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Forest

Oak Woodland & Savannah Restoration (RCPP)

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Program level:

Local

Provider:

Polk Soil & Water Conservation District

Benefits provided: 

Free technical assistance, Financial

Land use:

Forest

Water-focused program: 

No

Protect, conserve, and restore endangered upland oak habitat in Oregon’s northern Willamette Valley

Overview

Description:

RCPP Aims to protect, conserve, and restore endangered upland oak habitat in Oregon’s northern Willamette Valley—habitat that is vital to many plant and animal species, including the endangered Fender’s blue butterfly. RCPP plans will include activities such as:
- Invasive weed removal/understory clearing
- Removal of competitive tree species such as Douglas fir
- Thinning of small oaks to release larger open grown oaks
- Slash treatment
- Planting of native shrubs, grasses and forbs
- Fencing for livestock management

Eligibility:

Polk County residents with oak woodlands

Financial benefit: 

Financial benefit varies per project

Contact information

Information last updated on July 15, 2025.

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