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SUMMARY:SAP-Ne Demonstration Site Tour: Bud Leavitt Wildlife Management Area
DESCRIPTION:Cultivating Ash Resilience Across the Landscape — A Webinar and Field Walk Learning Series   \nRegister for the field tour \nApril 16th\, 2026\n9:00 – 1:00 p.m. ET \nBud Leavitt WMA Route 15\, Charleston\, ME 04422 (coordinates will be sent to registrants) \nAgenda  \nExperience the concepts from our silviculture webinar—and more—brought to life in the Maine woods. During our SAP-Ne Demonstration Site Field Tour\, you’ll explore on-the-ground management\, monitoring\, and decision-making within a pre-invasion forest at the Bud Leavitt Wildlife Management Area. SAP-Ne is proud to support the thoughtful ash management at Bud Leavitt and a growing network of demonstration sites\, designed to showcase effective\, hands-on techniques for stewarding ash trees and preserving future generations of ash in the face of emerald ash borer. Learn more by visiting the Sap-Ne website.   \nOur Field Tour Will:  \n\nIntroduce the approaches to preserving ash and promoting ash regeneration implemented by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife (Maine IF&W)  \nExplore the ash silvicultural practices\, insecticide treatments\, and monitoring efforts at Budd Leavitt   \nDiscuss decision-making for ash preservation practices at a site slated for future management  \nCreate a casual atmosphere to network with your community over a provided lunch and casual conversation in the woods  \n\nSpeakers from Maine’s Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife:   \n\nJack Chappen\, Land Management Forester II  \nKate Locke\, Land Management Forester  \n\nAbout the Series:   \nCultivating Ash Resilience Across the Landscape starts with an online webinar to learn silvicultural strategies and explore case studies from the Northeast\, then takes us into the Maine woods for this guided field tour at the Bud Leavitt Wildlife Management Area to see ash stewardship in action. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to participate in one or both upcoming events (space is limited for our in-person tour)! Each event is approved for 1 SAF Continuing Education Credit.  \nWebinar Event: The Silviculture of Ash Stewardship in the Northeast\, April 2nd\, 12:00-1:00 p.m. \nSAP-Ne Demonstration Site Field Tour: Bud Leavitt Wildlife Management Area\, April 16th\, 9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.  Register at the link above.   \nThis series is organized by the Sustaining Ash Partners Network (SAP-Ne)\, a regional network that aims to amplify ongoing efforts to sustain ash by supporting landscape level stewardship\, sharing stories of hope for ash preservation\, and uplifting the cultural significance of ash among Indigenous peoples. The Sustaining Ash Partners Network is supported by the USDA Forest Service Landscape Scale Restoration program.   \nThe Silviculture of Ash Stewardship in the Northeast - SAP-Ne Webinar \n \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Michelle Giles at mgiles@forestguild.org. 
URL:https://foreststewardsguild.org/event/the-silviculture-of-ash-stewardship-in-the-northeast-field-tour/
CATEGORIES:Field event,Northeast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T160000
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SUMMARY:A Spring 2026\, Member-Hosted Guild Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Register \nMay 14\, 2026\n4:00 – 7:00 p.m. ET\nWoodstock\, Vermont \nJoin the Forest Stewards Guild for a lively Guild Gathering at the Hawkes Family Tree Farm in scenic Woodstock\, Vermont!   \nLongtime Guild member Gerry Hawkes has been honored with the 2025 Tree Farmer of the Year Award by the Vermont Woodlands Association\, recognizing his thoughtful ecological forestry practices. To celebrate\, he’s welcoming the Guild community to his beautiful 60-acre property in Vermont’s Southern Green Mountains.   \nTogether\, we will:    \n\nTour the Hawkes Family Tree Farm and explore a vibrant forest shaped by decades of careful silviculture and selective thinning \n\n\nDiscover the ponds and vernal pools Gerry has built for wildlife and learn how his forest roads have been designed to protect their habitat \n\n\nStep into his workshop to see some of the small-scale logging equipment he’s invented over the years \n\n\nFinish the evening with appetizers and s’mores around Gerry’s campfire \n\nGerry is especially eager to welcome early-career professionals and students to his Tree Farm\, giving everyone the chance to see the lasting impact of dedicated management and connect with the next generation of conservation leaders.  \nThis event is part of our 30th Anniversary celebrations\, with member-hosted gatherings that honor decades of ecological forestry and highlight the exemplary stewardship of Guild members nationwide. We can’t wait to see you there
URL:https://foreststewardsguild.org/event/a-spring-2026-member-hosted-guild-gathering/
CATEGORIES:Guild Gathering,Northeast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260610T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T120000
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SUMMARY:Northwest Innovative Forestry Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:Register \n\nEarly Bird: $325 (April 2–May 8)\nRegular Rate: $400 (May 9–May 22) \nStudent Rate: $250\n\nWe are committed to making this summit accessible and do not want cost to be a barrier to participation. A limited number of scholarships are available—please reach out to luke.dauner1@gmail.com if you would like to be considered. \nDates: June 10th at 2:00 p.m. to Noon on June 12\, 2026 PDT\nLocation: Ellsworth Creek Preserve \nTheme: Restoring Watersheds\, Reimagining Forests \nEvent flyer for download \nEvent Summary: \nJoin us at The Nature Conservancy’s Ellsworth Creek Preserve—one of the Pacific Northwest’s most ambitious watershed-scale restoration sites—for a deep dive into ecological forestry\, watershed restoration\, and collaborative land management. Explore a living laboratory where old-growth giants\, recovering salmon streams\, and regenerating forest mosaics reveal what’s possible when science\, community\, and economic viability work in harmony. \nAs in past years\, the summit will center on shared learning\, with a mix of field-based and discussion-oriented sessions. A full-day field tour through the Ellsworth Creek watershed will highlight restoration efforts across the Ellsworth watershed\, exploring how these approaches can inform forest management in increasingly complex ecological\, social\, and operational contexts. We will visit ancient western redcedar forests\, road decommissioning sites\, and stands that demonstrate active adaptive management and innovative silviculture. A diverse group of partners and Tribal leaders will share their experiences and projects\, offering practical lessons and collaborative approaches to forest stewardship across the Pacific Northwest. \nDay 1 will begin with a welcome and grounding in place with The Nature Conservancy and members of the Chinook Indian Nation\, including perspectives on the Willapa landscape\, Indigenous stewardship\, and the ecological and cultural context of the region. Participants will also hear from partner organizations and “parallel projects” across the Pacific Northwest—including Oregon State University\, Columbia Land Trust\, North Coast Land Conservancy\, and EFM Investments and Advisory.  \nDay 2 features a full day in the field at Ellsworth Creek Preserve\, moving through a series of sites that illustrate how adaptive management and silvicultural strategies are applied towards landscape-scale watershed restoration. Discussions will include reference conditions\, road infrastructure and hydrology\, stream restoration and wood placement\, and approaches to thinning and stand development\, alongside broader considerations of restoration goals\, operational constraints\, economics\, and partnerships. The day will conclude with a group debrief and reflection.  \nDay 3 offers an optional field session at Willapa National Wildlife Refuge (U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service). This session will be designed as a deeper\, practice-oriented dive into silviculture\, with a focus on stand-level decision-making\, treatment design\, and implementation. Discussion will include fuels mitigation strategies in west-side forests\, including approaches such as mastication and pre-commercial thinning in young stands\, with opportunities to connect lessons from Ellsworth to participants’ own work and landscapes. \nDraft Agenda (exact times are subject to change): We encourage participants to attend the full summit to maximize opportunities for connection and discussion. If you can only join for part of the event\, please reach out and we’re happy to discuss options. \nWednesday\, June 10\, 2026:  \n2:00 – 5:00 p.m.: Arrive at Ocean Park Camp and Retreat \n5:00 – 6:00 p.m.: Welcome\, Blessing\, and Introduction to Ellsworth Creek \n6:00 – 7:00 p.m.: Presentation from Partner Organizations and Featured Projects \n\nPartner Organizations and project geographies \n\nColumbia Land Trust: Willapa Bay\, Grays River\, Mt. St. Helens and beyond\nOregon State University: Tualatin Mountain Forest\nNorth Coast Land Conservancy: Rainforest Reserve\nEFMI: Forest holdings across the Pacific Northwest\n\n\n\n7:00 p.m.: Dinner  \n  \nThursday\, June 11\, 2026 \n7:30 a.m.: Breakfast \n9:30 a.m.: Depart for Ellsworth Creek \n\nStop 1: Old Growth Cedar stand \n\n\nStop 2: Road Decommissioning Site \n\n\nLunch\n\n\nStop 3: Commercial thinning and stream restoration site \n\n\nStop 4: Young stand thinning site \n\n5:30 p.m.: Return to Ocean Park Camp and Retreat  \n6:00 p.m.: Dinner \n7:00 p.m.: Reflection and Wrap-Up \n  \nFriday\, June 12\, 2026 \n8:00 a.m.: Grab and Go Breakfast \n9:00 a.m.: Depart Ocean Park Camp and Retreat \n9:30 a.m. – Noon: Optional Field Sessions – a Deeper Dive into Silviculture and Management at Willapa National Wildlife Refuge \n  \nLodging Information: \nFree on-site Lodging at Ocean Park Camp & Retreat. Choose the option that best fits your comfort level when you register: \nLocated on a beautiful coastal property along the Long Beach Peninsula Ocean Park Camp & Retreat is primarily shared accommodations\, including Sea Breeze Lodge and Ocean View\, both of which offer comfortable\, camp-style lodging with access to shared bathrooms and showers. \nThe overall atmosphere is relaxed and reminiscent of a classic summer camp setting—social\, informal\, and community-oriented. If that sounds like your style\, please bring a sleeping bag (or linens if preferred)\, a pillow\, and earplugs for added comfort. \nIf you prefer a more independent setup\, you’re also welcome to bring a tent and camp on the property. RVs are welcome as well\, with designated sites available. \nOff-site Lodging  \nPrefer more privacy? You are welcome to arrange your own off-site accommodation and commute to the event each day. Please note that registration costs remain the same regardless of lodging choice. A list of nearby off-site lodging options will be provided soon. \n  \nMeals:  \nAll meals are provided during the summit. This includes snacks upon check-in on Wednesday afternoon\, dinner Wednesday evening\, breakfast Thursday morning\, a sack lunch for the field session on Thursday\, dinner Thursday evening\, and a light\, grab-and-go breakfast on Friday morning. \nPlease indicate any dietary restrictions during registration—we will do our best to accommodate all needs. Additionally\, let us know if you do not plan to attend all scheduled meals. \nOther Notes: \n\nConditions: Field-based sessions will include longer walks on uneven or steep terrain (up to 1.5 miles). Sturdy shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended. \nCarpooling: We encourage participants to carpool to and from the event if possible. Let us know if you are willing to host a carpool or are interested in taking part in a carpool; we will help with organizing. \nRecommended Packing List – coming soon!
URL:https://foreststewardsguild.org/event/northwest-innovative-forestry-summit-2026/
CATEGORIES:Field event,NIFS,Old Growth Forests,Pacific Northwest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T080000
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SUMMARY:National Guild Gathering - Celebrating 30 years!
DESCRIPTION:Registration will open soon! \nSeptember 15 – 17\, 2026\nFreeport\, Maine \nEarly bird prices until June 1\, 2026: \nMembers: $400\nNon-members: $430 \nRegistration June 1st and later: \nMembers: $430\nNon-members:$530 \nStudents may submit a proposal for scholarship and we welcome sponsor donations to cover student registrations! \nEvent flyer \nMore details coming soon… \nJoin us in celebrating 30 years of the Forest Stewards Guild — a milestone gathering to reflect on three decades of transformational change in forest stewardship and chart a bold vision for the next 30 years. \nThis dynamic\, hands-on gathering will bring together practitioners\, scientists\, landowners\, and community leaders for three days of immersive field trips\, working sessions\, and meaningful conversations rooted in ecological integrity. Together\, we’ll explore cutting-edge approaches—from Indigenous stewardship and beneficial fire to workforce development and emerging forest markets—while building lasting connections and a shared vision for the future. Whether you’re a longtime member or new to the Guild\, this is your chance to learn\, contribute\, and help forge a resilient\, inclusive path forward for forests and the people who depend on them.  \nExperience Maine’s rich coastal culture — from vibrant working waterfronts and small-town charm to world-class local cuisine — while engaging in meaningful conversations on forest stewardship\, ecological integrity\, and the future of conservation. \nConnect with Guild members\, staff\, and partners to inspire\, learn\, and act — advancing shared goals in forest  stewardship\, ecological resilience\, and community. \nRegistration includes: \n\nAccess to all conference and workshop sessions\,\nMonday evening Welcome Social\,\nTuesday lunch and access to beautiful coastal trails for a lunchtime stroll\,\nTuesday dinner and reception: private access to the Maine Maritime Museum!\nWednesday Evening Social\,\nThursday lunch\nMore details to come!
URL:https://foreststewardsguild.org/event/national-guild-gathering-celebrating-30-years/
CATEGORIES:Field event,Guild Gathering,Intermountain West,Lake States,Northeast,Pacific Northwest,Southeast,Southwest
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