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
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),…23Apr2025
Mycology Workshop
Join us for a workshop about mushrooms and other forest fungi Please RSVP by April 17th to: Vicky Makar - vmakar9@gmail.com or 210-380-2733 We'll be hiking/walking in the Beazell Memorial Forest with Lorelle Sherman, OSU Extension Forester and Mycologist. Her research areas are silviculture, fire, forest health, and…24Apr2025
Spring Veteran Farmer Coffee + Chat - In the Garden
Are you a Veteran? Want to connect with other Veterans who are farming or interested in farming? Come join us at the Linn County Demo Garden to network and learn about soil testing – the how’s, why’s, and resources for what to do afterwards. Plus, check out our Veteran…25Apr2025
Weed Tour: Blackberry Control
This tour will focus on different methods of controlling blackberries, including mechanical, grazing, and herbicide spray (ground and aerial spraying). Travel around by van to local blackberry control sites in Douglas County with experts from DC Noxious Weed Advisory Board, OR Department of Agriculture Noxious Weed program, Douglas Soil…08May2025
Prune Like a Pro: Essential Tree Pruning Techniques for Woodlands
Pruning is more than just cutting branches—it’s about knowing the right cuts to make at the right time. This hands-on workshop covers essential tree pruning techniques, when and why to prune, and how to use different tools safely and effectively. After learning the basics, you’ll get to put…08May2025