Description
Oregon's oak habitats are vulnerable. Over time, invasive plants have spread, native oak stands have declined and changing conditions have made it harder for oak trees to thrive across the Willamette Valley and beyond.
This one-day training is designed for landowners who want practical, real-world strategies for restoring Oregon white oak habitat and improving overall forest health. We'll focus on choosing the right tool for the right place, whether that includes thinning, mastication, prescribed fire, or other management approaches.
Participants will take part in a field tour to better understand how mechanical treatments can support oak restoration and long-term habitat management, including live demonstrations of brush clearing, the use of an air curtain incinerator and the opportunity to speak with an arborist. Your ticket includes refreshments and a sack lunch.
Target Audience
Forest landowners
Conservation / watershed partners
Forestry professionals
Learning Objectives
By the end of this training, participants will:
Understand the historical role of oak ecosystems in Oregon
Identify common invasive species impacting oak habitat
Recognize the connection between invasive vegetation, forest health and wildfire risk
Evaluate when mechanical treatment, prescribed fire or other tools are appropriate
Learn from the real-world oak restoration project at The Oregon Garden
Hear directly from a landowner implementing oak restoration practices
Identify available technical assistance and cost-share programs
Date & Time
Fri, Apr 24, 2026 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Venue Details
The Oregon Garden
879 W Main St
Silverton, Oregon 97381