The Five Steps to Certification
 | You are a good steward with 10-10,000 acres of woodlands. You care about your woods and manage for the long term health of your land. |
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 | You contact us to request more information to see if you meet the ATFS eligibility criteria (between 10 and 10,000 acres and have a plan that meets our standards). All Certified Family Forest owners have a management plan that addresses air, water, soil quality, wildlife, special sites, invasive species and integrated pest management as described in the ATFS Standards of Sustainability. |
 | Request a property visit from an ATFS-certified forester by contacting your ATFS State Program . |
 | An ATFS inspector will visit your property and verify that your land management activities conform to the ATFS Standards of Sustainability. |
 | If approved for certification, post your ATFS sign with pride! You have been recognized for you good stewardship and your commitment to sustainability on your woodlands. We will keep you up to date with all the latest best practices and any subsequent changes to the Standards. |
