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Join us April 29 - May 1 at Hilton Norfolk The Main for the 2026 Virginia Forestry Summit—the must-attend event for forestry professionals looking to connect, learn, and grow. This year’s Summit offers a perfect blend of networking with peers, engaging discussions on the latest industry trends, and practical insights to help you navigate the future of forestry. With a lineup of expert speakers, interactive sessions, and the outstanding hospitality you’ve come to expect, this is your chance to be part of the conversation shaping Virginia’s forests. Don’t miss it—register today!
Registration Options
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Registration Rates Early bird | Regular (Early bird rate ends April 8)
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Full Registration
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Thursday Only
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Wednesday or Friday Only
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| ACF/SAF/VFA Members |
| Individual |
$425 | $475 |
$325 | $375 |
$225 | $275 |
| Couple |
$695 | $745 |
$525 | $575 |
$375 | $425 |
| Non-Member |
| Individual |
$525 | $575 |
$425 | $475 |
$325 | $375 |
Full Registration includes all sessions on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, the Welcome Happy Hour, and the Awards Reception and Banquet. Thursday Only Registration includes Thursday's sessions, and the Awards Reception and Banquet. Wednesday Only Registration includes Wednesday's sessions and the Welcome Happy Hour. Friday Only Registration includes Friday's sessions only.
Additional Event Tickets & Tours/Workshops
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Activity Early Bird | Regular (Early bird rate ends April 24)
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Rates
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| Welcome Happy Hour |
$75 | $100 |
| Thursday Evening Awards Banquet |
$125 | $150 |
| Enviva Facility Tour |
$45 | $65 |
| TBA Tour |
$45 | $65 |
| Naval Base Cruise |
$30 | $40 |
Cancellation & Refunds Cancellations received in writing to the VFA office by Wednesday, April 22, 2026, will receive a refund, minus a 20% processing fee. No refunds will be issued after April 22. Transfer of a registration to a colleague is free of charge but must be requested in writing to VFA by Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
Hotel Accommodations Hilton Norfolk The Main 100 East Main St. Norfolk, VA 23510 Hotel: (757) 763-6200
Room Rate: $195 per night single/double (plus tax). The negotiated rate of $195 is available Tuesday, April 28, through Friday, May 1. Additional nights may be available upon request.
Self-Parking Overnight Rate: $16
Reservations: Click here for online reservations or call (757) 763-6200 and ask for the Virginia Forestry Summit rate. Cutoff date: April 7, 2026.
Visit the Forestry Summit website for more information on the Summit schedule, tours and the hotel.
Online Registration Form
Paper Registration Form
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