Welcome
The WSU Extension Forestry program provides objective, research-based education and resources for owners of forested property as well as the general public. We offer classes, workshops, and field days as well as publications, videos, and online resources to help you achieve your goals as a forest owner. We invite you to browse the vast resources on this site. If you have questions or need additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Local Extension Forestry Programs
- Northeast Washington (serving Stevens, Pend Oreille, Spokane, and Ferry Counties)
- Puget Sound Area (serving Island, King, Pierce, San Juan, Skagit, and Snohomish)
- Southwest Washington (serving Clark, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Skamania, Thurston, and Wahkiakum Counties)
Online Learning
Our webinars offer online educational experiences (and fun!) brought to you by local experts on a wide range of topics specific to Washington forests.
Forest Stewardship University offers free, on-demand, self-paced online learning modules.
What does it mean to be a small forest landowner?
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Resources and Directories
- Forestry Education and Assistance for Washington Forest and Woodland Property Owners
- Online Resources by Topic
- Washington State Consulting Forester and Silvicultural Contractor Directory
- Washington State Small-Scale Sawmill Directory
- Invasive Forest Weeds Resources
- Bigleaf Maple Syrup Resources
- Forest Finance Calculator
- Washington Estate Tax
- Forestry and Natural Resources Job Announcements
- Women Owning Woodlands
Forest Stewardship Notes
Subscribe to Forest Stewardship Notes, our free statewide e-newsletter. On the subscription page, be sure to select “Forest Stewardship Notes” as your newsletter choice (and any additional DNR newsletters you wish to receive). You will receive a confirmation e-mail after signing up. View archives.
Forestry as a Major, Minor, and Graduate Program at WSU
Learn about Forestry and other Natural Resource degrees offered at WSU.
Announcements and Events
Carbon Opportunities for Forest Owners
Free virtual symposium for property owners starting June 9th
Introduction to Bigleaf Maple Sugaring
Free webinars on July 27th
Family Forest Field Day – SW WA
August 13th, 2022 – Winlock, WA
Forest Stewardship University is back!
Register now for free, on-demand, self-paced learning modules.
The Forest Overstory Podcast
