SFEC's Ecosystem Silviculture Certificate Course offers natural resource professionals a deep dive into the theory and practice of ecological silviculture in Minnesota forests. The course includes classroom, field, individual project, and a small amount of online instruction. The purpose is to build relationships and offer opportunities to explore applied techniques to improve forest ecosystem health, productivity, and resilience.
The course is ideally suited to NR professionals with at least a few years of experience, looking to develop deeper applied knowledge, build a larger professional network, and grow their communication and leadership skills.
With the 2026 offering of the Ecosystem Silviculture (Ecosilv) course, the certificate is earned by attending a mix of dedicated and open workshops and completing a series of readings, discussions, and projects. In other words, some required Ecosilv classes will be SFEC workshops that are open to all, while others are open only to Ecosilv course participants.
Several cross cutting themes run through most or all offerings: climate adaptation strategies and tactics, silviculture theory and practice, operational and economic considerations, effective communications, and others.
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Please carefully note the costs and full requirements for completing the certificate course.
Further information is available in a free webinar on January 15th at 3:00PM.