Conference title: Forests as hubs of biodiversity and ecosystem services in the anthropocene
Date and location: March 24-27, 2026; Coyhaique, Chile
Thanks to our more than 350 participants from all continents and over 36 countries, who made Chilean Patagonia, Coyhaique, and the Aysén Region the global epicenter of forest science during these days, with 5 pre-conference courses in three days, numerous symposia and keynote sessions, more than 300 academic abstracts, 5 simultaneous field trips, more than 20 exhibitors, over 5 meetings with the productive sector, decision-makers, companies and local producers, and the valuable support of 10 IFSA volunteers. A warm Patagonian embrace to all.
Participation certificates will be issued upon request for those who require them.
Please request them at: iufro.div8.2026@gmail.com
For additional accommodation information, participants are invited to consult the official SERNATUR tourism services registry, which provides an updated list of certified accommodation options in Coyhaique and the Aysén Region.
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SERNATUR is Chile’s official national tourism authority















