East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District
What the heck does EMSWCD stand for? Thats a shortish way of saying: East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District!
Register now for one (or more!) of your favorite EMSWCD workshops. Space is limited and advanced registration is required, so act soon while spaces are still available. We look forward to seeing you there!
Register online at www.emswcd.org
Workshop Information: 503-935-5383
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Naturescaping Basics: Naturescaping is the practice of designing (or redesigning) a landscape that provides wildlife habitat, reduces water use and pollution without sacrificing splendor. You will receive a workbook and take home a free native plant!
Site Planning 1: Details the steps involved in planning a landscape. You will learn how to map your property, assess your garden style and needs, and work on a group design scenario. Prerequisite: Naturescaping Basics.
Native Plant Workshop: Create beautiful landscapes that attract birds, butterflies and other pollinators into your garden by using native plants! This workshop will explore which native plants are most appropriate for your urban landscape.
Rain Gardens 101: You’ll learn how to assess your property for the best rain garden location and size, choose the right plants and how to construct and maintain your rain garden.
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Please Note: All information presented in our workshops, in our educational materials and on our website should be considered general guidance. Each property has unique features that can only be understood in-situ during a site visit and by specifically qualified individuals. East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District, its staff and contractors are not responsible for any property damage or loss, or any other damages resulting from the education and guidance we provide. Please be sure to check with your local jurisdiction to see if permits are required, or restrictions exist, for activities associated with landscape installation (eg. terracing, grading, erosion control, streamside restoration, downspout disconnection, etc.).
Workshop Schedule
Naturescaping Basics – 10/17
East Multnomah SWCD
Site Planning 1 – 10/24
Oak Lodge Sanitary District
Rain Gardens 101 – 10/25
Historic Kenton Firehouse
Rain Gardens 101 – 11/1
Berry Botanic Garden
Naturescaping Basics – 11/7
Tigard Public Works Auditorium
Rain Gardens 101 – 11/8
Leach Botanical Garden
Native Plant Workshop – 11/10
East Multnomah SWCD
Naturescaping Basics – 11/14
Leach Botanical Garden
Naturescaping Basics – 11/15
Historic Kenton Firehouse
Native Plant Workshop – 11/19
East Multnomah SWCD
Rain Gardens 101 – 11/22
East Multnomah SWCD
Site Planning 1 – 12/5
Tigard Public Works Auditorium
Site Planning 1 – 12/6
East Multnomah SWCD
Register online at www.emswcd.org
Workshop Information
503-935-5383
Community Outreach of Our United Villages (OUV) would like your recommendation or referral. They are hosting Community Feedback Sessions on October 28th and 29th. The feedback shared at these sessions will help them determine topics for future conversations that provide benefit to the community as a whole. Their mission is to strengthen the social vitality of communities and they are interested in what that looks like for people. They value your input and greatly appreciate your participation. If you cannot attend one of the sessions, recommend someone else who would love to share their ideas. A written feedback form is also available. They would like to confirm participants by October 21. 
