Eric Rutkow
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The American Tree Farm System is excited to host author Eric Rutkow at the 2013 National Tree Farmer Convention. Rutkow, author of American Canopy, will speak at the closing banquet on the importance of Tree Farmers and the role sustainable forestry has played in America's history. |
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His book is filled with interesting anecdotes about the heroes of
American forestry and specifically mentions the key role of the
American Tree Farm System. Bring your copy - Mr. Rutkow will be signing
books during the reception prior to the banquet. In addition to Mr. Rutkow, this year's event will feature a great line-up of concurrent sessions to help you care for your woodlands on-the-ground, a day of discovery at the Big Woods Tree Farm, and even a Future Generations Youth Program for your future Tree Farmers. Don't delay! Registration ends June 14th for the 20th Anniversary of the National Tree Farmer Convention!  Eric Rutkow, a graduate of Yale University and Harvard Law School. He has worked as a lawyer on environmental issues and now he is pursuing a doctorate in American history at Yale. American Canopy is his first book. |
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Editorial Reviews: "An even-handed and comprehensive history that could not be more relevant...The woods, Rutkow's history reminds us again and again, are essential to our humanity." (Business Week) "Rutkow has cut through America's use and love of trees to reveal the rings of our nation's history and the people who have helped shape it." (San Diego Union Tribune) Reviews from the Washington Post, LA Times, and the Boston Globe Interview with Eric on NPR's Diane Rehm show |
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