Become a Tree Farmer
| If you are just discovering the benefits of sustainable forest management and have yet to meet the qualifications for ATFS certification, you may be eligible to become a Pioneer Tree Farmer. |
Becoming an ATFS member means deciding what resources you have on your land. It means developing a written forest management plan that meets your needs and sustains your forest for generations to come. A professional forester can assist you, answer questions and help you develop your management plan.
Becoming a member of ATFS (a certified Tree Farmer) means:
- Following the criteria for Tree Farm certification
- Owning 10 acres or more
- Managing the property under a written management plan that accounts for water quality, wildlife habitat, soil conservation as well as forest product production
- Protecting the land from fire, insects, disease and destructive grazing
If you meet these requirements, complete the form below and your State ATFS Committee will automatically receive notification and contact you to schedule a free inspection of your woodlands. ATFS volunteer professional foresters conduct inspections. An ATFS inspector will arrange a visit to your woodlands and to review your management plan. There is no cost or obligation to become an ATFS member. Simply, complete the form below and you'll be on your way.
Benefits of ATFS membership
- Membership in a network of professionals and landowners who share your commitment to sustainable forestry.
- Free professional advice from a forester during an initial inspection and during a re-certification inspection every five years.
- Invitations to seminars, field days and workshops that can help you achieve the goals you have set for your Tree Farm.
- ATFS recognized sign of sustainable forestry and other ATFS promotional items.
- Opportunities, training and tools that will help you in your education efforts about the benefits of sustainable forestry.
- Local, state and national information on legislation and other issues affecting forest land owners.
- An annual convention where you can meet, share experiences and enjoy the fellowship of Tree Farmers from across the country.
- The opportunity to be recognized by fellow landowners and forestry professionals in local, state, regional and national Outstanding Tree Farmer competition.
- A complimentary issue to Tree Farmer, the Guide to Sustaining America's Family Forests magazine, the bi-monthly forest enhancement publication by Tree Farmers for Free Farmers.
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