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Give your Christmas tree a second life! Real trees are biodegradable and can be turned into mulch, compost, or used to enhance wildlife habitats. Check for curbside pickups, drop-off locations, and chipping programs, or contact Trout Unlimited for disposal options! #EcoFriendly

Happy New Year from the Oregon Forest Resources Institute! Wishing you a year of growth, sustainability and healthy forests. Here's to a brighter 2025 for our communities and the environment!

The World Forestry Center is hosting a Forest Storytime at the Discovery Museum on January 4th. Bring your little ones for this fun activity, and then explore the museum's exhibits to learn more about the fascinating world of forestry. #DiscoveryMuseum worldforestry.org/event/fore…

Silver Falls State Park becomes a winter wonderland with icy mist and sparkling icicles. Explore the Trail of Ten Falls, where you can walk behind frosty waterfalls—perfect for winter adventurers! #WinterHiking #SilverFalls ow.ly/Ljao50Uqesq

Did you know Oregon is the top producer of Christmas trees in the U.S.? 🌲 Learn more about Oregon’s Christmas tree industry by visiting our Christmas tree demonstration plot at The Oregon Garden in Silverton. #OFRI #OregonChristmasTrees #HolidaySeason

From everyone at OFRI, we wish you happy holidays to those that celebrate! We hope it brings you joy and peace this season.

Coho salmon in Oregon’s Upper Willamette Basin set a new record for the second year in a row, with over 60,000 fish passing Willamette Falls. Learn more in the article below. #SalmonRun ow.ly/hMPZ50UqehL

Mass timber is an eco-friendly alternative to steel and concrete, cutting carbon emissions in construction. Its impact relies on responsible wood sourcing and forest management. Discover how it is shaping the future of building! #SustainableBuilding ow.ly/vZHE50Uqeb9

Portland’s ‘frog taxi’ is saving Northern red-legged frogs from deadly traffic! 🐸 Watch how volunteers are helping these amphibians safely cross U.S. Highway 30. #FrogTaxi #WildlifeConservation ow.ly/P78W50Uqapg

Learn how Freres Lumber Co. is transforming construction with its sustainable mass ply product, revolutionizing Salem’s urban landscape and beyond. #SustainableBuilding #MassTimber ow.ly/cqaZ50UqagH

Discover the three-generation legacy of Molalla Tree Farms and how the Smith family keeps the holiday spirit alive, one Christmas tree at a time! 🎄 #ChristmasTrees #FamilyLegacy #SupportLocal oregonforests.org/blog/gener…

The December 2024 OFRI eNews is live! Check out updates on new educational signs about Oregon's Christmas tree industry, a new board member, an updated beaver publication, and upcoming events. Learn more in the link below. #OregonForests #OFRI ow.ly/vyWJ50UsTO7

A recent OPB video explores how the honey mushroom, the largest living organism, is impacting trees in eastern Oregon. Watch to learn more! #ForestConservation #HoneyMushroom https://www.youtubecom/watch?v=vTb1yjK_ZbE

Looking for a fall weekend getaway? Watch this video about a century-old railroad in Washington County, now a perfect state trail for group rides! #FallAdventures #GroupRides #StateTrail ow.ly/RePv50Uqa54

Want to learn about fire ecology? Don’t miss Oregon State University Extension's Fire Ecology of Oregon webinar series! Learn from experts about fire ecology in Oregon’s ecosystems. Every Thursday evening, starting Jan 9. Register for free! #FireEcology ow.ly/eIc250UmMHn

Oregon’s 18th Scenic Bikeway is here! The Aufderheide Scenic Bikeway in Lane County offers breathtaking views of rivers and forests. Check out all the details about this new route and start planning your ride! 🚴‍♂️ Read more below. #OregonBikeways ow.ly/TjQL50UmEJL

The Douglas-fir is Oregon's official state tree, and to honor it, the World Forestry Center is hosting a Walk & Talk About Trees on Dec. 14! 🌲 Explore its history, uses, and make your own ornament! #DouglasFir #NatureWalk ow.ly/bBgK50UmMCR