The recent ice storm caused a lot of damage across the Willamette Valley and tested the strength of every tree species. Afterwards, it left many of us with a mess and asking what […]
Archive | Rural living
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 […]
Seasonal Rains and Your Septic Field
Rain, rain, and more rain. How is your septic field holding up? Heavy, prolonged rain can have an impact on your septic system’s performance. Most of your septic system is sealed and is […]
It’s Time to Order Native Plants
Native plants are a great way to beautify your yard, pollinator garden, or hedgerow! While wintertime may seem gloomy, the promise of a new growing season is just around the corner. Now is […]
Focus on Staff: Tami Guttridge, Office Manager
Tami Guttridge is often the first person people interact with when they contact the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District. She is the District Office Manager and occupies the front desk where she […]
Farm Transition Planning – Why is it So Important?
Managing risk is a must in agriculture. Farmers, ranchers, and forest owners know this well – they take care to plant at the perfect time, they select disease-resistant crop varieties, they vaccinate their […]
District Offers Interest-Free Septic Loan Program
Did you know that the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District offers a Residential Septic System Repair and Replacement Loan Program to homeowners in Clackamas County? And did you know that these loans […]
Farm Transition Planning: Virtual Workshop Series
It’s never too early (or too late!) to begin securing your farm’s future. A farm transition plan is essential to protecting your interests and minimizing attorney fees, taxes, and family stress. This free […]
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 […]
