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Welcome to the new Carolina Loggers Association website.

We’ve refreshed the site to make it easier to stay connected, access resources, and stay informed throughout the year.

Be sure to join us at upcoming events, stay engaged with the latest industry updates, and take full advantage of your membership through networking, advocacy, and partnerships.

We’ll continue adding new content, safety updates, and industry insights to support you and your crews in the work you do every day.

If you haven’t already, take a few minutes to explore the new Member Center and see what’s available to you.

Be well. Be safe.

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Upcoming Events

FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Requirements

Free Webinar Opportunity

The Virginia Loggers Association and the Carolina Loggers Association are pleased to offer this free webinar through FleetSafe Solutions.

Many employers overlook the complexities of FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Program requirements, risking audits, fines, and safety rating issues due to non-compliance.

This presentation will outline essential components of compliant testing, covering employer responsibilities, common violations, supervisor training, and best practices for managing the program effectively, reducing risk, and ensuring driver protection and compliance.

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.

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.

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Become a Member

Join the Carolina Loggers Association and be part of a strong network working to protect, promote, and grow North Carolina’s logging industry. Membership gives you access to valuable connections, training, and advocacy that keep your business informed and competitive. Together, we’re building a safer, stronger future for logging.

Become a member today!

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