Tualatin SWCD

Share your great ideas for parks and nature improvements in Washington County! @oregonmetro is accepting project ideas until May 14th.

Did you miss our Moss Madness webinar? Not to worry! Check out our webinar recording to learn about what makes moss a longstanding part of our history, how to manage moss, and even learn a moss genus or two. youtube.com/watch?v=D-ZHpL… 📸: Annie Bronez

Thank you @FGNewsTimes & @troydshinn for helping to get the word out about watershednavigator.org. We teamed up with @TualatinSWCD to create this resource for people who live and play in the Tualatin River Watershed. 💦 forestgrovenewstimes.com/news/washingto…

Join us at our office next Wednesday to share your resource concerns in Washington County! #NRCS #washingtoncounty #environment

Italian arum is a showstopper in the winter! It’s marbled leaves rise above the leaf litter and give a splash of color on a dreary day. Unfortunately, it is toxic and can spread quickly from seeds and root fragments. Learn more: tualatinswcd.org/species/italia…

“Dam removals are the single most important thing we can do to restore our rivers & streams. The removal of the dam at Balm Grove is a major win for our environment.” 💦🐟🎉 And a major win for fish & for the power of partnership! #TreeForAll jointreeforall.org/blog/2022/10/2…

Have you ever wondered where rain goes? 🌧 When it rains, water flows across sidewalks, streets, and lawns to the nearest waterway. Along the way, it picks up pollution like trash and pet waste. Just remember where rainwater flows, everything goes! More: bit.ly/3FtNHpm

Winter can be difficult for everybody. Cold days and long nights make you want to curl into a chrysalis sometimes.🐛 Want to help pollinators overwinter? 🐝 Leave the leaves. 🦋 Plan your pollinator garden. 🐦 Put out feeders to provide food for birds. 📸 Megan McCarty

In the last episode of The Backyard Naturalists podcast, Xerces staff Matthew Shepherd shares why leaving the leaves over winter is important. Listen: thebackyardnaturalists.libsyn.com/leave-the-leav…

It's ivy pulling season!💪 Ivy grows in thick mats, creating “ivy deserts” where it is the only plant that can grow. Luckily, winter is a great time to get ivy under control! Plants are easy to remove when soil is damp. Learn more: tualatinswcd.org/species/ivy/ #Ivy #InvasiveSpeces

Did you know #trees help control #stormwater runoff AND improve #water quality? #Winter to early spring is the best time to plant native trees 🌲🌳, so get out there, get planting, and save some water this season! portland.gov/bes/stormwater…

Every winter, the Pacific Northwest earns the nickname, the Pacific North-wet.🌧️ From October to April, we get more water than we know what to do with. See how we worked with one resident to collect and store rainwater on his property: tualatinswcd.org/projects/savin…

Just a reminder 👀 Standing dead trees are hugely important for nesting, resting and food for some of our rarest birds. We spotted this marvelous snag on a property outside of North Plains. #WildlifeWednesday

Have you ever wondered where pollinators go in the winter? Check out our blog post to learn about strategies pollinators use to survive the coldest months, plus things you can do to help them out! tualatinswcd.org/where-do-polli…

Seems like a good time to settle a few outstanding arguments before folks gather around the Thanksgiving table or bulk up for Festivus. 1. There are NO grizzly bears in Oregon 2. There ARE moose in Oregon 3. The jury is STILL out on Sasquatch 📸Pat Matthews - Shiras moose cow

Join our team at the OSU Extension Service in Washington County! We're hiring an Administrative Office Manager for our office in Beaverton, Oregon. Find all the details & apply @ beav.es/5fC. Closes Nov. 25. #Oregonjobs

Chances are you’ve seen Scotch broom - its bright yellow flowers stand out along roads and highways. While its flowers bring a splash of color to the landscape, it can quickly outcompete native plants and creates a wildfire hazard. 👉 Learn more: tualatinswcd.org/species/brooms/

Know how to get your lawn prepped for winter? ▸ Mulch mow leaves by making multiple passes ▸ Before the first frost, aerate your lawn ▸ Upkeep yard equipment and irrigation system More on chemical-free lawn care at our website: connectthedrops.info/winterize

When you hear the word “pollinator,” do you think of a bee or butterfly? Many people do! But pollinators include a larger group of animals and insects. The Backyard Habitat Certification Program have a great video that shows why pollinators are important! youtu.be/TcY4czVaqHI