Conservation is for everyone.

We're here to help Washington County residents with sustainable, productive, and healthy ways to care for the land and water.

Why Watersheds Matter
  • COVID-19 Message

    Our staff is temporarily working remotely to support Washington County’s efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19. We are happy to assist with your natural resource needs via phone (503-334-2288) or email. We will be offering our workshops online during this time. Thank you for your understanding.

Our Priorities

We use practical and innovative methods to keep waterways, soils, habitats, forests, farms—and our community—healthy.

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Clean Water

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Healthy Soil

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Food & Farms

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Invasive Species Management

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Resilient Forests

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Thriving Habitat

Our Programs

Conserving and enhancing our natural resources.

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As a non-regulatory organization, we work with residents to provide education, technical, and financial assistance to conserve and enhance natural resources across Washington County.

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News

Shoppers and vendors stay safe at markets with masks and social distancing. Photo credit: Hillsboro Farmers Market.

Tualatin SWCD Grants Help Farmers Markets Stay Open & Safe

January 19, 2021
The slow-moving waters of the Tualatin River provide a great opportunity for paddlers to enjoy the scenery and search for wildlife.

Tualatin River is Designated a National Water Trail

January 19, 2021

Projects

Children work in the raised garden beds at West Union School

West Union Elementary TWIG Grant

Conservation canine and handler looking for invasive species

Conservation Canines

Farm Transition Planning

January 27 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Pesticide Collection Event

January 30 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
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