COUNTRY ROADS: BUILDING ON OUR FOREST OPERATIONS FOUNDATIONS FOR A SUSTAINABLE TOMORROW

Join us in the heart of Appalachia, where the 2025 Council on Forest Engineering Annual Meeting will be hosted by West Virginia University in scenic Morgantown, West Virginia, USA!

This is a pivotal moment for our industry, with breakthroughs in logging equipment and systems, innovative workforce training initiatives, and the integration of emerging technologies and digital solutions. Discover the beauty and richness of West Virginia’s forests, share your cutting-edge research, and forge new connections and partnerships with fellow professionals.

Get ready to shape the future of forest operations in one of the most scenic regions of the country.

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GENERAL CONFERENCE PROGRAM

Monday

September 15

Evening Welcome Reception

Tuesday

September 16

Plenary and Concurrent Presentations

Wednesday

September 17

Concurrent Presentations, Business Meeting and Awards Banquet

Thursday

September 18

Field Tour

CONFERENCE DETAILS

Call for Abstracts

Concurrent Session topics: Smart forest operations for the future Innovation in equipment, systems, and logistics The future of forest operations business Workforce training and education for the future Renewable energy and the future of forest engineering Fuels...

Registration

Travel Information

Location Overview Morgantown is located in north-central West Virginia, approximately 75 miles south of Pittsburgh, PA, and 200 miles west of Washington, DC. Home to West Virginia University, Morgantown is easily accessible by car from several major metropolitan areas...

Conference Hotel and Site

Conference Hotel and Venue: Waterfront Place Marriott We are excited to announce that the 2025 Council on Forest Engineering Annual Meeting will be held at the beautiful Waterfront Place Marriott in Morgantown, West Virginia. This stunning hotel and conference center...

Local Area

Looking for some great things to do in the Morgantown area? Coopers Rock State Forest: Enjoy hiking, rock climbing, and breathtaking views at this beautiful state park. It's a perfect spot for outdoor enthusiasts. Learn more Cheat Lake Trail: A scenic trail along...

2025 Annual Meeting Save the Date

We are excited to announce that the next COFE Annual Meeting will be held from September 16-18, 2025, in Morgantown, WV - the mountain home of West Virginia University. This year’s theme is “COUNTRY ROADS: BUILDING ON OUR FOREST OPERATIONS FOUNDATIONS FOR A...

Contact ben.spong@mail.wvu.edu if you have questions or need any assistance.