The Undesirable Beauty of Lesser Celandine
Each spring we welcome the return of abundant flowers and cherish them as they lift our spirits. Unfortunately, some of these beautiful plants have proven to be aggressive and, ultimately, highly unwanted. One […]
February Farm Checklist: Test Soil and Reserve Equipment!
The days are slowly but surely getting longer and that means it is time to prepare for the upcoming season. February Checklist: Soil test your fields if you didn’t get to it in […]
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 […]
We are Hiring for Multiple WeedWise Technicians!
The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District is seeking qualified candidates for multiple WeedWise Technicians to support program efforts in the Mt Hood National Forest and across Clackamas County to help protect natural […]
Clackamas and Multnomah Local Work Group Meeting
The Natural Resources Conservation Service, in partnership with the East Multnomah and Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation Districts, is holding a Local Work Group Meeting. The purpose of the meeting is to gather […]
Clackamas SWCD Seeks Interested Parties for Hay Harvest at Beavercreek Farm
The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District (District) is seeking an individual or business (Contractor) to harvest hay on District property for a period of two growing seasons in 2025 and 2026. Professional […]
2025 Watershed Council Support Grants Awarded
On Tuesday, January 21, 2025 , 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 […]
Annual Report Published for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District’s annual report and audit for fiscal year 2023-2024 are now available. Fiscal year 2023-2024 covers the period from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024. (Oregon […]
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, […]
