Oklahoma Project Learning Tree
The OFA is the proud sponsor of the Oklahoma Project Learning Tree (PLT). PLT uses the forest as a "window" on the world to increase students' understanding of our environment; stimulate students' critical and creative thinking; develop students' ability to make informed decisions on environmental issues; and instill in students the commitment to take responsible action on behalf of the environment.
OFA Firewise
The OFA is committed to helping fight forest fires, equipment theft and vandalism, timber theft, illegal dumping and hunting club theft and vandalism. In order to promote this initiative, OFA sponsors the Witness Reward Program, which pays cash rewards to those individuals who offer information leading to the arrest and conviction of individuals responsible for those acts.
Log a Load for Kids
Log a Load for Kids is America 's renewable resource creating miracles for our most precious resource. It is a fund raising opportunity for loggers and other forestry industry personnel in conjunction with forestry organizations and associations to raise money for local
Children's Miracle Network Hospitals.
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Started in South Carolina in 1988, Log A Load for Kids has grown to include 24 states. In 1997, Log A Load raised more than $2 million for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, making it CMN’s fastest growing national donor and the seventh largest contributor. 1998 goals include the participation by 27 states and contributions totaling more than $2.5 million. 100% of the money raised remains with the local participating Children’s Miracle Network hospital or the hospital of the donor’s choosing.
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The Oklahoma Forestry Association is a proud sponsor of Log A Load for Kids. Each year the OFA raises money through a silent action at the members’ annual meeting and through auctioning off timber donated by its members.
Wildland Firefighter of the Year
The Oklahoma Wildland Firefighter of the Year Award honors exceptional individuals who have demonstrated outstanding dedication and skill in combating wildfires across the state. Recent recipients include Oley Walker (2016), Bryan Ryles (2017), Pat Wayman (2018), Clifford Eppler (2019), Doug Duncan (2021), and Arron Sumpter (2022). These firefighters exemplify bravery, leadership, and a commitment to protecting Oklahoma's natural landscapes and communities from the devastating effects of wildfires.
OFA Youth Programs
The Oklahoma Forestry Association has a continued commitment to Oklahoma ’s youth through the sponsorship of several youth based natural resources programs, the two largest being their sponsorship of Youth 4-H Forestry Contests and the Oklahoma Youth Forestry and Wildlife Camp.
Youth 4-H Forestry Contests
Oklahoma Forestry Association is a proud sponsor of the Oklahoma 4-H Forestry Judging Program is designed to encourage and promote more awareness and knowledge of forestry as an art and science. As current or future leaders and decision makers, 4-H members, volunteer leaders, and Extension agents will learn of the complexities and tradeoffs involved in managing a forest for multiple use objectives.
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Forest Heritage Center Scholarships Available
​In an effort to reach out to the young men and women who are the future of forestry, the Forest Heritage Center Museum offers scholarships to college students and graduating high school seniors, as well as stipends for forestry program educators.
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Fred Dierks Educational Scholarship offers a $1500 scholarship to a college undergraduate student. The scholarship is available to all students currently enrolled as second semester freshmen or higher grade level. Students must be enrolled in a forestry program in one of Oklahoma’s institutions of higher education, with a minimum of a 3.0 on a 4.0 grading scale.
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Quintus Herron Educational Scholarship provides $500 to an Oklahoma graduation high school senior who is enrolling in a college level forestry program at an Oklahoma institution for higher learning.
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New Growth Educational Stipend of $1000 is available for both formal and informal educators who wish to implement forestry curriculum in their program. Leaders of youth organizations and teachers can take advantage of this opportunity to introduce youngsters to the endless possibilities that the forest and forestry industry provide.
To apply, please click the button below.
Oklahoma Youth Forestry Camp
The Oklahoma Forestry Association has been a long time sponsor of the Oklahoma Youth Forestry Camp. The camp provides youth ages 13 - 15 the opportunity to experience the forestry and wildlife professions, learn about Oklahoma’s natural resources and build an awareness of environmental components.Explore Oklahoma's natural resources with professionals from across the state! Hands on activities including forest management, stream ecology, fire management, wildlife management, urban forestry, and how they all work together, and course, there is time for swimming, hiking, and outdoor recreation!
