The CASEE demo site, located at 11104 NE 149th St., Brush Prairie, WA 98606

Register here: https://clarkcountycomposts.org/workshops#workshops

 

Get Septic Certified and Save Money

Well & Septic System Maintenance and Septic Self -Inspection Certification

Wednesday May 1, 2024

6:00 PM to 8:30 PM

In-person at the 78^th St. Heritage Farm

 

Advanced registration is required and the cost is $17.85 per household.   To register and find more details visit https://ws050124.eventbrite.com or email terry.koper@wsu.edu or call 564-397-5729.

Clark County, WA –   Do you have a conventional gravity-fed septic system? Did you know Clark County requires you to have your conventional gravity-fed septic system inspected every 3 years? Attending this Well and Septic Workshop will allow you to inspect the system yourself every-other time, instead of hiring a professional to do it for you. This can save you money. Having your septic system inspected by a professional often costs more than $100. You can save money by getting certified to self-inspect your system in our class which costs $17.85, saving homeowners money. Completing the workshop and a short exam will certify participants to self-inspect their own septic system every–other-time.

The workshop is taught by Clark County Public Health and will teach participants how to maintain and inspect their septic systems and safely maintain their well water. “Getting self-inspection certified is also a good long-term investment and participants will learn how to spot problems faster so they can have them fixed rather than looking at a costly system replacement”, says Terry Koper, Small Acreage Program Coordinator.

This workshop is hosted by the Small Acreage Program of Washington State University Clark County Extension with support from Clark County Public Works Clean Water. To find out about other events offered by the Small Acreage Program, visit http://go.wsu.edu/smallacreage.

WSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Persons requiring special accommodations should call WSU Clark County Extension at (564) 397-5733 prior to the event.                                              

Learn how to be an expert recycler. Understand why only certain items can go into your Blue recycle cart and glass bin. When in doubt throw it out. Tips and resources to repair, reuse and donate. This is an in-person workshop.Waste Connections of WA office in Orchards (12115 NE 99th St #1830, Vancouver, WA 98682), the building has an 18 on it.

Register here: https://clarkcountycomposts.org/workshops#workshops

You can grow the delicious, fresh, healthy, vegetables you’ve always wanted to! Join the WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardener program for a fully hands-on, workshop on vegetable gardening. Specific location provided upon registration.
Participants will learn about site selection, soil preparation, crop selection, pest and disease management, irrigation, and more. This is a fully hands-on outdoor event. Dress for the weather. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. This class is geared for those with no or little experience gardening. Cost: $10.

Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/get-growing-introduction-to-vegetable-gardening-tickets-863139823447. Contact: Erika.d.johnson@wsu.edu or 564-397-5738. https://extension.wsu.edu/clark/community-education/workshops-events/

Join the Clark County Food System Council for their May Eat, Drink, & Be Local event: Thyme for a Spring Fling: Planting Herbs

Local Farmers will give us a narrative on their process for growing herbs and the significance it has for them. Additionally, we’ll tantalize our taste buds with delectable recipes straight from their fields!

Eat Drink & Be Local events are gatherings that provide an opportunity for people in Clark County who are interested in local food to get together in an informal setting to relax, enjoy each other’s company and network!

Everyone who is interested in the local food is welcome. No-Host food and drink. $5 suggested donation

Learn how to make three versatile household green cleaners and see how fun and safe cleaning can be. This is an in-person workshop.Waste Connections of WA office in Orchards (12115 NE 99th St #1830, Vancouver, WA 98682), the building has an 18 on it. (Participants are eligible for a green clean kit at no cost).

Register here: https://clarkcountycomposts.org/workshops#workshops

Join Water Center staff outdoors to help keep our Backyard Habitat Certified gardens in tip-top shape. Volunteer activities may include weeding, mulching, trimming and raking pathways. All necessary tools will be provided.

Please sign up as registration is required and space is limited: https://www.cityofvancouver.us/events/water-center-garden-cleanup-6/

All ages welcome. Youth under 18 must bring a signed minor consent form. Youth under 13 must have an adult guardian present.

If this event becomes full since space is limited and you see that registrations are no longer being accepted, please use the contact email below to add your name to the waitlist.

Contact: Water Center staff at vanwrec@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-7111

You're invited!

Join us for a Guided Tour of Columbia Springs.
Have you ever wondered how old the fish are out in our round ponds, or what wildlife can be found around our site? Learn about all that Columbia Springs has to offer during one of our guided tours!

Let us know you’re coming in advance by emailing apryl@columbiasprings.org. We will meet at 5:30pm. Wear good walking shoes and dress for the weather!

Questions? Contact Kristine at events@columbiasprings.org or 360-882-0936 x 230

You're invited! Join us for our first Kids Fishing Fest back on site since 2019!

The event includes:
• Fishing for kids ages 5-14 with one of our expert fishing mentors
• Fishing pole for registered fishers
• Opportunity for registered fishers to catch and take home up to two fish
• Hands-on science and nature activities
• BBQ lunch (veggie options available)

Advance registration for a fishing time slot and ticket purchase is required for all attendees ages 5 and over. Tickets are $8 per person. Kids under 5 are free.

To register, please visit our website and choose a one-hour time slot between 8am and 2pm. This time slot is the time that registered kids can line up to fish. All attendees are welcome to enjoy the rest of the festival for the duration of the event.

Note: the 1pm-2pm time slot is reserved for kids with disabilities.

Spots are limited! Register today!

https://www.columbiasprings.org/events/kids-fishing-fest/

Questions? Email events@columbiasprings.org

Unraveling the Storylines of Nature through Birds: Birds are one of the most vocal animals on Earth. Join us as we slow down and tune into their vocalizations which offer a glimpse into the rich and dramatic storylines of their lives and the animals living in this shared space. In this workshop, learn how keying into the calls, postures and behaviors of songbirds can help you see more wildlife, unravel fascinating stories, deepen your connection to nature and increase your awareness skills.

This workshop will introduce bird sound mapping and sit spots for bird observing. Expect to walk 1.5 miles on both paved and uneven, muddy trails and to be seated outside for 40 minutes. Binoculars available to borrow. Program will be outside and will happen rain or shine.

Suitable for adults and youth ages 12 and older.

Sign up soon. Registration is required and space is limited: https://www.cityofvancouver.us/events/bird-language-workshop/

If this event becomes full since space is limited and you see that registrations are no longer being accepted, please use the contact email below to add your name to the waitlist.

Contact: Water Center staff at vanwrec@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-7111

The Heritage Farm compost demo site is located at 1919 NE 78th Street, WA 98665. 

Register here: https://clarkcountycomposts.org/workshops#workshops

Join us for the Trashion Show event at the Cascade Park Community Library on Saturday, May 18th. Are you passionate about upcycling materials and reducing waste? Showcase your skills by entering our first-ever Trashion Show!

Participants can create a wearable garment or accessory for the runway or submit artwork for a gallery show. All entries must be made from reused or recycled materials. Prizes will be awarded to participants, and all ages are welcome to attend the show. However, entrants must be between the ages of 12 and 19. Registration is required for participants only. 

Event Details:

• Date: Saturday, May 18th
• Time: TBD
• Location: Cascade Park Library

• Registration: Conscious Consumption Series: Trashion Show | Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries (librarymarket.com)

Don't miss this opportunity to show off your creativity and make a positive impact on the environment!

About the film:

Liberty City, Miami, was home to one of the oldest segregated public housing projects in the U.S. Now with rising sea levels, the neighborhood’s higher ground has become something else: real estate gold. Wealthy property owners push inland to higher ground, creating a speculators’ market in the historically Black neighborhood previously ignored by developers and policy-makers alike.

The dramatic changes happening in Miami’s Liberty Square are a looking glass for contemporary issues of wide-scale significance: the affordable housing crisis, the impact of systemic racism and climate gentrification. Miami is experiencing sea level rise before the rest of the country. What is happening in Liberty Square is a prescient story of what is to come, and strategies put to the test here are being closely observed by the rest of the world.

When: Tuesday, May 28th from 4:30pm to 7:00pm

Where: Columbia Room at the Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St, Vancouver, WA 98660

Event Schedule:

4:30pm – Doors Open

4:45pm – Pizza

5:15pm – Film Starts

Pizza will be provided through a generous discount from the Piehole Pizzeria including Gluten Friendly/Vegan options. A water station will also be available. Please help us reduce waste by bringing your own water bottle. 

Learn more about the film and watch a trailer here.

Please register here.

This film series was made possible by our partners at Clark County Green Neighbors. Thank you to our partnering sponsor, PeaceHealth.

This Recycling Beyond the Curb workshop covers a variety of recycling opportunities beyond the basics of curbside recycling. Discover recycling and reuse options available locally for plastic bags, appliances, bulky items and more! Learn how to identify Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and then how to safely dispose of this material in Clark County.

Please note that prior attendance in Recycling 101 is required for this free class. Sign up today.

Consider staying for a Bonus Organics 101 class from 6:30 to 7:00 p.m.

These classes are offered through a partnership with Vancouver Solid Waste, Clark County Green Neighbors and Waste Connections.