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FIRE SEASON BEGINS
Weather and fire behavior forecasters are predicting that this summer will be hotter and drier than recent years.

MAY - AUGUST 2013 CLASSES

TREE FARMER OF THE YEAR TOUR
Saturday, September 14
9 am-noon
FREE
Jackson/Josephine Small Woodlands Association Event.  Non-members are welcome, too.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR.
Josephine County Tree Farmer of the Year tour. This year’s annual tour visits a 120-acre property which features many of the southern Oregon challenges such as dense brush, steep slopes, and poison oak. Management has included multiple thinning operations, fire hazard reduction, and improved habitat while generating lots of firewood. Also showcased is innovative home-built forestry equipment. Pre-registration requested. Contact the Extension office for directions and details (541)776-7371.

About the Forestry and Natural Resources Program:

Forestry & Natural Resourcesfaculty develop educational programs to encourage responsible stewardship of forests & woodlands, increase public understanding of forest issues, and promote the productivity and profitability of forestry enterprises.

 

 

Max Bennett, Forestry Agent

 

Southern Oregon Research & Extension Center
569 Hanley Rd
Central Point, OR 97502
541-776-7371, ext 221

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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