Jeff Skirvin
2013 Professional Competitor Bio
| Location: | Clatskanie, OR |
|---|---|
| Height: | 6'4" |
| Weight: | 210 lbs. |
| Family Status: | I'm the father of two sons. We often go logrolling as a family on the weekend. |
| Birthday: | April 8, 1972 |
| Job: | High School Art and Forestry Teacher |
| Interests: | I like traveling to and competing at lumberjack shows with my two sons, Warren and Allen, during the summer. I enjoy hunting, fishing, and making pottery as often as I can. |
| Athlete Since: | 2007 |
| Training per week: | I have built an area on my property for year-round practice and also enjoy lifting weights. When I can, I get together with other competitors to practice and get feedback. |
How did you get involved in lumberjack sports?
From about the age of 8, I would travel around to various
community logging shows with my dad who was an avid competitor.
When did you begin participating/competing in lumberjack sports and the STIHL® TIMBERSPORTS® Series?
I began participating in the events for kids when I was 8 and have been a STIHL competitor for 5 years.
How do you train for the STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Series and other lumberjack competitions?
I have built an area on my property for year-round practice and
also enjoy lifting weights. When I can, I get together with other
competitors to practice and get feedback.
Are you related to any current or former STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Series competitors?
No
Best/strongest STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Series discipline:
Stock Saw
Any advice for the collegiate competitors?
It's a great time. Practice hard and enjoy it.
Name three songs on your training/working out playlist?
The Sound of Music, Sweet Caroline, and Ironman.
Favorite TV Show:
New Girl
Favorite Sports Team:
Green Bay Packers
Proudest moment in your life so far:
I am proud to be the dad of two great young men.
