California Forestry Association

Your last chance to register for FSI 2026 is TODAY! Don’t miss this opportunity for strategic dialogue, peer connection, and insight into the future of California forestry! 🔗 Learn more and register at calforests.org/fsi2026 #FSI2026 #CalForests #ForestInnovation

The David A. Bischel Forestry Scholarship is now open! This scholarship honors David Bischel’s lifelong dedication to active forest management, leadership, and sound forest practices in California. Apply by April 30, 2026 at calforests.org/bischel-forest… #Calforests

Thousands of acres of burned timber from the Dixie Fire is now being restored through a partnership between Sierra Pacific Industries and Calforests, setting the stage for planting next spring! Photo by Jonathan Fitch, Sierra Pacific Industries #Calforests #ForestRestoration

Cara Ward Mendoza has returned to Calforests as our full-time Operations Officer! We’re excited to have her back in this role as she brings her experience, care,and attention to our work!🌲 Thank you for being part of our community as we continue moving forward together!

FSI 2026 is approaching fast, now is the time to register! Join leaders from across California March 3-4, 2026, at the Forestry Strategies and Innovations Conference in Sacramento🌲🤝 🔗 Register and view the full schedule at calforests.org/fsi2026 #FSI2026 #CalForests

Last month, we welcomed a new group of Registered Professional Foresters who successfully passed the professional exam. This is no small feat! Congratulations to all who achieved this milestone. 🌲👏 #Calforests #ForestryProfession #ForestManagement #SustainableForestry

FSI 2026 is filling fast, and now is the time to register! 📅 Registration closes February 28, 2026 🏨 Limited hotel block available at the Kimpton Sawyer 🔗 Learn more and register at calforests.org/fsi2026

Foresters from Sierra Pacific Industries’ Tahoe District are out in the field before the sun comes up to maximize the number of seedlings replanted and the area covered 🌄🌲 Photo by Jame Wilmot, District Forester, Sierra Pacific Industries #Calforests #ForestManagement

Earlier this month, Rich Wade was recognized by the State Board of Forestry and Fire Protection for nearly 15 years of dedicated public service on the Board! Rich’s leadership and commitment have made a lasting impact on California’s forest policy! 🌲 #Calforests #Leadership

Check out part 2 of our Myth vs Fact series here! Learn more about forestry workforce at caforestryworkforce.com Funding for this project was provided by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection’s Business and Workforce Development Grants #Calforests #CFSJI

Forest management is complex, and it’s often misunderstood. Take a look through Part 1 of our Myth vs Fact series!🌲👷 Funding for this project was provided by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection’s Business and Workforce Development Grants #CFSJI

Join us for 2 days of ideas, collaboration, and real solutions that strengthen forest health, wildfire resilience, workforce opportunities, and the communities that depend on our working forests at our annual Forestry Strategies and Innovations conference in Sacramento! 🌲 #FSI

Every tree a forester harvests or plants is a decision with purpose. It’s about more than the work at the moment, it’s about building healthier, safer forests that support communities and wildlife for years to come🌲 📸Joseph Lavelle, Sierra Pacific Industries #ForestManagement

Protecting communities and forests means ensuring firefighters have the tools they need when wildfire strikes. U.S. House passed legislation led by the late Rep. Doug LaMalfa to keep aerial fire retardant available during emergencies 🚒🌲 Read more: lamalfa.house.gov/media-center/p…

It's officially less than 2 months until our FSI Conference returns March 3-4, 2026! Join us for two days of ideas, collaboration, and real-world solutions that strengthen our forests🌲 📅 Registration closes February 28, 2026 🔗 Learn more at calforests.org/fsi2026 #FSI2026

A career in forestry is about more than a paycheck, it’s about purpose and impact🌲 Build a career you can be proud of while helping care for California’s working forests, today and for generations to come. Visit caforestryworkforce.com to start your forestry career now!!

The great state of California has lost a great advocate and public servant today. Deeply saddened to hear Congressman Doug LaMalfa’s passing this morning. “I thank him for his service and send my deepest condolences to his friends and family. ” – Matt Dias, President and CEO

Calforests CEO & President, Matt Dias, weighed in for CalMatters highlighting a critical challenge in California’s wildfire fight, hazardous forest waste is accumulating faster than it can be safely managed, creating dangerous fuel loads🌲 Read more here! calmatters.org/commentary/rea…

Happy New Year from us to you!🍾✨🎆 We’re stepping into 2026 with gratitude for our forestry community and the shared work that keeps California’s forests strong and thriving! We wish everyone a safe, healthy, and happy 2026! 🌲 #Calforests #ForestHealth #HappyNewYear

As the sun sets on 2025, we’re celebrating a successful year grounded in collaboration and shared progress for California’s forests! Heading into 2026 we’re excited and optimistic for the year to come & wish you a new year full of growth and bright possibilities! 🌄🌲