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.
This event has been approved for 16 Category 1 Society of American Foresters Continuing Education Credits. (Day 1=5.5 | Day 2=6 | Day 3=4.5)
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GENERAL CONFERENCE PROGRAM
Monday
September 15
Evening Welcome Reception @ Riverview Rooftop 6PM – 9PM
Tuesday
September 16
Plenary and Concurrent Presentations
Wednesday
September 17
Concurrent Presentations, Business Meeting and Awards Banquet
Thursday
September 18
Field Tour 8am – 5PM
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Conference Program
last updated 9/14/2025 - 12:05PM Day 1: Tuesday, September 16th 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM - Plenary Session I (Platinum Grand Ballroom DE) 8:30 - 8:45 Welcome - Ben Spong, Conference Chair 8:45 - 9:15 WVU Forestry and Operations - Amy Welsh, WVU School of Natural Resources...
Monday Night Welcome Reception
🎉 Welcome Reception – Day 1 of the Conference 📍 River View Rooftop🗓️ Monday, September 15th 2025🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM📌 48 Donley Street, 9th Floor, Marina Tower, Morgantown, WV 🍽️ Hosted Hors d’Oeuvres & Beverages Enjoy a relaxing evening with complimentary hors...
Sponsors
GOLD SPONSOR Softree Technical Systems | https://www.softree.com/ Softree Technical Systems was born of a need to create software capable of tackling the steep and rocky terrain of Canada’s West Coast. Originally focused on forestry road design, we have since...
Registration Open Now!
Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2025 COFE Annual Meeting! We are pleased to open registration for the 2025 Council on Forest Engineering (COFE) Annual Meeting in Morgantown, West Virginia. For COFE Members: To receive your reduced registration fees, you will need to...
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...
2025 Annual Meeting – Morgantown, WV
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...
Conference Venue and Hotel
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 updated 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...
CONFERENCE SPONSORS
Softree Technical Systems
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West Virginia University
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International Union of Forest Research Organizations
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Contact ben.spong@mail.wvu.edu if you have questions or need any assistance.