The Variable Probability Sampling course is offered as a service to foresters yearly during OSU spring break. The course is suitable for relative beginners as well as those with experience who like to brush up on the principles and up-to-date computation techniques using hand calculators and microcomputers. Field exercises using both techniques are an important part of the course.
Two popular methods of timber cruising will be covered in detail: Variable-plot sampling and 3-P sampling (Probability, Proportional to Prediction).
The 2025 spring course will be March 24th-28th. Instructors are Jim Kiser and Kim Iles.
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Attendees should bring:
No computer needed. Field transportation provided.
Registration is $825. Lunches are included with the course.
The course will take place on OSU’s campus – Richardson 107.
There is no room block associated with this event.
The following is a list of nearby lodging options:
Hilton Garden Inn Corvallis (.8 mi)
Holiday Inn Express Corvallis-on the River (1.9 mi)
Best Western Corvallis (2.4 mi)
There are also several motel options nearby as well as Airbnb.
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