Are there laws that protect our forests? This one-page fact sheet looks at some of the protective measures created by the Oregon Forest Practices Act. Part of OFRI’s series of Forest Fact Sheets. 

Does Oregon law require reforestation? This one-page fact sheet explains the basic requirements of reforestation as guided by Oregon law. Part of OFRI’s series of Forest Fact Sheets. 

Why do forest animals live where they do? This one-page fact sheet explores the relationship between forest ages and the animals that live there. Part of OFRI’s series of Forest Fact Sheets. 

From the forest springs a huge collection of industries that account for one out of 20 Oregon jobs. This 24-page publication looks at the wide range of employment opportunities available in Oregon’s forest sector. Updated in 2024.

This four-page, black-and-white illustrated activity sheet is a great way for youngsters to learn about Oregon’s forests, the wildlife that lives there and what ordinary products come from wood. Large, simple illustrations are great for coloring.

This collection of readings supports literacy skills and also teaches important Oregon science and social science topics. The leveled narratives were written by natural resource specialists, then reviewed by teachers (for appropriate content and readability) and scientists (for accuracy). Each one-page essay tackles a subject related to Oregon’s vast and critically important forests: wildlife, fish, forestry, tree biology and history. They include multiple-choice and short-answer questions to gauge comprehension. They can be used as an assessment tool or as a teaching resource.

This collection of readings supports literacy skills and also teaches important Oregon science and social science topics. The leveled narratives were written by natural resource specialists, then reviewed by teachers (for appropriate content and readability) and scientists (for accuracy). Each one-page essay tackles a subject related to Oregon’s vast and critically important forests: wildlife, fish, forestry, tree biology and history. They include multiple-choice and short-answer questions to gauge comprehension. They can be used as an assessment tool or as a teaching resource. 

This collection of readings supports literacy skills and also teaches important Oregon science and social science topics. The leveled narratives were written by natural resource specialists, then reviewed by teachers (for appropriate content and readability) and scientists (for accuracy). Each one-page essay tackles a subject related to Oregon’s vast and critically important forests: wildlife, fish, forestry, tree biology and history. They include multiple-choice and short-answer questions to gauge comprehension. They can be used as an assessment tool or as a teaching resource.

This collection of readings supports literacy skills and also teaches important Oregon science and social science topics. The leveled narratives were written by natural resource specialists, then reviewed by teachers (for appropriate content and readability) and scientists (for accuracy). Each one-page essay tackles a subject related to Oregon’s vast and critically important forests: wildlife, fish, forestry, tree biology and history. They include multiple-choice and short-answer questions to gauge comprehension. They can be used as an assessment tool or as a teaching resource.

Forest Fact Breaks simplify complex topics (such as forest fires) into fun, educational and entertaining animated videos. Using graphics, movement, sound effects and narration, Forest Fact Breaks bring each topic to life in less time than it takes to listen to a song.Topics include:

Inside Oregon’s Forests includes 12 weeks of lessons covering the history of Oregon forests; tree biology and forest types; the environmental, social and economic importance of forests; forest management; wildfire; and more.The curriculum comes as a 316-page, spiral-bound book. The package includes lesson plans, labs and other activities plus a variety of related documents and videos. It is also available to view online at LearnForests.org.

Why should you care about Oregon’s forests? Into the Forest, OFRI’s lively and colorful book on forestry for fifth- and sixth-grade students, answers that question.The student book is 24 pages and gives an overview of Oregon forests, including forest ecology, tree biology, forest management, forest careers and balancing economic, ecological and social values. It includes puzzles and activities for students.

A companion to Into the Forest, the teacher’s guide includes additional activities, lesson plans and background information to help teachers go deeper into the material included in the student publication. It includes a list of additional resources and is aligned to educational standards.

Some forest landowners grow timber for wood products. Others focus on wildlife habitat or fire resiliency. Many try to find a balance between environmental and economic values. How and when they decide to harvest trees depends on their specific forest objectives. Learn about those objectives and the differences between harvest methods.

The Oregon Forestry Literacy Plan includes a forest education conceptual framework as well as a scope and sequence, which together offer educators guidance for developing curricula and classroom lessons related to forests. The program’s built-in flexibility makes it useful for a wide range of applications to increase forest literacy, including K-12 classroom instruction, informal education and curriculum materials on forest topics. The program includes examples of activities that relate to Oregon forests.

Oregon’s forests are among the most diverse in the world. The colorful 24” by 36” poster includes a map showing the statewide locations where the most common conifer and hardwood tree species are found, plus descriptions of ecological and climatic conditions in which they thrive. 

This illustrated publication is intended for young readers (grades K-3) and tells the story of some of the animals that live in Oregon's forests.

Oregon’s unique, steady approach to preserving and improving habitat in forest streams is paying off for species such as coho salmon, steelhead and cutthroat trout. And it has happened while the state has maintained a timber harvest that supports more than 60,000 jobs. This 16-page report looks at Oregon’s unique, three-tiered approach to protecting aquatic habitat in our forests.

The Oregon Forest Resources Institute has created an interpretive tree identification program. The signs are designed, the supporting website is active, and now the pieces are ready and free for you to use!Here’s what you’ll find in this program packet:- Actual-size, print-ready files for 15 common Oregon tree species- A QR code for 45 tree species- A mobile webpage for each tree species with a detailed description of each treeIt’s a simple and instant way to add interpretive signage to your forest, park or architectural interiors.

Updated for 2019. This colorfully illustrated publication covers the geology and ecology, major forest types, characteristics of selected trees, disturbance and change, and management of Oregon forests east of the Cascades. It is intended as a guide for forest landowners or others interested in management of east-side forests.