Getting trees out of the forest and into the aisles of your local home improvement store is a feat of modern engineering. Ever wonder how a massive log becomes a stack of perfect 2x4s in seconds?
Join NC State Extension Forestry for an exclusive look inside the Troy Lumber Company. This tour offers a front-row seat to the entire primary processing journey:
- Receiving & Debarking: How raw logs are prepared.
- The Sawline: Precision cutting technology in action.
- Sorting & Logistics: How lumber is organized and staged for global shipment.
Event Details
- Date: June 23, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM
- Location: 200 Glen Road, Troy, NC
Safety & Gear Sawmills are loud, active, and fascinating environments. To keep everyone safe:
- Required: You must wear long pants and closed-toe shoes.
- PPE: Hard hats and earplugs are required. Please bring your own if you have them; otherwise, we will provide them on-site.
Register Now Space is strictly limited to 25 attendees. Don't miss your chance to see the grit and gear behind North Carolina’s timber industry.
