Oregon Aspen Project

The purpose of this award is for the grantee to improve technology transfer methods to manage aspen stands in Eastern Oregon.The Forest Restoration Partnership seeks funds to assist private landowners to improve condition of aspen stands in Eastern Oregon. Aspen throughout the western United States has declined by 50-90%. Aspen provide outstanding wildlife Habitat and high levels of forage production for livestock, and are important in groundwater recharge. Funding would launch the first phase of the Oregon Aspen Project; a collaborative effort to facilitate technology transfer related aspen management to private landowners. Phase 1 activities include:

1) Development of a user –friendly aspen management manual;

2) Provision of technical assistance and funding to complete 4 aspen stewardship demonstration projects on private lands throughout eastern Oregon; and

3) Organization of tour and workshop for each project site to disseminate restoration techniques and build support for active management of aspen resources.