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Directors Note - May 2026
Reminder: Our mailing address is PO Box 6058, Santa Fe, NM 87502
The spring is a wonderful time to be in the woods – different shades of green shifting in the breeze.
I love the feeling of renewal and future potentialas new leaves fill the forest. As much as I enjoy the spring, I’m already looking forward to September because of the National Guild Gathering in Maine.No matter the season, connecting with Guild members brings the same sense of optimism and energy that I feel in the woods this time of year.The conversations and ideas at the Guild Gathering this September will help set our vision for the next 30 years of stewardship.
A positive, practical vision for the future is particularly important now as profound transformation sweeps through our ecosystemsand institutions.We need collective creativityso I hope you can join us!
Thank you,
Zander
News from the Forest
Disturbance: The Art and Ecology of Change
Written by Cody Dems
Foresters frequently describe their practice as an art and a science. In early April, a newly formed community of 11 artists and 6 fire ecologists took that blend of art and science to new places. Over the course of five days, participants visited various sites in Taos County, New Mexico to explore the nuance of fire on the landscape
Forestshave been in the media more than usual because of worries about the upcoming fire season and changes at the US Forest Service (USFS).Even Guild members working on private lands, far from the highest wildfire risk, can be directly affected by these national issues.
The Future of Forest Stewardship Workshop & National Guild Gathering
Written by Zander Evans
Registration is openfor the big gathering in Freeport, Maine. Please join us for a national convening of Guild members and like-minded stewards from across the country September 15th to 18th. Together, we will share knowledge, exchange ideas, and inspire one another through working sessions, discussions, and visits to local forests.
Be sure to register for upcoming events that interest you most. Remember to check out the Webinar Library to catch up on what you may have missed, and watch our events lineup regularly for new Guild-related happenings!
Guild members are the heart of the Guild. In the coming membership year, we will focus more on our "heart health." Sharing your stories in new ways, supporting new connections, and grounding in the value of Guild membership. As our Engagement & Development team expands, we are committed to supporting member engagement through new programs, and fundraising to make them possible. Please continue the journey with us! Renew or upgrade your membership today,or join us for the first time.
Gifford (Marco) Pinchot, Nisqually Community Forest
Olympia, WA
Affiliate Members
Robert Coffland
Santa Fe, NM
Heidi Gresh, Boone Road Enterprises
Canton, OH
Student Members
Chelsea Blanchette, University of Rhode Island
Newport, RI
Dominic Milam, Colorado Mountain College
Eagle, CO
Benjamin Malisheski, University of Vermont
Burlington, VT
Monica Watson, New Mexico Highlands University
Gonzales Ranch, NM
Remembering Henry Carey, Guild Founding Member
Written by Jan-Willem Jansens
In April, many people in the world of forest stewardship in New Mexico and nationwide were remembering Henry Carey, who passed away on April 24 last year. Gracious, rather soft-spoken and often with a gentle smile, Henry moved mountains in directing change to forest conservation and stewardship. He was particularly known for bringing people together in professional circles engaging in collaborative learning and mutual support on a broad array of forest stewardship topics.
Stewardship: A Word We NeedMichelle Nijhuis discusses a word important to all of use: Stewardship. She comments that "even most protected ecosystems need to be cared for by humans in order to flourish, especially given how thoroughly our species has altered the planet"
90% Of Oregon Voters Agree On Our Responsibility To Protect Natural Areas & Wildlife HabitatThat’s the radical middle: the place where Oregonians may not agree on everything, but still agree on what’s essential. We depend on healthy lands and waters for our livelihoods, our health, our recreation and our sense of place. The fish and wildlife that share this state with us also depend on them.
Forest Resilience Volunteer OpportunitiesJoin Adventure Scientists to help guide reforestation efforts and protect your forests for generations to come. They are supporting two citizen science projects this summer: Saving American Beech and Restoring Rare Butternut Trees.
Spring Forest Steward Magazine is coming!Spring Forest Steward Magazine will arrive in member mailboxes very soon! Check out the electronic version for a sneak peek.
The Forest Stewards Guild websitehas completed a platform migration! If you encounter any difficulties or have questions about this when visiting our site or receiving emails from us, please let us know at membership@forestguild.org. We appreciate you letting us know, and your patience during transition!
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