This five-session course is ideal for anyone just starting out taking care of a woodland property, or those who would benefit from a refresher on the basics.

Registration will be coming soon, classroom and field day locations will likely be in the Stayton area. All sessions will be in person.

Topics covered include:

• Getting started - Exploring your woodland property and its potential with respect to your goals.
• What’s going on in your woods - Assessing current woodland resource conditions, forest health, and stages of development.
• Taking care of your woods - Tree planting, weed control, care for an established forest, and improving forest conditions for your desired outcomes.
• Getting it done - Safety, tools and techniques, timber sale logistics, and laws and regulations.

Schedule and format:

• Thursday, October 10, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (classroom session)
• Thursday, October 17, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (classroom session)
• Thursday, October 25, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (classroom session)
• Saturday, October 26, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (field day)
• Thursday, October 31, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (classroom session)

Instructors:

• Glenn Ahrens, OSU Forestry & Natural Resources Extension Agent for Clackamas, Marion, and Hood River counties
• Lorelle Sherman, OSU Forestry & Natural Resources Extension Agent for Linn, Benton, and Polk counties

Registration is $40 per person or $50 per family. If you have any questions, please contact Sarah at [email protected] or 503-655-8631.