Forestry & Natural Resources

Educational Programs, Fact Sheets,

Assistance Sources, & More!

Lincoln County is home to some of the most productive tree growing land in the world. Our native forests cover 90% of the county's land and are 65% privately owned by nearly 2,000 woodland owners. OSU Extension Forestry and OSU Extension Forester Jim Reeb offer objective, research-based information and educational opportunities for woodland owners, loggers and other forest workers, wood products employees, Christmas tree growers, teachers, youth and the public through classes, workshops, tours, demonstrations and information resources.

Tough Times in the forest sector:

Follow this website for help in accessing federal stimulus funds and other opportunities.

http://owic.oregonstate.edu/tough-times/

Compare Other Energy Sources with Firewood and Wood Pellets

A 6-page article and calculator are available to help you make energy related decisions.

Latest Dwarf Mistletoe Information

Dwarf Mistletoe is a disease agent attacking western hemlock forests in the Pacific Northwest. The pest causes growth loss in trees, branch and stem deformation.  Dave Shaw, Extension's Forest Health Specialist, is one of several researchers investigating Dwarf Mistletoe and its impact on tree health, vigor and growth. See his latest research published in the Canadian Journal of Forest Research titled:  Basal Area Growth Impacts of Dwarf Mistletoe on Western Hemlock in an Old-Growth Forest.