Conquering the Mountain . . . of Manure (Part 1)

What to Do With the Poo A reality of having livestock is the accumulation of manure from stall cleanouts and picking in heavy use areas. A horse produces 50...

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Spring Tips to Keep Manure Out of Water

We have had an especially wet winter and spring this year.   While some of that rain soaks into our ground water, much of it runs off into local streams....

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Protect Spring Pastures: Grazing Guidelines

The weather is beginning to warm and spring pasture grasses are growing, but wait!  Don’t turn those horses out too early! While your horses may have...

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Agricultural Pesticide Collection Event, May 2022

Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District is happy to announce that there will be a FREE Agricultural Pesticide Collection Event on Saturday, May 14, 2022...

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Council of Councils Deepens Watershed Partnerships

Directors and coordinators representing all nine watershed councils in Clackamas County attended a Council of Councils meeting on March 1, 2022. District...

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Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) Video

The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District has a new video that explains our Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP). The Oregon Conservation...

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Get to Know the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District

Every day we meet people who aren’t familiar with the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District.  But that’s okay!  We are always excited to...

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Got Manure? Put a Cover on It!

  If you have livestock or horses, then you have manure!  You may have a mountain of manure that grows daily.  So, is it a problem or is it a …...

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Is Your Land Going Downstream?

The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District recently completed Molalla Watershed Drinking Water Source Protection Plan.  This plan identified threats...

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Source Water Protection Week: September 26 – October 2

Join us in celebrating the first annual Source Water Protection Week:  September 26 – October 2, 2021.  While this is the first time recognizing this...

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Have Horses? Pasture, Mud, and Manure Videos

Check out our three new videos that address horse pasture, mud, and manure management.  They are quick and informative! Did your dream of weed-free, lush...

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Final Draft Presentation on Molalla River Drinking Water Project Available for Viewing

After two years of work with local residents, land managers, municipalities, community groups, and state and federal agencies, Clackamas SWCD and Cascade...

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Public Input Sought on Molalla River Assessment and Action Plan

Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District will host a live online presentation and listening session regarding the final draft of the Molalla River...

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Subterranean Clover: A Successful Cover Crop for Local Hazelnut Orchardist

Finding the right cover crop that works well with a particular agricultural crop is not always easy. What works for some growers and systems may not work for...

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Video Series for Erosion Control Practices

Our new video series for Erosion Control Practices has information that  you want to know! The lifeblood of any agricultural operation is the soil. It is not...

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Request for Qualifications: Septic System Repair Services

DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MAY 28th The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District (CSWCD) is pleased to publish a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for...

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Seasonal Rains and Your Septic Field

Rain, rain, and more rain.  How is your septic field holding up? Heavy, prolonged rain can have an impact on your septic system’s performance.  Most of...

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District Offers Interest-Free Septic 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...

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Focus on Staff: Drew Donahue, Multi-County Riparian Technician

Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District staff and Board of Directors are happy to welcome Drew Donahue as the District’s new Multi-County Riparian...

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Soil and Water Conservation Districts: A Best Kept Secret!

Every day we meet people who have not yet heard of the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District.  But that’s okay!  We are always excited to meet...

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Prepare Now for Mud and Rain Season!

Fall has officially arrived and soon we’ll be firmly immersed in rain and mud season.  Landowners with livestock face additional challenges once the...

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2020 Wildfire Resources

Wildfire Resources The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District would like to express its sincere gratitude to all of the fire fighters around the...

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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...

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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...

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