Indiana Hardwood Lumbermen's Association

05/19/2026

04/16/2026

🌳 Ready to sharpen your hardwood knowledge and boost your value in the industry?

Join us for Introduction to Hardwood Lumber Quality & Grading – Hardwood University on April 29!

This hands-on class will cover:
✔️ Why lumber is graded and how it impacts value
✔️ How to measure boards and apply NHLA grading rules
✔️ Practice grading real sample boards
✔️ How log quality and mill operations affect lumber grade and profitability

Whether you're new to the industry or looking to strengthen your skills, this course is designed to give you practical, real-world knowledge you can apply immediately.

📍 Purdue University Martell Forest
💲 Affordable, one-day training with lunch included

👉 Don’t miss out—register today:

Basic overview of reasons for grading lumber, measurement of boards, and NHLA lumber grading rules. Limited practice of grading sample boards. Discuss how log quality affects lumber grade and how head sawyer, resaw, edger, and trimmer operators can maximize value potential (Gazo). Agenda: 9:30 – 9...

03/09/2026

🌳 Hardwood University: Tree Bucking Class 🌳

Want to get more value out of every tree? Join us for the Tree Bucking – Hardwood University class and learn how proper bucking decisions can significantly increase the value of lumber, veneer, and other wood products.

During this one-day class, participants will explore:
✔️ How to determine optimal log lengths
✔️ Factors that influence bucking decisions
✔️ The economic impact of correct vs. incorrect bucking

📅 April 1, 2026
📍 C.C. Cook & Son Lumber Company – Reelsville, IN

Hardwood University classes are a great opportunity for IHLA members and their employees to gain practical, hands-on knowledge and improve operations in the hardwood industry.

👉 Register here:

The value of lumber, veneer, and other wood products that come from a given tree can be significantly increased when that tree is cut to optimal log lengths. Factors that influence bucking decisions, along with the economic impacts of correct and wrong bucking choices will be discussed. (Gazo, Carls...

02/23/2026

🎓🌟 IHLA Scholarship Applications Are Open! 🌟🎓

Do you know a student pursuing a career in the hardwood industry or a related field? Encourage them to apply for the IHLA Scholarship!

✅ Applicants must have an IHLA sponsor to be eligible
📅 Applications are due by March 31st
📧 Completed applications can be emailed to [email protected]

Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in the future of our industry!

Download the application here:
👉https://www.ihla.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/IHLA-Scholarship-Application.pdf

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02/19/2026

📚🌳 Sign up for our March Hardwood University class! 🌳📚

The Indiana Hardwood Lumbermen's Association is excited to host another Hardwood University class — and you won’t want to miss this one!

🔥 Kiln Drying Hardwood Lumber 🔥
Whether you're new to kiln operations or looking to sharpen your skills, this class will provide valuable insights, practical knowledge, and industry best practices to help you improve your drying process and product quality.

Spots fill quickly, so don’t wait!

👉 Register today:

Discuss various methods and types of dry kilns, and their pros and cons. Learn to develop a kiln-drying schedule and a way to select and check kiln samples. Discuss lumber drying defects and how to prevent them (Gazo). You can REGISTER ONLINE or complete a pdf registration form HERE. Agenda: 9:30 .....

01/27/2026

As we welcome the hardwood world to Indianapolis February 2-4, take a look at the membership reach of IHLA. We have members in the 36 states (even Hawaii) and 4 Canadian provinces shaded on this map, showing that we are a lot more than a single-state association. See you at the IHLA Convention and safe travels!

01/23/2026

⏰ Last Call for IHLA Convention Registration!

Don’t miss out! Register before 10:00 AM on Wednesday, January 28th to secure your spot.

👉 Sign up now: https://www.ihla.org/ihla-convention/

📬 Mailing your registration?

If it hasn’t gone out yet, email it to [email protected] instead so we receive it in time.

We can’t wait to see you there!

12/29/2025

⏰ Last Chance to Save on the IHLA Convention! ⏰

🚨 Early bird pricing ends December 31! 🚨

Don’t miss your opportunity to save money and lock in the best rate for the IHLA Convention. This premier event brings together leaders, professionals, and suppliers from across the hardwood industry—and you won’t want to be left out.

💰 Register by 12/31 to take advantage of early bird savings
📅 Pricing increases after December 31
👉 Secure your spot today!

🔗 Register now:

IHLA CONVENTION & EXPOSITION Registration for the 2026 Convention & Exposition is open! register here If you'd like a fillable paper registration click here. Hotel

12/16/2025

📢 Registration Reminder – 2026 IHLA Convention & Expo 📢

Registration is open for the 2026 IHLA Convention & Expo on February 2–4, 2026, at the J.W. Marriott in Indianapolis.

The IHLA Convention provides valuable opportunities to:
• Network with hardwood industry professionals
• Participate in educational sessions and presentations
• Explore products and services in the Exhibit Hall
• Connect with peers and industry leaders

Early bird registration pricing ends December 31. Make sure to register before the end of the year to get the best available rate!

👉 Register today: https://www.ihla.org/ihla-convention/

We have limited hotel rooms left at the JW Marriott so make sure you book your rooms today!

👉 Book your room here : https://book.passkey.com/event/51003302/owner/1463968/home

There is also an overflow block at Indianapolis Marriott Downtown