The Forestry Corner
March 2022
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Photo by Amanda Brenner
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A monthly collection of woodland-related events, resources, and updates from OSU Extension
for our neighbors in Marion, Clackamas, Multnomah, and Hood River counties.
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Upcoming Learning Opportunities
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Community forestry day at Hopkins Demonstration Forest
Reforestation workshop, milling, and volunteer host program review
March 12
8:30 am - 2:30 pm
Email Jean to get on the list for lunch.
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Tree debris disposal using an Air-curtain burner
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Thursday, March 24
11:00 am - 12:00 noon
Hopkins Demonstration Forest
16750 S.Brockway Rd., Oregon City
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Air-curtain burner technology provides a method of burning woody debris that recirculates smoke particles for more complete combustion. It greatly reduces smoke emissions compared to pile burning. If you have a lot of tree debris or slash to dispose of, this is an alternative to burning piles or chipping. Ryan Ramage of Valley Environmental will provide a demonstration of the air curtain burner at Hopkins Demonstration Forest. He uses a “Burn Boss” capable of processing about 10 tons per hour.
Please register so we know you are coming.
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Journey down the Clackamas
An exciting series of seminars about our remarkable river
Winter sessions are all about fish, habitat, and river restoration
Every other Tuesday evening
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Registration | Webinar description
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Additional programs and trainings
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Developing a Successful Agritourism Business in Oregon is a new online course for farmers and ranchers interested in adding an agricultural tourism business to their operation.
Agritourism includes welcoming visitors onto your farm or ranch to sell products, engage with customers, offer various agritourism activities, enhance the visibility of local farms, and build connections in the community.
The course is self-paced and includes text, videos and worksheets. It is anticipated to take several hours to complete. You will have opportunity to consult with the course instructors to ask questions and engage in additional activities.
Course registration is $20 with scholarships available upon request. Registration is open through March 31, 2022.
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Classes held on eight Saturdays April - June
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cost: $100
The Master Woodland Manager program will help you gain in-depth skills for tending your forest and provide you with opportunities to share your passion for stewardship with others. MWM training is only offered every 5-8 years and enrollment is limited.
Master Woodland Manager information
Contact glenn.ahrens@oregonstate.edu if you are interested in applying or have more questions.
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“Women of Forestry: inspiring leadership,” is the theme of the Starker Lecture Series. It focuses on women who act as agents of change within the forestry and forest products sector as well as within their communities.
Starker Lecture Series 2022
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Resources & job announcements
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Preventing Phytophthora Infestations in Restoration Nurseries
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Phytophthora species are water molds that can kill plants. They can spread undetected in container plants and equipment. To learn more about Phytophthora, visit the the OSU Extension Catalog webpage.
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Woodland Notes, Winter 2022
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In this edition of Woodland Notes, find current forestry events, forest health updates, June 2021 heat impacts, Nordmann fir on the OSU campus, seedling availability, and a memorial to Jim Schreiber. Continue reading
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Employment opportunity with Forestry and Natural Resources: Willamette Valley/North Cascades Regional Fire Specialist
For more information and to apply, visit: http://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/114317 Posting #P05255UF
Closing Date 03/19/2022
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