Oregon's forests are an important natural resource that provide clean air and water, habitat for wildlife, and renewable materials. There are four main forest types in Oregon: Spruce-Hemlock, Douglas-fir, Mixed Conifers, and Ponderosa Pine. Citizens can enjoy the forests through recreation on public lands and by learning to identify the state's over 65 tree species. Around 50% of Oregon is forested, and 92% of forests from 1850 still remain today.

1. Overview
of
Oregon’s
Forests
(Photo: OSU commons)

2. Oregon’s forests are an important
resource for the people who live in
this state. Learning about this
resource can help you know why
preserving the forested land in our
state is important.
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3. This presentation covers the
following information about the
forests of Oregon:
I. Why Oregon’s forests are important
II. How to enjoy Oregon’s forests
III. Types of forests in Oregon
IV. Facts about Oregon’s forests
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4. I. Why Oregon’s forests are important
• Provide us with clean drinking water by
filtering water that enters our water
sheds
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5. I. Why Oregon’s forests are important
• Purify our air by supplying oxygen
and storing carbon dioxide, and help
moderate our climate
• Supply renewable natural resources
for construction, paper, and heating
• The forests are home for many animal
and plant species who depend on the
forests for food and shelter
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6. We’ve seen why the forests are
important. Let’s move on to part II.
I. Why Oregon’s forests are important
II. How to enjoy Oregon’s forests
III. Types of forests in Oregon
IV. Facts about Oregon’s forests

7. II. How to enjoy
Oregon’s forests
• Support efforts to
protect this natural
resource
• Access the many
parks and recreation
sites across the state
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8. II. How to enjoy
Oregon’s forests
• Learn how to care for
the trees in your
neighborhood
• Take time to learn
about and how to
identify the more
than 65 different
species of trees
(Photo: oregonwild.org)

9. We’ve reviewed how to enjoy Oregon’s
forests. Let’s move on to part III.
I. Why Oregon’s forests are important
II. How to enjoy Oregon’s forests
III. Types of forests in Oregon
IV. Facts about Oregon’s forests

10. III. Types of forests in Oregon
There are 4 Main Types of Forests
Spruce-
Hemlock
Douglas-fir
Mixed Conifers
Ponderosa
(Map from: oregonforests.org)
Pine

11. We’ve learned there are 4 types of
forests in Oregon. Let’s move on to
part IV.
I. Why Oregon’s forests are important
II. How to enjoy Oregon’s forests
III. Types of forests in Oregon
IV. Facts about Oregon’s forests

12. IV. Facts about Oregon’s forests
• Almost 50% of the state is considered
forestland
• 92% of the forests that existed in 1850
remain
• There are more than 65 different species of
trees
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13. IV. Facts about Oregon’s forests
(Graph from: oregonforests.org)

14. We’ve now learned some facts about
forests in Oregon. Let’s review.
I. Why Oregon’s forests are important
II. How to enjoy Oregon’s forests
III. Types of forests in Oregon
IV. Facts about Oregon’s forests

15. Oregon’s forests are an integral part of our state.
They provide a habitat for the animals that live in
them. They help keep our air and water clean.
They also provide natural resources.
Oregon’s forests can be enjoyed by individuals as
we enjoy the many parks in the state, take care of
the trees in our neighborhoods, and help protect
the forests.
There are 4 main forest types in Oregon. Each
forest type has unique characteristics.
About 63% of all forests lands are owned by the
public. Only 8% of the forests have been lost
since 1850.

16. Images
Opening slide:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/osucommons/3678866485/
Slides 2, 3, 12 and 16:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/osucommons/3229821606/
Slide 4:
http://thehieroglyphicstreets.wordpress.com/2008/05/
Slide 5:
http://www.arroyorain.com/category/central-oregon/
Slide 7:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/osucommons/3680174516/
Slide 8:
http://www.oregonwild.org/oregon_forests
Slide 10:
http://www.oregonforests.org/assets/pdfs/Fact_generic_web.pdf
Slide 13:
http://www.oregonforests.org/assets/pdfs/Fact_Ownership_web.pdf

17. Information on Oregon’s forests came from the following resources:
Oregon Forests Resource Institute
http://www.oregonforests.org
Oregon Wild
http://www.oregonwild.org
Forest types:
http://www.oregonforests.org/assets/pdfs/Fact_generic_web.pdf
Facts on Oregon forests:
http://www.oregonforests.org/assets/pdfs/Fact_generic_web.pdf

18. This concludes the presentation on
the Overview of Oregon’s Forests.
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