Posts by WMSWCD Admin
Remembering Brian Lightcap
Photo of Brian in 2016. It is with heavy hearts that we share that our long-time board member, Brian Lightcap, recently passed away at the age of 80. Brian was a dedicated and engaged board member, for Zone 5 and then Zone 4, from January 1983 until his passing in November 2024– an incredible 41…
Read MoreWe Need You For Our Budget Committee
West Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District is seeking community members to serve on the Budget Committee. As a committee member, your input will help shape local conservation efforts. Are you interested in protecting the natural spaces in your community?Do you like numbers?Would you like a say in how tax dollars are spent?Do you want…
Read MoreFall 2024 E-Newsletter: Talk to a soil scientist and be wildfire-resilient!
As folks come back from vacation, leaves start changing, and chill hangs in the air longer each day, it’s feeling like fall. And with it, our team and partners are working hard to offer new teachings and workshops—there are many exciting events below to add to your calendar. Always, let us know if you have…
Read MoreJoin Us at Our 2024 Annual Meeting!
Join us for our 2024 Annual Meeting! Date & Time: Tuesday, November 19, 2024 Abbreviated Board Meeting & Doors open for seating – 4:30pmHosted dinner served: 5pmAnnual Celebration and Award Ceremony– 6pmCash Bar Available Location: The Old Spaghetti Factory, 715 S Bancroft St, Portland OR 97239. Ample, free parking is available Agenda: Present annual report…
Read MoreFall’s Advantage: The Best Time to Tackle Woody Invasive Weeds and Sow Native Seeds
As the days grow shorter and temperatures cool, fall is a great time for gardeners and land managers to tackle some of their most challenging tasks: controlling woody invasive weeds like blackberry and knotweed. Then, the fun part: sowing native seeds. The season’s unique conditions create a perfect environment for these tasks, ensuring better outcomes…
Read MoreMeet our Newest Staff: Ariana and Eleanor
We’re excited to welcome our newest staff members to the team at West Multnomah SWCD! Ariana Scipioni joins us as an Urban Conservationist, bringing extensive experience in wildlife conservation and habitat restoration. Eleanor Greene, our new communications specialist, will enhance our community outreach with her expertise in media and publications. Ariana Scipioni Urban Conservationist Ariana…
Read MoreRemembering Kim Peterson
It is with heavy hearts that we share that our long-time board member, Kim Peterson, recently passed away at the age of 74. Kim spent her entire life on Sauvie Island, where her family managed a 250-acre dairy farm during her upbringing. Over the years, the farm evolved into a beef operation and now includes…
Read MoreSalmon and Sturgeon Return to Sauvie Island’s Dairy Creek
How far would you travel to get to Dairy Creek? If you are coming from West Multnomah SWCD’s office, you’d travel about 20 miles north and across Sauvie Island to get to where Reeder Road crosses Dairy Creek at Bill’s Crossing. You can’t map swimming routes on Google Maps, but some salmonids (meaning all types…
Read MoreSummer 2024 E-Newsletter: Jobs, Elections, and Action Ahead
As spring makes way for summer, we’re excited to bring you the latest in this newsletter, where you’ll find not just tips and inspiration for environmental stewardship, but also exciting opportunities to get involved— through job openings and upcoming elections. Want this in your inbox? We send e-newsletters like this quarterly. Scroll to the bottom…
Read MoreElections are Coming—Will YOU Serve on Our Board of Directors?
Do you love where you live? Are you interested in protecting natural spaces, plants, and animals in your area? Are you passionate about locally grown food? Do you want to give back to your community? Would you like a say in how tax dollars are spent? If so, West Multnomah SWCD’s Board of Directors could…
Read MoreMeet Our 2024 Interns!
We are excited to welcome our 2024 interns, who join us for a term from April through early October. They work on a variety of projects, from conservation plans and technical work in the office to site visits and invasives removal in our district. Welcome to the team, Gladys and Merek! Gladys Nava-Jacobo (above left)…
Read MoreNotice of Budget Committee Meeting, April 30, 2024
A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the West Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District will take place on 4/30/24, at 6:00PM via Zoom to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. The purpose of this public meeting is to receive comments from the public on the…
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