February Invasive Weed of the Month: Scotch Broom
Scotch broom is a wide-spread invasive weed in our community. You have probably noticed large stands of it along our rural roads and highways, in pastures and in forests. Now is a great […]
After the Ice Storm: Assessing Tree Damage and Moving Forward
The recent ice storm caused a lot of damage across the Willamette Valley and tested the strength of every tree species. Afterwards, it left many of us with a mess and asking what […]
Request for Proposals: Landscape Design Services – Conservation Resource Center
The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District (“CSWCD”) requests proposals for landscape design services at its business office located at 22055 S. Beavercreek Road in Beavercreek, Oregon. The deadline for submission is 2:00 […]
Clackamas and Multnomah County Annual Local Work Group Meeting
PLEASE NOTE: Thank you for your interest in the 2024 Local Work Group Meeting. This meeting, held on February 29th, was recorded for people who were unable to attend. You may watch the […]
2024 Watershed Council Support Grants Awarded
On Tuesday, December 19, 2023 , the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Directors unanimously approved Watershed Council Support Grants totaling $100,000. Nine watershed councils are located wholly or partially within […]
Conservation Specialist (Wildlife Habitat)
Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District (CSWCD) is seeking an experienced conservation professional who is looking for an opportunity to apply their professional technical expertise to address natural resource concerns throughout the Clackamas […]
January Invasive Weed of the Month: English Ivy
English ivy (Hedera helix) may conjure up images of cozy, country cottages, but don’t be deceived. This invasive weed can destroy buildings, poison pets, and topple trees. Ivy grows quickly, requires little maintenance, […]
2024 Native Plant Sales
The 2024 Native Plant Sales are in full swing. While the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District doesn’t host a native plant sale, many of our local districts do. And if you don’t […]
Annual Report Published for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District’s annual report for fiscal year 2022-2023 is now available. Fiscal year 2022-2023 covers the period from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023. (Oregon Revised Statute […]