Trees serve so many uses both in the forest and out. When it was standing, a tree provides habitat for animals, offers shade to streams, and pulls carbon out of the air. As that tree is made into wood products, it not only helps builds the places we live, work and play, but it holds onto all of that carbon it captured from the air, and locks it away long term. Trees and wood products are pretty amazing.
As modern users of electronic devices, we have more excuses than ever not to get out and connect with the natural environment. But the people who's job is long-term sustainable management of those forests are out there making sure that the forest stays healthy and productive. You can see for yourself whenever you'd like to reconnect.
How does a tree absorb carbon dioxide and store that carbon as wood? It's Photosynthesis!
Anna Vesper of McGee Engineering discusses how to design and maintain forest roads to ensure the protection of water quality in Oregon's working forests.
Joe Newton from Lone Rock Resources discusses why a forest landowner uses herbicides to help establish the next generation of trees.
The Oregon Forest Resources Institute is dedicated to advancing public understanding of forests, forest management and forest products, and encouraging sustainable forestry through landowner education.
Oregon tree planting crews enjoy a rare clear, sunny morning in February's coastal mountain range. Despite the cold and taxing terrain, the planting goes on.
Millions of trees are planted in Oregon's forests to benefit future generations.
Keeping our forests thriving means continually planting trees. For every tree harvested, an estimated three new trees are planted in its place.
Part of a seven-part series exploring a range of forest management choices.
Part of a seven-part series exploring a range of forest management choices.
Part of a seven-part series exploring a range of forest management choices.
Part of a seven-part series exploring a range of forest management choices.
Part of a seven-part series exploring a range of forest management choices.
Part of a seven-part series exploring a range of forest management choices.
