Minnesota Family Woodlands Conference
Join fellow woodland stewards for two days of connection, inspiration, and hands-on learning at the 2026 Minnesota Family Woodlands Conference. Whether you’re a seasoned landowner or just beginning your stewardship journey, this event is designed to help you build knowledge, confidence, and resilience in your woods.
Friday, March 13 – Pre-Conference Field Tours, Banquet & Keynote
Start your weekend with a guided field tour highlighting real-world forest management in action. Tours require pre-registration and space is limited, so sign up early. In the evening, reconnect over dinner at our Friday night banquet, featuring keynote speaker Ethan Tapper.
$30 - Friday field tour and banquet. Registrants will select one field tour (limit 25 registrants each).
Saturday, March 14 – Conference Sessions & Exhibits
Saturday brings a full day of learning, networking, and resource sharing. Expert panels and concurrent sessions will cover topics like:
Woodland management best practices
Wildlife habitat and conservation
Forest health and invasive species
Cost-share and financial resources
Working with local service providers
$20 - Early Bird Registration (August 18 - January 15, 2026)
$30 - Standard Registration (January 16 - March 1, 2026)Tribal members receive discounted registration with code TREE26
Don’t miss this chance to grow your skills, meet other woodland stewards, and take home ideas you can put to work in your woods.
For more information on sessions and activities, visit the Minnesota Family Woodlands Conference website at z.umn.edu/mfwc.
Cancellations prior to March 1, 2026 will be fully refunded. Refund minus $15 after March 1.
Event Contact
Anna Stockstad, stock523@umn.edu
Registration questions
Extension Registration, ext-reg@umn.edu
This event is held in partnership with St. John's Outdoor University, Minnesota Forestry Association, and Minnesota Tree Farm Program.