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…

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…

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…

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…

Taking Care of Your Woodland Road

Maintenance considerations for small woodland owners.…

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…

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…

Tree School Clackamas

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 School. Registration will open on Tuesday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m. and close once classes are full or…

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…