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Biden will order study of old-growth forests in Earth Day executive action
America's oldest trees store vast amounts of carbon. Counting them is the first step to preserving them, says the Biden administration.
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Oregon’s wildfire risk map is due soon. But first, the public has a chance to weigh in
A new set of rules will guide a statewide process of identifying high fire risk areas and mapping the level of risk on every tax lot in Oregon.

For these interns, working in Oregon wilderness pays in money and breathtaking views
Wilderness Conservation Corps internships offer young people the chance to transform trails and themselves while earning some money for college.
Oregon to receive $262 million in wildfire recovery funding for federal forests
The U.S. Forest Service in Oregon will be getting more than $262 million in federal disaster funding to help with wildfire recovery.

Legislative session may finally yield a solution for Oregon’s Elliott State Forest
A bill before the Oregon Legislature would set in motion a plan to create an Elliott State Research Forest that would preserve the oldest trees and protect vulnerable species while allowing some logging.

Oregon scientists call for more forest protection to fight climate change, save species
Researchers with Oregon State University say the U.S. needs to protect more of its forestland to preserve wildlife and reduce the carbon emissions that contribute to climate change.

Over 100 countries vow to end deforestation at climate talks
More than 100 countries are pledging to end deforestation in the coming decade.

Deal sets course for overhaul of private forest management in Oregon
Oregon will pursue a plan to drastically change how private forests are managed for fish, wildlife and wood.
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Oregon names Calvin Mukumoto next state forester
The longtime forester and former legislative candidate would enter the role as the first permanent forester since Peter Daugherty’s resignation in May.

Owl habitat, former clear-cuts near Sisters targeted for restoration
The 25,000-acre project at Green Ridge aims to reduce fire risk while bolstering habitat for northern spotted owls.