Welcome to the largest woodland owners group in Ohio.

We are a private, non-profit association of forest landowners and other individuals interested in conservation and education. E.C.O.F.A. monthly meetings and most field trips are free and open to the public. Our $15 annual membership fee lets you receive our newsletter to stay informed of upcoming activities and current news events. Click here for membership application.

Benefits to E.C.O.F.A. Members
E.C.O.F.A. was founded to provide information to its members and the general  public about multiple use management of forest land. 

How is this accomplished? 

1 1Regular Educational Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month (except April).  From May to October  the meetings begin at 8 p.m. and from November to April they begin at 7:30 p.m.  http://www.mcdonaldmarlite.com/directions.html 

2 Monthly Newsletters contain information on upcoming events around the state, past meetings, and current news items. 

3 Several Field Trips are planned throughout the year.  Topics have included sawmill tours, woodland walks, grapevine control, and how to sell your timber. 

4 Annual ECOFA Banquet instead of one spring meeting.  Details vary from year to year.