About the Arkansas Forestry Association
AFA...
- is the respected leader and credible information source for forestry-related issues in Arkansas
- defends the right to practice forest management
- serves as the forestry community’s voice before state and federal lawmakers and policymakers
- educates opinion leaders about the importance of forestry
- represents the entire forestry community, from landowners and timber harvesters to banks and chemical suppliers
- supports award-winning national programs in Arkansas - Tree Farm, Project Learning Tree and Log A Load For Kids
- works cooperatively with natural resource agencies and nonprofit organizations to promote forest management
- provides opportunities for continuing education and networking
- administers a witness reward program to protect members' land and property from arson, theft, dumping and vandalism
- supports an Education Foundation that promotes forestry to landowners, educators, students and the public
