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OSU Research Forests The OSU Research Forests serve as a living laboratory and outdoor classroom for our community.

Covering about 11,250 acres in the hilly country north and west of Corvallis, McDonald-Dunn is the OSU College of
Forestry’s largest research, teaching, and demonstration forest, and is one of the principal assets of the
College. There are usually 40 to 80 active research projects under way on the Forest at any given time. More
than 40 university classes receive part of their instruction on the Forest each year. The Forest also receives at
least 175,000 visits from hikers, bicyclists, equestrians, public school students, and teachers each year. The
College accommodates these uses by devoting a portion of its College Forest budget to maintaining the
Forest’s recreational and educational features, including an extensive all weather road system. Timber
harvested from the Forest produces revenue to maintain and operate the Forest, including recreational use,
and to meet special College instructional and research needs.

Slow down. Step outside. Reconnect with nature.Only a few spots left for our guided Mindfulness Hike at Peavy Arboretum!...
09/24/2026

Slow down. Step outside. Reconnect with nature.

Only a few spots left for our guided Mindfulness Hike at Peavy Arboretum! Join us Friday, October 2 from 5:30–7:00 PM for a gentle 1–1.5 mile hike led by trained mindfulness teacher Sarah Low.

Pause, breathe, listen, and reconnect with the forest. 🌿

🥾 Adults 18+ | Rain or shine
📍 Firefighter Memorial Shelter
📝 Registration required — waitlist available if full
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4EAFA72CABF4C61-65699471-mindfulness
Grab one of the remaining spots!

Slow down. Step outside. Reconnect with nature. Join us Friday, October 2 from 5:30–7:00 PM for a guided Nature Mindfuln...
09/15/2026

Slow down. Step outside. Reconnect with nature.

Join us Friday, October 2 from 5:30–7:00 PM for a guided Nature Mindfulness Hike at Peavy Arboretum, led by trained mindfulness teacher Sarah Low.

Take a gentle 1–1.5 mile hike with opportunities to pause and practice mindfulness through breath, sound, sight, and smell—all while enjoying the forest and creating a little space to relax and recharge.

🌲 Adults 18+
🥾 1–1.5 miles | Uneven terrain & slight inclines
🌧️ Rain or shine
📍 Firefighter Memorial Shelter, Peavy Arboretum
📅 Friday, October 2 | 5:30–7:00 PM
📝 Registration required — waitlist available if full.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4EAFA72CABF4C61-65699471-mindfulness

Questions? Contact Kelsie at [email protected].

Notice: Peavy Arboretum CLOSED this Friday for commencement event! 🎓The parking lots at Peavy Arboretum will be closed a...
06/09/2026

Notice: Peavy Arboretum CLOSED this Friday for commencement event! 🎓

The parking lots at Peavy Arboretum will be closed all day on Friday, June 12th, for the College of Forestry at Oregon State University commencement recognition and reception event at the Forestry Club Cabin. Due to a large amount of attendees, the organizers will need to use all of the parking throughout the Arboretum.

View a map of the area affected by the parking closure: https://beav.es/fLj

Thank you for your understanding and support. Congratulations to all of the 2026 OSU graduates - go Beavs!!

05/26/2026

We are 4 Days away from Get Outdoors Day on May 30th 2026! The countdown is on, and we are getting excited to welcome everyone out to the forest for a day full of outdoor fun, learning, and community. Thank you to all of our volunteers, exhibitors, partners, and attendees helping make this event possible. We cannot wait to celebrate with you all!
OSU Research Forests, Benton County 4-H Oregon, Benton County Health Department

05/15/2026

⏳ Let the countdown begin! ⏳

🌲☀️Only 15 days until Get Outdoors Day 2026! ☀️🌲

Get ready for a day full of outdoor adventures, hands-on activities, community partners, and fun for all ages. We can’t wait to celebrate the outdoors with you!

Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more event updates, activities, and sneak peeks coming soon! 🥾🎣🌿

Missed Sunday’s Hike With A Forester? There’s still time to join the next one on Thursday, May 14th from 5–7:30 p.m.!Joi...
05/11/2026

Missed Sunday’s Hike With A Forester? There’s still time to join the next one on Thursday, May 14th from 5–7:30 p.m.!
Join Dr. Mark E. Swanson, Interim Director for the OSU Research Forests, along with forestry interns Abby and Sawyer, for a guided hike exploring the ecology of the Oak Creek watershed — past, present, and future.
Learn about current forest management projects within the “Gentle Giant” harvest area, including:
🌲 Small patch harvest with retention
🌿 Thinning and snag creation
🌳 Oak and madrone release work
Come explore the forest, ask questions, and learn more about how these landscapes are managed for the future!
Sign up today before spots fill!
Visit https://beav.es/HWAF to join and get more info!

Join us! Hike With A Forester- Oak Creek: past, present, futureMay 10th 1-4pm or May 14th 5-7:30pmJoin Dr. Mark E. Swans...
05/06/2026

Join us! Hike With A Forester- Oak Creek: past, present, future
May 10th 1-4pm or May 14th 5-7:30pm

Join Dr. Mark E. Swanson, Interim Director for the OSU Research Forests, and forestry interns Abby and Sawyer on a hike focused on the ecology of the Oak Creek watershed, past and present, and to discuss current forest management projects. The “Gentle Giant” harvest includes a variety of management strategies within its 150-acre footprint: small patch harvest with retention, thinning, snag creation, and release of oaks and madrones.

Visit https://beav.es/HWAF to join and get more info!

Wear your love for McDonald Forest! 🌲Join us at Peavy Arboretum on April 29 for the Roots Run 5K and celebrate 100 years...
04/23/2026

Wear your love for McDonald Forest! 🌲Join us at Peavy Arboretum on April 29 for the Roots Run 5K and celebrate 100 years of the McDonald Forest.

Whether you’re chasing a PR or enjoying a leisurely stroll beneath the canopy, all participants receive a commemorative shirt, plus a post-race lunch at the Forestry Club Cabin.

All registration donations support the College of Forestry’s Dam Proud Day fundraising efforts, benefiting Rootstock, the college’s volunteer-run food pantry.

Sign up now: beav.es/rootsrun5k

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8692 NW Peavy Arboretum Road
Corvallis, OR
97330

Opening Hours

Monday 5am - 9pm
Tuesday 5am - 9pm
Wednesday 5am - 9pm
Thursday 5am - 9pm
Friday 5am - 9pm
Saturday 5am - 9pm
Sunday 5am - 9pm

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+15417374452

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