In March 2016, the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District formally partnered with the Audubon Society of Portland and Columbia Land Trust to expand the Backyard Habitat Certification Program to additional urban areas […]
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Springwater Western Bluebird Trail
Congratulations to the students of Springwater Environmental Sciences School for the successful installation of their western bluebird trail. Their hard work, coupled with a grant from the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District, […]
OktoberPest 2017 Pest Management Workshops
Pest management workshops for greenhouse and nursery employees will be offered every Thursday during the month of October. This low-cost series is presented by our partners at OSU Extension and the Pacific Northwest […]
District Welcomes Ron Oberg as New Director Emeritus
We are happy to announce that former board chair Ron Oberg has accepted the appointment as Director Emeritus at the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District. This honorary position was extended to Oberg […]
Soil Health Workshop for School and Community Gardens
Clackamas SWCD offers a Soil Health Workshop for teachers and community garden educators on Saturday, October 8, 2016 from 8:30 – 2:00 at Springwater Environmental Sciences School in Oregon City.
Brush Up on Your Septic System During SepticSmart Week
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 […]
NEW Residential Septic System Repair Loan Program
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 […]
Rain and Mud Season is Coming – Be Prepared!
Fall has yet to officially arrive, but social media is already abuzz about the upcoming rain and mud season. Landowners with livestock face additional challenges once the Oregon rains arrive in full. Muddy […]
Fall Watershed Volunteer Opportunities
Many of our watershed council partners are gearing up for fall cleanup events, tours, and celebrations. This is a great way for you to get involved in the care and maintenance of your […]
