Tansy ragwort (Senecio jacobaea) is an invasive weed with a long and deadly history in the Pacific Northwest. In Oregon, it is designated as a Class B invasive weed. It is believed to […]
Archive | Rural living
District Supports 2020 Farmers Markets
The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District is proud to support to our local farmers markets with its 2020 Farmers Markets Support Grants. Clackamas County farmers markets are well represented in both rural […]
Western Bluebirds Soar at Conservation Resource Center
Western bluebirds are showing up at the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District Conservation Resource Center! It’s a sure sign of spring and a reassurance that habitat found on the property of the […]
Molalla River Drinking Water Listening Sessions
CANCELLATION NOTICE: PLEASE BE ADVISED Due to concerns regarding novel Corona virus/COVID-19, Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District (Clackamas SWCD) has decided to cancel both public meetings regarding Drinking Water Source Quality in […]
Equipment Rental Program
The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District offers an Equipment Rental Program which makes a variety of agricultural equipment available at reasonable prices to Clackamas County residents. Popular items include our no-till drill, […]
New Dates for Farm and Ranch Succession Workshop
NEW DATES! Please note that the dates for the Succession Planning Workshop have changed. Registration is now open for the 2020 Farm and Ranch Succession Planning Workshop Series! Are you concerned about the […]
December Invasive Weed of the Month: English Holly
English holly (Ilex aquifolium) is a popular evergreen frequently noticed during the month of December when festive decorators “deck the halls with boughs of holly”. For many people, the shiny, dark green leaves […]
District Announces 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 […]
Prepare Now for Mud and Rain Season!
Fall has officially arrived and soon we’ll be firmly immersed in rain and mud season. Landowners with livestock face additional challenges once the Oregon rains arrive in full. Muddy pastures and paddocks can […]
