Forest Health, Insect, and Disease Briefing & Forest Landowners Conference
- Length
- 7-18 hrs (1-3 days)
- Language
- English
- Note
- Register for one or all events.
About the In-Person Events
Penn State Extension and the James C. Finley Center for Private Forests at Penn State, along with numerous partners, present two events over three days at a single venue: the Forest Health, Insect, and Disease Briefing, and the 2025 Forest Landowners Conference.Â
Participants may register for one or all events. All attendees are invited to an afternoon reception between the two main events to network, connect, and share insights with fellow forest enthusiasts.
Forest Health, Insect, and Disease Briefing
In partnership with the Pennsylvania Bureau of Forestry, Division of Forest Health, Penn State Extension presents the Forest Health, Insect, and Disease Briefing. This focused, single-day event delivers critical updates on the health of Pennsylvania’s forests, covering current insect and disease challenges. Attendees can look forward to a full day of essential presentations and information, with lunch included.
Forest Landowners Conference
Hosted by the James C. Finley Center for Private Forests at Penn State and partners, the Forest Landowners Conference provides invaluable resources for individuals who own, manage, or appreciate forests. Whether you’re a forest landowner, an aspiring woodland steward, or a passionate advocate, this event offers the knowledge and tools to deepen your connection to the land. Engage with presentations, exhibits, field tours, workshops, and discussions to enhance your woodland stewardship. Lunch is included for all attendees on March 7. Additional half-day workshops and field tours on March 8 provide opportunities for more in-depth learning on specific topics.Â
Earn Credits
Forest Health, Insect, and Disease Briefing
- PDA Core
- PDA Category
- Society of American Forester CFE
- International Society of Arboriculture
- Sustainable Forest InitiativeÂ
Sponsor/Exhibitor Opportunities
Interested in becoming a conference sponsor or exhibitor? Join us as a conference Sponsor or Exhibitor and share your organization's services and expertise in forest stewardship. Full details are available on our registration site for conference sponsors and exhibitors.
Registering before the event is encouraged and appreciated!
- Forestry and other natural resource management professionals
- Forest landowners of all property sizes and experiencesÂ
- Anyone interested in learning more about good forest stewardship and the ins and outs of forest systems
- Valuable updates on current forest health practices and the threats facing Pennsylvania's forests
- Expanded knowledge of forest impacts from insects, diseases, invasive plants, and other health issues
- Management practices and control methods for maintaining or improving forest health
- Insights on:
- Healthy forests and tree care
- Managing for wildlife
- Planning your forest’s legacy
- Supporting pollinators
- Addressing nuisance plants and pests
- Identifying mushrooms and more!
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