Demonstrations November 7 & 8
Biochar Production in the Field using Oregon Kilns and Conservation Piles
Kelpie Wilson will facilitate a hand crew working to turn oak restoration slash into biochar using Oregon kilns (steel 4’ x 5’ x 2’ kilns) and piles constructed for biochar creation.In-field training will cover the following elements and more:
Kelpie Wilson will facilitate a hand crew working to turn oak restoration slash into biochar using Oregon kilns (steel 4’ x 5’ x 2’ kilns) and piles constructed for biochar creation.In-field training will cover the following elements and more:
- Equipment needs for safety and production efficiency
- Matching equipment and labor to the size of the job
- How to site kilns for safe operation
- How to assess feedstocks for moisture and suitability
- How to stage feedstock for easy loading into kilns
- Lighting and quenching techniques
- Feedstock loading techniques for efficient and smoke-free operation
- Coping with wind and rain in the field
- Keeping a biochar production log
Volunteers and volunteered equipment (water trucks, hoses, tools, etc.) welcome!
Contact Katie to RSVP and receive location information. And, for information about dress, safety equipment requirements, and support equipment. 541-214-0389 / restoration@longtom.org