The purpose of the December 10 conference is to review and respond to strategies developed by the seven action teams whose work was launched at the kick-off conference in September.

Drawing on their knowledge, experience, and perspectives, a panel of experts will join us in responding to each action team report. The priorities and strategies that inspire your support and participation will shape the future direction of our collaborative work on behalf of Minnesota 's forests and forest industries.

At the conclusion of the conference, action teams will meet to decide, based on the day's discussion and feedback, whether to continue working on those opportunities we have agreed the Vital Forest/Vital Communities initiative is uniquely positioned to address.

Conference Information

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The Vital Forests/Vital Communities Initiative is a project of Blandin Foundation in cooperation with the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce, the Nature Conservancy, University of Minnesota's College of Natural Resources, Minnesota Forest Research Council, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and Minnesota Wood Council.