During the past year, we have highlighted our District Board directors with short biographies to help you get to know the people who direct the District. This month we highlight Jesse Nelson, Zone […]
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Board Member Enjoys and Protects Natural Resources
Joan Zuber, a Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District board member, moved to Elk Prairie in the southwestern Clackamas County foothills to take advantage of the wonderful and bountiful natural resources the area […]
ONEStop Farmgate: A New Resource in Clackamas County
Clackamas County OneStop Farmgate is a new, FREE resource for farmers in Clackamas County. This website is designed to make it easier for farmers to find the answers they need to be successful.
Focus on Staff: Scott Eden, Conservation Specialist
Conservation Specialist Scott Eden has just completed his first year with the District, but he’s been honing his expertise as a conservationist for over 20 years. Eden is an experienced biologist with an […]
Training the Trainer – Soil Health 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.
Focus on Staff: Nicole Ahr, Conservation Specialist
We welcome biologist Nicole Ahr to the Clackamas SWCD staff. Nicole has been working on a variety of projects, including expanding the Backyard Habitat Certification Program in Clackamas County and on a land […]
Improving Riparian Habitats One Landowner at a Time
Our partners at Molalla River Watch recently published their Summer 2016 Newsletter. This article below, written by Asako Yamamuro, Molalla River Watch Restoration Project Coordinator, captures the spirit of collaboration the District enjoys […]
Focus on Staff: Matt Van Wey
The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District welcomes a new employee to our professional team this week. Conservation Specialist Matt Van Wey brings a wealth of farming, restoration, and conservation experience with him […]
Conservation Fun and Games at the 2016 Clackamas County Fair
This year’s Clackamas County Fair is themed “Spectacular Fun for Everyone,” and the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District is geared up to engage children of all ages! Join us next week, August […]