PLC Supporting Member Weekly Update January 5, 2024
Maine PLC Legislative Breakfast– Save the Date!
Welcome New Members – 1 New Contractor Member and 1 New Preferred Supporting Member!
The Northeastern Loggers Association is now accepting nominations for industry achievement awards
PLC Annual Meeting – Save the Date & Book your room!
PLC Store – NEW Small First Aid Pack
Safety Resources – Safety First!
Maine – Latest News
Vermont – Latest News
Classified listings – Send us your listings!
Member Discounts – Many to choose from
Welcome New Members!
Contractor Member
T.B. Lincoln Logging, Inc of Northfield Falls, VT joined the PLC as a new Contractor Member in December 2023. T.B. Lincoln Logging currently has 3 employees. For more information, contact Tom Lincoln at (802) 276-3172 or tblincoln78@gmail.com.
Preferred Supporting Member
The Rowley Agency, LLC of Concord, NH joined the PLC as a new Preferred Supporting Member in December 2023. The Rowley Agency was established in 1966, starting with a single office in Concord, NH, and now we are one of the largest independent insurance agencies in northern New England. They offer a wide range of services including business insurance, surety bonds, personal insurance, and employee benefits. For more information visit their website at www.rowleyagency.com.
The Northeastern Loggers Association is now accepting nominations for industry achievement awards through January 31, 2024!
Awards Program
Through its annual awards program, NELA strives to recognize significant achievement in eleven categories. A maximum of one award will be given in each category. There may be circumstances when no awards are given in a category or categories. A plaque will be awarded in each of the categories.
To be eligible for one of those awards, or to make a nomination, the person or organization need not be a member of the Northeastern Loggers’ Association. An individual can nominate themselves or their organization, or it may be done by an outside party. The nominee must reside or conduct business in the Northeast and Lake States. Awards are presented each year at the Loggers’ Banquet held just prior to the Northeastern Forest Products Equipment Exposition. Look for the call for nominations in The Northern Logger and Timber Processor.
More information is available at https://www.northernlogger.com/awards/.
Submitting a Nomination
- Fax to (315) 369-3736
- Email our office: nela@northernlogger.com
- Mail to NELA, PO Box 69, Old Forge, N.Y. 13420
Nominations must be received by January 31, 2024. You can also get your nomination started over the phone, so feel free to call at (315) 369-3078 with any questions.
Award Categories:
Outstanding Logging Operator
Outstanding Sawmill Operator
Outstanding Industry Advocate
Outstanding Wood Manufacturer
Outstanding Service to the Forest Industry
Outstanding Management of Resources
Outstanding Leadership in Industry
Outstanding forest products trucking operator
Outstanding Contributions to Forest Industry Education
Outstanding Use of Wood
Outstanding Contribution to Safety
Save The Date!
PLC Annual Meeting May 9-10, 2024
This year, the PLC Annual Meeting, Dinner, Awards Ceremony and Live Log A Load Auction will be held on May 9 – 10, 2024 at the Samoset Resort in Rockport! Please be sure to block the dates in your calendars.
We are planning for a fun social event on Thursday, so stay tuned for more updates.
Below is the reservation link for early booking information.
Reservation Booking Link:
Professional Logging Contractors of the Northeast
Code: 051024plcm
Maine Agricultural Trades Show – Augusta
DATE: January 9, 2024 – January 11, 2024
LOCATION: Augusta Civic Center
The State of Maine Agricultural Trades Show is an important gathering for Maine agriculture. The annual event features exhibits, conference sessions, and the Listening Post, which offers daily meet and greets at 9 AM, 12PM, and 2 PM, and free business advising appointments. The show opens to the public daily at 9 AM. There is no admission fee – some sessions may require pre-registration and course fees.
View schedules, maps, participant directory, and subscribe to show news
NOTE: The Forestry Forum will be on Wednesday, January 10, 2024. A day of information and community building for Maine woodland owners and forest stewards.
CONTACT NAME: Anne Trenholm
CONTACT PHONE: (207) 287-7620
CONTACT EMAIL: acfagtradesshow@maine.gov
COST: Free Admission
MBTA Calendar of Events 2024
The Maine Better Transportation Association save the dates for their 2024 events: MBTA 2024 Calendar.
PLC Online Store
Looking for great PLC items and apparel? Gifts? First Aid packs, safety items and more? You will find them at the new PLC Online Store on our web site. Ordering is easy.
CHECK IT OUT HERE
Safety Resources
Workplace safety and labor law requirements can seem complex – join the Maine Department of Labor for no-cost upcoming trainings!
Upcoming classes:
How to Conduct a Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Assessment –
January 9, 2024 / 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM / SafetyWorks! Training Institute, 45 Commerce Drive, Augusta
This half-day course is designed to assist you in developing a PPE assessment 1910.132(d). Employers must conduct a hazard assessment prior to requiring employees to use PPE. The assessment provides information needed to select the appropriate PPE for the hazards at the workplace. Learn how to conduct a hazard assessment in this hands-on class.
To view all January 2024 classes, visit their website at www.safetyworksmaine.gov
Register and browse more SafetyWorks! classes: https://www.safetyworksmaine.gov/training/scheduled_classes/register.shtml
If you have questions about safety or upcoming classes, reach out to SafetyWorks! at 1-877-SAFE-345 or general.bls-safetyworks@maine.gov.
If you have questions about Wage and Hour compliance, please reach out to the Wage and Hour Division at 207-623-7900 or bls.mdol@maine.gov, or visit www.maine.gov/labor/bls/.
New Small PLC Operator/Driver First Aid Pack!
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CPR/First Aid/Bloodborne Pathogens certification: Did you know your employees are required to have this training every two years? If your employees need this training in 2023, contact Jessica at Jessica@maineloggers.com or 207-688-8195 and the PLC will schedule training in your area. THIS TRAINING IS FREE TO MEMBERS!
Maine News
Employee housing proposed for Dixfield sawmill
Maine delays key vote on phasing out gas-powered vehicles
Help Maine biologists track forest pests into the New Year and beyond | PenBay Pilot
Rural Maine state representatives eye a seat in Washington, with Republican primaries in June 2024
Weyerhaeuser nets $900,000 from sale of initial carbon credit offering
$5 million investment to help Penobscot County firm produce sustainable ‘biochar’
State announces storm cleanup advisory – Kennebec Journal
Vermont News
Both generalists, specialists vital to forest health | Outdoors | vtcng.com
As tree species face decline, ‘assisted migration’ gains popularity in Pacific Northwest
Smart growth grants are available – The Mountain Times
UVM will study the sustainability of Vermont’s maple industry, and its impact on the climate
US moves to protect old growth forests as climate change threatens their survival | National
Member Discounts
ALC Member Discounts
PLC Members, because the PLC is a member of the American Loggers Council YOU are entitled to special discounts! CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE
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Fabian Oil Discount
Wallingford’s Discounts
Maine Trailer Discounts
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PLC Members get a 5% discount on culverts purchased at Treeline and Frank Martin & Sons
Hale Trailer discounts for PLC Members on new trailer purchases! Call Neal at 207-232-7969 for details!
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