The American Forest Congress is a proud tradition that has influenced the direction of forest conservation and management in America for more than a century. Since the first American Forest Congress in 1882 to the most recent in 2022, these seminal events have led directly to major outcomes in the forestry sector, including the creation of the U.S.
Upcoming Events
Sep 30 - Oct 4, 2025
The 11th World Conference on Ecological Restoration
SER's World Conference is an exciting and inspiring biennial gathering of global experts in ecological restoration, making the 11th World Conference on Ecological Restoration (SER2025) the premier venue for those interested in being active members of the global restoration community.
Oct 20 - 23, 2025
17th International Wildland Fire Safety Summit and 7th Human Dimensions of Wildland Fire Conference
This International Wildland Fire Safety Summit and Human Dimensions of Wildland Fire Conference brings together wildland fire management agencies, Indigenous knowledge holders and experts, scientists, trainers, and other collaborators from around the world.
Dec 2 - 6, 2025
11th International Fire Ecology and Management
Save the date for the 11th International Fire Ecology and Management Congress in New Orleans, Louisiana!
More information coming soon.
Ongoing Opportunities for Professional Wildfire Training
Association for Fire Ecology Wildland Fire Professional Certification
Prescribed Fire Training Exchanges
National Interagency Prescribed Fire Training Center
Fire Training, Oregon
Wildfire Training Academies, Washington State Department of Natural Resources
Pacific Northwest Wildland Fire Training Center, Redmond, OR (Course Schedule)
The National Wildfire Coordinating Group
Wildland Fire Leadership Development Program
Ongoing Workshops and Courses for Landowners, Developers, and Civic Leaders
Oregon State University's Forestry & Natural Resources Extension Program