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Welcome to the Oregon Department of Forestry's Central Oregon District
Central Oregon District
The Central Oregon District, of the Oregon Department of Forestry, is one of the agency's 13 districts across the state of Oregon. It is composed of three Units and five operating centers located in Prineville, Sisters, John Day, Fossil, and The Dalles.
The District is responsible for the protection of 2.2 million acres of private and public forest and rangeland in 11 counties in the north-central portion of Oregon. In addition the District administers the state's Forest Practices Act, provides technical forestry assistance to landowners, and administers a variety of federal grants for the purposes of wildfire hazard reduction and forest health. The District has 35 permanent and 80 seasonal employees. Information on employment opportunities can be found by clicking here.
Spotlight on the Central Oregon District
News Releases
News releases
Here you will find the latest news releases issued by the Central Oregon District, including information on fire season and public use restrictions due to fire danger and restrictions. Request a burn permit from your computer by using the link located below.
Publications and Maps
Publications and Maps
View Central Oregon District publications and maps.
Contact Information
Contact Information
Contact us at the Central Oregon District, or any of our Unit Offices in John Day/Fossil, Prineville/Sisters, and The Dalles.
Updates and Current Topics
Updates and Current Topics
Read the latest about Central Oregon District's situation and review budget and meeting information.
Fire and Program Services Information
Landowner Resources
Programs and resources.
Learn more about the services that Central Oregon District offers to forest landowners and general public. Use the below links to see related laws and contact information.
Fire Danger and Restrictions
Fire Danger and Restrictions
The Fire Danger Rating System alerts people to the current fire danger. Please contact a Central Oregon District unit for further burning and fire information.
Employment Opportunities
Employment Opportunities
Central Oregon District employment opportunities can be found by using the links below. You can also review all open positions with the Oregon Department of Forestry.
Fire Information
Fire Information
Get the latest information about fires on the Central Oregon District, as well as large fires burning in Oregon and throughout the nation.