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…

Small Farm Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop

In this workshop we will cover "Winter" pruning of young trees to help control vigor, reduce winter labor and minimize disease risk and the cleaning up of productive mature trees and reinvigorating old trees. We will use this diverse orchard for hands-on demonstrations with apples, pears, plums, and…

Oregon Naturalist Book Club: Fen, Bog, & Swamp

Join us for the in-person Winter 2025 Oregon Naturalist Book club led by certified Oregon Naturalist, Lecia. Our Winter 2025 book pick is Annie Proulx's Bog, Fen, & Swamp. We will meet at the OSU Extension Office in Washington County, located at 1815 NW 169th Place, Suite 1000 in…

Oak Restoration and Prescribed Fire Planning Tour

Join the OSU Extension Fire Program and the Oak Creek Conservancy on a field tour to explore opportunities for the use of prescribed fire in the mid-Willamette Valley. We will learn about the Oak Creek Conservancy, discuss site preparation and burn planning, and consider opportunities for landowners to work…

Dig In: Grow Your Forest Planting Skills

Get your hands dirty and learn how to plant the future! This hands-on workshop is perfect for anyone who wants to develop practical forestry skills and ensure successful forest regeneration. In this class, you will: Explore different types of seedlings and learn how to choose the right…

Enhance Tree Health, Structure, and Aesthetic

In this workshop, you’ll learn about the following from an ISA Board Certified Master Arborist: Tree Health: Proper pruning promotes healthy growth by removing dead or diseased branches, improving air circulation, and reducing the risk of pest infestations. Structure: Understand how to prune for structure, including structural…

Emerald Ash Borer: Managing a New Threat to Oregon's Trees *

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Introduction to Oregon Season Tracker

Join us to learn about Oregon Season Tracker, an Oregon State University Extension community science program. Volunteer observers across the state observe precipitation and plant phenology in their backyards, woodlands, farms, and schools where they contribute to climate science while learning-by-doing. This webinar will give you background information on…

Goods from the Woods

Join our celebration of International Day of Forests with an informative and relaxing walking tour through the Glide Education Forest. This free event invites you to discover the fascinating uses of native plants, guided by a variety of experts. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings and enrich your understanding of the…

Tree School Clackamas

**Tree School registration is now full, please see our Regional Tree School page for other upcoming opportunities** Tree School Clackamas will be held on Saturday, March 22 at the Clackamas Community College in Oregon City. Advanced registration is required, there will be no walk-in registration available at Tree…

Fresh Starts: The Role of Young Forests in Wildlife & Land Management

Join us for a field tour exploring how forests grow back after harvest or wildfire! We’ll visit different properties—both public and private—to see how young forests take shape and provide habitat under different conditions. On this tour, we will: Visit areas that have regrown after wildfire, with and…

2025 Douglas County School Forestry Tour

We are pleased to announce that the OSU Extension Service will offer the Douglas County School Forestry Tour this spring! The Forestry Tour is geared toward 5th-grade students but 4/5 and 5/6 blend classrooms are welcome to reserve space. The Tour dates are April 23-25 (Wednesday through Friday),…

Oregon Naturalist Book Club: Grizzly Confidential

Join us for the Spring 2025 virtual Oregon Naturalist Book club led by certified Oregon Naturalist, Natalie. Our Spring 2025 book pick is Kevin Grange's Grizzly Confidential: An Astounding Journey into the Secret Life of North America’s Most Fearsome Predator. Book Club meetings are open to all. Please…

Fresh Starts - The role of young forests in wildlife & land management

This full-day field tour will visit sites across three common forms of early seral forests in the Pacific Northwest: post-fire stands, salvage-logged post-fire stands, and intensively managed stands. Continuing education credits will be applied for SAF and The Wildlife Society. We will meet at an undetermined location in Canyonville…