Membership Program

Be a Part of Our Community of Forest Stewards

Vermont’s forests are shaped by the people who care for them—landowners, foresters, loggers, conservationists, and outdoor enthusiasts—all working together to ensure that our woodlands remain healthy, productive, and resilient for generations to come.

As a member of Vermont Woodlands Association (VWA), you’re part of a community dedicated to forest stewardship, education, and advocacy. Whether you own land, work in forestry, or simply appreciate Vermont’s forests, your membership helps support:

Stewardship Education – Workshops, resources and expert guidance to help landowners make informed management decisions.
Advocacy for Forestland Owners – A voice for policies that protect Vermont’s working landscape and support responsible forestry.
Sustainable Forestry Practices – Promoting the balance between conservation, wildlife habitat and productive woodland management.
Community & Networking – Connecting landowners, professionals and forest lovers who share a passion for Vermont’s woodlands.

By becoming a member, you help ensure that Vermont’s forests remain a vibrant part of our landscape, economy, and way of life.

Member Benefits:

Woodland Tours & Events

Do you love to be outdoors? Join us for seasonal guided woods walks and tours across Vermont.

Peer-to-Peer Learning

Learn directly from fellow landowners and forestry professionals who are putting stewardship into practice. Share challenges, compare approaches, and gain insights from real-world experience.

Educational Workshops

From forest health to woodland legacy planning, our expert-led workshops provide valuable insights for landowners at every stage.

Networking Opportunities

Build meaningful connections with fellow woodland owners, forestry professionals, and businesses. Whether at events, workshops, or socials, you’ll find opportunities to expand your woodland network.

Publications & Resources

Stay informed and inspired. As a member, you’ll receive the VWA quarterly newsletter, a subscription to Northern Woodlands magazine, and access to a wealth of online resources covering forestry, conservation, and policy.

Policy & Advocacy Updates

Stay up to date on the policies that affect your woods. We track local and national legislation—like forest policy, property taxes, and the Farm Bill—and advocate on behalf of private woodland owners across Vermont.

VWA Membership Map: A Snapshot of Our Community

Interested in seeing where our members are caring for Vermont’s forests? Take a look at this map—a glimpse of our woodland community based on ZIP code regions, not individual properties. It reflects the reach of our work and the strength of our growing stewardship community.

Become a Member or Renew Your Membership Today!

Your membership makes a difference—for you and for us. By joining this community, you’re gaining valuable connections, resources, and opportunities to steward your land—and your support helps make our work to protect Vermont’s forests possible.