The Forestry Corner
June 2022
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The Forestry Corner is a monthly collection of woodland-related events, resources and updates from OSU Extension for our neighbors in Marion, Clackamas and Hood River counties.
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Upcoming learning opportunities
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Removing Dead Trees from Steep Terrain
In-person at SOREC, 569 Hanley Road, Central Point, and online via Zoom. $15 per person or sliding scale.
June 7th, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Registration | Program description
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Conifers of the Pacific Northwest
Join the Washington County Master Gardener Association's Speaker Series as author and OSU Master Gardener, Elizabeth Price, presents.
June 7th, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Registration | Webinar description
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Community Forestry Day at Hopkins
Current projects: trail sign construction, on-going ice damage cleanup, milling and finishing siding and trim for the Outreach Center, reforestation unit maintenance and mowing.
June 11th, 8:30 am - 2:30 pm
More information | Email Jean to get on the list for lunch
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Journey Down the Clackamas
Join for the final seminar, "How public policy shapes the Clackamas River basin: present, past & future".
June 14th, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Registration | Program description
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Good Wood Celebration
Join the Build Local Alliance for an in-person Good Wood Celebration - stories of local wood, grown, crafted and placed.
June 16th, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Registration | Program description
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Oregon Family Forest Convention: Under the Big Tent
This 3-day gathering in “The Heart of the Valley” (Corvallis) will be held mostly outdoors including tours, educational sessions, demonstrations, awards, local meals and social activities.
June 23rd - June 25th, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Registration | convention agenda
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Additional events and trainings
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Youth Tractor Safety Certification Training
June 22nd - 24th or June 27th - 29th
Available through partnerships with OSU Extension, Clackamas County 4-H and local farmers, the Youth Tractor Certification Course is a 22-hour program designed to teach safety as it relates to driving and managing farm implements. The course offers both classroom and hands-on tractor driving experience for youth ages 14-17.
Cost: $95/participant (non-refundable). Participants must attend all three days of the session and pass both a written and driving test to receive certification.
4-H / FFA membership not required.
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Art in the Garden is back at The Oregon Garden
May 28th - September 3rd
Once again this summer local artists will showcase their handcrafted pieces alongside the natural splendor of the garden at Art in the Garden, giving guests an opportunity to not only enjoy but also purchase pieces of art.
There is no additional fee for enjoying Art in the Garden event: the art can be viewed at any time during open hours for the duration or the exhibit.
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Resources and job announcements
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In the Woods Podcast: New Episode
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In this episode, Lauren Grand is joined by Carrie Berger and Emily Jane Davis to discuss how communities can be better prepared for wildlife.
"In the Woods" is a monthly podcast series brought to you by the OSU Extension Forestry & Natural Resources program. Listen to the fire adapted communities episode.
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"Forward Together: Restoring Oregon's Federal Forests" Video Series
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The Oregon Department of Forestry has released four new videos as part of its Federal Forest Restoration (FFR) Program. These videos show how the FFR Program is helping mitigate climate change and address federal forest health challenges in Oregon, including risk of wildfire, insect pests and disease. Learn more about the series.
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