Join us at Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge for a variety of family-friendly activities celebrating wildlife and wild places. Participate in bird and habitat walks, nature photography and art workshops. Enjoy live bird shows, naturalist lectures, music, and food. Build a bird house, bee box, or bat house. Learn how to identify birds, or participate …[Read More]
Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District
Helping preserve, protect and enhance natural resources in Washington County
Calendar of Events
Naturescaping Basics
Naturescaping is the practice of designing (or redesigning) a landscape so that it reduces water use, decreases stormwater runoff and pollution while saving you time, money and energy. This introductory workshop introduces the core concepts of naturescaping, and also explores: pollution prevention through the reduction/elimination of chemical use how native plants help create a thriving …[Read More]
Rain Gardens 101
This workshop explores the critical role rain gardens can play in urban stream restoration, all while adding beautiful landscaping to your yard. You will learn how to site, plan, and build your own rain garden. You will learn how to assess your site to determine the best location and size, calculate impervious surfaces, determine soil …[Read More]
Rain Gardens 101
This workshop explores the critical role rain gardens can play in urban stream restoration, all while adding beautiful landscaping to your yard. You will learn how to assess your site to determine the best location and size, calculate impervious surfaces, determine soil suitability, choose appropriate plants, and how to maintain your new rain garden. You …[Read More]
Naturescaping Basics
Naturescaping is the practice of designing (or redesigning) a landscape so that it reduces water use, decreases stormwater runoff and pollution while saving you time, money and energy. This introductory workshop introduces the core concepts of naturescaping, and also explores: pollution prevention through the reduction/elimination of chemical use how native plants help create a thriving …[Read More]
Rain Gardens 101
This workshop explores the critical role rain gardens can play in urban stream restoration, all while adding beautiful landscaping to your yard. You will learn how to assess your site to determine the best location and size, calculate impervious surfaces, determine soil suitability, choose appropriate plants, and how to maintain your new rain garden. You …[Read More]
Tualatin Basin Weed Watchers Workshops
Join us for a FREE workshop focusing on Early Detection Rapid Response (EDRR). Learn about weeds to look out for in your area. After attending, you will be equipped to: Identify and report new invaders before they become a problem Use Best Management Practices to control existing invaders Please RSVP! To register online, …[Read More]
Oregon Urban & Community Forestry Conference
Keynote Speaker: Professor Doug Tallamey, University of DE and author of “Bringing Nature Home” Theme: Restoration & enhancement of community open spaces considering human uses, management practices & invasive species. Cost: $85 Early Bird, $95 after May 15 Registration link coming soon! For more information, visit the Oregon Community Trees website here. Recommend on Facebook …[Read More]
Board Meetings – June 2012
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Tualatin Water Resource Management Tours
Through a partnership between the Clean Water Services, the Joint Water Commission and the Tualatin River Watershed Council, two free tours in June will focus on how water resources are managed to protect water quality in the basin. Learn how local water resources agencies are working together to plan for longe-range water needs of fish, …[Read More]