COLORADO—Over 150 field foresters, research scientists and invited guests from universities across the nation gathered at the 2022 National Silviculture Workshop in Kellogg, Idaho, to exchange learned experiences and new knowledge. This year’s workshop, held in July, focused on foundational silviculture with an emphasis on reforestation and early stand improvement.

Day one of the workshop focused on reforestation with discussions ranging from laws, policies and opportunities to critical infrastructure, growing better seedlings and establishing partnerships. Day two consisted of a field trip to Deception Creek Experimental Forest and the surrounding Idaho Panhandle National Forest with discussion focused on free selection silviculture. The third and final day’s focus was on environmental indicators for reforestation and growth, stand tending, climate resilience and long-term thinning research.

This biennial workshop continues to enhance the strong partnership between National Forest System and Research and Development. This event provides an opportunity for researchers and managers to disseminate solutions to forest management challenges including climate change, exotic species, and human and naturally caused land conversion. It also provides a forum for researchers to learn about the knowledge needs of land managers and how they can be addressed in future research projects.