Wildfire Resources The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District would like to express its sincere gratitude to all of the fire fighters around the district and across the state who are or have […]
Author Archive | Cathy McQueeney
September Invasive Weed of the Month: Japanese Knotweed
Japanese knotweed (Fallopia japonica) has been called a “nightmare” and a “botanical bully,” and is considered invasive in many parts of the world. These characterizations give you a pretty good idea of just […]
Annual Work Plan for 2020-2021 Adopted
New FY 2016-2017 Annual Plan of Work The District’s Board of Directors has adopted an annual work plan for fiscal year 2020-2021 (July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021). This plan was adopted […]
August is National Water Quality Month
August may be National Water Quality Month, but the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District works on water quality and water quantity issues all year long! Water is a valuable and necessary resource […]
Prepare Now for Fall Pastures
Fall pasture management can help ensure a healthy pasture for next year. As dry summer days give over to autumn rains, pasture grasses experience new root growth and work to store carbohydrates in […]
Small Farm School 2020 is Going Virtual!
Registration for Small Farm School is now open. Click here to register! Small Farm School has gone online! Small Farm School 2020 has adopted an online platform to deliver its content. Sessions will […]
Celebrate National Farmers Market Week: August 2-8, 2020
We’re celebrating National Farmers Market Week! This annual celebration highlights the important role that farmers markets play across our nation and here in Clackamas County. This year, markets have embraced the challenge of […]
August Invasive Weed of the Month: Puncturevine
Puncturevine (Tribulus terrestris) is aptly named! This invasive weed has spiny seed heads on it that can easily puncture a bike tire, inflatable raft, animal paw, or footwear. Be on the lookout because […]
Failing Septic System? We Can Help!
Septic system failures can be stressful. Did you know that the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District offers a Residential Septic System Repair and Replacement Loan Program to eligible property owners within Clackamas […]
