Today (Monday, August 27, 2012) the contractor placed the first logs on the mudstone stream bottom. As we build the engineered log jam, logs with roots still attached will be placed on top […]
Author Archive | Tom Salzer
Milk Creek Project: Mobilization (gallery)
Our contractor — Aquatic Contracting, LLC — arrived on Thursday, August 23, 2012 to begin mobilizing equipment, hauling wood, and establishing sediment control practices.
Last Chance to Register: Train Livestock to Eat Weeds!
Registration closes this Friday (August 17th) so take action today to participate in this unique workshop for livestock owners! Clackamas County Soil and Water Conservation District is offering a unique solution to weed […]
DIY Rain Garden Series: Two New Videos!
The first two videos in our new DIY Rain Gardens series are now available! These brief videos are designed to be modular so that you can access just the information you need, when […]
Clackamas County Lavender Festival!
A little rain couldn’t dampen the spirits of those who attended the Clackamas County Lavender Festival last weekend at the Oregon Lavender Farm. Although rain fell heavily on Saturday afternoon, Sunday greeted festival […]
Videos: Erosion Control on Christmas Tree Farms
How are Christmas Tree farms holding their own against soil erosion? Recently, we interviewed Don Sturm of Sturm’s Berry Farm and Bob Schaefer of Noble Mountain Tree Farm about what they do to […]
Four Board Positions Open for Election
Four district board positions for the Clackamas County Soil and Water Conservation District will be on the General Election ballot this fall. One position is currently vacant and three positions are up for […]
Good and Local! 2012 Farmers Markets
Looking for farmers markets in Clackamas County? We have plenty to offer! Each market is unique. Some focus on locally grown and produced foods, while others feature local arts and crafts. Learn more […]
New Rain Garden Fact Sheet Available
Looking for a quick overview of rain gardens? We have a new fact sheet that highlights many aspects of rain gardens! Rainfall Imagine your entire property covered in water to the height of […]
