Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District seeks an experienced Conservation Specialist. This individual will work mainly with small farms and rural/urban residential properties. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of plant […]
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Proposed Budget and Budget Message Released for FY 2021-2022
Today, the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District’s budget officer released the proposed budget and the budget message for fiscal year 2021-22 (July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022). Because the District receives […]
Clackamas SWCD Open by Appointment Only
Due to Covid-19 restriction, Clackamas SWCD is closed to the public except by appointment. Our staff will continue to assist our landowners via the telephone and email. We continue to monitor this ever-changing […]
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 […]
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, […]
Focus on Staff: Drew Donahue, Multi-County Riparian Technician
Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District staff and Board of Directors are happy to welcome Drew Donahue as the District’s new Multi-County Riparian Technician. Donahue holds a bachelor of science degree in environmental […]
Soil and Water Conservation Districts: A Best Kept Secret!
Every day we meet people who have not yet heard of the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District. But that’s okay! We are always excited to meet new faces and enjoy the exclamations […]
Explore our Woody Weed Guide
Woody Weeds of Clackamas County People who work with or manage invasive weeds on their property will be happy to check out a recent WeedWise publication entitled, Woody Weeds of Clackamas County. This […]
November Invasive Weed of the Month: Spurge Laurel
Spurge laurel (Daphne laureola) is neither a spurge nor a laurel, but rather an invasive plant in the Daphne family. This perennial plant has poisonous berries, spreads aggressively in our native forests, and […]
