LUFKIN, TEXAS – Texas Forestry Association presented the Outreach and Education Award to CJT and Associates during the Association's annual convention held at The Fredonia Hotel in Nacogdoches, Texas. “CJT and Associates have quietly and consistently supported forestry education through their participation in the TFA programs and beyond," said Misty Bowie, TFA's … [Read more...] about TEXAS FORESTRY ASSOCIATION RECOGNIZES CJT AND ASSOCIATES AS OUTSTANDING FORESTRY EDUCATORS
Texas Forestry Association Names New Executive Director
Texas Forestry Association, a trade organization serving the timber interests of Texas for over 100 years, has announced the selection of Robert Hughes as its new Executive Director. Hughes will fill the vacancy created by Ron Hufford’s retirement in December, 2017. The selection was made by a nine member committee and approved by the Board of Directors. “We are very pleased … [Read more...] about Texas Forestry Association Names New Executive Director
Texas Forestry Association Announces 2017 Dates For Teacher Conservation Institute
Texas Forestry Association (TFA) announced two sessions of its Teacher Conservation Institute (TCI) will be held this year at Bugscuffle Inn near Henderson, Texas. TCI is a week-long professional development workshop held in East Texas which uses the forest to teach environmental education. Activities are led by foresters, educators, natural resource conservationists and … [Read more...] about Texas Forestry Association Announces 2017 Dates For Teacher Conservation Institute
Texas Forestry Association Recognizes Brian Babin as 2017 Legislator of the Year
LUFKIN, TEXAS - Texas Forestry Association presented Senator Brian Babin with the Legislator of The Year award on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2017, at the Tyler County Courthouse in Woodville, Texas. “We are very proud to present this award to Dr. Babin,” said Ron Hufford, Executive Director of TFA. “His support was invaluable as we worked together to keep the industries that support … [Read more...] about Texas Forestry Association Recognizes Brian Babin as 2017 Legislator of the Year
TFA Welcomes Robyn Gillespie to 2017 Board of Directors
LUFKIN, TX (Feb. 20, 2017) - Texas Forestry Association is pleased to welcome Robyn Gillespie to the 2017-2019 Board of Directors. Gillespie was chosen by the TFA Nominating Committee to fill a term recently vacated. Gillespie is the third generation to manage Gillespie Lumber Ltd on Highway 59 North in Nacogdoches, Texas, which supplies hardwood products throughout the … [Read more...] about TFA Welcomes Robyn Gillespie to 2017 Board of Directors