The
purpose of the Iowa Society of American Foresters is to advance the
science, education,technology, and practice of forestery in Iowa.
History of SAF
Iowa SAF
Position Statements- Current Forestry Issues
| The Society of American Foresters (SAF) is the
national scientific and educational organization representing the
forestry profession in the United States. Founded in 1900 by Gifford
Pinchot, it is the largest professional society for foresters in the
world. The mission of the Society of American Foresters is to advance
the science, education, technology, and practice of forestry; to
enhance the competency of its members; to establish professional
excellence; and, to use the knowledge, skills, and conservation ethic
of the profession to ensure the continued health and use of forest
ecosystems and the present and future availability of forest resources
to benefit society. SAF is a nonprofit organization meeting the
requirements of 501 (c) (3). SAF members include natural resource
professionals in public and private settings, researchers, CEOs,
administrators, educators, and students. The Iowa Society has been servicing Iowa since 1965. Contact Tivon Feeley, Extension Forestry, if you have questions about this page. |
