06/18/2026
Walnut Council Announces 2026 National Meeting in Warsaw, Indiana
Warsaw, IN — The Walnut Council invites landowners, forestry professionals, and natural resource enthusiasts to gather in Indiana’s scenic Lake Country for its upcoming national meeting, a multi-day event focused on forest management, education, and community.
Set in a region known for its glacial lakes and one of the largest Amish communities in the United States, the program offers attendees a unique opportunity to learn, connect, and explore.
The event kicks off Sunday at Diehl Farm with a relaxed cookout and “landowner show-and-tell,” where members will share their personal experiences, successes, and forest management insights in an informal setting.
On Monday, participants will tour the Diehl family property in Warsaw, a forest that has been actively managed for generations. The field tour will feature hands-on demonstrations and discussions, including hardwood and plantation management, thinning and natural regeneration strategies, and a grafted walnut seed orchard preserving genetics from high-quality veneer trees. Attendees will also explore mixed-species plantations established in the early 1990s, view soil pit demonstrations, observe sawmill operations, and learn about deer protection practices and species competition. The day concludes with an evening banquet.
Tuesday’s indoor program will be held at the Zimmer Biomet Center Lake Pavilion and will feature expert presentations on forest management, economics, and forest health. The day also includes roundtable discussions and a landowner panel, providing valuable opportunities for learning and collaboration.
Optional companion tours will be available on Monday and Tuesday for guests interested in exploring the region’s Amish community, offering a glimpse into local history, culture, arts, and traditions.
Participants may register for the full event or attend individual days. Activities will take place at Diehl Farm and the Center Lake Pavilion in Warsaw, Indiana.
Hotel accommodations are available at the Fairfield by Marriott in Warsaw. Attendees are encouraged to book by July 3 to receive the discounted group rate.
For full program details and to register, visit https://walnutcouncil.org/events/annual-meeting/
About the Walnut Council
The Walnut Council is dedicated to sustainable management and conservation of fine hardwoods through education, research, and the exchange of information among landowners and forestry professionals.
