As summer fades and we start to clean up our yards for the winter season, don’t put your digging tools away! This is a great time of the year to plant perennial native […]
Archive | September, 2013
Birding Event at the Beavercreek Farm
One of the many resources we are cataloging on our historic farm in Beavercreek is wildlife. To aid us in determining the different species that might be sharing the farm with us, we’re looking […]
SepticSmart Week: September 23-27
We’re excited to announce the first annual SepticSmart Week, September 23-27! Proper care and maintenance of septic systems can help keep homeowners and their neighbors healthy and protect drinking water and our environment. […]
Septic System Workshop: Check it, Fix it, Maintain it
Did you know that the week of September 23-27 is the first annual SepticSmart Week? SepticSmart Week was established to promote proper care and maintenance of septic systems to help keep homeowners and […]
Johnson Creek Edible Weed Walk
Did you know that many weeds are used for agricultural and medicinal purposes?Join the Johnson Creek Watershed Council for an information Weed Walk along Johnson Creek. Sunday, September 22, at Pleasant Valley Elementary (17625 SE […]
What is a Rain Garden and Why Do I Want One?
A rain garden is a creative landscape feature that adds beauty and value to your home while conserving natural resources and benefiting our environment! Join Erik Carr, Urban and Community Conservationist for Clackamas […]
Pebble Count Conducted at Milk Creek Site
Last month we conducted a pebble count on Milk Creek at the site of the vegetated log matrix that was built last summer. A pebble count is a common method used by river […]
Youngsters Try Their Hand at Pollinator Garden Design
This year at the Clackamas County Fair, kids of all ages displayed their creative ideas for designing a pollinator garden. The Clackamas County Soil and Water Conservation District provided information on the importance […]
What’s Up With Weeds: September
Remember September with a need to weed! September may be the best month of the year to target perennial weeds. As the hot days of summer shift toward the cooler days of autumn, […]