Rainwater Harvesting at Schoolyard Farms
Rainwater harvesting has numerous benefits for urban or rural landowners. Watch the video to learn the what, why, and how of collecting rainwater for irrigation, fire suppression, stormwater control, and as an emergency […]
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 gratitude to these hard […]
Farmscaping for Predators, Parasitic Wasps and Native Bees
Beneficial insects occur naturally in agricultural and surrounding landscapes and provide valuable services to farms. Predatory and parasitic insects are critically important for keeping pest insect populations in check, while native bees are […]
Conservation Planner Position Available
UPDATE June 22, 2015: The application period has closed. Thank you to all who showed interest in this position! Clackamas County Soil and Water Conservation District seeks an experienced Conservation Specialist to work […]
Board Officers Elected for FY 2015-2016
At their May 19, 2015 regular meeting, the Board of Directors elected officers for the upcoming fiscal year (July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016). Chair Ron Oberg declined to run again for […]
Budget Adopted for FY 2015-2016
On May 19, 2015, the Clackamas County SWCD Board of Directors adopted a budget for fiscal year 2015-2016 (July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016). The adopted budget maintains a high level of investment […]
Wildflowers and Native Plants – Not Always the Same
Wildflowers come in all shapes and sizes, from small plants with delicate blossoms, to large plants with sturdy flowers. Some wildflowers have foliage with barely noticeable flowers! Each are beautiful in their own […]
Budget Committee Approves FY 2015-2016 Budget
At the second meeting of the Budget Committee held on April 30, 2015, the Committee approved a revised budget proposal. With 11 of 14 Committee members present, there was no dissent when the presiding […]
FREE Workshop for Early Detection of Invasive Weeds
The Mt Hood National Forest and the Clackamas SWCD’s WeedWise Program are pleased to host an Identification, Early Detection and Reporting of Invasive Plants Workshop for the Mt. Hood National Forest. Anyone working […]