Southern Loggin’ Times magazine Associate Editor Jessica Johnson travels to Warren, Texas to spend some time with Read Logging, Inc. Billie Read, 44, and Wade Read, 38, are born loggers. They follow in the tradition of their father, grandfather and great grandfather working the woods of east Texas. Read Logging, Inc., which they own and operate today, was founded in 1964 by their parents, Ben and Cherie Read. Cherie is still active in the business today, while Ben passed away in 2006. Today’s operation is much different than in past years, but the brothers still use the knowledge and techniques passed down to them from previous generations. That legacy also includes faith, hard work, honesty and determination, all of which have been vital to the family’s success. The brothers are currently thinning timber that their grandfather, father and their own crews have clear-cut in the past. The Reads have a great respect for their past, but also know they have a very bright future.

Featured Story: “Tried And True”

Written By: Jessica Johnson
Company: Read Logging, Inc.
Location: Warren, Texas
SLT Issue: April 2014

Check out other featured articles in the April 2014 issue of Southern Loggin’ Times magazine.
Southern Loggin’ Times April issue features Read Logging, Inc., based in Warren, Tex., Jeremy Ray Construction, LLC, based in Lugoff, SC, and Lance Whittington Logging, based in Ellerbe, NC. The issue also highlights the upcoming 2014 Richmond Expo. Also covered is cutting tool maintenance and the latest machines and equipment.