CFSS 2026 Important Dates
- First Call for Proposals and Sponsors due October 31
- Presenters notified November 1
- Registration opens November 1
- Early Bird Registration ends December 1
- Early Agenda available by January 31
- CFSS 2026, Co-hosted with CASAF, CFSC, CFPC, and CAL FIRE, February 18-20, 2026 in Sacramento, CA
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California Forest Science Symposium
Feb 18, 2026 – Feb 20, 2026 • Sacramento, CA
Keeping Science Relevant in Forest Management
For today’s forestry and natural resource professionals, relevance means more than just research. It means adapting to changing landscapes, embracing new technologies, engaging communities, exploring emerging forest product markets, and leading with collaboration and resilience. an enduring partnership between Research and management
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!
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