Himalayan blackberry (Rubus bifrons) tantalizes us with its sweet fruits in the summer and tortures us with its prickly vines all year long. Also known as Armenian Blackberry, this wide-spread and aggressive weed […]
Author Archive | Cathy McQueeney
Funding Available for Conservation Near Canby and Molalla
The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District is happy to announce some good news for landowners near Molalla and Canby. Our partners at the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) have awarded the District […]
Horse Pasture Management Video
The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District offers a wide range of support for horse owners in Clackamas County. The following horse pasture video gives you a good idea of some of the […]
Now is the Time to Prepare Fall Pastures
As dry summer days give over to autumn rains, pasture grasses experience new root growth and work to store carbohydrates in the lower 3-4 inches of the stem. Anything that hinders these two […]
It’s SepticSmart Week: September 16-20, 2024
Do you own a property with a septic system? If so, this is the perfect week to revisit good SepticSmart tips to keep your system in excellent working condition. SepticSmart Week runs September […]
September Invasive Weed of the Month: Japanese Knotweed
Japanese knotweed (Fallopia japonica) has been called a “botanical bully” and “the alien shrub that can’t be stopped.” It is considered invasive in many parts of the world. This gives you a pretty […]
Emerald Ash Borer Found in Clackamas County
On Monday, August 19, 2024, The Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) sent out an update on the distribution of the Emerald Ash Borer in Oregon. Up until recently, this invasive beetle had only […]
Tips to Tackle and Control Blackberry
We’ve picked our fill of the sweet blackberry fruits, so it’s time to get serious about Himalayan blackberry management. Now is an ideal time to manage blackberries on your property. Desirable native plants […]
2024 Summer Pasture Walk Registration is Open!
Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District is happy to promote the Oregon Forage and Grassland Council’s 2024 Summer Pasture Walk on Saturday August 31, 2024. This is a golden opportunity to learn about […]
