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Be on the Lookout for “Pasture Bullies”

Concerned land managers are already seeing toxic Tansy ragwort blooming along roads and in fields. Its bright yellow flowers pop up throughout rural areas as...

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Building a Native Pollinator Hedgerow

Native pollinator hedgerows help people, wildlife, and the environment. Unlike a traditional hedge that may have only one type of plant, a hedgerow contains...

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We’re Gearing Up for Small Farm School 2026!

Small Farm School is an annual, full-day event with hands-on workshops and classroom sessions for beginning and experienced small-scale farmers. Each year,...

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Growing Healthy Kids and Stronger Communities with Clackamas SWCD

Each year, the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) offers Partnership Support Grants to farmers markets in Clackamas County. These grants...

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Get Involved with the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District

Would you like to help protect the natural resources that make Clackamas County a great place to live, work, and play? The Clackamas Soil and Water...

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Council of Councils Supports Clackamas Watershed Councils

Clackamas County is home to ten watershed councils. These councils represent watersheds that are fully or partly located within the Clackamas Soil and Water...

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An Ode to Our Oaks

Oregon white oak (Quercus garryana) is a conservation priority for the state of Oregon, but it is so much more!  Native oak habitats have historic and...

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District’s Manure Spreader is Farmer Approved

Zach Menchini of Campfire Farms in Beavercreek, Oregon, is a fan of the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District’s Equipment Rental Program. ...

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June Native Plant of the Month: Pacific Bleeding Heart

Pacific bleeding heart, Dicentra formosa, also known as Western bleeding heart, is a delicate and pretty native plant that is easy to grow. It can be found...

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Pollinator Month – Celebrate Pollinators this June!

A busy bee collecting pollen from a flowering native plant, Erigeron. Welcome a pollinator! Plant an Unusable Area This June, in honor of National Pollinator...

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Help with Septic System Repairs and Replacements

Did you know that the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District offers a Septic Repair and Replacement Loan Program for eligible homeowners in Clackamas...

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July Native Plant of the Month: Western Yarrow

Western yarrow (Achillea millefolium), also known as common yarrow, is a hardy native plant that is easy to grow.  While yarrow flowers come in many colors,...

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Celebrate Pollinator Week with WeedWise!

Happy Pollinator Week! June 22-28, 2026 has been designated as Pollinator Week!  Join the WeedWise program and other organizations across the country in...

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Join Our Board! – Eat and Greet on June 10, 2026

We are looking for a few good people to become District Associate Board members!  To that end, we are hosting an informational evening complete with dinner. ...

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June’s Weed of the Month: Policeman’s Helmet

A dense infestation of policeman’s helmet Policeman’s helmet (Impatiens glandulifera) is an invasive weed that grows in ditches, wetlands, and along...

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Become a Board Member – Information Session

NOTE:  While the virtual online information session has passed, interested parties can still view the video of the information session here:  How to Run for...

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Wildfire Preparedness – Extended Zone

May is National Wildfire Preparedness Month.  There is much you can do to protect your home and property BEFORE wildfire season.  Share this information with...

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Wildfire Preparedness – Intermediate Zone

Preparing for wildfire season takes time and effort, but knowing you have taken the steps to protect your house can bring peace of mind. The Intermediate Zone...

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June 11, 2026 Beavercreek Farm Tour – Clackamas SWCD

  Clackamas SWCD will be hosting a Farm Tour on June 11, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.  The tour will take place at the Conservation Resource Center located at 22055...

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10 Ways to Celebrate Oregon Invasive Weed Awareness Week!

Join us in celebrating Oregon Invasive Weed Awareness Week! This is the one week of the year to reflect on the invasive weeds impacting Oregon and for us to...

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Wildfire Preparedness – Immediate Zone

May is National Wildfire Awareness Month! We have already had some unseasonably warm days and soon it will be summer.  Many of us are concerned about drought...

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Clackamas SWCD

Board of Directors Positions Open for Election

Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District office located in Beavercreek, OR. The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District is a local unit of...

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May 2026 is Wildfire Awareness Month

Part of the beauty of the Pacific Northwest is the lush forested land that surrounds our homes and communities. This beauty is fragile, however, as we have...

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Clackamas SWCD

Notice of 2026-2027 Budget Hearing

A public budget hearing meeting of the Board of Directors of the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District (CSWCD) will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026...

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