Tansy ragwort (Jacobaea vulgaris) 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 […]
Archive | Working together
Developing and nurturing key partnerships to help achieve our conservation mission is what we mean by Working Together. Captured here are the activities that help us build and maintain important conservation relationships.
Small Farm School 2023 is Just Around the Corner!
Small Farm School is an annual, full-day event with hands-on workshops and classroom sessions. Both beginning and experienced small-scale farmers will find classes to fit their needs. Our classes cover topics from equipment […]
July Invasive Weed of the Month: Tansy Ragwort
Tansy ragwort (Senecio jacobaea) is an invasive weed with a long and deadly history in the Pacific Northwest. In Oregon, it is designated as a Class B invasive weed. It is believed to […]
Weekend Wildfire Warrior – Extended Zone
We’re successfully on the other side of the July 4th holiday weekend, but wildfire season has only just begun. Preparing for wildfire season takes time and effort, but knowing you have taken the […]
Weekend Wildfire Warrior – Intermediate Zone
Preparing for wildfire season takes time and effort, but knowing you have taken the steps to protect your house can bring peace of mind. Join us as we explore the second part of […]
Weekend Wildfire Warriors – Immediate Zone
Today is the first day of what we hope will be a very pleasant summer. As we prepare for the upcoming 4th of July holiday, however, many of us are a little uneasy […]
It’s National Pollinator Week! June 19- 25, 2023
Celebrate National Pollinator Week by taking a few moments to learn how you can best support our native pollinators! If you have listened to news reports over the last few years, you probably know that pollinators […]
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May Invasive Weed of the Month: Orange Hawkweed
Orange hawkweed (Hieracium aurantiacum) is a fairly new invasive weed in Clackamas County. With your help, our WeedWise team plans to keep it from becoming a common problem for landowners! A member of […]