The Old-Growth Society

Bristlecone Pines have lived for more than 5,000 years, the oldest living trees on Earth, shaped by time, wind, and endurance.

Bristlecone Pine Circle members give $25,000+ annually, providing transformational support that strengthens OGFN’s regional leadership, expands the Network into new and currently unrepresented regions, and helps cultivate the next generation of conservation leaders stewarding old-growth forests nationwide.

As a member, you’ll receive:

  • Recognition as a member of The Old-Growth Society in our Annual Report

  • First year welcome gift: Nature’s Temples

  • Exclusive insider progress reports and webinars with OGFN leadership

  • An OGFN merchandise package and a signed copy of Dr. Joan Maloof’s forthcoming book, Forty Ways to Know a Tree (Spring 2026)

  • Personalized old-growth forest itinerary map for your travels

  • Private, one-on-one engagement with OGFN leadership

  • Invitations to extraordinary experiences in old-growth forests, guided by OGFN staff and partners**

    ** Personal travel expenses required

Bristlecone Pine Circle

Experience extraordinary old-growth forests, by land and by water.

In 2022, a small group of OGFN’s most dedicated supporters joined us on an unforgettable journey through Alaska, by plane, train, and seaplane, to welcome three forests, including two within the Tongass National Forest, into the Old-Growth Forest Network

Witnessing the wild heart of Alaska’s old-growth forests.

Join the Old-Growth Society

If you have any questions, contact us at:

Kayla Green, Development Director
kayla@oldgrowthforest.net | 404-585-0329

  • Make a safe and secure online donation here or you can also contact us at 404-585-0329 or kayla@oldgrowthforest.net if you prefer to discuss your membership before donating.

    When does my membership begin?

    As soon as a qualifying gift is received, or when we are notified of your intention to include OGFN in your estate plans, you are welcomed into the Old-Growth Society and may begin enjoying Society benefits right away. That gift or legacy commitment also enrolls you in the Society for the following membership year, with annual benefits running from January 1 through December 31.

  • The Old-Growth Forest Network is a 501c(3) charitable organization in the United States, and most donations are tax-deductible. Our tax ID number is 45-4115570

    Please make sure your full name and preferred contact information is provided with your donation so we can properly and accurately thank you for your gift.

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