The West Virginia Forestry Association is a non-profit organization funded by its membership
Our members include individuals and businesses involved in forest management, timber production, firewood production, harvesting, and wood product manufacturing. Our members are concerned with protecting the environment, as well as enhancing the future of West Virginia’s forests through multiple-use management. Watch below a video introduction to WVFA and the industry that we proudly represent.
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HARDWOOD LOG SCALING AND GRADING- WVU FOREST- OCTOBER 9TH
Join our comprehensive training program designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in log grading. Elevate your career with expert-led instruction and hands-on experience.Learn from industry professionals with years of experience in log...
Secrets of Using Hardwoods For Manufacturing Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) Panels
WORKSHOP AGENDA This workshop is designed for anybody interested in learning about the potential of using hardwoods to create Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) panels. WVU researchers, graduate students, and staff will guide you through the mysteries of creating CLT...
Summer 2024 WVFA Magazine
Don’t miss this season’s WVFA Mountain State Forestry Magazine. This issue includes featured stories on Crossties, the economic contribution of WV’s Forest Products Industry, Reforestation for Carbon, and a summary of a Winch Assist Logging Demo.
WVFA to Host Wood Treatment Workshop
Join us to discuss different topics related to Wood Treatment, such as creosote, treated rail ties, and more! This event is sponsored by the Appalachian Hardwood Training Initiative and will cost $15 per participant. A boxed lunch will be provided! Earn 7 hours of CFE...
Countdown to Conference
WVFA ANNUAL CONFERENCE CANAAN VALLEY, WVJoin us for the 2024 West Virginia Forestry Association Annual Conference in Canaan Valley, WV! Bring the whole family for a fun-filled weekend!Pack the family up and bring them to Canaan Valley Resort for a weekend catching up...
2024 Annual Conference Registration Open
Plan for a fun-filled weekend at Canaan Valley Resort with friends, family, and other Forestry Association Members. Continuing education workshops, meetings, games, banquets, BBQs, Golf, Skeet, and more! Don't miss this great event -- Register Now!
Sponsor the 2024 WVFA Annual Conference- Closes 6/15!
Spring 2024 WVFA Magazine
Nominations Open for the 2024 West Virginia Outstanding Logger Award
Nominate a Logger for the 2024 WV Outstanding Logger Award The WVFA “WV Outstanding Logger” award program aims to acknowledge exceptional independent logging contractors. By recognizing competent professionals within the forestry community, this program sets a model...
