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Land Manager's Guide to Aspen Management in Oregon

Quaking aspen (Populus tremuloides) is one of a few iconic trees that symbolize the spirit of the West. Though sparsely distributed throughout Oregon, aspen is an important species, providing a long history of ...

Jon Bates, Kirk Davies, Tim Deboodt, Stephen Fitzgerald, Ann Humphrey, John Kaiser, Jim Lowrie, Amy Markus, Tom Rodhouse, Rob Sharp, Darin Stringer, Nicole Strong | Sep 2010 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Managing Organic Debris for Forest Health

This publication outlines the role of forest organic debris in inland Northwest forests. Recommends how to maintain forest soil productivity and improve wildlife habitat while reducing wildfire and insect-pest hazards. ...

Chris C. Schnepf, Russell T. Graham, Sandy Kegley, Theresa B. Jain | Mar 2009 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Reducing Hazardous Fuels on Woodland Properties: Mechanical Fuels Reduction

Describes mechanical ways to reduce hazardous fuels on woodland properties, including Slashbuster-type machines, grinders, and masticators. Outlines considerations in using mechanical methods: move-in cost and parcel size, site impacts, and maintenance.

Max Bennett, Stephen Fitzgerald | Aug 2008 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Reducing Hazardous Fuels on Woodland Property: Disposing of Woody Material

Tells various ways to use and dispose of woody material left after a thinning or harvest on forest land. Uses include sawlogs, posts and poles, firewood, and biomass fuel. Describes slash-disposal options: cut and...

Max Bennett, Stephen Fitzgerald | Aug 2008 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Reducing Hazardous Fuels on Woodland Property: Thinning

Describes benefits of thinning a stand of forest trees. Benefits include increased potential economic value as well as better protection against wildfire. Outlines thinning rules and regulations and how thinning is ...

Robert (Bob) Parker, Max Bennett | Aug 2008 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Selling Timber and Logs

An overview of steps in planning and conducting a sale of timber and logs from small woodlands. Discusses how to do market research, identify product options, decide on type of sale (standing timber or logs), ...

Steve Bowers, John Punches | May 2007 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Selecting Native Plant Materials for Restoration Projects

Selecting appropriate plant materials for restoration projects contributes to the success of the project by ensuring better adaptation and survival of the plants. "Appropriate" means choosing species that are suitable ...

Brad Withrow-Robinson, Randy Johnson | Nov 2006 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Pruning Western White Pine: A Vital Tool for Species Restoration

Pruning young white pine can increase survival of individual trees exposed to white pine blister rust and help restore the species in Inland Northwest forests. Learn when and how to prune and the silvicultural ...

Chris C. Schnepf, John W. Schwandt | Jun 2006 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

The Care and Planting of Tree Seedlings on Your Woodland

Covers the care and handling of seedlings. Discusses proper seedling planting techniques, including timing, tree spacing, planting spot selection, and tools. Highlights common mistakes made when planting, such as crooked...

Mark Elefritz, Mary M. Atkinson, Stephen Fitzgerald | May 2006 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)