The Lumberjack Challenge, organized by Model Forest of Newfoundland and Labrador is a fast paced, head to head competition featuring several traditional lumberjack events that takes place during the East West North Expo. Teams of three will test their skills in several events including cross cut, buck saw, run/cut/split, stock saw, hot saw, cookie cut, and kettle boil. New teams are always encouraged and no previous competition experience is required. An experienced competitor, Tara Morgan, encourages anyone with an interest to come out and register and says “People shouldn’t be discouraged by their size, the small person with good technique and a steady hand can easily compete with a larger person relying on strength”. Competitors that prove their worth will take home $1500 in cash prizes!!