Getting a Christmas tree in Oregon's national forest is affordable and fun. Here's how to do it

In this episode, host Zach Urness reposts his tips and tricks to finding the perfect Christmas tree in Oregon's national forests. With a $5 permit, you can travel far and wide in the national forests to find a tree to bring home — whether you live in Portland, Salem, Eugene or elsewhere. It's not always as easy as it seems, however. The podcast breaks down where to get a permit, which forest to target, what elevation to find success and other tips on exploring in the snow.