An organization made up of Oregon small woodland owners who practice forestry, land ownership and management and community spirit.
08/07/2026
Just a few days left to register for Tree School Umpqua
Tree School Umpqua Share Print Umpqua Community College Roseburg, OR United States Check-in at the Student Center Lobby; classes held in Jackson Hall Aug 21, 2026 8:30 am - 4:45 pm $70 (July 6 - August 2); $90 (August 3 - August 11) Register Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made by Aug 11, 2026...
Yamhill County’s Tree Farmer of the Year tour at the Thornton Ranch last Saturday. Honoring The Thornton Family (Nancy Thornton and son Dale Thornton managing the legacy of Vernon Thornton) Celebratory gathering and guided property tour highlighting multigenerational family forest management and land stewardship.
07/28/2026
Coming to NE Oregon this Fall
Calling Northeastern Oregon landowners and land managers! The OSU Extension Master Woodland Manager (MWM) training is coming your way this fall.🌲
This year’s MWM course includes seven full field days, supported by online learning modules. Each session focuses on core forestry topics such as forest health, silviculture, watersheds, taxes and more. Training days will be held on Fridays from September 18 through November 20, meeting every other week until October 30 then weekly through graduation. Most field sites will be located in Union County.
Program cost: $100 for individuals, $150 for couples/family members, and free for returning Master Woodland Managers.
View the full schedule and register online: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/mwm/events/master-woodland-manager-training-northeastern-oregon
07/27/2026
Columbia County chapter had their annual meeting and picnic last Saturday at Dick Courter’s tree farm near Vernonia. We had a delicious lunch by Sunshine Pizza 🍕 and discussed property line issues, cedar harvest, reforestation and a lot more.
07/27/2026
07/22/2026
OSWA Events this week
The Douglas chapter of the Oregon Small Woodlands held a really fun Farm to Forest meet and greet this evening with the Douglas County Farm Bureau and Douglas County Livestock association. It was a great way to spend a summer evening! Thanks to all who made it possible.
07/17/2026
There is a lot happening around the state during the summertime! Lots of tree farm tours and picnics this Saturday and Sunday. Make sure to check in with your chapter to find your next event 🌲
07/15/2026
OSWA Members at the most recent Washington county event at the Russell’s tree farm, featuring information about stream restoration, thinning and Scott’s favorite topic, coastal redwoods.. Becoming a member of the Oregon Small Woodlands Association gives you access to so many varying educational opportunities and property tours which hold a wealth of shared knowledge and experiences.