More training opportunities for 2012 will be posted soon as they are confirmed. Please check back often! A training brochure will also be mailed to members in early February.

Click on the workshop title to view class descriptions, dates, and locations. Workshops with current openings will have a "register" link. This page will be updated as needed with any new training opportunities that may become available throughout the year. Classes are free to MLEP members unless otherwise indicated.

If you have any questions about individual training requirements, review them here or contact the MLEP office.

MLEP Credit Classes

Logger Conferences

Keeping the Forest & Cabin in the Family: Succession Planning
Mapping Your Land with GPS
Minnesota Forest Pest Detector Training
Minnesota Family Woodlands Conference - March 10 Breakout Sessions
Timber Harvest Tours
Truck Weight Compliance

Online Training: Click here for descriptions and to begin training
Biomass Harvesting Guidelines
NEW - Forest Management Guideline Training
Commercial Motor Vehicle Driver
Hazardous Materials
How to Prepare for a DOT Audit
Introduction to Landview/GIS
Advanced Landview/GIS
Emerald Ash Borer: Eyes in the Woods

LogSafe/Safety Credit Classes
COMING SOON

Class Descriptions and Dates

Logger Conferences register

To accommodate the reduced training hours requirement, the conference format has been modified.  The new format will provide MLEP and OSHA training on Day One and CPR/First-Aid training on Day Two.  For those that only need 4 hours of MLEP and 4 hours of OSHA training for 2012, you can complete all your training on Day One of the conference.  Those needing 4 hours of MLEP and 8 hours of CPR/First-Aid training can attend the second half of Day One and all day on Day Two.  Participants may also register for only the OSHA, MLEP or CPR/First-Aid portion of the conference.  If you have any questions about what training you need for 2012, please contact the MLEP office.

Day One
The conference will begin with a group welcome session that will provide details on the day's events.  Participants will then choose from a variety of OSHA breakout sessions. After lunch, there will be another group session that will include an MLEP/SFI Program update followed by MLEP breakout sessions.  Check the MLEP website for further details and updates as they become available.

Day Two
CPR/First-Aid certification and recertification.  This year, the CPR/First-Aid curriculum has been revised to include new information on wilderness first aid.

April 3 - 4 - Fortune Bay Resort, Tower
Room rates for conference are $59 plus tax for a double room, $74 plus tax for premium double room. Specify the “MLEP Conference” when making reservations and rooms must be held on valid credit card. Call 800-555-1714. Reservations at group rate can be made until March 20, 2012. Cancellation penalty applies if cancelled less than 3 days before arrival.

April 10 - 11 - Northern Lights Convention Center, Walker
Room rates for conference are $65 plus tax for standard room. Specify the “MLEP Conference” when making reservations and rooms must be held on valid credit card. Call 866-652-4683. Reservations at group rate can be made until March 26, 2012.

Keeping the Forest & Cabin in the Family: Succession Planning (8 hrs. MLEP Cr.) register

Many landowners want to keep their property in the family. Successful land transfers have less conflict if families engage in discussions before selecting a legal option for the transfer. Learn tips and techniques for successful discussions and the legal options for a transfer. An attorney familiar with keeping the farm, forest, or cabin in the family will help guide the process. Multiple family members are encouraged to attend together. Minimum of 10 families. Mike Reichenbach and Becky Hagen- Jokela, University of Minnesota Extension, and Allison Eklund, Eklund Law.

COST: $100 per family - lunch on your own

March 9 - Duluth (MN Family Woodlands Conference)

Mapping Your Land with GPS (8 hrs. MLEP Cr.) register

This hands-on, practical workshop begins with collecting field data using a GPS receiver. You'll then move to a lab and import the data onto a computer, where it will be displayed on a map using free software. Detailed handouts will guide participants in recreating this at home with a standard handheld GPS receiver. Dress for the outdoors. The class is limited to 28 participants. GPS receivers are provided for class use. John Geissler, Boulder Lake Environmental Learning Center and Dave Chura, Minnesota Logger Education Program.

March 9 - Duluth (MN Family Woodlands Conference)

Minnesota Forest Pest Detector Training (8 hrs. MLEP Cr.) register

Become informed about the occurrence of emerald ash borers, gypsy moths, Asian longhorned beetles and other invasive species. At the close of the workshop, you'll have the ability to be the front line defense against potential infestations. Use this knowledge to meet, work with, and educate the public about exotic forest pests as a Forest Pest First Detector. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to become a certified tree inspector by taking an optional test at the close of the workshop. You do not need to become a First Detector to attend. Angela Gupta, University of Minnesota Extension.

March 9 - Duluth (MN Family Woodlands Conference)

Minnesota Family Woodlands Conference - Saturday Breakout Sessions (4 or 8 hrs. MLEP Cr.) register

This conference is being held at the Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center (DECC). On Saturday, there is a wide variety of breakout sessions taking place. Attend 3 sessions for 4 hrs. MLEP credit, or 6 sessions for 8 hrs. MLEP credit. A description and schedule can be found here. Please register for credit via the MLEP website to ensure you receive credit for the classes you attend. Upon website registration, you will receive a schedule and form for you to register for the specific classes you wish to attend.

March 10 - Duluth (MN Family Woodlands Conference)

Timber Harvest Tour (4 hrs. MLEP Cr.) register

Join a field tour to see various logging operations that have been completed. An active timber sale may also be viewed. Discussion will include the goals and objectives of a timber harvest, site considerations, prescriptions, and results. The goal of the tour is to increase participant's knowledge of the opportunities and limitations of logging equipment and harvest operations. The tour is limited to 30 participants. Jason Meyer, St Louis County Land Department.

March 9 - Duluth (MN Family Woodlands Conference)

Truck Weight Compliance Training (8 hrs. MLEP Cr.) register

The training has been updated to reflect 2012 truck weight legislative changes. Participants will review the laws governing gross weights, road-restriction weights, axle weights, and seasonally increased weights. The workshop will also address the differences between the state and local systems, road damage issues, reading weight charts, and the advantages and reasons for proper tire sizes, axle spacing, and axle configurations. Professional and easy to understand classroom and “take home” materials will help you identify potential concerns with your own trucks and assist you in optimizing your own configurations and options.

This workshop is being funded by the Minnesota Department of Transportation. The instructor is retired State Patrol Lieutenant Greg A. Hayes.

This workshop includes coffee breaks and program materials. Registrants are on their own for lunch.

January 24 - Detroit Lakes
February 1 - Arden Hills
February 8 - Mankato
February 15 - St. Cloud
February 23 - Moorehead
March 2 - Alexandria
March 7 - Bloomington
April 4 - Duluth
April 10 - Bemidji
April 18 - Alexandria
April 25 - Rochester