Hampton Lumber

09/22/2026

New on Forests at Work: California Governor Gavin Newsom just vetoed a bill that would have fundamentally changed the mission of the state's demonstration forests. What does it say about the role of active forest management, and what lessons should Oregon and Washington take from it?

Hampton forester and VP of Resources, Dave Kunert weighs in:

By vetoing Assembly Bill 2494, Governor Newsom made the case that state forest management should be guided by professional judgment and on-the-ground conditions.

09/15/2026

Bamboo toilet paper comes wrapped in a compelling sustainability story. But does it hold up when compared with products made from wood residuals here at home?

Our latest Forests at Work takes a closer look:

My favorite neighborhood market is one of those places where every product tells a story.

09/10/2026

We're always happy to see our lumber put to good use in the community! Participants in the Lewis County Sheriff's Office - WA Academy recently used Hampton-donated lumber to build six park benches. Thank you to the academy participants for their hard work and commitment to serving Lewis County.

09/09/2026

State forests are expected to provide habitat, recreation, timber, jobs and revenue for public services. But what happens when policy decisions reduce the timber revenue that also pays for forest management?

In the latest Forests at Work, Hampton Forester and VP of Resources, Dave Kunert, looks at the growing financial strain facing state forest systems in Washington and Oregon and the tradeoffs that are too often left out of the conversation.

“Major changes to forest management should be grounded in science, informed by experience, and accompanied by an honest assessment of both the benefits and the costs.”

Read Are State Forests Out West Going Broke?

What’s happening in Washington and Oregon isn’t financially sustainable and may not be environmentally sustainable either.

09/04/2026

Lights on! A new chapter taking shape in Fairfax, SC.

09/03/2026

Wildfires are burning forests, threatening lives, disrupting communities, damaging public health, and filling our skies with smoke. The short documentary, Wildfire Climate Forest examines why this is happening and what can be done about it.

Experience the film in World Forestry Center's immersive five-screen theater in Portland, OR.

🎥 Learn more and catch a screening: https://wildfireclimateforests.com/

The new film from World Forestry Center will challenge the way you ...

09/02/2026

From forest management to modern milling, 21 teachers got a firsthand look at how trees become lumber—and the people, science and technology behind the process. Read more about the two-day forestry workshop hosted by the Pacific Education Institute and supported by Hampton Lumber. Thanks to our Cowlitz Team for hosting the tour!

It’s possible to drive by a facility for years without understanding its function or role in the community. As one participant in a recent PEI workshop explained, “I’ve lived in […]

09/01/2026

The Roadless Rule is back in the headlines. In our latest Forests at Work article, forester and VP of Resources, Dave Kunert takes a closer look at what rescinding the rule might actually mean for federal forest management, restoration work, wildfire risk, and timber supply.

Rescinding the Roadless Rule would restore some flexibility to federal forest management and potentially expand restoration work, but major increases in saw log supply are unlikely.

08/28/2026

Good luck to everyone hitting the road for Hood to Coast and Portland to Coast this weekend! And a special shout out to our Hampton running teams! We're proud to support an event that brings together thousands of runners, walkers, volunteers, and communities from Mount Hood to the Oregon Coast. Safe travels, have fun, and enjoy the journey!
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08/27/2026

Across our communities, a new school year means new opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed. Wishing Allendale County students, teachers, and staff a successful school year! We're proud to partner with Allendale County School District to support students and help ensure they have the tools they need for a strong start.