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
Emerald Ash Borer: Identification, Reporting, and Weighing Management Options
Join us for a hands-on, informative workshop focused on emerald ash borer (EAB), an invasive pest threatening ash trees in Oregon. Participants will gain valuable knowledge on EAB identification, effective reporting methods, and management options. This workshop will also include practical learning rotations where attendees will explore various aspects…06Jun2025
River Island Farm Tour
Truffle Farming enthusiasts! Please join us for a tour on 6.5 acres of truffle inoculated Oaks and Filberts using a regenerative approach with cover cropping and low impact cultivation. Trees have just finished their 4th year in the ground, with funding from NRCS, SWCS, etc…11Jun2025
Wildflower Walk and Pollinator Talk
Registration for this field day is full, but you can learn about Dave and Mary Ann's experience transforming their pollinator meadow along with advice for others looking to do the same in From pasture to pollinators: lessons learned in creating a native plant meadow. -- Registration is…24Jun2025
McDowell Creek Hike
Join us for an informal meetup and hike at McDowell Creek Park outside of Lebanon, Oregon RSVP by June 25: jhbattle@outlook.com or 541-737-3856 When: Plan on a two hour hike, from 10:00am to approximately noon. Where to Meet: Meet at the first (main) parking lot.…26Jun2025
Untapped Potential: Exploring the future of Bigleaf maple syrup
Did you know that our native Bigleaf maple produces a delicious syrup that rivals that of the Northeast? Maple sugaring is an emerging industry in NW Oregon. OSU's Maple Sugaring Research and Development Program is exploring what commercial opportunities there may be on private lands in other parts of…26Jun2025
Chart the unknown: Getting started with digital mapping apps
Get the most out of digital mapping apps on your smart phone or tablet. Using two commonly available digital mapping applications, Avenza Maps and CalTopo, the instructors will lead you through detailed tutorials and demonstrate how to integrate these digital tools into daily forest and land management activities.…10Jul2025