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The 2016 SAF National Convention will explore the rich history of forestry, land stewardship, and the connections that unite all who create, manage, use, and conserve forests and associated resources to meet desired goals, needs, and values.

Forests form the fabric of the landscapes of Wisconsin and the Great Lakes area, influencing generations of foresters and figuring prominently in the cultures, traditions, and economies of the region. Madison is central to a robust Midwestern forestry community that offers a rich history, a legacy of pioneering forestry environmentalism, and an active contemporary forestry industry. It is a vibrant, safe, walkable capital city that is home to the University of Wisconsin and the world-renowned USFS Forest Products Lab.

Plenary sessions will explore: the history, ecology, and management of the region’s forests; the pioneers of forestry, the lasting impacts of those who came before us, and the similarities shared across the generations; the clarity the land ethic provides for ensuring productive, healthy forest ecosystems and how engaging cultural differences can provide innovative solutions to land management challenges; and insights into how we can adjust our management of forests as well as adapt as a vibrant, relevant profession—from adaptive forest management in the face of a changing climate to welcoming new disciplines into SAF.

For more information, see the conference website.

Event Details

Nov 2 2016, 12am - Nov 6 2016, 12am