What’s better that one National Invasive Species Awareness Week for 2020? How about two? National Invasive Species Awareness Week Part 2 (May 16 – 23, 2020) is upon us! Take some time this […]
Archive | Weeds
Detecting, controlling, and eradicating invasive plants are topics captured in the Weeds category. Invaders affect wildlife and crop production. In some cases they pose health risks to people and animals.
The Undesirable Beauty of Lesser Celandine
Each spring we welcome the return of abundant flowers and cherish them as they lift our spirits. Unfortunately, some of these beautiful plants have proven to be aggressive and, ultimately, highly unwanted. One […]
Weed Tool Library
The Clackamas Soil and Water District WeedWise Program has a Weed Tool Library which includes many excellent brands of shrub and tree removal tools and lake rakes available for use in your weed […]
Clean Your Boots to Protect Our Forests
Clean your boots after you hike. And your sneakers, sandals, and flip-flops too. Give them a quick check before you hike as well and help to prevent the spread of invasive weeds. Summer […]
It’s Oregon Invasive Weed Awareness Week!
May 19 – 25, 2019 has been declared Oregon Invasive Weed Awareness Week! Springtime is an ideal time of the year to reflect on the invasive weeds impacting Oregon. Everyone can begin taking […]
Spring Gardening Tips for Pollinators and Weed Management
Spring is officially here and farmers and home gardeners are itching to get to work outside. In celebration of warmer, sunny days, we offer some suggestions on how to make your yard pollinator […]
The Undesirable Beauty of Lesser Celandine
Each spring we welcome the return of abundant flowers and cherish them as they lift our spirits. Unfortunately, some of these beautiful plants have proven to be aggressive and, ultimately, highly unwanted. One […]
Job Announcement: WeedWise Program Specialist
We are seeking a WeedWise Program Specialist Closing Date: All materials must be submitted to the District no later than 4:30 PM on March 8, 2019. Position: The WeedWise Specialist is a full-time, at-will […]
Reduce the Risk of Wildfire On Your Property
Part of the beauty of the Pacific Northwest is the lush forested land that surrounds our homes and communities. This beauty is fragile, as we have learned from seeing the horrifying footage of […]
