Take the 1908 Civil Service Exam for Forest Ranger

Think You Have What It Takes To Be a Forester?

Here’s the a log scaling question:

Name a log scale in common use in your locality and give the contents of logs of the following sizes by this scale:

16 feet long and 26 inches in diameter small end
18 feet long and 30 inches in diameter small end
24 feet long and 18 inches in diameter small end
12 feet long and 15 inches in diameter small end

Take the whole United States Civil Service Commission, Departmental Service — Forest Ranger Examination here.


Published by Norm Benson

My name is Norm Benson and I'm currently researching and writing a biography of Walter C. Lowdermilk. In addition to being a writer, I'm an avid homebrewer. I'm also a registered professional forester in California with thirty-five years of experience. My background includes forest management, fire fighting, law enforcement, teaching, and public information.

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