American Loggers Council 2026 DC meeting dates

Join us for the Annual American Loggers Council D.C. Fly-In & Board Meeting in the nation’s capital. Each year, the Fly-In helps ensure that the voices of professional loggers are heard where national policy decisions are made.

We invite you to be one of the industry leaders meeting with lawmakers, discussing emerging issues, and advocating for policies that support sustainable forestry, rural economies, and the future of America’s logging workforce.

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Legislative & Board Meeting Agendas

Event Location


All legislative & ALC Board meetings are scheduled to be held at the Holiday Inn Washington Capitol Hotel (550 C St. SW, Washington, D.C.) unless otherwise noted in the agenda.

A hotel room block has been reserved for ALC attendees. The deadline to make reservations is April 17, 2026.  Reserve Your Room Here

Event Registration

Preregistration is requested to assist with scheduling Congressional meetings and event planning for the 2026 ALC D.C. Fly-In and Board Meeting.

To preregister, please provide the following information:

  • Attendee Name

  • State Association Name (if applicable)

  • Company / Organization

  • Email Address

  • Phone Number

  • Meeting Registration: DC Fly-In, Board Meeting, or Both Events

To register, please email registration details requested above to office@americanloggerscouncil.com or contact the ALC office at (906) 875-3720.

May 18-20 | Legislative Meeting Details

ALC members, state association leaders, and industry partners are invited to participate in the 2026 ALC DC Fly-In  legislative meetings May 18-20. This annual advocacy event provides an opportunity for professional loggers to meet directly with Members of Congress and federal policymakers to discuss issues impacting the logging and forest products industry. Through coordinated meetings on Capitol Hill and policy discussions with industry leaders, the Fly-In helps ensure that the voice of America’s logging workforce is represented in national policy conversations.

Monday, May 18 | Suggested Arrival

Participants are encouraged to arrive on Monday, May 18, 2026 and take advantage of the ALC room block at the Holiday Inn Washington Capitol Hotel.


Tuesday, May 19 | Fly-In Kickoff + Meetings

7:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Breakfast & Briefing
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol Hotel – Capitol Ballroom

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Hill Congressional Appointments
Capitol Hill

Evening
Dinner on Your Own


Wednesday, May 20 | Capitol Hill Meetings

7:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Open Breakfast
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol Hotel Bistro Restaurant  - guests will receive breakfast tickets at check-in for greater meeting flexibility.

8:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Congressional/Agency Appointments
Capitol Hill

12:00 PM | Group Picture
Capitol Steps

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Congressional Reception
House of Representatives
Longworth House Office Building – Room 1300

May 21 | Board Meeting Details

ALC Executive Committee Members, Board of Directors, Association Executive Directors, and Members are invited to join us for the 2026 ALC Board Meeting on Thursday, May 21, 2026 at the Holiday Inn Washington Capitol Hotel in Washington, D.C..

Thursday, May 21 | Board Meeting

7:00 AM – 8:00 AM | Breakfast
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol Hotel – Capitol I Room

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Board Meeting
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol Hotel – Capitol II Room

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Lunch
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol Hotel – Capitol I Room

1:00 PM | DC Fly-In Concludes