Bridging Traditional and Emerging Forestry Markets

Wed., April 8, 2026 | 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Kemp Natural Resources Station

Bridging Traditional and Emerging Forestry Markets: Trends, Tools, and Opportunities for Forest Managers

Woodruff, Wis.

Join forestry professionals, landowners, and natural resource managers for a full-day educational event focused on the evolving landscape of forest markets. This program will explore current trends in hardwood lumber and broader forest markets while highlighting emerging opportunities such as forest carbon programs and other new market pathways. Attendees will be able to network and connect with other forestry professionals and partners.

Speakers will discuss how traditional forest products and newer market opportunities intersect with forest management decisions, including the benefits and considerations of incorporating carbon into a forest management plan. Participants will gain insights into market trends, landowner opportunities, and potential changes shaping the future of forestry. This event is open to all foresters, land managers, and all natural resource professionals.

 
 
 
 

Meeting Details

Registration closed.

Cancellation Policy

Requests received by Tuesday, March 31, 2026 will be granted a full refund. No refunds will be granted on or after Wednesday, April 1, 2026. To receive a refund, a written request must be made to wfc@uwsp.edu.

Attendees will walk away with:

  • Insights on current and emerging forestry market trends
  • Opportunities in carbon and ecosystem service markets
  • Practical tools and strategies for forest management decisions
  • Networking time with forestry professionals across the region
  • Continuing Education (CEUs or CFEs)

Anyone welcome!

  • Consulting foresters
  • Private woodland owners
  • Natural resource professionals
  • Logging contractors
  • Forestry students
  • And more!

Continuing Education

This meeting has been pre-approved for the following:

         

The meeting will take place in the Connor Forestry Center at Kemp Natural Resources Station, located at 9161 Kemp Road, Woodruff, WI 54568.

Driving Directions

Map of Kemp Buildings

Free parking is plentiful and available on-site.

Cancellation Policy

Requests received by Tuesday, March 31, 2026 will be granted a full refund. No refunds will be granted on or after Wednesday, April 1, 2026. To receive a refund, a written request must be made to wfc@uwsp.edu.

Dietary Needs

We work hard to communicate all special meal requests and allergies to our caterer. Unfortunately, due to circumstances beyond our control, we cannot guarantee all special dietary needs can be met. If you have dietary needs (i.e., kosher, low salt, low carb, keto, etc.), you may wish to make alternative meal arrangements. Registration fees cannot be adjusted due to special dietary needs.

Meeting Host

Please direct meeting questions to Mike Delegan, ACF-WI Chapter Chair, or Joanna Delegan, ACF-WI Vice Chair.