Event information
Date
Time
Central time
Location
Saint John's University
2850 Abbey Plaza
Collegeville,
MN
56321
Contact
Anna Stockstad, [email protected] or 218-726-6466
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. This event is designed to help participants of all levels of woodland stewardship experience build knowledge, confidence, and resilience in the woods.
Friday, March 13
- Start your weekend with a guided field tour highlighting real-world forest management in action.
- Pre-Conference field 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.
Saturday, March 14
- The conference sessions and exhibits bring 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
Visit the Minnesota Family Woodlands Conference website for more information.
Audience
Woodland owners and stewards
Cost
- General admission: $30
- Early bird registration: $20
- Friday field tour and banquet registration: $30
- Tribal members: Free, look for the discount code on the registration page
Registration
Cancelations after March 1 will incur a $15 service fee.
Accommodations
University of Minnesota Extension is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and activities. To request accommodations for persons with disabilities, reach out to the event contact two weeks before the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.
Language
This offering is delivered in English. Interpreter services may be available with an advance request.