Events

2025 OSSS Summer Tour in the Klamath River Basin

September 12–14, 2025
Hosted by the Oregon Society of Soil Scientists

Base Location: OSU Klamath Basin Research & Extension Center

This tour focuses on the work that went into executing the Klamath River Dam Removal Project and how the management of formerly subaqueous soils along the Klamath River will change. We will also visit local growers and farms on organic lakebed soils, and discuss the unique climatic and geologic setting of the Klamath River Basin.

The registration fee ($111 for Regular, $88 for Lifetime Member, and $70 for Student/Retiree Registration) includes lodging, some meals (outlined below), and transportation to all field stops.

Join us for a weekend of field exploration, soil science, and community in the heart of the Klamath Basin!

Tour Overview

Friday, September 12 – Arrival & Welcome

• Check-in: 4:30–9:30 PM
• Location: OSU Klamath Basin Research Station
• Dinner on your own
• Settle in, meet fellow attendees, and get ready for a weekend in the field!

Saturday, September 13 – JC Boyle Reservoir Field Day

• Start Time: 8:00 AM
• Breakfast provided before departure to field
• Field Tour Highlights:
  • Landscape changes from dam removal
  • Submerged sediments and buried ash layers
    Soil pit explorations and restoration soils
  • Wetland restoration connections at optional Miller Island stop
• Lunch included
• Restrooms and carpooled transportation provided throughout the day
• Dinner provided back at camp by OSSS

Sunday, September 14 – Soil Pits & Wrap-Up

• Start Time: 7:45 AM
• Breakfast provided before departure to field
• Visit two soil pit sites with in-field discussions
• Lunch during the final stop
• Return to station by 12:40 PM
• Suggested departure: 1:30 PM
• Estimated return: Corvallis ~5:15 PM | Salem ~5:45 PM

Transportation & Logistics

• Vans provided for field stop transport
• Restrooms available at most stops
• Meals included: 
  • Saturday: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • Sunday: Breakfast and lunch
• Lodging
  • Tent camping spots available at the OSU Klamath Basin Research & Extension Center
  • Due to limited space, please bring a max 2-person tent per individual. Larger tents are appropriate if you plan to share your tent as a group with others!
  • Parking spots for car camping available, but no RV hookups onsite
  • Hotels can be booked nearby in Klamath Falls

Register Now!

Secure your spot for the 2025 OSSS Summer Tour!

Questions? Email us at osss.pres@gmail.com

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