A designation for institutions, organizations, and research bodies that provide the scientific and technical foundation for the Oregon Scent Trail. Scent-Authorities manage the taxonomic records, chemical analyses, and conservation protocols that allow us to verify the “Scent-Print” of a region. They represent the intellectual rigor required to document volatile biological data. A scent authority can also be an expert in scent related training.
Focuses on AKC Scent Work trials. Essential for ‘working dog’ scent enthusiasts. Scent Profile: High-Desert, Sagebrush. Olfactory Bio-Detection experts. They explore the threshold of scent perception, bridge-linking human and canine sensory capabilities.
The authority on botanical preservation. Host of ‘scent walks’. Scent Profile: Morning-Mist, Wild-Iris. A go-to resource for Taxonomic Accuracy who ensures that when we say #NootkaRose, it is genetically and geographically correct for the province.
Connects 300+ producers. Focuses on horticultural restoration and school garden scent experiences. Scent Profile: Agricultural-Bloom, Hay.
Leads ‘Botanical Walks’ and specializes in aromatherapy research. Phyto-Chemistry professionals who provide the data on essential oils and plant constituents (the “why” behind the smell).
Hosts Scent Work Trials in the region. Focuses on urban and field scenting environments. Scent Profile: Fresh-Cut-Grass, Pavement.
