Call for 2018 Convention Presentations 

Join SAF in Portland, Oregon Oct. 3–7 where the 2018 National Convention will explore the differences between policy and politics, and how science, management, and policy interact and integrate to inform and influence the conservation of forested landscapes. Plenary sessions will consider the role of science in policy decisions such as wildland fire policy, the role of scientists and managers in the policy process, and how we can better influence policy makers. Concurrent sessions will also cover broad topics including, but not limited to:

     • Agroforestry
     • Biomass, carbon, & bioenergy
     • Economics
     • Entomology and pathology
     • Fire & fuels management
     • Forest ecology
     • Remote sensing applications & geospatial technologies
     • Harvesting & utilization
     • Inventory & measurement
     • Private forestry
     • Recreation
     • Silviculture
     • Soils & hydrology
     • Urban & community forestry
     • Wildlife management  

Presentation abstract submissions are due March 31, 2018. Science flash and poster abstract submissions are due August 31, 2018.