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This is the place to get up to date information on the new and exciting happenings in the Hood River Soil and Water Conservation District and the Hood River Watershed Group. 

 


Hood River Trails Survey Is Online!

www.surveymonkey.com/hrtrails 
The Hood River County Forestry Department, manager of the Post Canyon trail system and hundreds of other trails in Hood River County is conducting a survey of trail users this spring/summer. The information gathered will be used to help Hood River County as they develop their trail master plan and will inform volunteers who develop and maintain trails on their lands. Trails on Hood River County lands accommodate hikers, trail-runners, equestrians, mountain bikers (including free-riders), motorcyclists, and ATVers.  This survey was developed through a partnership between Hood River County Forestry and the National Park Service’s Rivers, Trails and Conservation Assistance Program.  It should take about 10-15 minutes to complete. Hood River County Forestry Department appreciates your time on this and values your input. Locals and visitors (from near and far) who have been to the trails are welcome to take the survey at www.surveymonkey.com/hrtrails.   Please help spread the word!


2008 Hazardous Waste Disposal Events

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events

Agricultural Waste Collection Events

Electronic Waste Collection Events

 

Do you have garbage that is not safe to dispose of through curbside garbage pick up?  Such hazardous waste includes containers of agricultural chemicals, old paint cans, outdated cleaners, old computer monitors or batteries.  If so, now is the time to get rid of them – at no cost to you.  The Tri-County Hazardous Waste and Recycling Program are hosting several events this year to help you dispose of these items safely.  For details on when and where events will be held, follow the links at the top of this notice.  The events are open to all residents of Wasco, Sherman and Hood River Counties.  If you have questions about the Tri-County Program, call Pat Bozanich, Program Coordinator, 541-506-2636.  To learn more about our collections go to the Wasco Sherman Health Department web site at www.wshd.org and click on hazardous waste disposal.


 

Hood River Watershed Makes Regional News

 

Click here to read the Oregonian article covering the January 22nd watershed group meeting where OSU hydroclimatologist, Anne Nolin reported on Mt. Hood's receding glaciers and the potential impact this could have on the Hood River Valley.. 


Hood River Watershed Group Recognized

for Indian Creek Cleanup Air Lift Project

 

Columbia Gorge Community College President Dr. Frank Toda attended the January 22nd watershed group meeting and presented the Watershed Airlift Project partners with this beautiful plaque in recognition of everyone's efforts.  Follow this link to view pictures and read a summary of the Airlift Project. 

 

 


Hood River SWCD 2006/07 Annual Report Available!

 

The Hood River SCWD has completed their 2006/07 Annual Report!  Inside you will find stories about the past year's successes, experiences and happenings of the SWCD, the Hood River Watershed Group and their many partners.   Click here to download your own copy today!

 


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