What’s the Weather?
Interested in weather? Learn about weather and get the current weather forecast. About weather The study of weather can aid in understanding the narrow band of conditions needed for life to thrive. Whether […]
Board Member Enjoys and Protects Natural Resources
Joan Zuber, a Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District board member, moved to Elk Prairie in the southwestern Clackamas County foothills to take advantage of the wonderful and bountiful natural resources the area […]
November Weed of the Month: Tool Care and a Weed Primer
By the time November rolls around, the rains of winter have returned to the Northwest. The wet rains and cool weather of November also signals the start of the winter armistice with the […]
ONEStop Farmgate: A New Resource in Clackamas County
Clackamas County OneStop Farmgate is a new, FREE resource for farmers in Clackamas County. This website is designed to make it easier for farmers to find the answers they need to be successful.
Dispose of Pesticides at No Cost
Safely and anonymously dispose of old and unusable pesticides! Clackamas SWCD is partnering with Clackamas River Water Providers to offer a 2016 Pesticide Round-up primarily for farm producers in the Clackamas River watershed, […]
Focus on Staff: Scott Eden, Conservation Specialist
Conservation Specialist Scott Eden has just completed his first year with the District, but he’s been honing his expertise as a conservationist for over 20 years. Eden is an experienced biologist with an […]
Use Sunny Fall Days to Prepare for Winter
As those rainy days of winter loom on the horizon, take advantage of the sunny, warm fall days to prepare for winter! Tackling farm maintenance and good management practices now may help you […]
Want to Grow Food Later in the Season?
Our friends at Clackamas Community College (CCC) are offering a workshop to those who are interested in extending the growing season for cool weather crops. In addition, they offer a workshop in aquaponics […]
Training the Trainer – Soil Health for School and Community Gardens
Clackamas SWCD offers a Soil Health Workshop for teachers and community garden educators on Saturday, October 8, 2016 from 8:30 – 2:00 at Springwater Environmental Sciences School in Oregon City.