The Society of Municipal Arborists 

Municipal Forestry Institute (MFI)

 Dates

Feb. 25 - March 1, 2024

 Location

Register HERE

Application deadline is Nov. 1, 2023.

Applications are now being accepted for the Society of Municipal Arborists's Municipal Forestry Institute (MFI)! 

MFI is the premier leadership training for people in the urban forestry profession. The Institute offers an exciting training opportunity that guides professionals in the leadership and managerial aspects of urban forestry. Attendees will master leadership and management tools of program administration, coalition building, strategic thinking, program planning, and public relations through this investment in their personal growth and development. SMA and its Municipal Forestry Institute stand ready to support urban foresters through leadership development that will ensure they are able to take their forestry program to the next level.  

The Institute will be held on beautiful Jekyll Island off the coast of Georgia. Swaying live oak trees and the beautiful Atlantic Ocean will serve as the perfect backdrop for a week of inspiration, leadership growth, and community-building with fellow urban foresters. MFI is the only leadership program focused on the people who make or support daily tree planting and care decisions. You'll learn and network with the people who know and understand your work, all while building your skills and confidence to lead your urban forestry program! 

MFI will be held February 25 through March 1, 2024 on Jekyll Island in Georgia. This state park on the Atlantic Ocean will offer the perfect setting to step away and focus on professional growth. At MFI, attendees will learn from experts in the field of urban forestry on what it takes to lead all while forming deep connections with peers.

Registration, application, and full details can be found on SMA's website. We look forward to seeing you at MFI 2024!