Webinar: Legacy Planning 101 for Forestry Professionals
The decisions forest landowners are making regarding the future ownership and use of their land will shape the benefits our forests will provide in the future (or not!). As trusted resources, forestry professionals play a critical role in answering client questions, offering guidance and support, and helping landowners think through long-term plans for their forests.
By covering a range of topics and featuring professionals involved in the legacy planning process, this webinar series is designed to provide forestry professionals with the information, resources, and support needed to help Vermont’s (and beyond) private forest landowners make informed decisions about the future of their forests.
All webinars are approved for CEUs.
Legacy Planning 101
Thursday, February 5 | 3:00–4:00 pm (Postponed from January 14th)
Presenter: Paul Catanzaro, UMASS Extension Forester
Join Vermont Woodlands Association as we kick off our Legacy Planning Webinar Series for Forestry Professionals with a webinar that explores the foundational role foresters can play in estate and succession planning. Paul Catanzaro will discuss how foresters help landowners clarify long-term goals for their woods, connect forest management plans to legacy planning conversations, and serve as trusted partners during periods of ownership transition. Designed specifically for consulting foresters, this session provides practical insight into supporting landowners as they think about the future of their land, while reinforcing the connection between estate planning and long-term forest stewardship.
Legacy and succession questions often come up in the course of working with landowners, even when foresters are not expected or asked to be directly involved in family decision-making. This webinar focuses on how consulting foresters can navigate these conversations professionally and appropriately, while staying within their role.
Approved for 1 SAF CFE/ VT Consulting Forester CEU
This series is hosted by Vermont Woodlands Association with funding from Vermont Housing and Conservation Board.