The Oak Woodlands & Forests Fire Consortium, along with the Consortium of Appalachian Fire Managers and Scientists and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, are excited to host the 7th Fire in Eastern Oak Forests Conference in Tyler, Texas, May 16-18, 2023.
The Fire in Eastern Oak Forests Conference is a major conference focused on fire in oak forests, woodlands, and savannas where noted experts in research and management gather to present state-of-the-art information, perspectives and synthesis on key issues. This conference will emphasize topics relevant to management of oak-dominated forests, woodlands, and savannas and will be of interest to managers, scientists, landowners, consultants, and students.
The theme of this conference is “Opening Forests to Woodlands and New Ideas”. This conference is particularly tailored to land managers and applications. The conference will feature invited presentations, an open poster session, management focused panel discussions, exhibits, and professional networking opportunities. The schedule will include a day of speakers and panel discussions, a field trip day, followed by a final day of speakers and panel discussions. Continuing Education Credits will be offered through the Society of American Foresters and The Wildlife Society.