Forestry & Natural Resources Extension
Welcome to the Forestry & Natural Resources Extension Program at Oregon State University! Our Extension Agents and Specialists work everyday to learn about the latest techniques in natural resource management, and then, through educational programs and materials, transfer this knowledge to our client groups, such as forest owners, foresters and other natural resource managers, Educators (PreK-12), Christmas tree growers, loggers and forest workers, etc. On this website you will learn about some of our marquee programs, such as Master Woodland Manager, Citizen Fire Academy, Women Owning Woodlands, Tree School, and more. Check out our calendar of upcoming events, and our more than 100 publications and other educational materials. Also, we invite you to visit your nearest county Extension office to meet your county staff up close and personal. While we do not have Forestry & Natural Resources Extension Agents in every county, chances are there is an agent in a nearby county who can assist you. It is our mission to be the state's leading provider of research-based knowledge and problem-solving educational programs designed to foster new ways to manage and use Oregon's forest resources wisely.
Upcoming Opportunities
Wreath making with non-timber forest products
Join other women landowners and the Women Owning Woodlands Network to learn about native trees and shrubs useful for making wreaths, non-timber forest products, how to harvest materials, and how to create/decorate a wreath. Each participant will take home their creation. Greenery and decorations are provided.…07Dec2024
Oregon Naturalist Share Out - All Welcome
Do you have a special skill you'd like to share with your fellow Oregon Naturalists? Are you passionate about a special place or living thing in Oregon? Do you love talking to people about your favorite plant/insect/etc? Are you an artist or educator who wants to lead a demonstration?…08Dec2024
Forest Management Planning Refresher
This evening webinar is designed to help forest landowners get started developing a management plan or update an existing plan. Participants will become familiar with the management plan template. Consider your own unique goals and objectives and the resources and limitations of your woodland. We will cover how to…11Dec2024
Fire Ecology of Oregon Forests
Explore the Fire Ecology of Oregon Join us this winter for our upcoming series focusing on Oregon's fire ecology. We'll begin with some foundational concepts, then feature experts who will dive deeper into the complexities of fire ecology for the diverse ecosystems across the state. Series website…09Jan2025