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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Nominations Open for the 2026 West Virginia Outstanding Logger Award
Nominate a Logger for the 2026 WV Outstanding Logger Award The West Virginia Forestry Association is officially searching for the 2026 WV Outstanding Logger—the independent contractor who represents the absolute best of our industry. This isn't just about production;...
WV Senate Passes Resolution-WV Outstanding Logger
On February 2, 2026, the West Virginia Senate passed a resolution to accept Jamesand Lucille Pennington of J & L Trucking in Bartow, WV as West Virginia’s OutstandingLogger of the Year. The full senate voted and passed the resolution unanimously. Theresolution...
Event Hub- Events Registrations Here!
The 2026 Annual Conference is only 4 months away! Join us at Canaan Valley Resort in Davis, WV July 16th-18th! More updates to follow!
2026 A. B. Brooks Memorial Forestry Symposium
February 3rd, 2025 | 7:00 am to 12:00 pm Charleston Town Center Marriott, Charleston, WV The 40th Annual AB Brooks Memorial Forestry Symposium will be held on February 3rd from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Marriott Charleston Town Center Hotel in Charleston, WV....
Area Meetings 2025
TO: WVFA MembersFrom: Bob BoylesRE: Area meetingsDate: October 21, 2025 The following area meetings have been scheduled, and legislators have been invited.You can attend any of these meetings, all we ask is that you RSVP so that we have anaccurate meal count. Area 3...
Area 3 Meeting Scheduled for November 6th, 2025
TO: WVFA Members From: Bob Boyles RE: Area 3 meeting Date: October 10, 2025 There will be an Area 3 meeting in Buckhannon on November 6, 2025, at 11:30 AM. The meeting will be held at the Weyerhaeuser Buckhannon facility, and the address is...
2026 WVFA Events at a Glance
2026 is quickly approaching and we are looking forward to our 2026 events! See below for more information and check back for updates!Just as excited as us? See our event count downs below! For any events questions, please reach out to Gabrielle Hedges at...
