Oregon Department of Forestry
A woodland scene
Forest Field Day
Photo of Oregon Department of Forestry Stewardship Forester Jordan Ryder and Prairie Mountain students at this year's Forest Field Day
How to manage "Grandma Petersen's" forestland
Reaching consensus on this hypothetical situation is the focus of this year's "Forest Field Days" in Lane County. "Forest Field Days" give middle school students the chance to learn about the challenges and opportunities in managing forest lands. This year's activities include a fun-filled curricula about soil and water, recreation, forestry, and wildlife.
2008 Wildfire Home Awareness Contest
A photo of wildfire safe residence
Homeowners in northwest Oregon can win up to $500 in cash to help make their homes survivable in the event of a wildfire. The contest runs from May 3 through June 27. Enter today!
Firefighting crew bosses required to speak English
Firefighter
Recent - and not-so-recent - reports have caused confusion about language requirements for firefighters.
Popular Tillamook State Forest campgrounds delay openings
Wilson River on the Tillamook State Forest
Continuing snow and other adverse weather conditions mean that many campgrounds remain closed until mid- to late-May.
Current Topics
Storm damage on the north Oregon coast
Severe Winter Storm Information: Are you looking for help after recent winter storms? Below are links to resources offered by the Oregon Department of Forestry to help with tree damage, timber blowdown, and forest debris, and to more information and resources available on the Governor's website.
Fire Information
Agency Information and Budget Development
Timber Sales on State Forests
A logging operation on one of Oregon's state forests
The Oregon Department of Forestry operates an active timber sale program on state forest lands. Timber sales provide economic benefits to communities where the lands are located, and ultimate social and environmental benefits for all Oregonians.
The Tillamook Forest Center is currently open Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The "Find yourself in the forest" Guest Presenter Series debuted at the center in March and runs through October. A different presenter will speak every month - Next up on May 18th: Malcolm Hiatt, ODF Protection Unit Forester, speaking about "Wildfire and you".
Visit us today and "find yourself in the forest!"
You are invited to attend the formal dedication of the Forest History Center at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, May 2nd. The dedication will include special displays, tours of the center, and refreshments.
The Forest History Center on ODF's Salem Campus is open on Fridays from 10 a.m to 3 p.m. Stop by and learn more about Oregon's forest past.
Oregon will be 150 years old and the Oregon Department of Forestry will be helping to celebrate! Learn more about how you can "Sustain the Spirit" at the Oregon 150 website.
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