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
Clackamas Woodland Farmer of the Year Banquet
Nominating and awarding the Woodland Farmer of the Year is one way we can highlight the hard work that woodland owners put into supporting Oregon’s important forest resources. The nominees are great examples of innovation, dedication, and joy in pursuit of good stewardship. OSU Extension Forester, Glenn Ahrens will…23Oct2025
Ties to the Land: Succession Planning for Forestland Owners
This workshop is designed for forestland owners 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 for holding…24Oct2025
Clean Starts: Nursery Pathogen Management
This class has been cancelled - registered participants will be notified by email and receive the appropriate refund through the ideal-logic system. We apologize for any inconvenience. -------------------------- Join us for an essential workshop focused on managing Phytophthora in Oregon nurseries. This class will provide practical strategies and science-based…24Oct2025
Tree School Lane
Tree School Lane will be held Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Churchill High School. This mini-college features 32 classes on a wide variety of topics of interest to family forestland owners, professional foresters, loggers, arborists, teachers, and forest enthusiasts of Northwest Oregon. The day-long event offers classroom sessions taught…25Oct2025
Certified Burn Manager Course
Oregon State University and the Oregon Department of Forestry are hosting an Oregon Certified Burn Manager training course, October 27-30, 2025, at the Union County OSU Extension Office, 10507 N McAlister, La Grande OR 97850. Classes start at 0900 on the 27th, and at 0800 thereafter. Classes conclude at…27Oct2025