on forest harvesting equipment. Please show your support! ► Click…
Patriotic Video for Troubled Times – “We Are Warriors”
Whether the enemy is the silent and unseen one like COVID-19, Americans are stronger when standing together and not dividing. Let’s remember the good that comes from collective strength and unified vision. We can be unique and still work together…