Belton Outreach Center
The Center is designed like a modern residential-style home, utilizing forest products manufactured in our region—as well as, products from trees harvested at Hopkins—and demonstrates the best in an effective use of wood in construction and maximizing energy efficiencies. The Center has two overnight motel-style rooms for visitors—something not available at Hopkins in the past. These accommodations are perfect for teachers, college and university students, researchers and visitors coming from afar to our forest for education events and activities, field work experiences, and research projects.
Final touches to the Belton Outreach Center have been ongoing since April including delivery of overnight room furniture, construction of a very special Conference Room table utilizing an historic elm tree in Oregon City, landscaping, and building a carport. All projects are expected to be completed by the end of 2023. A Dedication Event was held on Sunday, July 9 to formally name the Belton Outreach Center, recognizing the Belton Family from Sandy, their major financial contribution to the Center, the their contributions of husband and father, John Belton, prominent woodland owner in Clackamas County. READ MORE
The new Belton Forestry and Natural Resources Outreach Center represents a critical next step forward for Forests Forever and our goal: to provide greater capacity for growing educational and research programs, plus better on-site management for facilities, and serving the public in our forest.
![Treemometer-11-28-23-3 Treemometer](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Treemometer-11-28-23-3.png)
Last Updated: November 28, 2023
Development Progress
![1–Water line going in for septic hook up-640w Holes in ground](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/1-Water-line-going-in-for-septic-hook-up-640w.jpg)
![1-Roof now complete; front view](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/1-Roof-now-complete-front-view.jpg)
![10-new windows](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/10-new-windows.jpg)
![11-Window installation #2–volunteers at work](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/11-Window-installation-2-volunteers-at-work.jpg)
![12-Volunteers in action](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/12-Volunteers-in-action.jpg)
![13-20220819_132445](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/13-20220819_132445.jpg)
![14-20220820_155950](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/14-20220820_155950.jpg)
![15-20220819_132417](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/15-20220819_132417.jpg)
![16-Stubbing in plumbing #1](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/16-Stubbing-in-plumbing-1.jpg)
![17-Stubbing in plumbing #2](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/17-Stubbing-in-plumbing-2.jpg)
![18-Shower Install in residence](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/18-Shower-Install-in-residence.jpg)
![1X12 WRC siding now 90% done; stack to left for milling trim and battens-640w Stack of wood planks in mill](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/1X12-WRC-siding-now-90-done-stack-to-left-for-milling-trim-and-battens-640w.jpg)
![2–Preparations for roofing installation-640w Roof installation preparations](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/2-Preparations-for-roofing-installation-640w.jpg)
![2-Roof now complete; west and back view](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/2-Roof-now-complete-west-and-back-view.jpg)
![20220210_121330-640w Axe and trunk with men milling wood in background](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/20220210_121330-640w.jpg)
![20220317_091354-640w Cutting wood](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/20220317_091354-640w.jpg)
![20220317_091424-640w Guys carrying wood planks](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/20220317_091424-640w.jpg)
![3–Hoisting panel #1-640w Bringing up first metal panel](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/3-Hoisting-panel-1-640w.jpg)
![3-Rolling, rolling, rolling](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/3-Rolling-rolling-rolling.jpg)
![4–Laying up panel-640w Guys on roof laying up panel](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/4-Laying-up-panel-640w.jpg)
![5–Beginning metal roofing installation-640w Metal roof partially installed](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/5-Beginning-metal-roofing-installation-640w.jpg)
![5-Bob and Mike rolling](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/5-Bob-and-Mike-rolling.jpg)
![6–Roof installation progress; 7-1-22-640w Roof partially installed](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/6-Roof-installation-progress-7-1-22-640w.jpg)
![6-Don and Pete setting a load of freshly treated siding to dry](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/6-Don-and-Pete-setting-a-load-of-freshly-treated-siding-to-dry.jpg)
![7–Pete Wille cutting siding boards to length Cutting wood](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/7-Pete-Wille-cutting-siding-boards-to-length.jpg)
![7-Don bringing in the next load](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/7-Don-bringing-in-the-next-load.jpg)
![8–Crew–rollin’, rollin’, rollin’; Bob Kahl, Mike Piazza, Don Chase, Mark Triebwasser Using roller to apply sealer on wooden boards](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/8-Crew-rollin-rollin-rollin-Bob-Kahl-Mike-Piazza-Don-Chase-Mark-Triebwasser.jpg)
![8-Initial wrapping on east end of Center and back porch area](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/8-Initial-wrapping-on-east-end-of-Center-and-back-porch-area.jpg)
![9–Crew putting on wood sealer Sealing wood](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/9-Crew-putting-on-wood-sealer.jpg)
![9-Outreach Center–wrapping the building](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/9-Outreach-Center-wrapping-the-building.jpg)
![ASAgNB5I-640w Trusses in place](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/ASAgNB5I-640w.jpg)
![BNW7P5~S Boards and batten](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/BNW7P5S.jpg)
![Conference Room cabinets new kitchen cabinets with instaled dishwasher](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Conference-Room-cabinets.jpg)
![DSC_0011; 1-31-22-640w Machine on gravel around red dirt in forest](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/DSC_0011-1-31-22-640w.jpg)
![DSC_0019-640w Foundation being laid in clearing in forest](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/DSC_0019-640w.jpg)
![Excavating site of former modular home; 1-31-22-640w Excavator on gravel ground in forest](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Excavating-site-of-former-modular-home-1-31-22-640w.jpg)
![Floor joist installation #1-640w Wood floor structure](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Floor-joist-installation-1-640w.jpg)
![Floor joist installation #2-640w Guys looking at plans for flooring](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Floor-joist-installation-2-640w.jpg)
![Floor joist installation #3-640w Floor joist installation](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Floor-joist-installation-3-640w.jpg)
![Floor Joists all in; 4-24-22-640×272 Floor joists installed](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Floor-Joists-all-in-4-24-22-640x272-2.jpg)
![Foundation complete-640w Concrete foundation](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Foundation-complete-640w.jpg)
![Framing #1 Corner walls](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Framing-1.jpg)
![Framing #2 Wall structure and framing](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Framing-2.jpg)
![Framing #3 Guy picking up wood pieces](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Framing-3.jpg)
![Framing #6 Walls being put up](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Framing-6.jpg)
![imagejpeg_0-640w Trusses being placed by crane](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/imagejpeg_0-640w.jpg)
![IMG_5032-640w Foundation being created](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/IMG_5032-640w.jpg)
![IMG_5227-640w More framing structure](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/IMG_5227-640w.jpg)
![IMG_5228-640w](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/IMG_5228-640w.jpg)
![IMG_5229-640w More framing structure inside](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/IMG_5229-640w.jpg)
![IMG_5579 inside a new room with drywall](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/IMG_5579.jpg)
![IMG_5580 inside a room with drywall](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/IMG_5580.jpg)
![IMG_5974 Bulldozer and people demolishing house](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/IMG_5974.jpg)
![IMG_5975 Bulldozer carrying steps](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/IMG_5975.jpg)
![IMG_5980 Burning for demolition](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/IMG_5980.jpg)
![IMG_5986 Pulling apart the house](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/IMG_5986.jpg)
![IMG_5988 construction worker leveling a drying concrete pad outside, looking toward the building](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/IMG_5988.jpg)
![IMG_6003 construction worker leveling a drying concrete pad outside](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/IMG_6003.jpg)
![IMG_6004 concrete pad drying outside in the sun with two construction workers](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/IMG_6004.jpg)
![IMG_6005 concrete pad being leveled by a construction worker](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/IMG_6005.jpg)
![IMG_6007 concrete drying in newly constructed room](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/IMG_6007.jpg)
![Kitchen cabinets kitchen cabinets](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Kitchen-cabinets.jpg)
![Pouring concrete-640w Man pouring concrete into foundation](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Pouring-concrete-640w.jpg)
![Walls and Roof Trusses #2–progress on 5-27-22-640w Trusses progress](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Walls-and-Roof-Trusses-2-progress-on-5-27-22-640w.jpg)
![Zm59Q6EU-640w More framing structure from afar](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Zm59Q6EU-640w.jpg)
Our Valued Donors
![home-image_1_0_0-transparent RSG Forest Products, Inc. in two shades of green](https://demonstrationforest.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/home-image_1_0_0-transparent.png)
The following businesses, organizations, and individuals have made contributions and pledges to the new Forestry and Natural Resources Outreach Center now in the final stages of construction at the Hopkins Demonstration Forest. We truly appreciate this outpouring of support! Last updated: November 27, 2023
Cash Donations and Pledges
RSG Forest Products
Carol, Arthur, and Stephen Belton
Walt and Pat Garvin and Family
Hampton Lumber
Ken and Glenda Everett
Monte and Ilene Waldorf
Weyerhaeuser Company
Elizabeth Howley Waldman
Port Blakely
Integrity Medical Evaluations
Pacific Fibre Products
Starker Forests, Inc.
Shibley Family
Mike and Connie Bondi
Clackamas County Farm Forestry
Mike and Jan Daly
Mike and Cindy Piazza
Cindy Lampa
Pam and Greg Hayden
John Martinson, Jr.
Lyna Low and Frank Wille
Dan Green
Scott Hanson
Ralph and Merry Schmidt
Vohs Family Trust
John and Kathy Matzka
Linda Butts
Catherine Dunlap
Peter and Jennifer Matzka
Bob and Marianne Kahl
Artina Cunning and John Hilsinger
Karin Nealon
The Zenn Family
Diane Kelso and Peter Hoffman
Jeremy and Romalia Shibley
Native Fish Society, Inc.
Jeanne and Jeff Becker
Kevin Lodeen
Lofthus Forestry Services
Loren and Sylvia Bowman
Gregory Cline
Francis and Roberta Everett
Jean McCloskey
Jack and Jean Carter
Elaine Wilcox
Gary Bush
Tom and June Lenihan
Tom and Julie Handy
Tim Dahl
Doug and Stella Shannon
Harmon Family LLC
Bryan O’Byrne
Russ and Kim Minten
Kent and Melanie Hempel
Mike Haasken
Robin Poppino-Kuntz
Richard Schawbauer
Bev Koch
Total for all Cash Donations and Pledges: $451,619
Donated Materials and Supplies
RSG Forest Products (Framing lumber)
Freres Lumber (Plywood)
Forests Forever, Inc. (Western Redcedar Siding)
Total for all Donated Materials and Supplies: $33,246
Grand Totals for all Donations: $484,684