The Forestry Corner
November 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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Community Forestry Days at Hopkins
Current projects include: milling and finishing siding and trim for the Outreach Center, trail reconstruction, and invasive weed removal.
November 12, 8:30 am - 2:30 pm
December 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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Basic Forestry Shortcourse - North Willamette Valley
This five-session course is ideal for people who are new to taking care of woodland or forested property. We will provide a broad introduction to woodland types, forestry practices, and terminology.
Fall 2022/Winter 2023, TBD
Sign up to receive details when available
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Reforestation Assistance Workshops
Likely topics will include: assessing your situation, selecting species and types of seedlings, acquiring seedlings, site preparation for planting, protecting seedlings from damage, and maintenance throughout the establishment phase.
Fall 2022/Winter 2023, TBD
Sign up to receive details when available
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Managing Forests in a Changing Climate
Forest owners and land managers are expressing increasing concerns about how to manage forests in a changing climate. We are planning a series of meetings to discuss recent research and findings.
Fall 2022/Winter 2023, TBD
Sign up to receive details when available
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Additional events and trainings
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Oregon Season Tracker Training
Throughout the year, Oregon Season Tracker volunteers contribute valuable citizen science data to researchers while learning about local precipitation patterns and phenology. No experience is required to volunteer, the online training is free but you will need to purchase a rain gauge to participate.
Learn more and become an Oregon Season Tracker!
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Resources and job announcements
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A "Sweet" New Way to Enjoy Bigleaf Maples
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In the Woods Podcast - New Episode!
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In this episode, Stream Restoration, Stephen Fitzgerald (OSU Extension) visits Woodcock Creek to interview multiple people involved in restoring and enhancing its natural habitat. Listen here!
"The idea is that we fix the passage barriers, we get fish back into these areas, [and] provide the habitat so they're ready to go when they get here." - Dave Steward, ODFW Habitat Biologist
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10-Minute University™ - Emerald Ash Borer
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Dr. Gail Langalletto, Professor of Horticulture at OSU, presented about the emerald ash borer at a recent OSU Clackamas County Master Gardener Association meeting. The video can be found on the OSU Extension Service website here.
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