Rediscovery Forest at Oregon Garden

The Oregon Garden's Rediscovery Forest offers a peaceful respite in the shade of Douglas-firs and singing birds. This demonstration forest, managed in partnership with the Oregon Forest Resources Institute (OFRI) serves the multiple goals of education, research and public enjoyment. Interpretive signage reveals insights on reforestation, forest management, Christmas tree cultivation and more.

Hike the different trails through this dynamic demonstration forest. You will learn about reforestation, forest management, seed tree forests, growing Christmas trees, and hardwood forest management through the interpretive signage placed along easily accessible trails.

Forestry Education

Throughout the year forestry education programs are available, click here for details of the forestry education programs at The Oregon Garden.

Meetings

A large clearing in the forest is perfect for family reunions or company picnics, click here for details of this meeting space or request a proposal for your next event.

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Rediscovery Forest

The Rediscovery Forest is a former Christmas tree plantation, turned wildlife habitat that is now used as an educational resource for people to learn about forestry practices and forest ecology.

Learn more about our Green:

To learn more about the innovative ways in which The Oregon Garden is demonstrating environmental, economic, and social sustainability, look for the Green Guide Stop Signs throughout this site or pick up a Green Guide when you arrive at the visitors center and follow the self-guided tour throughout The Garden.