• The American Tree Farm System is a program for woodland owners who are committed to sustainably managing their woods for wood, water, wildlife and recreation. Each state program is run by a diverse group of partners, such as state agencies, non-profit organizations, volunteers, foresters and landowners. At the core of this organization is a flourishing network of people who care deeply about the environment. Certification by the American Tree Farm System (ATFS) tells your community and the world that you stand among the best woodland stewards in America. Click here to visit their page.

  • Facilitated by the Great Plains Institute (www.betterenergy.org), the Bioeconomy Coalition of Minnesota brings everyone involved in the Bioeconomy together to collaborate and grow the industry, along the entire value chain from research and development to production and use. The Coalition aims to position Minnesota as a global leader in the Bioeconomy by working together on a shared strategy. Click here to visit their page.

  • The Blandin Foundation is a private foundation based in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. As of December 31, 2018, the foundation leveraged the proceeds from a trust worth approximately $374 million. Their mission is to be a trusted partner and advocate to strengthen rural Minnesota communities, especially the Grand Rapids area. Their vision is healthy, inclusive rural communities. Click here to visit their page.

  • The Canadian Institute of Forestry provides national leadership in forestry and forest stewardship, while promoting competency among forest practitioners and fostering public awareness and education of Canadian and international forest and forestry issues. Click here to visit their page.

  • Dovetail Partners is a highly skilled team that fosters sustainability and responsible behaviors through collaboration to develop unique concepts, systems, models, and programs. Dovetail excels at solving complex problems and helping responsible organizations succeed. We also help define programs that increase the job creation and the job quality of resource-based industries. Dovetail Partners is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation. Click here to visit their page.

  • The Forest History Center brings to life a recreated 1900s-era logging camp and floating cook shack moored on the Mississippi River. The site also includes a 1930s forest ranger's cabin, fire tower, self-guided trails and a visitor center with interactive exhibits about Minnesota’s forests. The Forest History Center is located at 2609 County Road 76, near Highways 169 and 2 in Grand Rapids. Click here to visit their page.

  • The Forest Resources Association represents the interests of nearly 300 organizations and businesses in the forest products industry. Our members range from loggers, mills, equipment manufacturers, local forestry associations to large corporations. They all share common interests- they rely on the Forest Resources Association to promote the public policy interests of the forest products industry’s supply chain on Capitol Hill and our work to advance operation efficiencies, supply chain relations and technical advancement.

    Great Lakes Rep: tohara@forestresources.org

    Click here to visit their page.

  • The Forest Stewardship Council is an independent, non-profit organization that protects forests for future generations. We are an open, membership-led organization that sets standards under which forests and companies are certified. Click here to visit their page.

  • ForestryWorks® is collaborative effort between the Forest Workforce Training Institute and various partners within the forest industry to develop a pipeline of qualified workers for the nation’s forestry and forest products manufacturing industries. They educate students, parents, and teachers about career opportunities in the forest industry while providing pathways for students and job seekers to start their future career in the industry. Click here to view their page.

  • Established in 1976, the Intertribal Timber Council is a nonprofit nation-wide consortium of Indian Tribes, Alaska Native Corporations, and individuals dedicated to improving the management of natural resources of importance to Native American communities. The ITC works cooperatively with the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), private industry, and academia to explore issues and identify practical strategies and initiatives to promote social, economic and ecological values while protecting and utilizing forests, soil, water, and wildlife. Click here to visit their page.

  • The Iowa Woodland Owners Association is committed to advancing the interests of Woodland Owners, developing public appreciation for their importance and to foster and encourage wise use and management of woodlands and related resources in Iowa. Founded in 1987, the IWOA is a private non-profit organization that welcomes anyone with an interest in woodlands. Members are invited to attend woodland field days and conferences. Click here to visit their page.

  • The Minnesota Association of Consulting Foresters (MACF) was organized by experienced consultants in 1981 to maintain the professional standards of private forestry work. Membership and participation in the Association demonstrate the continuing desire for up-to-date information and techniques, promote the best interests of clients, and strengthen the professional capabilities of the member. Click here to visit their page.

  • The Minnesota Association of Soil & Water Conservation Districts is a nonprofit organization which exists to provide leadership and a common voice for Minnesota’s soil and water conservation districts and to maintain a positive, results-oriented relationship with rule making agencies, partners and legislators; expanding education opportunities for the districts so they may carry out effective conservation programs. The Minnesota Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts (MASWCD) represents the soil and water conservation districts (SWCDs) of Minnesota. Click here to visit their page.

  • The Minnesota Christmas Tree Association (MNCTA) empowers its members with the knowledge and opportunities to become even better producers and promoters of fresh Christmas trees.

    Mark Hanson, President: mncta.president@gmail.com

    Click here to visit their page.

  • The Minnesota DNR Forestry division keeps Minnesota's forests and trees growing strong. Minnesota's 59 state forests, school trust acres, and other forested lands make up the 4.2 million acres we manage. Our forests need care and management to provide clean water and natural resources for future generations. With this in mind, we weave sustainability into all of our forest work—from what trees to plant, to what areas to harvest, to what places to preserve. Click here to visit their page.

  • At Minnesota Forest Industries, they take care of the forest. You're literally surrounded by thousands of fine products from Minnesota's forests, which they produce with a commitment to excellent quality and environmental stewardship. MFI invites you to tour their website to learn about the many ways Minnesota's forests benefit you every day. Click here to view their page.

  • The Minnesota Forest Resources Council (MFRC) is a 17-member board created to develop policy recommendations to the Governor and federal, state, and local governments and to encourage the adoption of sustainable forest management policies and practices. Council members represent a wide range of forest resource interests and hold public meetings every other month to discuss key issues. Established by the Sustainable Forest Resources Act (SFRA) of 1995, the Minnesota Forest Resources Council promotes the long-term sustainable management of Minnesota's forests. Click here to visit their page.

  • The Minnesota Forest Resources Partnership—organized in 1995 and recognized in State Statute (Section 89A.04)—is a voluntary, self-funded partnership of forest landowners, managers, and professional loggers dedicated to improving the health and productivity of Minnesota's forest resources and economically viable forest-dependent communities. It is the mission of the Minnesota Forest Resources Partnership to implement and coordinate scientifically based, technically and economically feasible forest management practices to provide sustainable forest resources and promote economic viability.

    Contact: katy@paulbunyan.net

    Click here to visit their page.

  • The Minnesota Forestry Employees Association is a nonprofit organization that provides members with the opportunity to address educational, professional, political, and social issues related to forestry and natural resources management in Minnesota. Click here to visit their page.

  • The Minnesota Logger Education Program (MLEP) was established in 1995 to assist logging business owners in meeting ever-changing demands of their profession. MLEP provides assistance to Minnesota's logging community through educational programming. This objective is accomplished by partnering with numerous groups to identify needs and facilitating the development, design, delivery and evaluation of programs which focus on sustainable forest management, transportation, safety and business management. MLEP, which is based in Cloquet, MN, is a 501(c)(3) organization. Click here to visit their page.

  • The Minnesota Maple Syrup Producer’s Association is a non-profit membership organization dedicated to promoting the interests and welfare of Minnesota maple syrup producers, improving sugar bush management, expansion of markets for high quality maple products, supporting maple syrup research by state and federal agencies, joint efforts with the University of MN and MN Dept of Ag for advancing the maple syrup industry, and supporting the North American Maple Syrup Council (NAMSC). Click here to visit their page.

    Contact: pres@mnmaple.org

  • The mission of the Minnesota Shade Tree Advisory Committee is to be the leading advocate for Minnesota’s community forests and to empower and educate Minnesota’s citizens to maximize the coverage, health, quality, function, and future of our community forests. Click here to view their page.

  • The Minnesota Sustainable Forestry Initiative® Implementation Committee (MN SIC) works with landowners, logging professionals, industry leaders, and the public to support programs that improve the practice of sustainable forestry on all lands. Their website is designed to provide information on Minnesota SIC-sponsored activities and programs. Click here to visit their page.

  • The Minnesota Timber Producers Association is a trade organization representing not only loggers, but also wood brokers, truckers, sawmill operators, and other allied businesses in Minnesota’s forest products industry. Founded in 1937, TPA is the state’s oldest such trade organization. Click here to visit their page.

  • MFA is proud to have the MN Women's Woodland Network as an affiliate organization whose mission and vision align with that of our organization. Both organizations are committed to advocacy and education for private woodland owners in MN. Together, with resources from both organizations, we can provide inclusive support for woodland owners more effectively and efficiently. The Minnesota Women’s Woodland Network (MNWWN) is dedicated to building a community of women woodland owners, their families and land managers to nurture a land ethic. The MNWWN creates supportive, informal, small group learning opportunities on topics that include trees, nature and caring for the land. Click here to visit their page.

  • The mission of the National Woodland Owners Association is to develop and deliver relevant, research-based, objective, actionable information to inform, educate and advocate for woodland owners, their partners, and stakeholders. Through educational publications, networking, and policy engagement, NWOA keeps America’s family forest landowners viable and able to independently manage their woodlands according to their needs and goals. Click here to visit their page.

  • With the mission of “Helping People Help the Land,” the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) provides products and services that enable people to be good stewards of the Nation’s soil, water, and related natural resources on non-Federal lands. With our help, people are better able to conserve, maintain, or improve their natural resources. As a result of our technical and financial assistance, land managers and communities take a comprehensive approach to the use and protection of natural resources in rural, suburban, urban, and developing areas. Click here to visit their page.

  • As part of the University of Minnesota system research enterprise, the Natural Resources Research Institute employs over 140 scientists, engineers, technicians, staff and students in two industrial research facilities. Through collaborative partnerships, we deliver the innovative tools and solutions needed to utilize and sustain Minnesota’s valuable natural resources. Click here to visit their page.

  • The mission of the Northwoods Forestry Cooperative is to promote sound woodland management and to assist members in wood products marketing. Click here to visit their page.

  • The Rajala Woods Foundation is committed to restoring long-lived tree species in their native habitat, creating healthy, resilient forests that will provide value for centuries. Click here to visit their page.

  • Saint John's Outdoor University and the Abbey Arboretum celebrate the unique beauty and richness of God's creation in central Minnesota and foster the Benedictine tradition of land stewardship, education, and environmental respect. Outdoor U provides environmental and outdoor education through classes, events, and initiatives with the Abbey Arboretum, Saint John's University, and the College of Saint Benedict.

    Saint John's Outdoor University provides environmental and outdoor education in pursuit of:

    • Environmental literacy and connections to the natural world that motivate responsible environmental decisions;

    • Leadership development and personal growth through experiential learning;

    • Sustainable land use and conservation

    • Learning, recreation, and spiritual renewal in the Abbey Arboretum and other great outdoor spaces.

    Click here to visit their page.

  • The mission of the Society of American Foresters is to advance sustainable management of forest resources through science, education, and technology; to enhance the competency of its members; to establish professional excellence; and to use our knowledge, skills, and conservation ethic to ensure the continued health, integrity, and use of forests to benefit society in perpetuity. Click here to visit their page.

  • The South Dakota chapter of the American Tree Farm System is a private-landowner, non-profit organization which is administered by the South Dakota Family Forest Association. Today, SDFFA's top priority is to continue to develop and grow as a viable and vibrant organization that addresses the specific needs of South Dakota American Tree Farm System Members. Click here to visit their page.

  • The Sustainable Farming Association advances environmental stewardship, economic resilience and strong, diverse communities through farmer-to-farmer networking, education, demonstration and research. The silvopasture and agroforestry program researches and teaches the practice of managed grazing in woodlands using adaptive forage and forest management techniques. We work with farmers, agricultural and natural resource professionals and conservationists throughout the state on how to use this regenerative ag practice. Click here to visit their page.

  • The mission of the North Shore Forest Collaborative is to revitalize and maintain a healthy and functioning ecosystem along the North Shore of Lake Superior with emphasis on restoring and maintaining native trees and associated forest communities.

    The Collaborative is a coordinated effort between local, state, and federal land management agencies as well as public and private organizations and individuals who want to work together to assure a healthy forest environment.

    Click here to visit their page.

  • The Walnut Council is a science based organization that encourages research, discussion, and application of knowledge about growing hardwood trees. We promote sustainable forest management, conservation, reforestation, and utilization of American black walnut (Juglans nigra) and other fine hardwoods. Click here to visit their page.

  • The mission of the UofM Forestry Department is to advance the science and management of forests and related natural resources by developing solutions to important problems affecting these resources; training the next generation of forest and natural resource scholars and practitioners; and informing the broad public on the economic and ecological importance of forests and natural resources and how they enrich our quality of life. Click here to visit their page.

  • The mission of the US Forest Service is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the Nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations. Click here to visit their page.

  • The mission of the Wisconsin Woodland Owners Association is to conserve and enhance the private woodlands of the state. The Wisconsin Woodland Owners Association (WWOA) invites owners of Wisconsin’s private woodlands and those interested in the sustainable management of Wisconsin’s forests to join us. We are woodland owners from all walks of life who have a passion for creating tomorrow’s woodlands today. Take a moment to click on a photo above to learn more about WWOA and meet some of our members. Whether you just purchased your own special piece of land, have owned your woodlands for years or hope to someday – we look forward to meeting you and invite you to spend some time with us learning more about your woods. Click here to visit their page.