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Why Wood is Good for Streams

When you imagine a healthy stream – whether it’s one that runs through an urban neighborhood or weaves through a natural area – does that […]

Grow Native Plants with the Cutting and Staking Method

There are many ways to grow native plants. From container plants to bareroot stems to spreading seed, each option has its advantages. Unlike methods that […]

Create a Backyard Buffet for Oregon Winter Birds

Just like humans, birds have feeding preferences. So, providing a variety of food sources is essential to supporting birds in winter. When thinking about winter […]

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Planting Oregon White Oak Trees

Oak habitat is in decline Oregon white oak trees (Quercus garryana) provide a key habitat in Washington County. Oak trees are known as a tolerant […]

When Oregon Ash Goes Missing: What the Arrival of EAB Means for the Tualatin River Watershed

Oregonians don’t exalt ash trees the way they do other native trees. That’s no slight to the good people of Oregon. It’s a statement to […]

Fin-tastic Fish in the Tualatin River Watershed

Did you know that everyone lives in a watershed? If you live, work, and play in Washington County, you are part of the Tualatin River […]