Upcoming events
Tree School Umpqua
TREE SCHOOL UMPQUA
Friday, August 21st from 8:30 a.m.-4:45 p.m.
$70 (July 6 - August 2) *Register early for the best class selection!
$90 (August 3-11)
Umpqua Community College
Roseburg, OR
This mini-college features 23 classes on a wide variety of topics of interest to family forestland owners, professionals in forestry and natural resources, loggers, arborists, teachers, and the general public.
Check out the Class Catalog and view a map of UCC to help you find your way around campus for Tree School.
This day-long event offers classroom sessions taught by Extension foresters, professional foresters, and other resource management professionals. Classes are 1.5 hours long, and you can attend up to four over the course of the day.
Campfire Conversations - Baker County
The Northern Blues Forest Collaborative is hosting two informal "Campfire Conversations" about the Blue Mountain Forest Plan Revision. These family-friendly events will explore how the different plan options could shape the landscape, what that means for the community, and how your questions, comments, and values can help guide the direction of the plan revision. Please see the attached flyers, as well as the details below, about these upcoming events.
Campfire Conversations:
Wallowa County
Thursday, August 13th, 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Cloverleaf Hall, Wallowa County Fairgrounds (600 NW 1st St., Enterprise, OR 97828)
Baker County
Wednesday, September 2nd, 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Churchill School (3451 Broadway St., Baker City, OR 97814)
Food is provided, families are welcome, and participants will learn how to submit official comments. For more information and to RSVP, visit: https://northernbluescollaborative.org/events.
Columbia County Board Meeting
Join us for the Columbia County Board meeting at 7:00pm at the Fern Hill Grange.
2025 Woodland Farmer of the Year Picnic / N2N Tour
Clackamas County Farm Forestry Association Woodland Farmer of the Year, Neighbor-to-Neighbor Tour and Summer Picnic.
Featuring reforestation efforts to restore a healthy forest and the wildlife that use it!”
September 12, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Richards Family Barre Forest, Estacada
$15 per person. Registration open.
The Richards family Barre Forest was the Clackamas Woodland Farmer of the Year 2025. Their story is one of persistence, passion and dedication to forest stewardship. Bret and Sandy Richards acquired ten acres in 2003, four years after it had been harvested and not reforested. Their first challenge was to battle the brush, which was mostly blackberries. They found that they loved planting and growing trees and all the learning in the process. The Richards enjoyed their forest so much that they expanded their ownership, acquiring another forty acres to the east, taking on more planting and brush management. Over the years, they worked with OSU Extension, Clackamas County Farm Forestry Association, Oregon Department of Forestry and National Resources Conservation Services, both on their land and for their community through volunteering. Join us to learn about their experience and celebrate their accomplishments after twenty-three years of work to improve the forest and make a home for their family.
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Coos-Curry Stuntzner Tree Farm Tour
The program will include property history, streamside protections, and wetland buffers.
The tour will be held on September 12th from 10am - noon. We are meeting up at the Coaledo Weigh Station which is just south east of Coaledo right off Hwy 42.
There is limited space for this tour, so if wish to attend be sure to RSVP to me so that I can mark you down for a spot. You can RSVP to Jayson.Wartnik@hmwcpas.com Please RSVP by 9/4/2026.
Committee for Family Forestlands meeting
Attend, either in person or virtually, a Committee for Family Forestlands meeting.
Lane County TFOY Tour
Please join us to tour the beautiful (and meticulously managed) property of our 2026 Lane County Tree Farmer of the Year.
Planning for Planting: Practical Guidance for Successful Reforestation
Planning for Planting: Practical Guidance for Successful Reforestation
September 25th from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
$10 - Registration is required by September 22nd
Meet in the Umpqua area
* The meeting location will be emailed after registration.
Landowners frequently express both interest and concern about the most challenging step in the cycle of forest management: achieving good regeneration after a disturbance or harvest. Join a team from OSU Forestry Extension for a day in the forest learning about the basics of forest regeneration, including species selection, the influence of topography, using the shade of sheltering objects, browsing by animals, and much more. We will also discuss 'downstream' influences of reforestation choices like impacts on future potential fire behavior, forest product yield, and wildlife habitat.
Participants will get hands-on experience performing a basic plantation measurement plot and testing forest growing conditions. Establishing a vigorous new forest stand is not an easy task, but this workshop will help you move ahead with confidence and clarity.
We will meet in Umpqua and then ride in OSU-provided vans to the tour site.
Columbia County Board Meeting
Join us for the Columbia County Board meeting at 7:00pm at the Fern Hill Grange.
2026 Woodland Farmer of the Year Banquet
2026 Woodland Farmer of the Year Award Banquet
More info coming soon.
Yamhill County Chapter Meeting
Our Wednesday, 10/28/2026 meeting will be longer than usual. Topic: Update on Taxes for small woodland owners by Clint Bentz, CPA, CMA Managing Member of Clint Bentz Consulting LLC. Social at 5:30 PM Presenter 6-7:30 PM. Members are encouraged to invite their financial team (CPA’s, tax accountants, bookkeepers, and attorneys)
Columbia Annual Meeting, Dinner, Elections
Quincy Grange 5 pm, 5:30 Dinner, elections, program, Please RSVP to Mark Dreyer
Campfire Conversations - Wallowa County
The Northern Blues Forest Collaborative is hosting two informal "Campfire Conversations" about the Blue Mountain Forest Plan Revision. These family-friendly events will explore how the different plan options could shape the landscape, what that means for the community, and how your questions, comments, and values can help guide the direction of the plan revision. Please see the attached flyers, as well as the details below, about these upcoming events.
Campfire Conversations:
Wallowa County
Thursday, August 13th, 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Cloverleaf Hall, Wallowa County Fairgrounds (600 NW 1st St., Enterprise, OR 97828)
Baker County
Wednesday, September 2nd, 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Churchill School (3451 Broadway St., Baker City, OR 97814)
Food is provided, families are welcome, and participants will learn how to submit official comments. For more information and to RSVP, visit: https://northernbluescollaborative.org/events.
Columbia County Board Meeting
Join us for the Columbia County Board meeting at 7:00pm at the Fern Hill Grange.
Frank Lumber & Packsaddle Pellet Tour
Greetings Marion-Polk Chapter Members! We have one event scheduled and several exciting opportunities in the works!
Frank Lumber & Packsaddle Pellet Tour
August 6, 9:15 a.m.
47983 E. Lyons-Mill City Drive
Lyons, OR 97358
Join us for a tour of Frank Lumber's state-of-the-art sawmill, where logs are manufactured into high-quality lumber for truss manufacturers and glulam beam fabrication. The mill also makes excellent use of its byproducts by producing premium wood heating pellets.
It has been about 10 years since I last toured the facility, and I was extremely impressed. This is a thoroughly modern sawmill, and I think you will be too!
Please bring:
Hardhat
Hearing protection
High-visibility vest (we will have a few extras if needed)
Safety glasses
Sturdy, closed-toe shoes (no sandals or flip-flops)
Before the tour, I encourage you to visit the Frank Lumber Company website. It is informative, interesting, and give you an idea of the the company. (Did you know they also grow Christmas trees?)
Yamhill County Tree Farmer of the Year Picnic and Tour
YCSWA Tree Farmer of the Year Picnic and Tour
On July 25, 2026 we will meet at 9:30 AM to celebrate the Thornton Ranch being selected as the Yamhill County Chapter of the Oregon Small Woodlands Association's Tree Farmers of the Year for 2026. Nancy Thornton raised her family in Moores Valley. She was tutored daily by her husband Vernon on the ins and outs of creating a ranch. Their son Dale Thornton manages the property carrying on the family tradition of working hard, loving the land, and giving back to the earth.
There are special people along the way that offer mentoring and support. Our area was lucky enough to have Brent O'Nion assigned to us as our stewardship forester. He has been on many of our properties and his quick smile and words of advice have helped shape many decisions that impact us in both the short and long term. When Dale suggested that we throw him a retirement party in conjunction with the Thornton Ranch tour, I immediately agreed.
NEOSWA Field Tour - Lower Joseph Project
FIELD TOUR
NORTHERN BLUES FOREST COLLABORATIVE
Lower Joseph Project
Wednesday, July 22nd | 8:30am - 4:00pm
Join the Northern Blues Forest Collaborative for a full-day field tour to the Lower Joseph Project Area on the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, Wallowa Mountains Ranger District. Participants will gain a firsthand look at how restoration projects are planned, implemented, and adapted to meet ecological, operational, and economic objectives.
Along the way, we'll discuss the decisions, tradeoffs, and partnerships that shape restoration work on the ground.
*Please bring water, lunch, and appropriate clothes and footwear; the tour will include a fair amount of walking on uneven surfaces. If you need special accommodations, please note those in the registration link below.
https://northernbluescollaborative.org/events/2026/7/22/july-field-tour-lower-joseph-project
Farm-Forest Meet and Greet Summer Picnic
An unforgettable events venue nestled in the beautiful and scenic Scotts Valley. Set on a working cattle ranch, The Crown O offers breathtaking views of lush green meadows and distant, tree-brimmed hills. At the heart of the property stands a historic post-and-beam barn, crafted with traditional mortise and tenon joints. This rustic yet elegant structure is the crown jewel of the venue, featuring rustic, elegant, and timeless charm.
Food, beverages and table service provided by:
Douglas County Livestock Association
Douglas chapter of the Oregon Farm Bureau
Douglas Small Woodlands Association
RSVP requested by Friday, July 17 to Brenda Epp
bestlamb@douglasfast.net or 541-679-1565
BRING a neighbor, MEET a neighbor,
BE a neighbor, SEE you there!
Guest speakers, Landowner information, Youth Activities, and more!
Linn County OSWA Summer Picnic and Tour
Linn County OSWA Summer picnic and tour: July 18 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Jim Cota and Mike Melcher will host this event at the Fun Forest Barn on Upper Berlin Drive.
This will include tours on the Fun Forest Tree Farm.
Coos-Curry Tree Farm Tour
Coos-Curry Neighbor‑to‑Neighbor Tree Farm Tour
July 18th, 9:00-2:00
Meeting at the Bridge Grange Hall. From there, the Hitner family will guide us to their tree farm that is nearby. To register for the tour, contact Cilde Grover: cilde@copper.net or call 541-412-8388.
Invite your friends and family, all are welcome!
Benton County OSWA Annual Picnic and Tour
Benton County OSWA Annual Picnic and Tour Saturday, July 18th
Starker Forestry Trail and picnic area, near Blodgett
Come early at 9:00 a.m. for a tour of Starker's Coast redwood plantation and discussion with forester Steve Coskey. We will meet at the Blodgett School at 35177 Tum Tum Rd, Blodgett, OR 97326 for carpooling.
Our annual picnic will be at noon at their covered space – bring your own lunch and camp chair - beverages and dessert will be provided. There is a short loop around the picnic area that is interesting to explore, so wear appropriate shoes. Restroom facilities are available.
Come for one, or come for both!
Picnic area: From the intersection of US 20 and SR 180 in Blodgett, go about 0.5 miles west, turn left on Blodgett Rd., then right at the T intersection, then left onto Tum Tum Rd. The tour sign is 1.5 miles down Tum Tum Road. Take a right at the sign and continue a short way to the parking area.
Columbia County Summer Picnic
CCSWA Summer Picnic
The summer picnic this year will be on Saturday July 18th from 7:30am to 2:00pm. The picnic will be hosted by Dick Courter, 2026 Columbia County tree farmer of the year, and catered by Sunshine Pizza.
More information including the Vernonia area address will be sent in July via a USPS postcard mailing, email, and a posting on our website so stay tuned for the update in July,.
OSWA Open Forum
An opportunity for OSWA members to discuss any topics relevant to small woodland owners.
OSWA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Member Forum
Time: 2026 July 10, 9:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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Meeting ID: 840 6695 3552
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New Members Meeting
Welcome New Members! Let’s talk about your needs, and what OSWA can do for you.
OSWA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: OSWA Zoom Skills, New Members Meeting, Member Forum
Time: July 10, 2026 10:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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Practice Zoom Skills
Brush up on your Zoom Meeting skills with Mike Cafferata. Open to all members.
OSWA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: OSWA Zoom Skills, New Members Meeting, Member Forum
Time: Jul 10, 2026 09:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
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Gordon Meadows Wildflower Tour - Linn County
Gordon Meadows: Wednesday July 1: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
These meadows are located at 4,000’ elev east of Sweet Home in a Forest Service roadless
area. The wildflower tour in 2025 was a success and Lorelle Sherman, our OSU Extension
agent, has agreed to do a repeat. A work party to help restore these meadows is also possible
later in the summer.
Douglas - Planning for Planting
Planning for planting: Practical guidance for successful reforestation
Tuesday, June 30, from 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Umpqua area - Meeting Location TBA
$10 per person
Landowners frequently express both interest and concern about the most challenging step in the cycle of forest management: achieving good regeneration after a disturbance or harvest. Join a team from OSU Forestry Extension for a day in the forest learning about the basics of forest regeneration, including species selection, the influence of topography, using the shade of sheltering objects, browsing by animals, and much more. We will also discuss 'downstream' influences of reforestation choices like impacts on future potential fire behavior, forest product yield, and wildlife habitat.
Family Forest Convention and Oregon Outstanding Tree Farmer of the Year
Family Forest Convention and Oregon Outstanding Tree Farmer of the Year
Save the Date! The Big K Guest Ranch
Come celebrate with us in Douglas County as we honor Kesterson Brothers Logging and the Big K Guest Ranch
Tent camp, bring your RV, or rent one of the 20 on site cabins. Enjoy 2500 acres, includes 11 miles of the Umpqua River, the guest Lodge, guided fishing, and learn about tree farming and ranching—a proud multi-generational legacy we’re excited to share in.
Visit https://big-k.com/ for more information or call: 541-584-2295
Linn County Tree Farmer of the Year Tour
Linn County Tree Farm Of the Year Tour: Saturday, June 20. 10 am to 2 pm
Larry and Nancy Mauter will be our hosts. Nancy’s “pollinator garden will be in full bloom”.
Nancy and Larry have worked hard for over a year in preparation for this tour.
Equipment Demonstration Field Day - NE OSWA
Mark your calendars and plan to join us on Saturday, June 20th, for our Annual Field Tour. This year's event will be hosted by the Valerio's at their Eccoci Ranch near Medical Springs. Spend the day in the woods to learn about managing a small woodland for a variety of objectives, small-scale equipment operations with live demonstrations, as well as home hardening, defensible space, and property assessments. This is a great opportunity to hear from professionals, ask questions, and connect with fellow woodland owners and Firewise community members. Lunch and refreshments provided! Please see the attached flyer, as well as below, for more details.
2026 NEOSWA Neighbor-to-Neighbor Tour - Eccoci Ranch
When: Saturday, June 20th, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Where: Eccoci Ranch (52843 Highway 203, Union, OR 97883)
RSVP: https://gqr.sh/PhtE
Attendance is free but registration is encouraged for an accurate headcount for lunch. The tour will be held outdoors, rain or shine, and will require moderate walking/hiking. For registration assistance, questions, or for more information, don't hesitate to reach out at NEORWoodlands@gmail.com.
We hope to see you there!
CCFFA Open Forest Thinning Demonstration
CCFFA Thinning Demonstration with Mangold’s Tree
June 19, 10-3PM “open forest” (drop in any time that works)
The thinning technique uses a small excavator equipped with a grapple system designed and built by Brett Eells, owner/operator of Mangolds Tree Service. The concept is to efficiently remove trees that are “locked” into surrounding branches while minimizing damage to remaining trees and ground cover. Our goal is to open the canopy enough to promote healthy growth of dominant trees while limiting excess light to the understory.
We plan to host an “Open Forest” style event on Friday, June 19, from 10:00 AM to 3:00PM. Participants are welcome to arrive and leave as their schedules allow. While here, you’ll be able to watch the equipment in action and evaluate whether this process might work for your own woodland operation.
RSVP to this email at
Douglas Co. - Forest health in a changing landscape
Forest health in a changing landscape: A field day for woodland managers
Thursday, June 18, from 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Southern Douglas County - Meeting Location TBA
$10 per person
Managing Southwest Oregon’s forests has become increasingly complex as multiple tree species face significant, compounding stress driven by severe drought and extreme heat.
While widespread Douglas-fir mortality—often dubbed "Firmageddon"—has captured headlines, woodland owners are simultaneously battling other critical forest health issues, including aggressive pine bark beetles and root diseases.
Join a team of forest health experts for a hands-on field day in Douglas County to break down the intersecting impacts of climate, insects, and pathogens on your timber.
Committee for Family Forestlands meeting
Attend, either in person or virtually, a Committee for Family Forestlands meeting.
Middle McKenzie River Restoration Field Tour
Join the McKenzie Watershed Council for a field tour to learn more about large-scale floodplain reconnection projects in the McKenzie River watershed.
2026 BSWA Outstanding Tree Farmers of the Year Tour
2026 BSWA Outstanding Tree Farmers of the Year Tour
Dave & Sarah Ehlers’ J 2 E Tree Farm
June 6, 2026, 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
Register Here: https://beav.es/fJf
Participants will explore the J 2 E Tree Farm’s Partnerships during three separate tours. Observe up close the diversity of this Coast Range gem, nestled in the Luckiamute Watershed across the valley from Fort Hoskins.
1) Join the Landowner with Oregon Department of Forestry and US Fish & Wildlife Services experts on a tour of year-round & seasonal ponds, discussing construction and multiple uses with a wildlife and fire focus, all while exploring various timber stands along the way.
2) The Riparian Management Area will be explored with an ODF expert, discussing new rules & alternate practices within the RMA. Luckiamute Watershed Council experts will discuss restoration project selection and will showcase completed restoration sites. A National Resources Conservation Service expert will explore funding of restoration projects that include Forestry.
3) Private & OSU Extension Foresters will lead participants through various timber stands: 46 yo Doug Fir moderate conifer site, 101 yo Oregon White Oak poor hardwood site, 56 yo Doug Fir good site, and 31 yo OWO & DF poor hardwood site. Get up close to colossal legacy old growth Conifer and OWO trees.
They will make your day!
Women's tree identification
Women's tree identification
Wednesday, June 3, from 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Elkton Community Education Center
15850 OR-38 W
Elkton, OR
$5 per person
Come spend a morning amongst the trees with Women Owning Woodlands Network! Get to know your fellow women woodland owners over a fun breakfast social. Connect over a fun woodland-themed craft, then join us for an opportunity to get to know our local native trees while taking a walk through the ECEC Native Plant Park.
Dragonfly Ranch Tour - Linn County
Dragonfly Ranch tour: Saturday May 30 10 am to 2 pm
We will view restored oak stands abutting managed wetlands on One Horse slough. In these wetlands beavers dams provide habitat for river otters, and native waterfowl. A catered lunch will be provided.
Watershed Field Tour: the Monroe Drop
Join the Long Tom Watershed Council for a field tour at the Monroe Drop Structure, a low-head dam on the Long Tom River slated to be removed in 2027, restoring fish passage to over 3.5 miles of river habitat.
NE OSWA Board Meeting - in person and Zoom
May 27th, 5:30pm, Board & Member Meeting (In-person or Zoom)