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Sixteenth National Tree Farmer Convention
The 16th National Tree Farmer Convention was held on Monday, September 28, 2009 - Wednesday, September 30, 2009 in Washington, D.C. at the L'Enfant Plaza Hotel
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Over 250 Tree Farmers attended the Convention in Washington D.C.! With over 150 visiting Capitol Hill to meet with their representatives and senators on issues important to them and their land. This year's sponsors play a crucial part in making our convention a success, and we thank them for their support!
STIHL
Arborgen
SFI
Forest Capital Partners
L.L. Bean
Georgia-Pacific
New Page
Outdoor Underwriters, Inc.
US Forest Service
Weyerhaeuser
The 2009 National Tree Farmer Convention Program is available online!
Have you filled out your convention evaluation? If not, take a minute to fill it out online! Did you attend meetings with your congressional representatives on Capitol Hill? If so, don't forget the follow up!
Featured Events Included:
Meet Tom Martin, President & CEO, American Forest Foundation
Join us in welcoming Tom Martin to his first National Tree Farmer Convention! He brings valuable experience to AFF, and is well-known from several decades of conservation leadership including positions at National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA), Earth Force, National Audubon Society, and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Tom, a fellow Tree Farmer, will be our keynote speaker for the Tuesday morning breakfast.
Tuesday Concurrent Sessions
This year's concurrent sessions will focus on issues surround family succession and planning, easements, forest management in a changing world, and emerging market opportunities, including Farm Bill programs, tax provisions, and carbon markets. Some of the concurrent session's presentations are now available online.
Wednesday on Capitol Hill
With a new Congress and administration there are many issues being debated that impact you as a family forest owner. Whether its new markets for the carbon stored in your forest or the biomass produced in your forest for energy, tax policies that affect your ability to pass on your land, or new regulations that prevent you from selling your wood for government building, all are at play in Congress. The question is, will your voice be heard in the debate? Only you can make that happen. Sign up as you register to participate in the visit to Capitol Hill to meet with your local representative on Wednesday, September 30!
Exhibits and Silent Auction
Find information on the latest offerings in forestry tools and services at our exhibit showcase. Plan to visit the popular Silent Auction, located in the exhibit area. On Wednesday night, a shipping company will assist winning bidders in getting their treasures safely home. Interested in bringing an exhibit or donating items to the silent auction? Forms are available! For questions about exhibiting or silent auction items, please contact Amy Yambor at ayambor@forestfoundation.org.
Banquet and Awards Ceremony
The Convention culminates with the presentation of the Regional and National Outstanding Tree Farmer of the Year awards, proudly sponsored by STIHL Inc. Regional and National Tree Farm Inspectors of the Year are also recognized. Enjoy a delicious dinner and celebrate the best of the best Tree Farmers and Foresters in the country!
Schedule of Events
Saturday, September 26
Optional Tour: Virginia's Rich History (CANCELLED)
Sunday, September 27
Optional Tour: Baltimore's Historic Ships Museum and B&O Railroad Museum(CANCELLED)
Monday, September 28
Optional Tour: George Washington's Mount Vernon
Optional Tour: U.S. National Arboretum
Exhibit Hall & Silent Auction Set-up
Convention Registration Opens Kick Off Reception at the L'Enfant Plaza Hotel
Silent Auction & Exhibit Hall Open
Tuesday, September 29
Breakfast and Keynote Presentation: Tom Martin, President & CEO, AFF
Regional Outstanding Tree Farmers of the Year Presentations
Concurrent Sessions and Exhibit Hall/Silent Auction Open
Group Luncheon
Educational Sessions and Exhibit Hall/Silent Auction Open
Optional Tour: Monuments at Night (SOLD OUT)
Wednesday, September 30
Breakfast at the L'Enfant Plaza Hotel
Tree Farmers on Capitol Hill
Reception - Final Silent Auction Bidding!
Awards Banquet & National Outstanding Tree Farmer of the Year Presentation
Thursday, October 1
Optional Tour: Ladew Topiary Gardens and National Aquarium (CANCELLED)
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