Schedule of Events
The entire Annual Conference was approved for six (6) Continuing Education Credits by the Society of American Foresters and the Georgia Master Timber Harvester Program.
The deadline to view the Virtual Sessions or any sessions you may have missed at the Conference to recieve CFE credits is August 30, 2023, at midnight. You can watch a recap of the sessions below with your login information.
Need help accessing your login information? Contact Mike Gregory at mike@gfagrow.org.
ON DEMAND
VIRTUAL SESSION I
Forest Data Modernization Act & Federal Forest Policy
🎥 ✅ This Virtual Session is available on-demand for all Annual Conference attendees. Can't make the Conference? Click here to learn about Virtual Registration →
ON DEMAND
VIRTUAL SESSION II
Land Use Change & Impacts on Forestry
🎥 ✅ This Virtual Session has been pre-recorded, and it will premiere on July 18 at 10:00 AM. All registered attendees will have access to the content on-demand after the premiere. Can't make the Conference? Click here to learn about Virtual Registration →
ON DEMAND
VIRTUAL SESSION III
Building A Workforce Pipeline Through Storytelling
Dirt Talk: Attracting the Next Generation of Forestry Workers
Gordon Grizzle
Senior Forester
Green Diamond Management Company
Matt Hestad
Vice President of Engagement
Georgia Forestry Association
🎥 ✅ This Virtual Session has been pre-recorded, and it will premiere on July 25 at 10:00 AM. All registered attendees will have access to the content on-demand after the premiere. Can't make the Conference? Click here to learn about Virtual Registration →
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Registration Open for Exhibitors
Jekyll Island Convention Center
Registration only available for exhibitors
5:00 - 7:00 PM
Emerging Leaders
Leadership Education Guest Speaker
Social & Networking Event
Westin Jekyll Island | Grand Ballroom
🎥🚫 This session will not be available for virtual attendees
A social networking event with drinks and light refreshments will immediately follow the education session. No cost is required to attend this event, but you must RSVP. Click here to reserve your spot today →
6:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Golf Tournament
GFF Sand Gnat Classic Golf Tournament
Jekyll Island Golf Club | 322 Captain Wylly Rd, Jekyll Island, GA 31527Support the education and outreach efforts of the Georgia Forestry Foundation!Mulligans, raffle tickets and GFF SWAG will be available for purchase.
➡️ 7:00 AM Breakfast Biscuits Available
➡️ 7:30 AM Shotgun Start
➡️ Lunch provided upon completion of the tournament
Session Sponsor:
7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
ATTENDEE REGISTRATION OPEN
Jekyll Island Convention Center
Registration open for attendees
2:30 - 4:30 PM
Board of Directors & Annual Business Session
Westin Jekyll Island | Grand Ballroom
🎥🚫 This session will not be available for virtual attendees
Registration packets will be available for GFA Board Members to pick up at the Westin
5:00 - 7:00 PM
Welcome Reception
Welcome Address
Lt. Governor Burt Jones
State of Georgia
JICC | Ballrooms E,F,G,H
Kick-off the Silent Auction and network with forestry experts!
🎥 ✅ A recording of the remarks from special guest speakers will be provided.
Session Sponsor:
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Forest Kids’ Program
JICC | Meeting Room 7 & 8
*Child must have registration to attend
6:30 PM - UNTIL
7:15 - 9:00 PM
ForestPAC Legislative Champions Dinner – SOLD OUT EVENT
JICC | Ben G. Porter Salon
A separate ticket is required to attend this event. This event is currently SOLD OUT
🎥🚫 A recording of this session will not be available
Session Sponsor:
7:00 - 8:00 AM
7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
ATTENDEE REGISTRATION OPEN
Jekyll Island Convention Center
Registration open for attendees
8:00 - 8:45 AM
General Session I (Part 1)
Global Economic Trends & Outlook
General Session I (Part 2)
Microeconomic Trends & Forest Product Demands
JICC | Ballroom A,B,C,D
🎥 ✅ This session will be recorded and available to all attendees on-demand by Monday, August 7, 2023
9:30 - 10:00 AM
Break
JICC | Exhibits in Ballrooms E,F,G,H
☕️ Refreshments located in Exhibit Hall
10:00 - 10:45 AM
General Session II (Part 1)
Developing a Sustainable and Efficient Forestry Supply Chain
General Session II (Part 2)
Mass Timber's Rise in Georgia
JICC | Ballroom A,B,C,D
Door Prize Drawing @ 10:00 AM / Must be present to win!
🎥 ✅ This session will be recorded and available to all attendees on-demand by Monday, August 7, 2023.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Break
JICC | Exhibits in Ballrooms E,F,G,H
☕️ Refreshments located in Exhibit Hall
Door Prize Drawing @ 11:50 AM. Must be present to win!
12:00 - 1:30 PM
Lunch & Awards
JICC | Ballroom A,B,C,D
Georgia Tree Farmer of the Year & Georgia Logger of the Year Presentations
1:30 - 2:00 PM
Break
JICC | Exhibits in Ballrooms E,F,G,H
☕️ Refreshments located in Exhibit Hall
Door Prize Drawing in Exhibit Hall @ 1:50 PM
Must be present to win!
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
LEARNING LAB I
Workforce Development & Second Chance Hiring
Due to a technical error, there is no recording of this session.
LEARNING LAB II
Environmental Justice
JICC | Rooms 9 & 10
These sessions run concurrently.
🎥 ✅ This session will be recorded and available to all attendees on-demand by Monday, August 7, 2023.
3:00 - 6:00 PM
Free Time
Enjoy Jekyll Island!
6:00 - 7:00 PM
Finale Reception & Silent Auction
JICC | Ballrooms E,F,G,H
Drinks and refreshments provided. Network with exhibitors!
6:00 - 10:00 PM
Forest Kids’ Program
JICC | Meeting Room 7 & 8
*Child must have registration to attend
7:15 - 9:30 PM
Dinner, Live Auction & Awards Banquet
JICC | Ballrooms A,B,C,D
Live Auction, GFA & GFF Awards and 2023 Wise Owl Presentation
Session Sponsor:
9:30 - 11:00 PM
Entertainment
The Andrews Brothers Dueling Pianos
JICC | Meeting Rooms 4 & 5
The Andrews Brothers Dueling Pianos are a high energy, all-request, sing-a-long, interactive music and comedy show. Enjoy fellowship and fun with GFA members!
8:00 - 9:10 AM
9:15 AM
