2024 SAF National Convention - The Resources We Manage

The theme “The Resources We Manage” references all the considerations that forestry and natural resources professionals need to reflect on when planning and implementing decisions on the ground.

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SAF Member-Get-A-Member Program

The SAF Member-Get-A-Member Referral Program is a win-win for you and the friends you bring along! Every qualifying student or professional you refer that joins SAF brings you a step closer to a reward. Share the opportunities, benefits, and legacy of SAF.

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Check out the Western Forester!

Catch up on the latest forestry news in the Pacific Northwest through SAF's newsletter, Western Forester. The summer edition focuses on forest health including insects, fungal diseases, drought, trends, tools, and more.

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New Certified Urban and Community Forester Credential

This credential promotes the holistic nature of urban and community forestry that’s focused on resource conservation across the canopy intersected with the complex and dynamic infrastructure and stakeholder ecosystem.

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The mission of the Society of American Foresters is to advance sustainable management of forest resources through science, education, and technology, promoting professional excellence while ensuring the continued health, integrity, and use of forests to benefit society in perpetuity.


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SAF is the collective voice and community for consultants, researchers, managers, field foresters, business owners, specialists, technicians, and more. Our members represent the entire spectrum of the forestry profession – nonprofit organizations, forest products industry, public lands, universities, and independent contractors. All forestry and natural resource management students and graduates are eligible for membership with SAF.

“There are just so many opportunities—educational, leadership, and friendships—that I would have missed had I not joined SAF. What started as filling my need for continued education has turned into so much more.” –David Wells, consulting forester and chair elect of OSAF

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ALASKA NEWS

  • Additional Seedlings for Purchase Through Cook Inlet Seedling Sale

    We are excited to announce that on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at 10 a.m., we will add additional seedlings to the online store. This presents a wonderful opportunity for you […]

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OREGON NEWS

  • Oregon SAF Fellow and Golden Member Receives Outstanding Alumnus Award from Penn State

    Portland Chapter member Robert G. (Bob) Devlin has been notified that he is the 2023-24 recipient of the Outstanding Alumnus Award from his alma mater, Penn State University, in recognition […]

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WASHINGTON NEWS

  • PNW SAF Leadership Conference 2025

    Save-The-Date for the 2025 PNW LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE The 2025 PNW SAF Leadership Conference is scheduled for Feb 27th-28th at the world famous Skamania Lodge in Stevenson, WA. Hosted by Washington […]

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