Wisconsin Forestry Center
June 2026 Newsletter
| | Host a tour or event for Forest Products Week! | | |
Is your company or organization in the forest products industry? If so, we invite you to host a tour or event for Forest Products Week 2026! Events and tours will take place between October 18 and 24, 2026, and can be in-person or virtual.
By opening your doors, you can demonstrate how you responsibly manage forests, support local jobs, and contribute to the broader economy tied to the forest products sector. Participating in Wisconsin’s Forest Products Week also enhances brand visibility and credibility, positioning your organization or company as a transparent and engaged industry partner. Hosting a tour or educational event provides an opportunity to highlight modern technology, environmental stewardship practices, and career pathways in forestry and manufacturing, helping to inspire future talent and strengthen public trust in the industry.
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Wednesday, July 8
11 am - 12 pm CT
Presented by Neil Gifford, Conservation Director, Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission, Albany, NY
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Wednesday, August 5
12 - 1 pm CT
Presented by Emily Hohman, Director, Fire Learning Network
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Wednesday, September 2
12 - 1 pm CT
Presented by Molly McCormick, Program Manager, Southwest Fire Science Consortium
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Wednesday, October 7
12 - 1 pm CT
Presented by Jennifer Fawcett, Ph.D., Wildland Fire Extension Specialist, North Carolina State University/SERPPAS Prescribed Fire Work Group Coordinator and Michelle Ly, Conservation Coordinator, The Nature Conservancy in North Carolina
| | The Prescribed Fire for Forest Management is generously supported by the Platinum Sponsors listed below. | |
Forest Management Strategies for a Changing Climate
| | A warming climate is stressing forests through higher temperatures and shifting precipitation. As impacts grow, forest managers need strategies to help ecosystems adapt now and prepare for future challenges. Guided by the Northern Institute of Applied Climate Science (NIACS) Forest Adaptation Menu, this webinar series highlights practical approaches, combining adaptation theory with real-world insights from forest managers applying science on the ground. | | Realigning Ecosystems After Disturbance | | |
WHEN: June 17, 2026 | 12 - 1 pm CT
WHERE: Online via Zoom
COST: Free | Registration not required
| Join us as we discuss realigning ecosystems after disturbance and other practical applications of Strategy 10 from The Adaptation Workbook created by the Northern Institute of Applied Climate Science (NIACS). Laura Slavsky, a Resilience Forester at The Nature Conservancy in Minnesota, will discuss her work planning and directing post-fire reforestation efforts in Northeastern Minnesota. John Lampeurer will discuss the restoration and reforestation efforts following large scale disturbance events including the July 2019 derecho event. This large windstorm caused widespread damage across northern Wisconsin including 130,000 acres of forest within the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. | | |
Season 7 Episode 6 | released June 1
What tree begins life looking more like a tuft of grass, survives repeated fires for years on the forest floor, and then suddenly bolts toward the canopy in a remarkable growth spurt? The longleaf pine, of course! Pinus palustris, also known as longleaf pine, is one of the most unique and ecologically important tree species in North America. Once dominating the coastal plains of the southeastern United States, longleaf pine forests have been reduced to less than 5% of their historic range. Yet these forests remain among the most biologically diverse ecosystems on the continent.
In this episode of SilviCast, we explore the fascinating life history of longleaf pine and the silvicultural practices being used to restore these iconic forests. Join us for a conversation with Steve Jack, Executive Director of Boggy Slough Conservation Area, who shares insights from decades of longleaf pine restoration work across the southern United States.
| | This episode of SilviCast is sponsored by: | | CHECK OUT PREVIOUS EPISODES | | Continuing Education Credits | | The WFC offers a variety of continuing education options, such as online on-demand courses. They are pre-approved for SAF and WI-DNR Cooperating Forester credits. | | |
Looking for the next step in your forestry career or your next hire? Check out our free forestry jobs board.
Job seekers: Check out current full-time, part-time, and seasonal positions across all forestry sectors.
Employers: Get the word out about your job openings by sending them to the WFC.
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