Real Oregon - Resource Education & Agricultural Leadership
A Leadership Program for Natural Resources Professionals
REAL Oregon brings together current and emerging leaders working in Oregon’s natural resource sector, including farming and ranching, forestry, fisheries, and related fields such as transportation, finance, regulatory, and government. Our intensive professional development experience is designed to encourage and enable better informed and better connected leaders within our natural resource communities.
Our Mission
Growing natural resource leaders who make a difference for Oregon.
Our Vision
Develop leaders who seek positive outcomes, economic vitality, and natural resource stewardship to enhance the quality of life for all Oregonians.
Meet Class 7
The selection for REAL Oregon’s 2023-2024 Class 7 was more competitive than ever with a record number of applicants.
We are so pleased to welcome 20 agricultural and natural resource professionals into the REAL Oregon family.
Apply for Class 8
Applications for Class 8 2024-2025 are now open.
Application Deadline: September 15, 2024
2024-2025 Program Dates
November 11 – 14, December 4 – 6, January 7 – 9, February 11 – 13, March 11 – 13
Program Sponsor
Giving Opportunities
Our sponsors make it possible for REAL Oregon to work with and develop leaders who seek positive outcomes and economic vitality for our state. These individuals are in a uniquely qualified position to understand and promote natural resource stewardship to enhance the quality of life for all Oregonians. Your support makes it happen. Consider a sponsorship at any level.
Target Participants
Our Competitive Selection Process Includes:
Natural Resource/Agriculture
- Farmers
- Ranchers
- Forest managers
- Fishery specialists
Industry
- Processors
- Handlers
- Vendors
- Crop consultants
- Financiers
Production
- Mill operators
- Miners
Rural Communities
- Government services
- Community leaders
Agencies/Universities
- Government agencies
- Oregon State University
