49th Annual National Indian Timber Symposium 2026

The 49th Annual National Indian Timber Symposium, organized by the Intertribal Timber Council and hosted by the Menominee Indian Tribe and Stockbridge-Munsee Community, is focused on 'Forestry in a Changing Environment.' This annual event brings together tribal leaders, natural resource managers, federal agency representatives, and other stakeholders to address critical issues in Native American forestry and natural resources. Key topics include sustainable forest management practices, wildland fire prevention and management, legislative and policy updates impacting tribal lands, tribal sovereignty in natural resource management, economic development through timber, and workforce development for forestry and fire professionals within tribal communities. The symposium emphasizes collaboration, knowledge sharing, and responsible stewardship for future generations.