Bar codes on the ends of each board contain information detailing everything from where the trees came from to the day they were processed. This information is useful in keeping long range data to determine the sustainability of the resource. I am amazed at the technology used in the industry now. There are unbelievable opportunities for careers in the forest industry. Westvaco Pulp, Paper and Chemical Facility Truck unload their wood chips by being tilted.
Teachers examine the control room.
Almost every aspect of the paper mill is controlled from this point. The final results - informed teachers with packaged rolls of Kraft paper ,ready to be shipped and used throughout the world. Next, the teachers were treated to a delicious meal at the Sewee Visitor s Center in Awendaw. After viewing a film on the wildlife refuge and the national forest, teachers came face to face with a screech owl as they discussed wildlife rehabilitation with a representative of the Center for Birds of Prey. Teachers tour the exhibits at Sewee Visitors Center and later tour the grounds.