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Well and Septic System Maintenance and Self-Inspection Workshop

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 78th 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.   

10 Things I Wish I’d Known When I First Started Gardening

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAM — MGs in the News

Published in Living In The Couve • April 2024

By Emily Shue, WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardener

What would be on your top 10 list of things you’ve learned as a gardener? Emily Shue shares hers, beginning with understanding a plant’s needs and putting it where those needs can be met to “Go for it! See what works for you and your garden.”

A PDF can be viewed here. Emily’s article starts on page 18.

The Washington State University Extension Clark County Master Gardener Program can be reached at (564) 397-5738, or by email: erika.d.johnson@wsu.edu

Community Gardens Blossom in Clark County

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAM — MGs in the News

Published in: Vancouver Family Magazine • April 2024

By Claire Curtis

From the article:

“…master gardeners are available to answer questions and solve your gardening problems year-round,”…explains Erika Johnson, master gardener coordinator from WSU-Vancouver. “Our answer clinic can be reached via email at mganswerclinic@clark.wa.gov or by phone at 564-397-5711.”

Read the entire article online.

The Washington State University Extension Clark County Master Gardener Program can be reached at (564) 397-5738, or by email: erika.d.johnson@wsu.edu

Cover Crop Demonstration Workshop

Demonstration Workshop Teaches about Building Health Soils with Cover Crops 

Clark County, WA – Join the Small Acreage Program for a demonstration workshop at the 78th St. Heritage Farm where participants will learn about cover crops from Samantha Frundle– Working Lands Program Manager of Clark Conservation District. Terry Koper, Program Coordinator says, “This workshop will be a great chance for folks to watch a cover crop planting demonstration and learn how to utilize cover crops to build organic matter and biodiversity in their soils.” 

This workshop is hosted by Small Acreage Program of WSU Clark County Extension, co-sponsored by Clark Conservation District, and supported by Clark County Public Works Clean Water.  

 

 “Utilizing Cover Crops to Build Healthy Soils Workshop” 

Date: Wednesday, March 27, 2024 

Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM 

Where: 78th St. Heritage Farm, Vancouver, WA 

Cost: Free 

 To register and find more details visit https://covercrop032724.eventbrite.com 

or email terry.koper@wsu.edu  

 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.                                              

Expertise on How Trees Deal with Ice Storms

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAM — MGs in the News

Published in: The Columbian • January 17, 2024

By Scott Hewitt, Columbian Staff Writer

From the The Columbian article:

WSU Clark County Master Garden Program Coordinator Erika Johnson advised, “Folks should generally leave their trees and shrubs alone once covered with a layer of ice. Woody trees are genetically designed to bend in response to weight.”

Read the entire article online.

The Washington State University Extension Clark County Master Gardener Program can be reached at (564) 397-5738, or by email: erika.d.johnson@wsu.edu

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Codling Moth

Quiz for Codling Moth
Name(Required)
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1. Left unmanaged codling moth can damage more than 50% of an apple crop.(Required)
2. Homeowners are not legally responsible for controlling this pest in host trees on their private properties.(Required)
3. The codling moth is a key pest in only apple trees.(Required)
4. The easiest way to identify signs of codling moth is:(Required)
5. The peak activity for adult codling moths is during May, July, and late August.(Required)
6. The primary strategy for homeowners to manage this pest in their backyard fruit trees is to purchase and plant fruit trees that are grown on dwarfing or semi-dwarfing rootstock. reasons for doing this include:(Required)
7. Pesticides must be applied during adult moths activity so that the pesticide covers the fruit surface before the eggs hatch(Required)

Letter from a Deodar Cedar

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAM — MGs in the News

Published in The Reflector • December 18, 2020

By Stuart Campbell, WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardener

The Heritage Tree program honored a Hazel Dell neighborhood tree, a Cedrus deodora. Stuart Campbell’s first-person account of the tree’s probable history makes the case for why this tree is distinct.

A PDF can be viewed here.

The Washington State University Extension Clark County Master Gardener Program can be reached at (564) 397-5738, or by email: erika.d.johnson@wsu.edu

Heritage Trees of Clark County maintains a list of trees of historical or other significance in Clark County. For more information, see the information here.

Well & Septic System Maintenance Workshop

Get Septic Certified and Save Money  

Well & Septic System Maintenance and Septic Self -Inspection Certification 

Thursday December 7, 2023 

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM 

In-person at the 78th St. Heritage Farm 

Advanced registration is required and the cost is $17.85 per household.   To register and find more details visit https://ws120723.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) 397-5729 prior to the event.                                               

 

Grape Pruning

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAM — Workshops & Events

Imagine having sweet and colorful table or wine grapes growing right in your own backyard. And what if you could start your own vines through cuttings taken from other vines? Grapevines are wonderful producers of luscious fruit, but they require consistent annual pruning to be at their best. Join Master Gardeners for a hands-on workshop on young (1- to 3-year-old) grapevine pruning and propagation.

Participants may take cuttings home if desired.

Part One: View a short video from the comfort of your home.

Part Two: Join us in-person at our demonstration vineyard to practice your skills. This entails a 5- to 10-minute walk up a steep hill. Those with mobility issues may drive. Dress for the weather and bring water, garden gloves, and a pair of sharpened loppers or hand bypass pruners if you have them. This part two is fully outside. Masks are optional.

Space is limited and participants will work in small groups.

DATE/TIME: Saturday, February 17, 2024 • 10am to noon

LOCATION: Vancouver (Hazel Dell); exact location provided upon registration.

COST: $10. (A limited number of reduced rate tickets are available for those with financial need; contact the event organizer.)

REGISTRATION: No admission without advance registration at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hands-on-in-person-introductory-grape-pruning-workshop-tickets-764135749597?aff=oddtdtcreator

FOR MORE INFORMATION: (564) 397-5738 or Erika.d.johnson@wsu.edu
Read about all of our upcoming events.

WSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local WSU Extension office. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication or program information or reasonable accommodation need to contact Erika Johnson at the above listed email, phone or mailing address at least two weeks prior to the event.

Blueberry Pruning

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAM — Workshops & Events

Love juicy, sweet just-picked blueberries from your own bushes? Not sure how to keep them performing at their best? Join Master Gardeners for an in-person, hands-on workshop on blueberry pruning.

Join us at our Vancouver area demonstration blueberry field to learn and practice your skills.

This entails a 5- to 10-minute walk up a steep hill. Those with mobility issues may drive. Dress for the weather and bring water, garden gloves, and a pair of sharpened loppers or hand bypass pruners if you have them.

DATE/TIME: Saturday, February 24, 2024 • 10am to noon

LOCATION: Vancouver (Hazel Dell); exact location provided upon registration.

COST: $10. (A limited number of reduced rate tickets are available for those with financial need; contact the event organizer.)

REGISTRATION: No admission without advance registration at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hands-on-in-person-blueberry-pruning-workshop-tickets-764133643297?aff=oddtdtcreator

FOR MORE INFORMATION: (564) 397-5738 or Erika.d.johnson@wsu.edu
Read about all of our upcoming events.

WSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local WSU Extension office. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication or program information or reasonable accommodation need to contact Erika Johnson at the above listed email, phone or mailing address at least two weeks prior to the event.