Each spring we welcome the return of abundant flowers and cherish them as they lift our spirits. Unfortunately, some of these beautiful plants have proven to be aggressive and ultimately highly unwanted. Look […]
Archive | Weeds
Detecting, controlling, and eradicating invasive plants are topics captured in the Weeds category. Invaders affect wildlife and crop production. In some cases they pose health risks to people and animals.
Clean Your Boots After Your Hike!
Summer is upon us and that means Oregonians will be out in force, visiting the many wonderful parks and recreation areas for which our state is so famous. Native plants and native wildlife […]
Citizen Science Detection and Reporting of Invasive Plants Workshop
Calling all outdoor explorers! Here is a terrific opportunity to engage in citizen science to help us identify and report invasive weeds in the Mt. Hood National Forest. Your interest in exploring natural […]
It’s Oregon Invasive Weed Awareness Week!
May 14-20 has been declared Oregon Invasive Weed Awareness Week! Take the opportunity this week to reflect on the invasive weeds impacting Oregon and begin taking steps to combat these aggressive and harmful […]
The District’s Natural Resource Priorities
The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District has four top priorities when addressing conservation needs in Clackamas County: water, wildlife, weeds, and working lands. These priorities are part of our larger set of District […]
November Weed of the Month: Tool Care and a Weed Primer
By the time November rolls around, the rains of winter have returned to the Northwest. The wet rains and cool weather of November also signals the start of the winter armistice with the […]
District Seeks WeedWise Specialist for Term Project
Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District seeks qualified candidates for a WeedWise Program specialist position. All applications materials must be submitted to the District no later than 4:30 PM on Oct 14, 2016.
Clackamas River Invasive Species Partnership Project Moves Forward
The Clackamas River Invasive Species Partnership (CRISP) was recently awarded funds totaling $431,250 from Portland General Electric (PGE) through the Clackamas River Hydroelectric Project Mitigation and Enhancement Fund. This award adds to the […]
Tansy Ragwort Poisons Livestock and Neighborly Relationships!
Tansy ragwort has long tormented hay producers and rural landowners who graze livestock. Horses and cows are especially susceptible to this poisonous weed. In open fields, grazing animals will generally avoid eating tansy […]