Wynford FFA

FORESTRY TEAM MOVES ON TO STATE

By: Trey Fearing and Sara Hoffman

Did you know the amount of oxygen produced by an acre of trees per year equals the amount consumed by 18 people annually. One tree produces nearly 260 pounds of oxygen each year. On September 9th, 2013 the Wynford FFA Chapter competed at the District Forestry Contest. The contest was held at Camp Michael in Bucyrus, Ohio. There were 8 teams that competed. The contest covers 4 different sections: tree identification, general forest knowledge, chainsaw safety, and timber cruising. The team won the contest with Annika Gerlach, Aryn Copeland, Alexis Ross, and Luke Scott. Annika Gerlach placed first overall and Aryn Copeland placed 4th overall. The team of 4 will move on to compete at the State Forestry Contest held on Saturday, October 5, 2013 at Hocking Hills College.