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WA - Washington FFA Foundation Golf Tournament
September 15 @ Apple Tree Resort, Yakima, WA
Lunch starts at 12pm, golf at 1pm, dinner and auction to follow at 6pm.
WA - Encuéntranos en Woodard Bay
September 16 4-6pm @ Woodard Bay Natural Area
Free bilingual educational program for families. This event is a part of Latino Conservation Week, an initiative of Hispanic Access Foundation and will feature educational tables and guided walks with local naturalists to learn about the environment and ongoing restoration. Refreshments will be provided!
IN - TradeUp Fest
September 19 @ Noblesville, Indiana
TradeUp Fest celebrates the skilled trades through music, storytelling, and hands-on experiences. It's a one-day cultural event that brings together electricians, welders, builders, operators, machinists, technicians, and makers — the people who power America's infrastructure and middle class. Using music as the catalyst, TradeUp Fest elevates pride in skilled trades careers and inspires the next generation to see the trades as modern, high-skill, respected, and essential to America's future.
OR - Stewardship of Public Lands Across Generations
September 23 @ Wildish Theater, Springfield, OR
CONNECT WITH CORPS - An evening celebrating the evolution of conservation service and stewardship of our public lands. The event will feature Leslie Weldon, a 41-year U.S. Forest Service veteran whose conservation career began as a teen with the Youth Conservation Corps, along with a panel of NYC alumni representing the next generation of conservation leaders. Tickets are $10. Doors open at 6 p.m., with a Tools-of-the-Trade exhibit available to explore before the program begins.
CA - California Forestry Challenge
September 23-26 @ Mountain Meadows, Shasta, CA
USA - Manufacturing Day (MFG Day)
October 2 - Nationwide
Manufacturers across the country open their doors to students, educators, parents and community members to show what modern manufacturing really looks like. Plant tours, hands-on activities, career conversations, classroom visits and community events are changing the way a new generation sees our industry.
WA - Society of American Foresters National Convention
October 6-9 @ Tacoma, WA
"Rooted Future: Growing in a Dynamic World." This event will bring together foresters, researchers, and policymakers to reflect on the rich history of forestry, share current advancements, and look ahead to the future of sustainable forest management. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Washington, a former workforce group presenter, will be featured during a technical session on workforce development on the morning of 10/8.
WA - Yelm High School CARE Night
October 7 @ Yelm High School, Yelm, WA
This community-wide event will feature a diverse range of participants, including 2 & 4-year colleges, trade schools, career training programs, military representatives, professionals from various industries, and local resource organizations. Open to all ages, the evening is designed to connect students and families with valuable information and opportunities.
CA - California Forestry Challenge
October 7-10 @ Redwood Glen, Santa Cruz, CA
CA - California Forestry Challenge
October 10-13 @ Redwood Glen, Santa Cruz, CA
USA - Forest Products Week
October 19-23 - Nationwide
OR - WORKing Together Conference
October 20 @ Salem Convention Center, Salem, OR
The conference will bring together over 500 Oregon businesses, educators, public agency leaders, community-based organizations, elected officials, and workforce professionals to explore local, state, and national best practices, emerging workforce trends, and innovative solutions.
WA - Career Exploration Expo
October 22 8AM-4PM @ Lower Columbia College, Longview, WA
Join local employers and local students for career exploration and learning about Cowlitz County Employers. $175 for exhibitors.
WA - Washington Conference on Science Education
October 24 @ Bellingham, WA
The Washington Science Teachers Association (WSTA) Annual Conference is one of the premier professional learning events for science educators, featuring engaging sessions, practical strategies, networking with colleagues from across the state, and the latest ideas in science and STEM education.
IN - Manufacturing Institute’s Workforce Summit
October 26-28 @ Indianapolis, IN
This year’s Summit focuses on the workforce capabilities manufacturers need to grow and compete. Industry leaders, practitioners and experts will share practical approaches for building strong talent pipelines, developing technical and digital skills and supporting a workforce prepared for rapid technological change. You’ll learn about actionable strategies to improve retention, expand training and create work environments that support long‑term success.
WA - Jobs for the Future's Fall Pathways to Prosperity National Institute
October 28-29 @ Seattle, WA
The Institute brings together partners from across the PtoP coalition, including cross-sector pathways leaders and policymakers at the national, state, and regional levels, for two days of interactive conversations, hands-on learning sessions, and shared problem-solving on the issues that matter most for designing pathways that connect young people to meaningful careers. If you’re interested in attending, please submit their short form. The Institute is an invitation-only event, and completing this form helps them understand your interest. Registration will officially open in summer 2026.
CA - California Forestry Challenge
October 28-31 @ Leoni Meadows, El Dorado, CA
AZ - Pacific Logging Conference’s Annual Meeting
November 1-4 @ Tucson, Arizona
The Pacific Logging Congress is gearing up for a unique 2026 event. Attendees will have rare access to the Caterpillar Proving Grounds - a massive 6,500 acres where you’ll see mining, logging, and construction equipment all working together. The PLC’s mission is education. In addition to seeing the equipment in action, attendees will have the opportunity to hear from speakers and take part in hands-on learning experiences throughout the day.
WA - Pierce County Youth Climate Summit
November 5 @ Pierce College, Puyallup, WA
The Pierce County Youth Climate Summit, a collaboration between Pierce County Planning & Public Works and EarthGen. This middle and high school summit will be at Pierce College, and schools may bring up to 10 students and 1-2 chaperones.
WA - Washington Environmental Education Conference
November 13-15 @ Cispus Learning Center, Randle, WA
Audience: PreK-12 formal and nonformal educators, university staff and students, environmental STEM professionals, outdoor learning professionals, and others interested in supporting environmental, sustainability, and outdoor learning for all students in Washington state.
What to Expect: You can expect to have renewing and connecting time at this year's conference. There will be ample time for learning, activities, conversations, and community building. You'll also have time to reflect, explore on your own, and take time for yourself.
VA - 2026 SAF Rising Professionals Conference
November 17-19 @ Richmond, VA
Under this year’s theme, Root. Rise. Ready., rising professionals from across forestry and natural resources will come together to build connections, strengthen their professional skills, and learn from others across the profession.
MO - Fair Chance to Advance National Summit
November 17-19 @ St. Louis, Missouri
This year’s summit will bring together over 200 leaders from state systems for corrections and community supervision, postsecondary education, and workforce development, as well as policymakers, system-impacted leaders, employers and industry leaders, and other stakeholders committed to ensuring that people with histories of incarceration have a fair chance to advance.
WA - WA STEM Summit
December 3
Registration opens September 15.
OR - Oregon Natural Resources High School Educators Conference
December 15 @ The Oregon Garden, Silverton, OR
OR - Oregon Envirothon Training
December 16 @ The Oregon Garden, Silverton, OR
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