Member Benefits

When you join the Timber Framers Guild as an Individual member: 

You become part of the Guild community. Your world just got bigger. You can connect with timber framers all over the world and begin to collaborate in a unique, sustainable way of building. You will find your kindred spirits among us, at Conferences, Regional Meetings (a Rendezvous), Tours, Educational Programs, and Committee Involvement. You also have access to a variety of educational materials. 

As part of their membership, Guild members receive

  • Our journal, TIMBER FRAMING (4x/year)
  • Our magazine, Scantlings (6x/year)
  • Access to our Apprenticeship program
  • Member rates on events and Guild store items
  • Notice of Guild projects, meetings, and other happenings
  • Weekly Guild Notes e-newsletter
  • Access to event blogs

You can develop your timber framing skills

Reading our publications, attending regional meetings, and volunteering are available to you instantly as ways to connect and learn. Other, more in-depth resources include our Education and Training Initiaitves, our Conferences and workshops, and local or international tours to see timber framers in action and view structures build by dedicated artisans. 

You have opportunities to give back

Whether a little or a lot, whether time or money, there is always an opportunity at the Guild to give back and be part of the progress:  Project involvement, Presenting at meetings and conferences, Writing for publications, Hosting a regional meeting, or Donating time or services.


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