Members & Volunteers
At the core of our organization is a flourishing network of people who care deeply about the environment. Our network of Tree Farmers and volunteers is active in forest management and conservation. These people manage their properties to develop multiple forest benefits including wood, water, wildlife, and recreational opportunities.
ATFS is administered through:
- Volunteer of state and local committees and associations to Tree Farmers and private landowners
- National and state government agencies
- ATFS Inspectors and forestry consultants
- Natural resource professionals and private industry
Enrollment Requirements
Participants in the American Tree Farm System are committed to “getting more good forestry on more acres, and keeping it there” by following sustainable forest management practices and techniques. Participants must:
- Own at least 10 acres of forestland
- Implement a written forest management plan
- Follow the American Forest Foundation’s Standards of Sustainability for Forest Certification
- Have their farms inspected and certified every five years by an ATFS forester
Benefits of ATFS
- Belonging to a network of professionals and landowners who share your commitment to sustainable forestry.
- Opportunities, training and tools that will help you in your education efforts about the benefits of sustainable forestry.
- Invitations to seminars, field days and workshops that can help you achieve the goals you have set for your Tree Farm.
- Local, state and national information on legislation and other issues affecting forest land owners.
- The opportunity to post the widely-recognized ATFS sign of sustainable forestry on your property
- 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 of the Year.
- 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 Tree Farmers.
