The Forestry Corner
August 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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Emerald Ash Borer Detected in Oregon
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On June 30, 2022, emerald ash borer (EAB), an exotic beetle that infests ash trees, was discovered in Forest Grove, Oregon, making the first confirmation of the invasive pest on the West Coast. In Oregon, the establishment of EAB could devastate whole habitat types dominated by Oregon ash.
OSU Extension recently released a compilation of resources to provide the basics on the situation and paths to more detailed information. You can also find resources as you continue to browse this month's Forestry Corner. Please get in touch if you have any questions about this emerging situation.
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Upcoming learning opportunities
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Re-thinking Fire: Intersection of Art & Science
Learn more about the causes and impacts of severe wildlife and the use of art as an entry point to engage the public at the World Forestry Center. Registration required, tickets $10.
August 6, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Program information and registration
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Community Forestry Days at Hopkins
Current projects include: milling and finishing siding and trim for the Outreach Center, trail reconstruction and invasive weed removal.
August 13, 8:30 am - 2:30 pm
September 10, 8:30 am - 2:30 pm
Email Peter for more information | Email Jean to get on the list for lunch.
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Rehab of Young Stands Damaged by the '21 Ice Storm
This workshop will look at treatments with masticators, small excavators and chipping machines to rehab young stands devastated by the ice storm.
Summer 2022 TBA at Hopkins Demonstration Forest
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Pole Timber Harvesting and Sale
We plan to harvest utility poles from the Douglas-fir management area. When the harvest is active, we will hold a workshop with Ken Nygren, consulting forester for White Oaks Natural Resources Service.
Summer 2022 TBA at Hopkins Demonstration Forest
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Woodland Farmer of the Year Tour and CCFFA Summer Picnic
Join us for the Woodland Farmer of the Year tour and Clackamas County Farm Forestry Association summer picnic at the Baker Homestead forest near Aims.
Sept 10, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Additional events and trainings
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Tree School Field Day at Hopkins
October 8, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join us for an outdoor Tree School Field Day at Hopkins Demonstration Forest! Learning opportunities will include field classes, demonstrations and hands-on activities.
Registration will be open soon, be the first to know by completing our Summer and Fall Event Interest Form. Email Sarah if you you have any questions, or if would like to volunteer at the Tree School Field Day!
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Oregon Forest Pest Detector Training
This free online course is available 24/7!
The Oregon Forest Pest Detector training is now available for free and offers information on how to recognize the signs and symptoms of invasive forest pests, including the emerald ash borer which was recently detected in Forest Grove, Oregon. A fee option is available for those who wish to earn Continuing Education Credits from one of OSU Extension's partner organizations.
Learn more and take the Oregon Forest Pest Detector training here!
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Resources and job announcements
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Prescribed Fire Basics: Why We Burn
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Prescribed burning is the practice of intentional burning to obtain specific results. People practice prescribed fire to improve habitats and the health of forests. Differences in local ecology, management priorities and historical use call for different approaches.
More information can be found in the OSU Extension Fire Program publication EM 9339.
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New Episode of In the Woods Podcast Released
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In this episode, Lauren Grand invites Christine Buhl (ODF) and Daniel Stark (OSU Extension) on the podcast to discuss what the recent discovery of emerald ash borer in Oregon means and how to prevent it from spreading. Listen here.
"We are advising people not to transport firewood, if at all possible...the regulations say keep transportation of firewood within 50 miles, we prefer within 10 miles from where it was cut."
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Invasive Weeds in Forestland: Tansy Ragwort
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Tansy ragwort is a frequent topic this time of year. In this publication from OSU Extension you can learn more about management and preventative options. The publication also includes descriptions of the weed and its life cycle, history of infestation in the U.S. and West, and sources of more information. Learn more by reading publication EC1599.
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