What is the cost of additional training requested by a Bigfoot Forestry franchisee?
Bigfoot_Forestry Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| TYPE OF FEE 1 | 2, 3 AMOUNT | DUE DATE | REMARKS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Training Fee | $500 per person per day (plus Travel Expenses for onsite training) | 10 days after invoice | Payable for each person who attends: initial training after you open (e.g. new Managing Owner or Project Manager); retraining after failing a prior attempt; remedial training; or additional training you request. You must also reimburse all Travel Expenses we incur for training onsite in your territory. We do not charge for other training programs. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 12–15)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bigfoot Forestry's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees may request additional training, which comes at a cost. The additional training fee is $500 per person per day. This fee applies not only to additional training a franchisee requests but also to initial training after opening for new Managing Owners or Project Managers, retraining after a failed attempt, and remedial training.
In addition to the per-person, per-day training fee, the franchisee is responsible for covering all travel expenses incurred by Bigfoot Forestry for providing onsite training within the franchisee's territory. These travel expenses are separate from the training fee itself and must also be reimbursed.
It is important to note that Bigfoot Forestry does not charge for other training programs beyond those specifically listed. This suggests that some training may be included as part of the initial franchise package or offered at no additional cost under certain circumstances. Franchisees should clarify the scope of included training versus additional training during their due diligence.