May 26, 2026 2:50 a.m.

Staff with the Oregon State University Extension Service say that managing Oregon’s forests has become increasingly complex as multiple tree species face significant, compounding street driven by severe drought and extreme heat. Woodland owners are simultaneously battling other critical forest health issues, including aggressive pink park beetles and root diseases. It can be overwhelming as a small woodland owner to battle all these issues.

An Extension release said on Thursday, June 18th from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. staff with the OSU Extension Forestry and Natural Resources Program will have hands-on field day to learn about forest health in southern Oregon. On this interactive field tour, participants will hear from a team of forest health experts who will break down the impacts that climate, insects, and pathogens can have on timber and help small woodland owners and managers to build resilience across the entire forested landscape.

The workshop will help those managing woodland property who are looking for information on how to mitigate issues related to forest health. The cost is $10 per person and registration closes on June 15th. Advance registration is required by calling the OSU Extension office in Douglas County at 672-4461.