Protecting, conserving, and enhancing natural resources in Hood River County and beyond
We help landowners, managers, and residents improve and sustain natural resources in Hood River County.
The Hood River Soil & Water Conservation District (HRSWCD) is one of 45 conservation districts in Oregon established to promote and enhance our natural resources. To do so, the District helps landowners employ a wide variety of conservation techniques and management practices designed to protect, conserve, and enhance natural resources. Work is done entirely on a voluntary, non-regulatory basis.
Technical Assistance
We help Hood River County residents better manage their land for the conservation of natural resources. The HRSWCD has helped landowners, residents, and others obtain technical and financial assistance to implement a myriad of projects including:
- installing efficient irrigation systems
- fencing livestock out of waterways
- planting native trees and shrubs along streams
- enhancing riparian habitat
- improving fish habitat and restoring fish passage
- identifying and treating invasive weeds
- providing educational training opportunities
- monitoring stream and habitat conditions
Our 2023 numbers that speak
Whether it’s selling native plants, securing grants, conducting useful workshops, or providing free technical support, these numbers from last year help tell the story of how the HRSWCD makes a measurable difference!
Latest News (view all)
Hood River SWCD is Hiring!
We are hiring a Conservation Technician to join the team! Below is a job description, resumes and cover letters are due May 1st. Fell free to contact us with any questions! Position Title: Conservation TechnicianDates of Employment: Start date mid-May...
April 2nd Spanish WPS/ Pesticide Handler Training
Join us Tuesday April 2 at the Pine Grove Grange for a Worker Protection Standards and Pesticide Handler Class in Spanish $65 Registration Click here The WPS Interactive Pesticide Handler Training has been specially designed for employees who mix, load,...
Mobile Chipping Service
Mobile wood chipping is back in 2024! We are excited to announce that local landowners in Hood River County will have access to free mobile wood chipping for debris generated through defensible space work. Chipping will be available this spring...
