News and Events
Coming Events - Mark your calendars!
Congratulations! Jim and Betty Denison, 2009 Lincoln County Tree Farmers of the Year!
Jim and Betty Denison, long-time residents of Lincoln County, are the recipients of the 2009 Lincoln County Chapter of the Oregon Small Woodland Association's Tree Farmer of the Year Award. Read more here.
Tour Georgia Pacific Pulp & Paper Mill- October 15
Ever wonder where your brown grocery bags or cardboard boxes come from? Learn how hardwood and conifer wood chips are used to make these products. See how much recycled paper is now utilized in addition to wood chips. Think in terms of huge equipment and production in thousands of tons. There is no cost to attend. But, you must pre-register no later than October 8 by calling the Lincoln County Extension Office at 541-574-6534.
Basic Forestry Short Course - First Class is October 22
This course (five 3-hour indoor sessions and one outdoor field session) is an introduction to forest management for new and potential woodland owners or for those just interested in learning about forest management. It covers what you need to know and who you might want to contact to begin managing your forest. Class size is limited to 15. Cost for the course and materials is $40 per person or $60 per couple (share the materials). View the agenda or registration form here. Classes will be at the Lincoln County Extension Office, 29 SE 2nd St in Newport.
Ties to the Land: Intergenerational Family Forest Project - TBA
This workshop will be beneficial for forest owners, and farm and ranch owners. This class is not designed to give legal advice but will help you design an orderly transition plan - an orderly way to pass your property on to your heirs. If you are interested in this class, contact Lincoln County Extension at 541-574-5634. Stay tuned for the Time and Date for this important educational class.
Please contact the Lincoln County Extension Office at 541-574-6534 to pre-register for these educational events. If you would like more information about these classes or want to suggest topics for future classes, contact Forestry and Natural Resources Agent Jim Reeb at 541-574-6537, Extension 19.
