Standing Up for North Carolina's Logging Industry

North Carolina's logging industry is essential to our state's economy, forests, and rural communities. The Carolina Loggers Association exists to ensure the professionals who make that possible have a strong voice, trusted resources, and an organization working on their behalf every day.

Through advocacy, education, safety initiatives, and industry partnerships, the CLA is committed to protecting the future of logging while supporting the men and women who keep our forests working.

Explore the latest industry news, safety resources, upcoming events, and member benefits.

Protecting the industry. Supporting our members. Building the future.

Member Directory Directory

Connect with trusted industry members.

Events

Training, meetings, and industry opportunities.

News

Stay informed on the issues affecting logging.

Regulatory

Important updates from state and federal agencies.

What Your CLA Is Working On

Chairman's Corner

Chairman Stacy Reel shares why safety, strong partnerships, and industry unity remain essential to North Carolina logging.

Preparing for Fuel Price Spikes

Practical ways logging businesses can track fuel costs, improve efficiency, and prepare for future price increases.

Transportation Law Update

Learn about important legal and regulatory changes affecting North Carolina's logging and transportation industry.

Keeping Your Business Steady

Smart financial strategies and commercial credit insights to help logging businesses navigate changing markets.

You Are Our Mission

CLA empowers North Carolina’s logging professionals with the tools, knowledge, and representation needed to thrive in today’s forest products industry. From certified safety training and strategic partnerships to legislative advocacy and sustainability initiatives, CLA brings loggers together to raise standards, promote operational excellence, and build a stronger, safer future for the industry. As a 501(c)(6) nonprofit, the Carolina Loggers Association unites the voices of those who power North Carolina’s forests.

About the CLA

Membership Benefits

Networking

Stay connected to North Carolina’s logging community through CLA’s network of professionals, events, and shared knowledge that help you grow your business and strengthen relationships within the industry.

Leadership

CLA represents North Carolina’s loggers at every level of government, ensuring your voice is heard on the issues that affect your work, your safety, and the future of our forests.

Trust

CLA builds partnerships across the logging community to support safety, education, and responsible forestry, uniting industry leaders and local associations for a stronger and more sustainable future.

Become a Member

Your voice is stronger when we stand together.
Join the Carolina Loggers Association and help protect the future of North Carolina's logging industry. As a member, you'll gain access to industry resources, trusted partnerships, advocacy, and a network of professionals working together to strengthen our profession.

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“Company owners, supervisors, and managers must do everything possible to prevent an accident. Talk to your employees about safe driving, set clear policies, and make sure everyone goes home at the end of the day.”

Greg Plumley

Loss Control Director, Forestry Mutual Insurance Company

“Our industry is made up of strong individuals with a clear focus on what we want to accomplish, and your CLA is here to listen and help with the challenges in front of us.”