OUR PRIORITIES OUR PROGRAMS GET INVOLVED STAY INFORMED SUBSCRIBE OUR STORY Search Our Programs We provide services and assistance with rural and urban conservation, forests and habitats, and invasive species. Learn more below. Photo credit: Andy Bauer. Rural Conservation We provide services for people living or working on rural lands, including small farms, rural residential areas, and agriculture operations. We provide advice and resources to help you address soil and water quality concerns. We look forward to working with you to ensure that your lands stay healthy, productive, and economically viable. EXPLORE RURAL CONSERVATION Urban Conservation Nearly two-thirds of Washington County residents live in an urban setting – in single-family homes, apartments, and townhouses. We provide services and resources for everyone to participate in conservation, no matter what your home looks like. We can work with you to improve habitat in backyards and public spaces, grow sustainable gardens, and use water wisely. EXPLORE URBAN CONSERVATION Dig deeper: BACKYARD CONSERVATION APARTMENT CONSERVATION NEIGHBORHOOD STREAM RESTORATION Forest Conservation We work with small woodland owners, farmers, and residential landowners to promote long-term forest health and sustainability. We are available to help you improve the health of your woodlands, reduce wildfire risk, and encourage productive forests that are managed for both wildlife and human livelihood. EXPLORE FOREST CONSERVATION Habitat Conservation Washington County is home to a variety of important habitat types, including streams, wetlands, oak woodlands, and prairies. We provide financial support and planning services to private landowners who are interested in improving the quality of habitat on their property. These restoration projects result in increased habitat for fish and wildlife, cleaner water, and healthier soil. EXPLORE HABITAT CONSERVATION Dig deeper: STREAMSIDE PLANTING PROGRAMS Invasive Species In collaboration with our partners and the dedicated residents of Washington County, we identify and treat invasive species that pose a threat to our landscapes and communities. Our staff identifies new infestations and works quickly to keep them from expanding. We provide advice and tools to help you manage invasive species on your property. EXPLORE INVASIVE SPECIES Resources: TOOL LOAN PROGRAM WEED & PEST DIRECTORY Conservation Education Public awareness and involvement are essential to conserving our natural resources. Our workshops, resources, and funding increase the community’s knowledge of local natural resource issues. Our goal is to empower you to take on conservation projects and actions in your home, your workplace, and your community. EXPLORE CONSERVATION EDUCATION Resources: LIBRARY & VIDEOS Grants & Funding We provide a variety of funding options to support conservation projects and events within Washington County. Through grants, we support the work of other organizations and community groups. Our cost-share programs allow us to support the efforts of individuals to implement conservation projects on their properties. EXPLORE GRANTS & FUNDING Specific grant criteria: TUALATIN WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT GRANT (TWIG) TUALATIN RIVER ENVIRONMENTAL ENHANCEMENT GRANT (TREE) CONSERVATION EDUCATION GRANT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Email me about caring for the soil and water! Email Address Find an Event CALENDAR OF EVENTS UPCOMING WORKSHOPS ABOUT US Our Story Our Watershed Our Staff Our Board Careers Reports & Publications RESOURCES Event Calendar Weed & Pest Directory Contractor Directory Library & Videos Tool Loan Program News CONTACT US Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District 7175 NE Evergreen Pkwy #400 Hillsboro, OR. 97124 Phone: 503-334-2288 Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm Email Us FOLLOW US العربية 简体中文 繁體中文 English Filipino Français Deutsch हिन्दी 한국어 Русский Español Tiếng Việt © 2021 Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District. All Rights Reserved. | Sitemap | Non-Discrimination Policy | Privacy Policy | Website Design by Hoopla Creative