About the Tour

The Think Wood Mobile Tour is a museum-quality display that showcases the environmental and economic benefits of softwood lumber and engineered wood products in both residential and commercial construction. The traveling exhibit features interactive elements, product and connection examples, and models, telling the wood story from forest to market.

The tour is provided in partnership by the Softwood Lumber Board, U.S. Forest Service, the U.S. Endowment for Forestry and Communities, and the APA – Engineered Wood Association, and is endorsed by the National Building Museum.

As of March 16, 2020, the Softwood Lumber Board has suspended the Think Wood Mobile Tour. With states of emergency imposed in several states and events canceled nationwide, it is prudent to do so. SLB staff will continue to monitor and adjust activities based on guidance from authorities on risk assessment and mitigation protocols.

Guidelines for Event and Venue Scheduling

• 20 x 45′ minimum space requirement. Level space with easy access should be provided so that the Think Wood Mobile Tour unit (TWMT) can be parked within 50 feet of access to electricity. (110 V) 

• The TWMT will not pay for booth space rental nor electricity. Space must be complimentary or furnished by a sponsor secured by the host organization or venue.

• All scheduled events remain tentative pending available staff and funding, which may not be confirmed until two weeks prior to the event.

• The Softwood Lumber Board and the TWMT will determine the tour schedule based on the type and size of venue, geographic location, proximity to other scheduled events, and other considerations. Events and venues that attract architects, developers, engineers, contractors, the lumber industry, and forestry events will be given priority.