California Forest Science Symposium
February 18, 2026 - February 20, 2026
For today’s forestry and natural resource professionals, relevance extends beyond research alone. It means adapting to changing landscapes, embracing new technologies, exploring forest product markets and engaging with communities to lead through collaboration.
The enduring partnership between research and management is not just historic—it is urgently necessary to sustain sound management under rapidly evolving ecological and socioeconomic conditions. Reaffirming and strengthening this connection is essential for sustaining sound, science-based forest management into the future.
The California Forest Science Symposium (CFSS) will bring together foresters, researchers, and policymakers to reflect on the rich history of forestry, share current advancements, and look ahead to the future of sustainable forest management.
This joint event—organized by the California Society of American Foresters, California Fire Science Consortium, California Forest Pest Council, and UCANR Cooperative Extension —will spotlight the latest science and practical applications driving forest management across California.
With the theme “Keeping Science Relevant in Forest Management,” CFSS 2026 invites presentations that bridge research and practice, inform on-the-ground decisions, and support resilient, adaptive management of California’s forests in the face of evolving challenges.
Join us in Sacramento, CA on February 18th – 20th, 2026 to learn from your peers, grow your network and develop as a forestry professional. More information coming soon! Sign up to receive updates about CFSS, including registration, call for proposals, and more!
