The lumber industry has long been a big part of the state’s economy and continues to bring jobs to people willing to work. At the annual Keystone Wood Products Association dinner, industry officials talked about some of the opportunities available and how education is being done to help sustain forestry in the state. Matt McGovern, KWPA educational specialist, spends much of his time spreading the word to youths about careers in forestry. …Chuck Coup, program manager with the Pennsylvania Sustainable Forestry Initiative, noted his organization offers some 30 training programs centered around the industry. …Williamsport/Lycoming Chamber of Commerce Vice President Jason Fink said area high school students were introduced to the industry through the “What’s So Cool About Manufacturing?” program.