The Oregon State University Extension Master Woodland Manager (MWM) training is a high-level course for private landowners who are interested in an intensive forest management training and who want to share the knowledge gained through this training with people in their local communities. The training will cover forest ecology, forest health, reforestation, vegetation management, watershed processes, fish habitat, wildlife management, fire, logging, marketing, and forest business. Participants will learn how to assess their own property and how to implement various management activities to meet long term visions for their property. After taking the MWM training, participants are expected to provide 60 hours of volunteer service.
This course will combine online readings and videos with in-person field training. The introduction class will be held at the OSU Extension office in Newport, on March 19, 2024. Site visits will be held at various locations throughout Lane and Lincoln Counties every two Tuesdays from April 2 – June 25, 2024. The cost to attend is $150 per individual or $250 for two participants from the same property. The MWM program is designed for small woodland owners. Participants must be a resident of Lincoln or Tillamook County. Applications must be received by March 8, 2024. To download the application or learn more, visit https://extension.oregonstate.edu/lincoln/events/master-woodland-manager-training-lincoln-county or contact Dan Stark, OSU Extension Service- Lincoln County, 541-574-6534, dan.stark@oregonstate.edu.
