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Global Connections. Regional Roots. August 2017
To Create and Inspire Champions of Sustainable Forestry
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From the Interim Executive Director
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When you’re as large and significant a nation as the United States, it’s understandable to think that size makes a difference. It’s certainly true about our contribution to international trade, climate change, and global stability. But being a small nation does not make one inconsequential, a fact that was made evident at our World Forest Institute conference “When Small is Big,” that featured our International Fellows talking about natural resource challenges they face at home and what is being done to address them.
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Sara Wu
Interim Executive Director
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The Search for the WFC's next Executive Director
The World Forestry Center is conducting a search for the Executive Director position. Please direct all inquiries to
Jeffrey M. Siegrist & Company
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Forestry Leadership Hall Spotlight
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In 1971, the World Forestry Center established a unique tradition to honor those who have made significant and meaningful contributions to the advancement of the forestry sector in business, government, or education.
We are honored to spotlight Henry Edward Baldridge. Henry was born along the great Columbia River, the lifeblood of the region in which he would excel as a lumberman and leader of men. He was a lifelong conservationist who appreciated the trees that towered in Oregon forests and the wild flowers that grew beneath.
Henry and Wilma Katherine Enke were married in 1934 and had three daughters Lucy Lee Baldridge Hilands, Judith Louise Baldridge Mackey, and Sheryl Ann Baldridge Curl. They had 6 grandchildren, five boys and one granddaughter, and fourteen great grandchildren. Wilma passed away February, 1979.
We invite you to visit the Forestry Leadership Hall located on the second floor of the Discovery Museum. For more information
click here.
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Henry E. Baldridge
1906-1991
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Henry’s father, William Ira Baldridge, and his mother, Minnie Amalia Kraus Baldridge, had chosen Rainier, Oregon as their home when Henry was born in 1906. William logged for John Yeon, a principal forestland owner of the area. Of German and Scotch-English heritage, the Baldridge family knew hard work and lived close to the earth that provided a comfortable living. Four brothers and one sister completed the family that worked together in mutual support.
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Henry and Wilma Baldridge with their children taken in 1946 on Thompson Street in Portland.
From left to right: Henry Edward Baldridge with Sheryl Ann Baldridge Curl on his lap, Judith Louise Baldridge Mackey, Lucy Lee Baldridge Hilands and Wilma Katherine Enke Baldridge.
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Logging Camp in Sedro Woolley, Washington (on the Skagit River), 1910:
William Ira Baldridge and his sons: Jack, Ben, Harry, John, and Henry
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World Forest Institute News and Updates
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Calling all Natural Resources Professionals Working Around the World!
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Applications are now being accepted for the 2018 World Forest Institute International Fellowship Program.
We will accept applications through October 15, 2017 for next year's program. Visit our
website
for information on the program, what qualifications you need, and to download an application.
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WFI’s Fellows Present at “When Small is Big: Forest Initiatives Around the Globe”
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Our July 19 conference was well attended, offering a wide-ranging discussion from global perspectives. Over 60 people turned out to hear from our WFI Fellows on topics of forestry, conservation, and climate change. Moderator Ben Hayes of the Pinchot Institute and keynote speaker Dr. John Bliss of Oregon State University helped to bring these global perspectives back home to reflect on many similar situations we are facing right here in the Pacific Northwest. One of the attendees commented, “I loved the ‘TED Talk’ format of the event” and others commented on the breadth and depth of the Fellows presentations which made it an enriching and engaging event for everyone. Many thanks to our sponsors Vanport International and the Harry A. Merlo Foundation.
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In back from left: Oscar Hernandez (Guatemala), Hebe Carus (Scotland), Michelle Yap (Malaysia), Jan Jenco (Slovakia), Sawako Tanaka (Japan), Binod Heyojoo (Nepal). Front from left: Shreejita basu (India), Gaby Hertrich, Adolf Hertrich, Chiao-ping Wang (Taiwan)
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Leaders Gather to Discuss Science and Practices of Protecting Forest Streams
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On August 10, more than 75 legislators with their aides, professional foresters, biologists, land owners, lawyers, professors and conservation organizations from all over Oregon, Washington and California convened in Cheatham Hall to consider the challenges of current management of the region’s forest riparian zones. Sponsored by the Oregon Society of American Foresters (SAF) and 11 other organizations including the World Forestry Center, the day-long event featured 15 speakers who shared their professional expertise and different perspectives on this complex and often controversial topic. WFC Board Chair Jennifer Allen welcomed everyone to the workshop and encouraged thoughtful discussion of the issues.
Click here to see pictures from the event!
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Conferences and Convening
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Hagenstein Lectures
"Emerging Voices in Forestry" Returns October 15
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Join us for an afternoon as ten young professional foresters will take the stage at the WFC to share their experience working at the forefront of social, economic and environmental change in sustainable forestry. This event will run 1:00-5:00pm. Craft beer, wine, and snacks will be provided. Admission is free, but advance tickets are required.
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Thursday, November 16, 2017
Program 8:00 am - 11:00 am
$15 General / $5 Student
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For more information about the World Forestry Center, please contact Wendy Mitchell, Development and Community Relations Director,
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