SAF Learning
Welcome to the Career Pathways Webinar Series
SAF is hosting a four-part webinar series focused on forestry career pathways, leadership development, and personal growth. Each webinar will feature speakers from across the forestry sector, including universities, non-profits, government organizations, and private businesses. Presentations will highlight real-world experiences, career journeys, and practical advice to support professional advancement. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in live Q&A sessions during each webinar, as well as submit questions ahead of time. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow as a leader, these webinars offer valuable insights and inspiration from experts across the field.
All webinars in the series are free for SAF members, and $10 each for non-members. For non-members seeking a discount, registering for the entire four-webinar package costs only $30, rather than $40.
If you would like to register for the full webinar series, please click here. Otherwise, you can register for each session individually by clicking on their respective links below.
Please note that you will need to register for a free SAF account in order to participate in these live webinars or view the recordings. Continuing education credits will be offered for each webinar.
August 14 - Starting and Switching: Academic and Career Tracks
Join experts in the field as they explore traditional and non-traditional pathways into forestry careers, the process of changing fields mid-career, and advice on finding mentors in the sector.
Live on Thursday, August 14 from 12:00-1:30pm ET
Free ($0) Member // $10 Non-member
1.5 Category 1 CFEs
September 11 - Personal Growth: Networking and Resume Building
Join us for an engaging webinar featuring professionals from the forestry field as they share insights on developing effective networking strategies and crafting strong, industry-ready resumes. Attendees will gain practical tips and hear real-world examples to help navigate the competitive landscape of forestry careers.
Live on Thursday, September 11 from 2:00-3:30pm ET
Free ($0) Member // $10 Non-member
1.5 Category 1 CFEs
October 9 - Personal Growth: Leadership Development
For the third webinar in this series, presenters will explore ways to further develop your forestry career. Topics include developing leadership skills, conflict resolution, and joining a board of directors.
Live on Thursday, October 9 from 1:00-2:30pm ET
Free ($0) Member // $10 Non-member
1.5 Category 1 CFEs
November 6 - Putting It All Together: A Panel with Forestry Professionals
In the culmination of this four-part series, participants will interact with a panel of forestry professionals. Questions can be asked live, as well as submitted ahead of time, during this interactive panel session.
Live on Thursday, November 6 from 4:00-5:30pm ET
Free ($0) Member // $10 Non-member
1.5 Category 1 CFEs