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
Jacques Ranch & Farm - A Veteran Farmer Network Farm Tour
Are you a Veteran who is farming or interested in farming? Please join us for a Veteran owned farm tour at Jacques Ranch & Farm, located just outside Albany Oregon. The farm is currently raising Angus Limousine mix cattle, growing and harvesting their own pasture grasses on 16…18Jul2025
From overwhelmed to on-track: Forest management planning made easy
Creating a forest management plan doesn’t have to be overwhelming. This six-week course is designed especially for landowners who want to care for their woods but aren’t sure where to start. Each week, we’ll walk through a different section of a forest management plan—breaking it down into manageable pieces…30Jul2025
Landslides in Forested Landscapes
This one-day workshop will include morning lectures followed by field visits to nearby landslide landforms. Learn about the geologic processes, risk factors and impacts that affect small forest landowners. We will cover an introduction to the ODF forest practice rules that apply to harvesting and road construction as they…15Aug2025
Ties to the Land: Succession Planning for Rural Landowners
This Friday afternoon presentation is designed for rural landowners interested in planning for the future. We will cover a succession planning framework designed to meet your own vision and goals for your rural property. Learn tips for dividing the succession planning process into manageable sections. We will cover considerations…12Sep2025
Ties to the Land: Succession Planning for Rural Landowners
This Monday afternoon presentation is designed for rural landowners interested in planning for the future. We will cover a succession planning framework designed to meet your own vision and goals for your rural property. Learn tips for dividing the succession planning process into manageable sections. We will cover considerations…15Sep2025
Basic Forestry Shortcourse: Intro to Woodland Management (Polk & Yamhill)
Registration Coming Soon! Opens August 1st, 2025 Looking to build skills for caring for your trees and managing your forest? Or just need a refresher? A Basic Forestry Shortcourse: Intro to Woodland Management teaches landowners and land stewards the following topics over 4 Thursday classes and…18Sep2025