Self worth - Members believe that MFA is a good and viable organization. Member driven - MFA members own the association. They hire MFA staff to steer the organization to specific locations in a legal, ethical, productive, efficient and cost-effective fashion. MFA members are the leaders and MFA staff are technicians working under member direction. All other committee and task groups, including the MFA Executive Committee, report to the MFA Board of Governors.
Members value the depth and breadth of technical expertise contained within the organization.
Regional distinctions - Members want regional distinctions. MFA established and maintains regional identity through the use of four regional divisions to assist in serving its members. Advocacy - Members want an established presence in the Maryland legislature . Members believe the wide range of member expertise allows MFA to be respected on forest issues. Member diversity - Members want MFA to represent diverse member interests.