Speakers Bureau
The OFRI Speakers Bureau was created as an opportunity to bring current forestry topics to civic groups and professional organizations around Oregon. Each of the following presentations can be conducted by an OFRI staff member, or an OFRI trained volunteer. Most presentations have been developed from larger reports that are available for order through our publications list. Current Speakers Bureau Presentations: Forest Facts
This presentation takes a birds-eye view of the statistics, contributions and issues pertaining to Oregon�s Forests. Get a broad exposure from tree identification to economic contributions.
View the presentation (PDF) Fire in Oregon's Forests: Risks, Effects and Treatment Options
This presentation reviews the history of fire in Oregon 's forests. It assesses the causes and effects of forest fires as well as options for reducing the vulnerability of Oregon 's forests to catastrophic fires. Also, you'll learn what can be done to enhance the recovery of forest ecosystems that have been damaged by fire.
View the presentation (PDF) Family Forestlands
This new presentation looks at the family ownership of Oregon's forestlands, and discusses the threats and opportunities of keeping forests working. Forest management, economics and intergenerational legacy are topics of discussion.
View the presentation (PDF) Oregon's Forests in the 21st Century
This presentation looks at the modern differences in forestland ownership and management objectives. We�ll explore how a variety of management leads to landscape level diversity for environmental as well as social and economic values.
View the presentation (PDF) Careers in Forestry
This new presentation is intended to explore the opportunities available to high school students who might be interested in a forestry career. This is targeted to a high school audience, with or without plans to attend college.
View the presentation (PDF) Woody Biomass: The Triple Win
This presentation takes a close look at opportunities for the conversion of woody biomass from Oregon�s forests into �green� energy, biofuels and other bioproducts. Explore the benefits to forest health, renewable energy; and rural economics.
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