https://www.stateforeststrust.org/news daily 0.75 2026-03-03 https://www.stateforeststrust.org/news/new-lockers-for-volunteers monthly 0.5 2026-03-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/01832213-fab0-41b7-bd26-e8f41b06a9ce/Photo+for+blog.png News - New Lockers for Volunteers a Gift from the State Forests Trust - Make it stand out Smiling staff and volunteers stand before the new lockers. https://www.stateforeststrust.org/news/odf-retirees-explore-restored-shellburg-falls monthly 0.5 2025-10-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/d4ffcaf0-eab3-479a-aaa4-123fa77507ae/IMG_2852.jpg News - ODF Retirees Explore Restored Shellburg Falls - Make it stand out Trailkeepers of Oregon volunteers Nelson Kline and Tom Brauner (left) join ODF retirees and staff for a guided hike at Shellburg Fall, Santiam State Forest. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/281cd57e-335d-4844-a375-fdcf113bd1e4/IMG_2853.jpg News - ODF Retirees Explore Restored Shellburg Falls - At Fern Hill, ODF’s Assistant to the Area Director, Robbie Lefebvre, shared insights into the Department’s ongoing work to replant the Santiam State Forest following the devastating fires. The group then continued to Shellburg Falls, where Joe Offer, ODF’s Recreation, Education, and Interpretation (REI) Program Manager, described how his team manages the recreation area and the extensive effort to restore trails and visitor amenities. Over lunch, volunteers Tom Brauner and Nelson Kline from Trailkeepers of Oregon spoke about their thousands of hours leading volunteer crews to rebuild trails, install bridges, and reestablish public access to this beloved area. At Fern Hill, ODF’s Assistant to the Area Director, Robbie Lefebvre, shared insights into the Department’s ongoing work to replant the https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/19e7b93b-8729-4285-a5eb-5ff36effc972/Kelly+at+ODF+retirees+.jpg News - ODF Retirees Explore Restored Shellburg Falls - After three years as Executive Director of the State Forests Trust of Oregon (SFTO), Kelly Lau is retiring. During her tenure, Kelly helped strengthen partnerships, engage new supporters, and raise awareness of the vital role Oregon’s state forests play in recreation and education. “The best part of the Trust is the community of people who support the work of ODF’s Recreation, Education & Interpretation Program,” says Kelly. “I look forward to spending more time on the state forest trails - hiking, volunteering, foraging and more!” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/7d08564a-6701-4c78-9fe0-a38a5b6207e0/IMG_2874.jpg News - ODF Retirees Explore Restored Shellburg Falls - Work on the Wilson River Trail Segment D extension has entered a new phase thanks to a grant from Tillamook Coast Visitors Association. This grant enables Northwest Trail Alliance (NWTA) to tackle one of the most challenging sections with their Single Track trail machine. SFTO Board Chair, Barrett Brown, is lending his time and expertise to operate the excavator to accelerate the build. Once the machine work is complete, volunteer crews from Trailkeepers of Oregon (TKO) will be able to bench and finish this portion using hand tools. The partnership between ODF, TKO, NWTA, and SFTO highlights the power of collaboration in expanding recreation opportunities on Oregon’s state forests. Click below to get involved! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/d62ec77f-0297-4d9a-b59f-635645cc8e9f/IMG_2868.jpg News - ODF Retirees Explore Restored Shellburg Falls https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/8ca311da-9d5b-48f0-9d5b-28e1c40e841e/IMG_2878.jpeg News - ODF Retirees Explore Restored Shellburg Falls - Make it stand out Pictured - Barrett Brown operating NWTA’s Single Track excavator and with REI Program’s Ben Burns and Roger Warren on the new segment. Tony Spiering, an early supporter of the project, also lent a hand in this phase. https://www.stateforeststrust.org/news/rooted-in-respect-sfto-amp-poco-cultivate-the-next-generation-of-nature-stewards monthly 0.5 2025-08-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/389bdc33-e2fb-4e52-9268-5165a7007537/IMG_2571.JPG News - Rooted in Respect: SFTO & POCO Cultivate the Next Generation of Nature Stewards - Make it stand out Rick Zenn and Pamela Slaughter talking about Oregon’s Douglas-firs with POCO’s young Guardians https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/286b22a7-7536-4e93-a5ba-07373630b3dc/IMG_1586.jpg News - Rooted in Respect: SFTO & POCO Cultivate the Next Generation of Nature Stewards Pamela says the program transforms the way kids see the natural world and at the same time builds confidence, curiosity, and stewardship. During each week-long session kids connect with nature and each other, building friendships, respect for living things, and a sense of belonging. "Many participants are the only BIPOC students in their class and experience isolation or bullying," says Pamela. "The program creates safe spaces where they can learn, explore, and develop outdoor skills—from identifying wildlife tracks to understanding the ecological role of a fallen elk." https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/9bccd091-c022-4005-acd1-0ff16ab65faa/IMG_2566.JPG News - Rooted in Respect: SFTO & POCO Cultivate the Next Generation of Nature Stewards Rick believes these experiences are critical. "It's a big deal that the Trust was invited to participate in the program." says Rick. “It’s important that the youth physically get out into natural spaces. Real experiences can’t be replaced by watching a video." He sees the partnership as tangible, meaningful work that opens doors to forestry and the outdoors while strengthening communities. "Many families face real barriers to natural areas so programs like this enable youth to focus their connection and knowledge about nature to what is in front of them.” Pamela says, https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/4bb7684d-d050-48a8-a8b4-3e143b687e7e/Photo+Contest.png News - Rooted in Respect: SFTO & POCO Cultivate the Next Generation of Nature Stewards - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/c9481210-598f-4e36-bb63-64c94a19462a/IMG_4474.jpg News - Rooted in Respect: SFTO & POCO Cultivate the Next Generation of Nature Stewards - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/79ff57b5-a6bf-4895-a9d5-7fec08c0c4a7/IMG_9121.jpg News - Rooted in Respect: SFTO & POCO Cultivate the Next Generation of Nature Stewards What's the favorite thing you and your family like to do together for fun? I'm incredibly grateful that my favorite thing to do with my family is not far from what I do for work. Typically, you can find us hiking moderately challenging trails, fishing all the secret hot spots, and camping during what many would consider the 'off season'. Winter camping allows for access to the BEST sites, the ones that are usually very popular in the summer. When we are not recreating, we love to make meals together, watch movies, and play with our two cats, Bubba and Jax. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/1cc2afe1-4104-479f-a33d-bfd0a537a6bf/IMG_9484.jpg News - Rooted in Respect: SFTO & POCO Cultivate the Next Generation of Nature Stewards What’s the most unexpected or funny thing you’ve seen while managing recreation outdoors? It sounds crazy but I get a kick out of discovering the faces in the trees! Now, I know that sounds crazy but stay with me. Folks will hang oversized googly eyes and cardboard smiles on the most unassuming trees. Sometimes they will even get crafty and use paper plates or brown paper bags to create full, expressive faces! It always makes me giggle when I run into them unexpectedly. https://www.stateforeststrust.org/news/honoring-forest-champions-tom-brauner-and-nelson-klinenbsp monthly 0.5 2025-07-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/9027195e-f8ab-4b97-99c7-23b1352a570f/IMG_1855.jpg News - Honoring Forest Champions: Tom Brauner and Nelson Kline  - Make it stand out Tom Brauner (left) and Nelson Kline (second from left), leading a Trailkeepers Of Oregon trail party https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/43aba029-1ad9-4d4a-8286-c1ac744f4637/IMG_5362.jpg News - Honoring Forest Champions: Tom Brauner and Nelson Kline  Through their leadership with Trailkeepers of Oregon (TKO), Nelson and Tom have guided countless volunteers to help restore this beloved trail network. Their partnership included construction of two 30-footbridges, essential to safely reopening Shellburg Falls to the pubic. Nelson has been a force in the trail community since 2019. He’s attended 81 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/67fa39a9-ee42-45ba-8323-324a8a04d4a7/IMG_2255.jpg News - Honoring Forest Champions: Tom Brauner and Nelson Kline  - Tom Brauner guiding a volunteer on a crosscut saw trail parties and led 47 of them, primarily in Marion County. Under his leadership, TKO volunteers have contributed 1,619 hours, maintaining and rerouting over 101,000 feet of trail. Tom, who joined TKO in 2022, has volunteered over2,000 hours—leading work parties, scouting trail alignments, designing bridges, and building box steps. He works closely with Oregon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/4b6b5909-d0c4-4d5a-9e2b-607da0c758a5/IMG_2443.png News - Honoring Forest Champions: Tom Brauner and Nelson Kline  - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/1752773399622-ACUG6Z5UZRKP4GBWIR3M/IMG_2420.JPG News - Honoring Forest Champions: Tom Brauner and Nelson Kline  https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/1752773419081-OCKC7KUYPZ1KPOSJ2M36/IMG_2445.JPG News - Honoring Forest Champions: Tom Brauner and Nelson Kline  https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/1752773609309-O6OTX25RHCN3OKU5M4FZ/IMG_2421.JPG News - Honoring Forest Champions: Tom Brauner and Nelson Kline  https://www.stateforeststrust.org/news/when-nature-calls-we-answer monthly 0.5 2025-07-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/b744a5a2-8c06-45ac-9376-7e1c95a8fed4/IMG_2523.jpg News - When Nature Calls, We Answer - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/b750c0c1-b6e6-455e-b462-560e9d7d8e4e/IMG_2540.JPG News - When Nature Calls, We Answer - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/a6e6a8f5-4c07-4765-8247-7219a2f5c3df/IMG_2537.JPG News - When Nature Calls, We Answer - Tucked into the Santiam State Forest near Lyons, Oregon, the Natural Rock Arch Trail offers a short but steep hike to one of the area’s most striking geological features—a 50-foot tall, 40-foot wide natural arch. This dramatic formation was revealed after the 1951 Sardine Creek Fire cleared the hillside, and the area was later impacted by the 2020 Beachie Creek Fire. The 0.7-mileout-and-back trail begins just behind the trailhead sign, climbing through switchbacks. After crossing a scree slope, hikers descend a series of steep switchbacks—some aided by stone steps that replace the wood ones destroyed in the 2020 fire—before a short https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/32860171-7dc5-43a5-a490-5399524305ea/Photo+Contest.png News - When Nature Calls, We Answer - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.stateforeststrust.org/news/new-lyon-payne-trail-volunteer-of-the-year-award monthly 0.5 2025-02-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/61ae2ed5-7b9a-4798-952e-bbdda834db5e/OMRA+award.jpg News - New Lyon Payne Trail Volunteer of the Year Award - Richard Chapman (L) and Barrett Brown, chairperson for State Forests Trust of Oregon Richard Chapman (L) and Barrett Brown, chairperson for State Forests Trust of Oregon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/0d4b027b-ad91-4c54-b882-ff83a05d3a04/20190327_080442.jpg News - New Lyon Payne Trail Volunteer of the Year Award - Meet Matthew Grantham Matthew began studying Forestry at Northern Arizona University before switching gears and earning a degree in Parks and Recreation Management from Arizona State University. His career started as a Fire Lookout for the Kaibab National Forest, a role he describes as, "Getting paid to stare at trees and make sure they weren’t on fire—a job I still consider underrated." https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/70d69dea-4a68-40f1-b189-0f7781072378/Matt+and+Ollie.jpg News - New Lyon Payne Trail Volunteer of the Year Award What he loves most about the field is the variety. "One day, I’m deep in a spreadsheet, the next, I’m miles up a trail making sure a project is on track." Having worked in some of the most stunning places in the West, he ranks the Pacific Northwest as, "Definitely a top contender for the best office view." 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Who Visits the Tillamook State Forest? Preliminary data from visitor-use monitoring The Tillamook State Forest’s Highway 6 corridor is a magnet for outdoor enthusiasts from near and far, drawing visitors from across the United States. To learn more about who these outdoor enthusiasts are, the Oregon Department of Forestry’s Recreation, Education, and https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/e9e9d310-046d-4b7f-9872-0456590e2299/Spring+Cleaning+flyer.png News - Celebrate Oregon’s Forest Champions—Nominate a Volunteer Today! Spring Cleaning for the Trails You Love Ready to get outside, get moving, and give back? Join the State Forests Trust of Oregon and partners—NW Trail Alliance, Westside Trail Federation, Trailkeepers of Oregon, Oregon Equestrian Trails and Daybreak Racing - for a day of trail clean-up and good times in the Tillamook State Forest! 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Thanks to you, we’re able to maintain trails, welcome visitors to the Tillamook Forest Center, and create inclusive spaces that invite diverse communities to explore and connect with nature. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/065fa5ec-7cbe-4a0c-bd5e-2bc1985f76db/Women%27s+crew.jpg News - Celebrate Fall by Supporting Oregon’s State Forests! - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.stateforeststrust.org/news/meet-rudy-and-dave-hosts-of-santiam-horse-camp monthly 0.5 2024-10-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/74bde3ec-b1ad-4113-bbd1-fd555c9dc4a1/IMG_1890.jpg News - Meet Rudy and Dave, Hosts of Santiam Horse Camp - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/375a07e9-eaeb-4d04-864c-c6120b953f82/2AFC57FD.jpg News - Meet Rudy and Dave, Hosts of Santiam Horse Camp “With Rudy I can go places I wouldn’t get to on my own.” For over 12 years, they’ve navigated trails across Oregon and Washington. Their first visit to Santiam Horse Camp in 2010 made a lasting impression. "This place has amazing trails,” says Dave. With 10 miles of trails across diverse landscape and nearly always available corrals, Santiam Horse Camp is an are a favorite. Up until this year, Oregon Equestrian Trails Silver Falls Chapter members would come up on weekends to help greet visitors and look after the campground. This year, Dave decided to give back by becoming the facility’s dedicated camp host. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/fc8d6a95-df1a-45b3-b9b9-5e4438a66808/IMG_1893.jpg News - Meet Rudy and Dave, Hosts of Santiam Horse Camp - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/d8d26ad6-3ee5-4349-9a5b-322cad31643c/IMG_1905.jpg News - Meet Rudy and Dave, Hosts of Santiam Horse Camp Santiam Horse Camp isn’t just for equestrians - hikers and mountain bikers can enjoy two tent sites and a day-use shelter. Dave’s advice for future hosts? Spend time at the camp to get a feel for the place, ensure you have a comfortable set-up for you and your horse, and have a plan for restocking supplies. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/d301a84f-c2ce-45cf-af03-9736f186771b/IMG_3128.jpg News - Meet Rudy and Dave, Hosts of Santiam Horse Camp - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/4f452750-160c-450e-96ab-1961359c13d0/kelly+%26+Jay.jpg News - Meet Rudy and Dave, Hosts of Santiam Horse Camp While the Trust continues to evolve to meet the changing needs and interests of our community, one thing remains constant—everyone has a personal story connected to these forests. What’s yours? What aspects of our work do you think are most important? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/70c4ba45-db57-486e-a767-afd93daaed8c/TFC+wreath+event.png News - Meet Rudy and Dave, Hosts of Santiam Horse Camp - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.stateforeststrust.org/news/25-nbspyears-of-giving monthly 0.5 2024-11-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/10bf034c-7a35-4804-aaac-c50c363c5844/Tillamook_Burn_sign_bb004579.jpg News - 25 Years of Giving - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/a060d7e0-6b61-4d08-bf16-b885fef35eca/IMG_8980.jpeg News - 25 Years of Giving - (left: Doug Decker) In essence, that’s the origin story–the roots of today’s State Forests Trust of Oregon trace back that quarter century to the formation of the Tillamook Forest Heritage Trust. Those four words in that initial organization name were chosen deliberately to signify this new effort focused on sharing the Tillamook, its resilience and complex history, and the inheritance its many values represent for the future, combined with the steadiness of a special public-private partnership. The Trust grew into a capable partner to the Oregon Department of Forestry that energized interest and support for sharing the story and the experience of the Tillamook State Forest. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/45b11b16-0f90-41db-85f7-cc0e24afb235/PXL_20230331_210122365--3-.jpg News - 25 Years of Giving - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/72f56b99-2dd4-4da0-9453-618ef71b4bd3/Screenshot+2024-09-18+155253.png News - 25 Years of Giving During those early years, we traveled statewide listening to people describe their own connections with the Tillamook State Forest, whether as woods workers, tree planters, hunters and fishers, motorcyclists, hikers or neighbors. The experience of the Burn and the reforestation touched so many lives and the forest was so much a part of its surrounding communities. People felt a strong connection, and pride, about being part of something much bigger than themselves. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/fccbf6d5-537b-456b-a20e-e92392453790/5b33bd868f295.image.jpg News - 25 Years of Giving Some might say encouraging people to get to know the forest is not forestry work, that’s recreation work. But that’s not the way we looked at. In order to stay relevant to a growing and changing public, we believed it was essential that as a land manager, we stay connected with the people who use and care about https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/40bfc9e2-d1ff-4050-8796-26417c6452b7/IMG_1459.jpg News - 25 Years of Giving Are you curious about how new trails come to life? Want to see firsthand the work that goes into expanding outdoor recreation opportunities in our state forests? We invite you to join us for a field visit to the new extension of the Wilson River Trail on Saturday, October 12 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This project - a collaboration between the Trust and Trailkeepers of Oregon, and the Oregon Department of Forestry- is dedicated to creating a seamless trail experience through the stunning landscapes of the Tillamook State https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/770af69c-44ef-4bee-b834-9d54c8cf9791/IMG_1964.jpg News - 25 Years of Giving We were thrilled to welcome members of People of Color Outdoors (POCO) back to the Tillamook State Forest for their second visit this year! Led by Pamela Slaughter, the organization’s founder and an inspiring advocate for inclusive outdoor experiences, the group enjoyed a perfect fall day exploring the Wilson River, where fish jumped in the clear water, and tadpoles swam in the shallows. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/4d505ef2-cfb4-47b8-82c3-f232efff097e/IMG_1961.jpg News - 25 Years of Giving The group also visited the Tillamook Forest Center to experience the 'Roots' exhibit during its final weekend. The exhibit explores the intertwined histories of Oregon’s forests and communities, and Pam herself is featured in it, sharing her story and vision for building a more inclusive outdoor community. These visits are part of an partnership between the Trust and POCO, aimed at fostering inclusive outdoor experiences in Oregon's state forests. Thank you to Pamela and all who participated for making this day memorable. We hope to see you out on the trails again soon! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/3aefff44-bf79-43e5-9406-4197ad94fa28/Douglas-fir+Collection_06sm.jpg News - 25 Years of Giving - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.stateforeststrust.org/news/forging-new-paths-exciting-partnership-to-expand-the-wilson-river-trail monthly 0.5 2024-08-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/a33811f5-2617-4c63-b746-d82c71c6561e/IMG-1002.jpg News - Forging New Paths: Exciting Partnership to Expand the Wilson River Trail - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/596d0720-167c-4cf8-99fe-d69106dffddf/IMG_1760.jpg News - Forging New Paths: Exciting Partnership to Expand the Wilson River Trail - Make it stand out Representatives from Oregon Department of Forestry, Trailkeepers of Oregon and State Forests Trust of Oregon meet to walk the flag-line for the extension https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/813c620a-ff53-4cef-90e6-2e6173a4f007/IMG_1786.jpg News - Forging New Paths: Exciting Partnership to Expand the Wilson River Trail - Make it stand out One of the bridges ODF has installed for the extension https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/5e166f80-899d-4da0-bd6e-ce9966d7ba1e/IMG-7487.jpg News - Forging New Paths: Exciting Partnership to Expand the Wilson River Trail With the departure of Laura Fredrickson at the end of August, ODF has named Joe Offer as the Interim REI Program Manager. A native Oregonian, Joe has extensive experience in the natural resources field and recreation management. And in his three years with ODF, he has gained a comprehensive understanding of the REI Program. For more information about all that Joe brings to his new position, read our profile of him in our November2023 newsletter. 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Chatbot Surveys: Visitors will be invited to text the number of cars in the One of the signs posted at trailheads https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/1f490a62-e1b3-4b2b-8638-94dfcb4507b7/25+yrs+connecting+people+with+our+state+forests.jpg News - New Research to Enhance Visitor Experience - Celebrating Our 25th Anniversary This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Trust - originally the Tillamook Forest Heritage Trust and now the State Forests Trust off Oregon. Throughout the year, we will commemorate this milestone by sharing inspiring stories and launching new initiatives that highlight the Trust's impactful work over the years. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/a85417df-f6c3-40c6-9107-fd3d8321955b/Lorie%27s+selfie.jpg News - New Research to Enhance Visitor Experience - We are delighted to welcome Lorie Wigle as the newest Trustee at the State Forests Trust of Oregon. A native Oregonian, Lorie's roots trace back to Bandon, where she grew up in a logging family, giving her a profound connection to our forests and their heritage. After earning her B.A. from the University of Oregon, Lorie embarked on a distinguished 36-year career at Intel in Hillsboro. She https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/4e56779b-3871-44ca-81f6-f7d1b5450ee2/7864.jpg News - New Research to Enhance Visitor Experience - Since 2020, Laura Fredrickson has served in the Oregon Department of Forestry’s senior-level agency leadership position as the Recreation, Education& Interpretation (REI) Program Manager. Following four incredibly successful years leading the program, she has decided to start a new chapter in her career. We’d like to celebrate and express appreciation for her dedication to help make our state forests a place of connection, exploration, and rejuvenation for all Oregonians. One of Laura’s standout achievements has been her leadership in developing the new strategic plan that focuses the REI Program on creating lasting and diverse outdoor recreational, interpretive, and educational https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/44470dc4-4d2e-4e73-a62c-edbb0ef013f5/Image.jpg News - New Research to Enhance Visitor Experience Another important contribution was her piloting of visitor use monitoring at the Black Rock Mountain Bike area in Polk County, which created the foundation to extend this research to the Highway 6 corridor in the Tillamook State Forest in 2024-25. Through her unwavering commitment, Laura has fostered a strong partnership between the Oregon Department of Forestry and the State Forests Trust of Oregon. This partnership has been characterized by advancing various initiatives that have enriched the the lives of many Oregonians and visitors from afar. “The shared work between the State Forests Trust of Oregon and the REI Program is more important than https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/c2d7e6fe-44b9-4125-9a73-3437cac79c4a/Douglas-fir+Collection_06sm.jpg News - New Research to Enhance Visitor Experience - Check out the Trust’s collection and support our work https://www.stateforeststrust.org/news/meet-pamela-slaughter monthly 0.5 2024-07-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/4a29b847-6eec-4901-ad0e-e2c695674975/DSC04964.jpg News - Meet Pamela Slaughter - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/5181c1d9-f0e5-422c-83f0-3f519f6a0155/IMG_1580.jpg News - Meet Pamela Slaughter - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/59354769-6fea-4066-af20-48abb94cd957/IMG_1587.jpg News - Meet Pamela Slaughter - Pamela with some of POCO’s environmental education program for youth, ‘Guardians’ This summer, State Forests Trust of Oregon (SFTO) is partnering with Pamela and POCO to host a series of visits to the Tillamook State Forest so families can develop a similar connection with this public land. The first visit was on June 15, 2024 to the Tillamook Forest Center. Participants not only enjoyed a short hike along the scenic Wilson River but they also attended panel discussion about the https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/14396857-8d25-4882-90fc-b2bc42e18339/Screenshot+2024-06-17+110957.png News - Meet Pamela Slaughter - Beaver State Market has always been about celebrating what makes Oregon special. Since opening in 2022, they've made it their mission to support local organizations that enhance life for everyone in the state. Their latest partnership is with the State Forests Trust of Oregon (SFTO). This collaboration of apparel and accessories highlights three iconic Oregon trees: the Douglas-fir, Ponderosa pine, and Oregon white oak. These items, designed right in Forest Grove, show off local artistry and a love for our state’s natural wonders. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/0c561716-b0c3-4318-a5ac-e282a3d7f1d1/Screenshot+2024-06-17+111035.png News - Meet Pamela Slaughter For every purchase from the collection, 10% of the price goes directly to SFTO. This partnership is all about community, nature, and the pride of being an Oregonian. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/49ea5eb4-1166-49dd-9d67-b6c8c1b1ca9c/Screenshot+2024-06-17+111124.png News - Meet Pamela Slaughter So next time you’re shopping for a gift or for yourself, explore the State Forests Trust Collection at Beaver State Market and support opportunities for exploration and enjoyment on our state forests. Enjoy free shipping through June 30, 2024 by using the promo code SFTOLAUNCH. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/74d06488-bddf-438f-9106-7c5f79749f30/bcb93b05-db4b-3d46-29da-d4e9a745db0e.png News - Meet Pamela Slaughter - 'Roots' Exhibit Panel Discussion On June 15, the 'Roots' exhibit, sponsored by the State Forests Trust of Oregon, debuted at the Tillamook Forest Center. The opening event featured a panel discussion with Chad Brown, the exhibit's Creative Director; Pam Slaughter, a leader in BIPOC outdoor recreation and head of PDX People of Color Outdoors; and Brian Chou, a leader in the fly fishing world. They shared their experiences and insights on creating the exhibit, which runs through to September 15, 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/1fc9c212-ece7-4e25-89cc-5d329602a91c/IMG_1599.jpg News - Meet Pamela Slaughter Chad Brown, award winning documentary-style portrait and adventure photographer, outdoor enthusiast and Navy veteran reflected on the importance of the exhibit during the panel discussion. "My work behind the camera is just trying to create that platform and be able to inspire people to pursue the outdoors without fear, in a space of love." Chad shared his experience of connecting people to nature and the transformation that occurs. "There's an ah-hah moment in the healing that comes from time in nature. You see it and you feel it, and then you become this advocate of that environment. People realize 'I need to protect this, because this is what has healed me'." https://www.stateforeststrust.org/news/meet-trustee-michael-langley monthly 0.5 2024-06-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/aa5e03e4-7431-442a-871d-a95499730a8f/34919421-2e15-4b67-f617-2d89f6d9ee6c.jpg News - Meet Trustee Michael Langley - Make it stand out Young Michael, left, with one that didn’t get away https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/4900c890-8621-4631-9099-45ab22705a98/870489da-b234-c88a-41f4-3cb51919bb38.jpg News - Meet Trustee Michael Langley - Michael Langley’s lineage includes Umpqua, Chinook, and Klickitat from his grandfather's family and Shoshone-Bannock and Ute from his grandmother's family. He is a Senior Auditor for the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde where he focuses on continuous improvement as part of a coaching and learning approach that fits neatly into tribal values. Among his many volunteer roles, Michael serves as Treasurer on the Board of the State Forests Trust of Oregon (SFTO). Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/ec13c69f-8506-4720-9cba-e7775ff4e85d/a5a366bc-00a5-da81-67f6-f5030f9efdf5.png News - Meet Trustee Michael Langley - I never gave much thought to being poor growing up because of the richness of my experiences with my family. I also knew how hard and poor my father and grandfather really had it on the reservation in Grand Ronde, living without running water and having to haul water for bathing. My father always respected this experience, and now I do as well, turning the shower head on/off as needed rather than letting it selfishly run down the drain. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/8c762915-6966-4f6e-a13e-bd6308fd3459/5a72db7e-2ae3-c798-9741-e00d918d7edf.jpg News - Meet Trustee Michael Langley - The plan supports our traditional practices and allows for population growth. This is possible only when maximizing timber revenue is not ultimate the goal. In fact, our timber harvests will now be leaving 12 trees per acre, compared to 3 trees per acre by the state. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/dbd73b16-36fa-4c37-870f-8795a485e03e/878ac92c-5c0b-13cf-6ec9-1f57911fa74a.png News - Meet Trustee Michael Langley - 2023 Annual Report Just Released: Our 2023 Annual Report highlights a year of growth and achievements. From research on the Black Rock Mountain Bike Area, to reopening the Tillamook Forest Center hosting the 'Timber Culture' exhibit, and partnering with Chad Brown on an upcoming exhibit about outdoor recreation leaders, we're making strides. Our deepest appreciation to our donors and volunteers for making it all possible. Dive into the report to seethe impact of our collaborative efforts! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/74d06488-bddf-438f-9106-7c5f79749f30/bcb93b05-db4b-3d46-29da-d4e9a745db0e.png News - Meet Trustee Michael Langley - Upcoming: 'Roots' Exhibit May 18-September 8, 2024 Recognizing the often overlooked history, the 'Roots' exhibit, commissioned by the State Forest Trust of Oregon in partnership with the Oregon Department of Forestry, sheds light on the rich tradition of outdoor recreation among Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) communities in the United States. Despite historical challenges, BIPOC individuals have long found joy and healing in outdoor spaces. Through highlighting their stories, the exhibit aims to provide greater recognition and exposure to BIPOC outdoor recreationists who have achieved significant milestones, enriching our understanding of outdoor recreation's diverse history and present-day impact. Join a special presentation on June 15, 1 PM at the Center with the exhibit's creator, Chad Brown, and the BIPOC leaders he featured: Pamela Slaughter, Brian Chou, and Mercy M'fon. https://www.stateforeststrust.org/news/rediscover-oregons-forestry-stories monthly 0.5 2024-04-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/726f5588-29f1-4076-b4a4-5f474f2c7c46/c3f5fd1d-eb85-b59a-7d42-a3b50f290bbd.jpeg.png News - Rediscover Oregon's Forestry Stories - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/5e9331a3-165c-4140-bf4b-d6ef71e1a2be/7dfd5a51-d7b2-2804-a6da-98d2686b1605.jpeg News - Rediscover Oregon's Forestry Stories - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/12371d62-cd62-4f9b-bcd8-7177f2310dc5/f250783e-87d8-5a82-2ea9-0609a4885b06.png News - Rediscover Oregon's Forestry Stories - Eager to share his newfound haven, Jeremy started organizing group runs with friends, who were equally enchanted by the trail's exceptional quality. What began as casual outings soon blossomed into the beloved Tillamook Burn Race, an event that brings together a tight-knit community of trail enthusiasts from across the country. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/649b5bffbd763115be21a174/838d962b-a11a-4b71-9c9d-6fdd2e929aed/15ded102-7097-8269-dda3-ad13f6395458.png News - Rediscover Oregon's Forestry Stories - Inspired by the success of the Tillamook Burn Race, Jeremy and his brother Aaron founded Daybreak Racing, committed to fostering the running community through 11well-organized, grassroots races across the Pacific Northwest. But it doesn't stop there – Daybreak Racing is also giving back. "We believe in supporting the places we love to run," Jeremy shares. A portion of race proceeds goes to the State Forests Trust of Oregon(SFTO),aiding the Oregon Department of Forestry in their trail management efforts. 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