Calendar of Events
Upcoming events.
Welcome to the upcoming events calendar page for Tennessee Forestry Association! Here you will find all the information you need about our upcoming trainings, field days, workshops, meetings, conventions, classes, courses, legislative activities and much more.
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Be Pro Be Proud Tour Stop
An initiative led by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new generation of pride, progress & professionals to America’s skilled workforce.
Collaborating on Carbon Workshop
Collaborating on Carbon
A workshop to understand downstream impacts and the future of US forest carbon markets.
When: June 17-18, 2024 Where: Montgomery Bell State Park, Nashville, TN
Forest carbon market expansion presents a diverse set of social, economic, and ecological impacts. In this workshop, you are invited to share your perspectives on forests, industries, and communities. You will join with other experts, market-actors, and interests in identifying risks and collaborative solutions. This event is the culmination of a project entitled Exploring the Potential Effects of an Expanding Forest Carbon Market in the United States. Attendees will hear a summary of the project’s concept paper, survey, and mapping analysis; presentations from experts, and engage in small group discussions. Thought leaders representing a full range of perspectives and experiences on forest carbon markets are invited to participate in the workshop and contribute to the final results of the project.
Project Partners: U.S. Endowment for Forestry and Communities with the team of Cambium Consulting, Spatial Informatics Group (SIG), and Dovetail Partners
Hosted by: Project partners, in partnership with the Tennessee Department of Agriculture, Division of Forestry
For more information or to register, please visit Collaborating on Carbon | Cognito Forms
TN Master Logger 4-Day Course Starts
The Tennessee Master Logger Program is designed to assist logging business owners and employees in their professional and education requirements focusing on water quality, safety, business management and sustainable forest management. To successfully complete the course and be recognized as a Tennessee Master Logger, participants must attend every class. The Tennessee Master Logger designation is for two years and can be renewed every two years by attending a one-day continuing education session.
TN Master Logger 4-Day Course Day 2
The Tennessee Master Logger Program is designed to assist logging business owners and employees in their professional and education requirements focusing on water quality, safety, business management and sustainable forest management. To successfully complete the course and be recognized as a Tennessee Master Logger, participants must attend every class. The Tennessee Master Logger designation is for two years and can be renewed every two years by attending a one-day continuing education session.
TN Master Logger 4-Day Course Starts
The Tennessee Master Logger Program is designed to assist logging business owners and employees in their professional and education requirements focusing on water quality, safety, business management and sustainable forest management. To successfully complete the course and be recognized as a Tennessee Master Logger, participants must attend every class. The Tennessee Master Logger designation is for two years and can be renewed every two years by attending a one-day continuing education session.
2024 Forestry Camp
FORESTRY CAMP
Early registration for 2024 Forestry Camp is OPEN! With limited space available— don't wait to sign up for the best week of the Summer.
Rising high school juniors and seniors have the opportunity to learn from the best forestry professionals in the Southeast at a camp that has been highly coveted since 1950.
June 2nd - 7th
Fall Creek Falls, Pikeville TN 37367
$95 early registration ⎸ $120 after May 10 at
Register here: https://tnffa.org/forestry-camp
Courses may include tree identification, measurements, compass and pacing, hardwood and pine silviculture, wildlife management, water quality protection, wildfire protection, insect and disease, best management practices, and geographic information systems/GPS.
On top of premiere professional instruction, students get to enjoy a multitude of outdoor activities, relaxation, and competition with 60 FFA students from across Tennessee. We hope to see you this Summer!
For more information, please visit https://tnffa.org/forestry-camp
TN Master Logger 4-Day Course Day 3
The Tennessee Master Logger Program is designed to assist logging business owners and employees in their professional and education requirements focusing on water quality, safety, business management and sustainable forest management. To successfully complete the course and be recognized as a Tennessee Master Logger, participants must attend every class. The Tennessee Master Logger designation is for two years and can be renewed every two years by attending a one-day continuing education session.
TN Master Logger 4-Day Course 2nd Day
The Tennessee Master Logger Program is designed to assist logging business owners and employees in their professional and education requirements focusing on water quality, safety, business management and sustainable forest management. To successfully complete the course and be recognized as a Tennessee Master Logger, participants must attend every class. The Tennessee Master Logger designation is for two years and can be renewed every two years by attending a one-day continuing education session.
TN Master Logger 4-Day Course Graduation Day
The Tennessee Master Logger Program is designed to assist logging business owners and employees in their professional and education requirements focusing on water quality, safety, business management and sustainable forest management. To successfully complete the course and be recognized as a Tennessee Master Logger, participants must attend every class. The Tennessee Master Logger designation is for two years and can be renewed every two years by attending a one-day continuing education session.
TN Master Logger 4-Day Course 3rd Day
The Tennessee Master Logger Program is designed to assist logging business owners and employees in their professional and education requirements focusing on water quality, safety, business management and sustainable forest management. To successfully complete the course and be recognized as a Tennessee Master Logger, participants must attend every class. The Tennessee Master Logger designation is for two years and can be renewed every two years by attending a one-day continuing education session.
TFA Regional Meeting
July 11, 2024
TFA Regional Membership Meeting
Catfish Cabin, Jackson
More info available soon
Be Pro Be Proud Tour Stop
An initiative led by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new generation of pride, progress & professionals to America’s skilled workforce.
Be Pro Be Proud Tour Stop
An initiative led by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new generation of pride, progress & professionals to America’s skilled workforce.
TN Healthy Hardwoods Field Day
No cost to attend, lunch provided
Register by contacting TFA
Be Pro Be Proud Tour Stop
An initiative led by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new generation of pride, progress & professionals to America’s skilled workforce.
Be Pro Be Proud Tour Stop
An initiative led by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new generation of pride, progress & professionals to America’s skilled workforce.
Be Pro Be Proud Tour Stop
An initiative led by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new generation of pride, progress & professionals to America’s skilled workforce.
Be Pro Be Proud Tour Stop
An initiative led by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new generation of pride, progress & professionals to America’s skilled workforce.
Be Pro Be Proud Tour Stop
An initiative led by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new generation of pride, progress & professionals to America’s skilled workforce.
Be Pro Be Proud Tour Stop
An initiative led by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new generation of pride, progress & professionals to America’s skilled workforce.
Be Pro Be Proud Tour Stop
An initiative led by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new generation of pride, progress & professionals to America’s skilled workforce.
Be Pro Be Proud Tour Stop
An initiative led by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new generation of pride, progress & professionals to America’s skilled workforce.
Be Pro Be Proud Tour Stop
An initiative led by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new generation of pride, progress & professionals to America’s skilled workforce.
Be Pro Be Proud Tour Stop
An initiative led by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new generation of pride, progress & professionals to America’s skilled workforce.
TFA Legislative Reception
TFA Legislative Reception
TFA Members & Guest who have RSVP’d for the Legislative Reception will meet at Sheraton Grand Downtown at the Skye Lounge at 5:00 p.m.
For more information on attending Legislative Reception, please contact at TFA.
TFA Tree Day at the Legislature
Please note that times and dates are subject to change.
Be a part of TFA’s Tree Day on March 1!!! Plans are to begin the seedling and mug distribution at 10:00 a.m. at Cordell Hull Bldg. and Capitol.
TFA’s Legislative Reception will kick-off at 5:00 p.m. at the Downtown Sheraton in the Skye Room.
For more information on attending the Tree Day and Legislative Reception, please contact at TFA.
Be Pro Be Proud Tour Stop
An initiative led by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new generation of pride, progress & professionals to America’s skilled workforce.
Be Pro Be Proud Tour Stop
An initiative led by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new generation of pride, progress & professionals to America’s skilled workforce.
Be Pro Be Proud Tour Stop
An initiative led by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new generation of pride, progress & professionals to America’s skilled workforce.
Be Pro Be Proud Tour Stop
An initiative led by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new generation of pride, progress & professionals to America’s skilled workforce.
Be Pro Be Proud Tour Stop
An initiative led by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new generation of pride, progress & professionals to America’s skilled workforce.
Be Pro Be Proud Tour Stop
An initiative led by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new generation of pride, progress & professionals to America’s skilled workforce.
Be Pro Be Proud Tour Stop
An initiative led by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new generation of pride, progress & professionals to America’s skilled workforce.
NHLA 3 Day Intro to Lumber Grading
3-Day Introduction to Grading Hardwood Lumber
Event Website:
Click here for Flyer for Shortcourse
Description:
This introductory course is perfect for those wanting to get a basic understanding of the NHLA Hardwood Grading Rules.
Instructor: Mark Bear, National Inspector
Course Fees: $150.00, Lunch included
For more information please contact:
Larry Pitts
931-572-8592
lpitts@tnforestry.com
2023 Middle TN Regional Meeting
Please Plan to Attend an Upcoming TFA Regional Membership Dinner
TFA hopes you will plan to participate in an upcoming regional membership dinner. Dates, locations, programs, and other details are listed below. To register just call Dana at TFA or email her at dhoward@tnforestry.com.
December 14
Cumberland Mtn. State Park, Crossville
Time: 5:00 social time, dinner at 6 CT
Registration Fee: $30.00 payable at the door
Program: Forestry in Tennessee, Changes and Outlook
David Arnold, TN State Forester
Update On UT School of Natural Resources
Dr. Don Hodges (invited)
Initial Master Logger Course
Master Logger 5-day Initial course
Location: Chuck Swan State Forest Work Center
Time: Start each class at 8:00 a.m ET
Registration Fee: $175.00 for Loggers to attend; Fees waived for TDF staff
Tuesday, November 14: OSHA laws, Highway Safety, Truck Safety, Safety Apparel, In-woods Chainsaw training, tree felling
Tuesday, November 21: Water Quality and BMPs
Tuesday, November 28: CPR/First Aid
Tuesday, December 5: No class
Tuesday, December 12: Silviculture/Biodiversity/Business Management/Graduation
2023 TFA Regional Meeting
East TN Regional meeting
Please Plan to Attend an Upcoming TFA Regional Membership Dinner
TFA hopes you will plan to participate in an upcoming regional membership dinner. Dates, locations, programs and other details are listed below. To register just call Dana at TFA or email her at dhoward@tnforestry.com.
Time: 5:30 social time; dinner at 6 CT
Registration Fee: $30.00 payable at the door
Program: TN Farm Services Administration Director John Litz
FSA Support & Partnership with Forestry in Tennessee
Master Logger Continuing Ed Class
After you attend the 5-day Master Logger initial course, Tennessee Master Logger Graduates must attend a 1-day continuing education class every two years to keep their Master Logger Status at a cost of $85.00.
Initial Master Logger Course
Master Logger 5-day Initial course
Location: Chuck Swan State Forest Work Center
Time: Start each class at 8:00 a.m ET
Registration Fee: $175.00 for Loggers to attend; Fees waived for TDF staff
Tuesday, November 14: OSHA laws, Highway Safety, Truck Safety, Safety Apparel, In-woods Chainsaw training, tree felling
Tuesday, November 21: Water Quality and BMPs
Tuesday, November 28: CPR/First Aid
Tuesday, December 5: No class
Tuesday, December 12: Silviculture/Biodiversity/Business Management/Graduation