A small, fast-flowing stream winds through a forested area with moss-covered rocks and bare trees, creating a peaceful natural scene.

New community forest project near Estacada

The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District is pleased to announce the upcoming purchase of a 319-acre forest parcel near Estacada.  This long-term...

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New Community Forest Project near Estacada

The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District is pleased to announce the upcoming purchase of a 319-acre forest parcel near Estacada.  This long-term...

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Backyard Confidential – An Essay by Jay Kosa

In honor of national pollinator week (June 18 – 24) we are sharing this article written by Jay Kosa, the Communications Manager for Columbia Land Trust,...

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Consider Oak for Difficult Spots in Your Woodland

If disease and mortality is a constant problem in part or all of your forest land, you may want to reconsider the tree species you have chosen to plant. Not...

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Backyard Habitat Certification Program Phase 2 Expansion

Phase 2 of the Backyard Habitat Certification Program kicked off on a sun-filled morning, Monday, April 23, 2018, in Wilsonville.  This expansion of the...

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Native Pollinators in Local Forestlands

This article was written by Jen Gorski at OSU Extension Forestry/Natural Resources. Aren’t pollinators usually relegated to farms? What kind of insects are...

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District Seeks to Acquire Important Habitat for Fish and Elk

At the February 27, 2018 meeting of the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District’s Board of Directors, a proposal to acquire 318 acres of land on...

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Christmas Trees for Fish Habitat

Make a fish happy in 2018!  Dispose of your Christmas tree for fish habitat! The North Clackamas Urban Watersheds Council and the North Clackamas Parks and...

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Backyard Habitat Program Off to a Successful Start!

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...

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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,...

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Do You Have Oregon White Oak Trees on Your Property?

Oregon white oak (Quercus garryana) is a magnificent tree historically prevalent in the Willamette Valley, including areas in the Molalla and Rock Creek...

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Backyard Habitat Certification Program

The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District announces the expansion of the Backyard Habitat Certification Program in Clackamas County! The Backyard...

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Bugs as Indicators of Water Quality

Got bugs? Did you notice folks in orange vests looking under rocks and kicking the sediment in Doane and North Fork Deep Creeks in early October?  They were...

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The District’s Natural Resource Priorities

The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District has four top priorities when addressing conservation needs in Clackamas County: water, wildlife, weeds, and...

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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...

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Plan and Plant the Best Pollinator Habitat Possible

National Pollinator Week June 20-26 If you have listened to news reports over the last few years, you probably know that pollinators are in trouble. They have...

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Be a Backyard Steward: Attend an Oak Habitat Presentation Near You

NOTE:  Final workshop is January 20, 2016 in Milwaukie!! Do you live in North Clackamas County? Do you have Oregon white oak in your yard or neighborhood? Are...

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Weir Removal…a dam good idea!

Weirs are barriers built in a stream to pool water for irrigation, recreation, and sometimes to generate power.  They are found in many of our local streams,...

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Invite a Pollinator Home!

As you pop that juicy blueberry into your mouth and enjoy the sweet berry goodness, say a silent “thank you” to your local pollinator! We owe a debt of...

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District Provides Support for Local Watershed Councils

As a local government, the Clackamas County Soil and Water Conservation District works to conserve natural resources throughout Clackamas County.  The...

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Photo by Erik Carr with permission from Candy Lane School

Candy Lane Students to the Rescue!

During a blustery morning of wind and rain, enthusiastic students from Candy Lane Elementary braved the elements in order to help support local pollinators....

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Giant Fish is a Big Draw at Local Event

What do a 14-foot-tall fish, a table full of local historical artifacts, and a clothesline of fish-print shirts have in common? They were all found at the Milk...

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Restoration in Milk Creek Continues…Fish are Thrilled

In 2012 the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District implemented a stream restoration project on Milk Creek, a tributary and major stream in the Lower...

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Follow That Fish to Milk Creek!

If you see a 14-foot tall Chinook salmon travelling down the highway, follow it to Camp Adams and the Milk Creek Watershed Celebration!  Claudia the Chinook...

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