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


Chart the Unknown: Getting Started with Digital Mapping Apps - FULL

* This event is full but you are welcome to add yourself to the waitlist. You will be notified if another workshop date is scheduled. Get the most out of digital mapping apps on your smartphone or tablet. Using two commonly available digital mapping applications, Avenza and CalTopo, the…
22Jan2025

Planting Forest Tree Seedlings

This field workshop will review the basic steps in tree planting, site preparation, seedling types and care, and more. After a discussion about planting, we will move onto the hands-on portion. A variety of tools and seedling stock types and species will be provided to help plant part of…
08Feb2025

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…
13Feb2025

Taking Care of Your Woodland Road

Maintenance considerations for small woodland owners.…
15Feb2025

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…
23Feb2025