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- Marketing & Forestry
- Private Landowners
- Professional Societies
- Tax Information
- Interest Groups
Education Links
Family Forests of OregonSite addresses the issues that affect the complex connection between the land, family forest land owners and society.
Oregon Forest Institute for TeachersOregon forestry education program.
Oregon Forest Resources Institute (OFRI)Public information resource created by the legislature in 1991 to improve public understanding of the state's forest resources. Site includes comprehensive information and educational materials related to Oregon forests and forest practices.
Oregon Forestry Extended EducationEducational programs delivering information about forests to help people solve problems, develop leadership, and manage resources wisely.
Oregon Forest Industry DirectoryThe Oregon Forest Industry Directory facilitates the establishment of business connections between the broad array of interests in Oregon's forestry sector. The directory is a joint effort of the Oregon Wood Innovation Center at Oregon State University, the Oregon Small Woodlands Association, and the Northwest Wood Products Association (Note: NWPA closed operations in 2005).
OSU College of ForestryNationally recognized forestry education and research college. Site includes information on outreach programs and research.
Rural TechRural Tech is a family owned and run business specializing in website development, hosting and maintenance.
Trees of the Pacific NorthwestTree identification page at Oregon State University.
Woodland Fish and WildlifeCooperative project between state and federal agencies and universities to provide information on fish and wildlife management to private woodland owners and managers.
World Forestry CenterNon-profit educational institution provides information about the world's forests and trees, and their importance to all life, in order to promote a balanced and sustainable future.
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Atlas of Oregon ForestsOffers historical, physical, climatic, ecological, biological, political and social data.
DEQ - Oregon Department of Environmental QualityState agency responsible for regulating water and air quality.
Oregon Department of Fish & WildlifeState agency responsible for protecting and enhancing Oregon's fish and wildlife and their habitats.
Oregon Department of ForestryState agency responsible for managing approximately 780,000 acres of state forestlands and regulating forest practices on more than 9 million acres of private forestlands in Oregon. Site includes comprehensive information on forestry and forest regulation.
Oregon Department of Land Conservation & DevelopmentState agency responsible for guiding state land use policy, including the protection of farm and forest lands.
Oregon Online - State of OregonOfficial Oregon State web-site.
Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB)State agency dedicated to create and maintain healthy watersheds and natural habitats that support thriving communities and strong economies.
Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS)State agency that provides leadership in an effort to help America's private land owners and managers conserve their soil, water, and other natural resources.
Pacific Northwest Research StationForest Service Research Station is part of the Research Branch of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. It develops and provides scientific and technical knowledge for all 1.6 billion acres of forests and rangelands in the United States including, but not limited to, the national forests.
USDA Forest ServiceState agency responsible for managing approximately 193 million acres of public lands in national forests and grasslands.
USFS DC webpageU.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service web-site.
U.S. Geological SurveyOrganization that focuses on biology, geography, geology, geospatial information, and water, and are dedicated to the timely, relevant, and impartial study of the landscape, the natural resources, and the natural hazards that threaten us.
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Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife
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Back to TopMarketing & Forest Management Services
Forest Products SocietyOrganization that provides a variety of publications and conference opportunities for furthering member research on the use of wood and wood-fiber resources.
Forest Seedling NetworkFSN is an interactive website that connects forest landowners with growers who have surplus seedlings.
Oregon Wood Innovention CenterThe Oregon Forest Industry Directory facilitates the establishment of business connections between the broad array of interests in Oregon's forestry sector.
Sustainable North WestSustainable Northwest partners with communities and enterprises to achieve economic, ecological, and community vitality and resilience.
IFA NurseriesIFA's mission statement is: "To consistently grow the highest quality seedlings possible at competitive prices and provide our customers with the best service and added value in the industry."
Back to TopPrivate Landowners
Oregon Tree Farm SystemOffers help to become a certified tree farmer.
Private Landowners NetworkWebsite that contains information, resources and contacts about land and energy conservation.
Wallowa ResourcesWallowa Resources provides leadership on natural resource, economic and community issues, creating opportunities for sustainable land management, ecosystem health, family-wage jobs and community well being, and preserving Wallowa County's rural way of life for future generations.
Back to TopProfessional Societies
EarthCam - We Never CloseA leading network of live webcams and, as the premier webcam portal, offers the most comprehensive search engine of webcams from around the world.
National Association of State ForestersA non-profit organization that represents the directors of all 50 State Forestry agencies, the eight U.S. territories.
National Woodland Owners AssociationA nationwide organization made up of non-industrial private woodland owners. Founded by non-industrial private woodland owners in 1983, NWOA is independent of the forest products industry and government forestry agencies.
Society of American ForestersOrganization that provides access to information and networking opportunities to prepare members for the challenges and the changes that face natural resource professionals.
Back to TopTax Information
Forest Landowners Tax CouncilAn independent, national non-profit organization dedicated to providing an effective and unified voice for non-industrial, private forest (NIPF) landowners on federal tax issues.
National Timber Tax WebsiteThe information contained on this website is intended for the general benefit of forest landowners to assist such owners with the tax treatment of timber investments.
Back to TopInterest Groups
Friends of TreesFriends of Trees inspires community stewardship by bringing people in the Portland-Vancouver area together to plant and care for city trees and urban natural areas.
Green SpiritDr. Patrick Moore's concept that combines environmentalism with both a deep appreciation of nature and an enthusiasm for the challenge. "Spirit" as in spiritual and "spirit" as in team spirit.
Oregon Farm BureauThe Oregon Farm Bureau (OFB) is a nonprofit organization representing the interests of the state's farmers and ranchers in the public and policymaking arenas.
Oregon Forest Industries CouncilOFIC coordinates advocacy on behalf of more than 50 Oregon forestland owners and forest products manufacturing-related firms to maintain a positive and stable business operating environment for Oregon's forest products community and encourage long-term investments in healthy forests.
Oregonians for Food and ShelterOFC coalition provides information on variety of issues impacting natural resource based farmers, foresters and urban businesses.
Trust for Public LandsThe Trust for Public Land (TPL) is a national, nonprofit, land conservation organization that conserves land for people to enjoy as parks, community gardens, historic sites, rural lands, and other natural places, ensuring livable communities for generations to come.
Pinchot InstitutePinchot Institute offers nonpartisan research, education and technical assistance on key issues influencing the future of conservation and sustainable natural resource management.
Temperate Forest FoundationThe Temperature Forest Foundation is a source for information on sustainable living by integrating social, economic, and environmental needs.
EcotrustEcotrust is a conservation organization committed to strengthening communities and the environment from Alaska to California. They work with native peoples and in the fisheries, forestry, and food sectors to build a regional economy based on social and ecological opportunities.
American Tree Farm SystemA program that promotes the growing of renewable forest resources on private lands while protecting environmental benefits and increasing public understanding of all benefits of productive forestry.
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