NAFEW 2026

Growing Resilient Forests and Communities

University of Montana

Missoula, MT

Join us for the North American Forest Ecology Workshop in Missoula, Montana June 23-26, 2026. Our theme is Growing resilient forests and communities.

This conference will host plenary talks, scientific presentations, and field trips exploring the science and management of how to create and maintain resilient forest ecosystems and the human communities embedded in them. Focusing on innovative science, partnerships, and creative management, the conference will host topics on ways to foster forest communities that are resilient to climate stress, disturbance, and societal change. All topics related to forest ecology and management are welcome. 

Registration is now OPEN! Please see our registration page for more information.

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