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 […]
Author Archive | Cathy McQueeney
Small Farm School 2024 – Registration is Open!
Registration for Small Farm School 2024 is now open. Click here to register! Small Farm School is a one-day educational event for beginning and intermediate small-scale farmers and rural land stewards. This year […]
Septic Systems: A 4-Part Video Series
Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District (CSWCD) is happy to announce the release of a 4-part video series on septic systems. This video series was funded by Clackamas River Water Providers, in partnerhsip […]
We’re Celebrating 50 Years of Conservation!!
We’re Celebrating 50 Years of Conservation! We’re less than two weeks away from our Conservation Celebration! On Saturday, August 3rd, we’re bringing our staff, partners, and neighbors together to celebrate our 50th Anniversary! […]
Clean Your Boots to Protect Our Natural Areas
Clean your boots! And your sneakers, sandals, and flip-flops too. Give them a quick check before and after you hike to prevent the spread of invasive weeds. Summer is here and that means […]
Tansy Poisons Livestock – and Neighborly Relationships!
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 […]
Christmas Tree Field Day, July 18th
Are you a Christmas Tree Grower? Or maybe you know one? If so, take note! The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District is offering a FREE Christmas Tree Grower Field Day on Thursday, […]
Save the Date for 2024 Small Farm School
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 […]
