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Overcoming Reforestation Challenges

This class will provide an update on current reforestation challenges and a discussion of ways to overcome them. Shortages of seedlings and services are making it hard to get trees in the ground, particularly with the increase...

Glenn Ahrens | Oct 2021 | Video

Wildfires, climate create challenges for establishing new trees

In the aftermath of disastrous wildfire seasons, it is harder than ever to find seedlings and workers for reforestation efforts. But there's help out there. Here's a look at what's available for reforestation efforts.

Glenn Ahrens | Oct 2021 | Article Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Will wildlife damage my old growth juniper?

Q: We have an old growth juniper on our property, and it has been taken over by squirrels. They have made their homes underneath the tree. I am afraid they will weaken the root structure, and the tree could fall over in ...

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Native Trees of Western Oregon

Trouble distinguishing white and black oaks? Wondering if that huge cedar is an incense, Port-Orford, or Western red? The more you know about your trees, the better you can care for them and improve their overall health. This...

Alicia Christiansen, Lauren Grand | Apr 2021 | Video

Why some trees can stand up to ice storms

The ice storm in 2021 in Clackamas and Marion counties provided lots of lessons about the kinds of trees that are vulnerable to weather damage. It also showed that well-spaced trees are stronger in the face of adversity.

Glenn Ahrens | Apr 2021 | Article

Forestry Extension assists state with monitoring the invasive spongy moth

FNR agents and volunteers deployed and collected 340 traps across western Oregon for the IPPM program.

Dan Stark | Mar 2021 | Impact story

Ongoing recovery from wildfire and ice damage

Oregon State Extension Service and other agencies are working together to help landowners recover from wildfires. The effort includes assessing reforestation needs, acquiring seedlings and facilitating restoration.

Glenn Ahrens | Mar 2021 | Article

Tree School Online helps woodland owners during COVID-19

Tree School events were provided online in a series of 35 webinars hosted by OSU Extension in Clackamas County in collaboration with the Oregon Forest Resources Institute and the Oregon Partnership for Forestry Education.

Glenn Ahrens | Mar 2021 | Impact story

Will cremation ashes hurt my memorial tree?

Q: I would like to plant a ponderosa pine (one gallon size) with my mothers ashes in the Deschutes National Forest. I have already checked with this agency and a permit is not required. If I dig a hole and place the ...