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 […]
Author Archive | Cathy McQueeney
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 […]
Failing Septic System? We Can Help!
NOTE: As of June 9, 2021, CSWCD is not accepting any new applications for the Residential Septic System Repair Loan program until such a time as a new staff member is available to […]
Going Hiking? Clean Your Boots!
As you head out for some well deserved exercise or restorative time in nature, remember to clean your boots before and after you hike. And your sneakers, sandals, and flip-flops too. It’s a […]
Pollinator Challenge: Lawn Management Without Pesticides
Can lawn management practices contribute to the improved health of our pollinators? The answer is a resounding YES! Here are some helpful suggestions to consider during National Pollinator Week, and the rest of […]
National Pollinator Week 2020: June 22nd – 28th
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 […]
General Manager Position Announcement
The District is no longer accepting applications for the position of General Manager as the Board of Directors and hiring committee review applications received to date. Thank you for your interest. The Clackamas […]
2020 Summer Farmers Market Season is Open!
Did you know that Clackamas County is home to 12 different summer farmers markets? Our local markets are well represented in both rural and urban parts of our District and provide our communities […]