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
Field Trip 5: CMPC El Cóndor Park
The field trip will take place at Parque CMPC El Cóndor, located on Cerro Negro, approximately 13 km from the city center of Coyhaique, in the Aysén Region.
The park is part of the Bosque Vivo CMPC initiative and includes native lenga forests, managed forest areas, and designated trails used for recreational and educational purposes.
The visit will include walks along established trails, offering an opportunity to learn about forest conservation, landscape management, and the role of these areas in ecosystem services such as soil protection, carbon storage, and biodiversity conservation.
Visitors are invited to learn more about the park and its characteristics on the official website of the site:
https://www.outlife.cl/parques/parque-el-condor-bosque-vivo-cmpc/