33507 Recreation Road 230
North Fork, CA 93643

The 66th Annual Mid-Sierra Loggers Jamboree “Timber & Tradition!” July 4th & 5th 2026

This event, annually located at the North Fork Recreation Center, pays tribute to the loggers of time past and those still keeping the tradition alive today. Participants in the Jamboree help us appreciate and honor the loggers craft and hard work, while keeping us entertained throughout the competition. All proceeds from the Jamboree go into The North Fork Boosters General Fund to keep local facilities, programs, and events going year after year. In between the competition’s events there are local food vendors and crafts to purchase, and if you feel the need to cool off then head down to the swimming area for a dip.

For more information about this years event, please see below and the event flyer.

Tickets

Tickets for Sundays Main event, when the Professionals compete, can be purchased from the Logger’s Jamboree Queen, Little Princess and Little Logger Contestants prior to the event.

Tickets are $2 if purchased from the contestants or $5 at the gate.

Note: These pre-sale tickets are good for Sundays event only. There are no pre-sale tickets for Saturday’s event, when the amateurs compete. Tickets for Saturday can be purchased at the gate for $5.

Participant Qualifications

Professional (Sunday Event)- Participants must have competed in the Loggers Jamboree previously, either as an amateur or professional.

Amateur (Saturday Event)- Participants must not have participated as a professional previously.

*Participant entry fees will depend on the number of events competed in.

Loggers Jamboree Queen

It wouldn’t be a a Loggers Jamboree without a Queen! Every year a young woman from the community is crowned for their exceptional fundraising abilities. These dedicated and hopeful Queens-to-be will sell Loggers Jamboree Raffle tickets to raise money for the North Fork Boosters beginning in May at the Loggers Jamboree Kick-Off Dinner/Dance at Town Hall. Requirements for entry:  Girls ages 13-18 years, single, no children. Contact Jennifer Casner-Fitzwater at (559) 676-7648 for more information.

If you are a previous Loggers Jamboree Queen and have pictures, we would love to put them on the site!

Little Princess and Little Logger

Our Little Princess and Little Logger are the most adorable part of the Jamboree! Children in the community ages 2-6 years are qualified to sell Loggers Jamboree raffle tickets with their family.  This competition is comparatively new to our others, but with the overwhelming amount of cute kids in the community we had to do something!  Contact Cathey Thornburg at (559) 676-7766 for more information.

Loggers Jamboree Parade

On Saturday there is the Loggers Jamboree Parade going through North Fork’s Main street. If you are interested in having a float in this year’s parade please complete the Parade Form and email it to Kara@BassLakeRealty.com.

Contact Kara Shearer at 559-676-0442 for more information.

The Wood Chopper’s Ball

Be sure not to miss out, the Ball is a great time for everyone.  On Saturday night visitors and locals come together to dance the night away.  Located at the Rec. Center and starting at 8 pm the Wood Chopper’s Ball is meant for anyone who likes foot stompin’ music, hootin’ and hollering!  In North Fork we always have our dancing shoes on!  Come join us and enjoy the music.

Presale tickets will be available until July 1st.

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A SPONSOR, VENDOR, OR ADVERTISING IN OUR “CHIPS” PROGRAM? Contact Cathey Thornburg @ (559) 676-7766

65th Annual Mid-Sierra Loggers Jamboree Winners

Champion Logger: Nate Hodges

Queen: Mia Garcia

Junior Princess: Avery Hodges

Junior Logger: Liam & Luke Guizar

Little Princess: Brynlee Russell

Little Logger: Arbor Hodges

Pro Am

1st Place: Nate Hodges and Josh Bullard
2nd Place: JB Thornburg and Mark Wilson
3rd Place: Louis Garcia and Jessie Hutchens Jr.
4th Place: Pete Curtis and Jake Curtis

Jason Taylor Ax Throw

1st Place: Nate Hodges
2nd Place: Jerry Hodges
3rd Place: Rudy Bates
4th Place: Zack Montgomery

Working Saw

1st Place: JB Thornburg
2nd Place: Jerry Hodges
3rd Place: Zack Montgomery
4th Place: Mike Morrow

Junior Ax Throw

1st Place: Jacob Davidson
2nd Place: Teagan Palmer
3rd Place: Olivia Hodges
4th Place: Ethan Garcia

Pro Events