BSA CHAINSAW SAFETY COURSE

Camp Gorton

Feb. 21st, 2026

9:00am - 3:00pm

This course will teach you how to safely operate a chainsaw and will give you the ability to operate a chainsaw at Scout Camp.

• Bring your own saw – must have a chain brake
• Bring your own fuel and bar oil
• Bring your own safety gear – chaps, boots, gloves, helmet and eye protection at the minimum
• Bring your own lunch

Cost: Free, max 10 participants

Registration Closes: Feb. 14th, 2026

Location: Camp Gorton

Required Resources to read: (before course)

BSA Chainsaw Learning Journal: http://www.scouting.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Chain-Saw-Learning-Journal-20210729.pdf

BSA Chainsaw Safety Moment: Click here

If you have any questions about this course, please contact Tom Miller at highadventure@gfcscouting.org