Join ATFS
Sustainable forest management depends on active program involvement. Here are ways you can support ATFS and our mission. Complete and submit the form below. You will be connected to your State Tree Farm Program.
ATFS Certified Tree Farmer
Join the over 95,000 family forest owners who sustainably manage over 26 million acres of our nation’s forestland. Members of ATFS (Certified Tree Farmers) meet the following criteria:
- Own 10 acres or more
- Manage the property under a written management plan that accounts for water quality, wildlife habitat, soil conservation as well as forest product production
- Protect the land from fire, insects, disease and destructive grazing
Volunteer ATFS Certified Tree Farm Inspector
Our more than 4,400 volunteer ATFS Tree Farm Inspectors are the backbone of our program. These foresters and natural resource professionals help keep the mission and vision of ATFS alive every day. Ready to take your membership to the next level? Learn more…
Pioneer Tree Farmer Program
Ready to get started? Pioneer Tree Farm status is the beginning level of tree farming, aimed at landowners that are not quite ready for certification to become an ATFS member. The program helps you work toward ATFS certification by implementing excellent forestry on your woodlands. Learn more…
Become a Supporter
You don’t have to farm trees to help us achieve our mission. We depend on foundation, corporate, government, and local grants, corporate contributions, and donations from individuals. You can support the environment by supporting ATFS. Learn more…
