Clark County

Well and Septic System Maintenance Workshop
2026-06-23 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | 78th St Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St, Vancouver, 98665, United States
Get Septic Certified and Save Money
Well & Septic System Maintenance and Septic Self -Inspection Certification
Tuesday June 23rd, 2026
6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
In-person at the 78th St. Heritage Farm, in Vancouver WA
Online registration is required and the cost is $18 per household. To register and find more details visit: https://WS062326.eventbrite.com or questions 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 $18.00, 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 this and other events offered by the Small Acreage Program, visit http://go.wsu.edu/smallacreage.
Scholarships are available if registration costs are a barrier to attend. 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

19th Annual Small Acreage Expo
2026-05-02 08:30 - 17:00 | 78th St Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St, Vancouver, 98665, United States
What: 19th Annual Small Acreage Expo
When: Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (Doors open at 8:30 a.m.)
Where: 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th Street, Vancouver, WA 98665
Who: Hosted by WSU Clark County Extension – Small Acreage Program
Details: WSU Clark County Extension invites landowners and community members to the 19th Annual Small Acreage Expo, a one-day educational event featuring hands-on workshops, demonstrations, exhibitor resources, and a farm tour. Topics include soil health, livestock and grazing, septic system maintenance, forest stewardship, land-use planning tools, responsible pesticide/herbicide use and weeds management. Register at https://SA2026Expo.eventbrite.com. Early-bird registration is available through April 18. A light lunch is included. Scholarships are available to all who the registration cost is a barrier to attend. Contact terry.koper@wsu.edu for questions.

Well and Septic System Maintenance Workshop (In-Person/Virtual)
2026-03-31 18:00 - 20:30 | 78th St Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St, Vancouver, 98665, United States
Get Septic Certified and Save Money
Well & Septic System Maintenance and Septic Self-Inspection Certification
Tuesday March 31st, 2026
6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
In-Person or virtual options
Advanced registration is required and the cost is $18 per household (up to two). To register and find more details visit https://WS033126.eventbrite.com or email terry.koper@wsu.edu or call 564-397-5729. If you are unable to attend in-person, you may join online, by registering at https://WS033126_Online.eventbrite.com.
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 each time. 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 $18.00, 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 this and other events offered by the Small Acreage Program, visit http://go.wsu.edu/smallacreage.
Scholarships are available if registration costs are a barrier to attend. 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.

Current Use Taxation
2026-02-18 08:00 - 17:00
Do You Qualify For Reduced Property Taxes?
Current Use Taxation
Current Use Vs. “Highest & Best Use”
Current Use taxation designations provide landowners a tax break when their land use meets the criteria for farm/agricultural, timber land, open space, and forest land. Current use lands are taxed according to the value of the current use instead of the market value for development, such as residential, commercial, or industrial use. The development value is often called a land’s “highest and best use” which means its highest economic value if sold. However, these programs only defer taxes while the land remains in the designated current use. For this reason, landowners should plan to maintain these designations for the long-term. As outlined later, penalties make short-term classification costly.
Current use taxation promotes residents’ quality of life by preserving working landscapes that provide aesthetic, economic, and social benefits in the form of farms, forests, and open space. Encouraging these land uses also protects the quality of our water by maintaining vegetation and landscapes that filter and absorb storm water.
Types of Current Use Taxation
Farm and Agricultural Land
Requirements. For the three options below, applications require the signature of all owners of the land, a legal description, a site plan, and copies of IRS Farm Income Schedules for three of the previous five years. In some cases, a Farm Management Plan may be required.
Option One Criteria. Parcels or adjoining parcels must be twenty acres or more: 1) devoted mostly to livestock production or commercial agricultural commodity production; OR 2) registered in a federal conservation reserve program.
Option Two Criteria. Parcels or adjoining parcels must be less than twenty acres, but at least five acres in size generating at least
$200 per acre annually in commercial agricultural products during three of the preceding five years.
Option Three Criteria. Parcels must be less than five acres generating at least $1,500 per acre annually in commercial agricultural products during three of the preceding five years.
Qualifying lands can include up to 20% of the land in compatible incidental uses (such as a woodlot) along with buildings necessary to produce, prepare, or sell the agricultural products (e.g., barns, sheds) although potted nursery stock and greenhouse production may not count in Clark County.
Timber Land and Designated Forest Land
Requirements. Applications require the signature of all owners of the land and a Timber Management Plan.
Timber Land:

A minimum of 5 acres exclusive of the
Actively managed for growing timber for commercial
Must submit a timber management plan prepared by a professional
Must submit two copies of the complete application

Designated Forest Land:

A minimum of 5 contiguous acres in the same ownership, exclusive of
Actively managed for growing timber for commercial
Must meet minimum stocking level
Must submit a timber management plan prepared by a professional

Open Space
Requirements. Applications require the signature of all owners of the land and relevant documentation supporting the classification.

Mineral deposits on parcels exceeding 20 acres – or
Archaeological or historic sites listed on local, state, or national registry – or
Certain streams or springs on parcels exceeding 10 acres – or
Certain soil types on parcels exceeding 10 acres – or
Certain recreational opportunities on parcels exceeding 10
Must submit two copies of the complete application

Application Costs and Determining Land Value

Classification
Current Use Value
Cost to Apply *

Farm and Agricultural Land
Based on earning capacity on similar land determined by soil class and commodity.
$150 application

Timber Land
Based on land grades (composite of soil class and utility) used to determine per acre values supplied by DNR.

$2,032 application

Designated Forest Land
Based on land grades (composite of soil class and utility) used to determine per acre values supplied by DNR.
recording fee

Open Space
Based on soil classification.
$2,032 application

* As of Janurary 2015, subject to change. Fees are non-refundable.

Timeline & Review Process
It takes over a year to process current use applications. Applications before December 31st of a given year will be processed during the following year and will apply to the taxes in the third year (application in 2004, processed in 2005, reduction in 2006 taxes if accepted).
Withdrawal from Current Use Taxation
Removing a property’s current use taxation designation prior to ten years automatically triggers a 20% penalty (mandated by state law) in addition to back taxes. When a property is withdrawn, the landowner must pay the deferred taxes for the previous seven years. The taxes are the difference between what was paid at the current use tax rate and what would have been paid had the property been taxed at the normal highest and best use tax rate. In other words, that is the amount of tax that was deferred while in the current use tax designation. In addition, the landowner will owe interest on the deferred tax amount consistent with the interest rate on delinquent taxes.

Classification
Review Process for Accepted Applications

Farm and Agricultural Land
Application review. Physical inspection. Assessor records tax lien with Auditor.

Timber Land
Application review. Physical inspection. County Planning Commission Public Hearing. County Commissioner Public Hearing. Applicants sign Community Development agreements. Assessor records tax lien with Auditor.

Designated Forest Land
Application review. Physical inspection. Assessor records tax lien with Auditor.

Open Space
Application review. Physical inspection. County Planning Commission Public Hearing. County Commissioner Public Hearing. Applicants sign Community Development agreements. Assessor records tax lien with Auditor.

Selling Land in Current Use Taxation Status. The seller must pay the deferred taxes and any penalties and interest on the land being sold unless the buyer signs a Notice of Continuance on the Real Estate Excise Tax Affidavit and the Intent to Continue Current Use Classification form that demonstrate the buyer’s intent to maintain the property in the current use designation.
Plan for this to take some extra time to be processed. In this case, the buyer assumes the responsibilities required for the current use classification.
Current Use Example
In the following example, the owner of an 11 acre parcel wishes to place her land in the farm and agriculture current use designation. In this case, the homesite is considered one acre and is taxed at market value. The remaining 10 acres will be taxed at its current earning capacity. All parcels are unique and depend on specific conditions of each property. This example is for illustrative purposes only.

Market Value Taxation
Current Use – Agricultural Land

Land Value
$129,500 for 11 acres
$3,790 for 10 acres; One acre (homesite) @ $21,910; Total =
$25,710

Structure Value
$48,500
$48,500

Total Value
$178,000
$74,210

Taxes
$2,670 per year
$1,120 per year

Deferred Tax

$1,550 per year

In this example, the landowner defers $1,550 each year while in the current use classification. When that land is withdrawn, the landowner will owe the last seven years of deferred taxes, plus seven years of interest on the deferred tax amount and any applicable penalties.
Who to Contact and Additional Resources
For further details and applications contact the Clark County Department of Assessment, 360-397-2092, ext. 5847 or current.use@clark.wa.gov. General office telephone 360-397-2391. Information and applications also available at: http://www.clark.wa.gov/assessor/ taxrelief/currentuse.html
WA Department of Revenue

Open Space Taxation Act (fact sheet): http://dor.wa.gov/docs/pubs/prop_tax/openspace.pdf
Designated Forest Land (fact sheet): http://dor.wa.gov/Docs/Pubs/Prop_Tax/DesignatedForestLand.pdf

References
Clark County, Clark County Chapter 3.08 Open Space Taxation, December 1996, 2 pages.
Clark County, Current Use Assessment, RCW Chapter 84.34, Farm and Agriculture, Timber Land and Open Space, Department of Assessment and GIS factsheet, February 13, 2003, 2 pages.
Clark County, Designated Forest Land General Information, Department of Assessment and GIS factsheet, March 3, 2003, 5 pages.
Clark County, Farm and Agricultural Land General Information, Department of Assessment and GIS factsheet, March 3, 2003, 5 pages.
Clark County, Open Space and Designated Forest Land General Information, Department of Assessment and GIS factsheet, March 3, 2003, 2 pages.
Clark County, Open Space Land General Information, Department of Assessment and GIS factsheet, March 3, 2003, 5 pages. Clark County, Timber Land General Information, Department of Assessment and GIS factsheet, March 3, 2003, 5 pages.
Washington State, Open Space Taxation Act, Current Use Assessment Information, Department of Revenue, Property Tax Division factsheet, January 1993, 11 pages.
Updated in 2014 by Eric Lambert.
Written by Doug Stienbarger with research assistance from Penny Ramey (February 2004).
The information in this publication is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for legal advice or obtaining guidance and advice directly from relevant Clark County departments. For specific and current information, contact Clark County.
The Small Acreage Program is sponsored in partnership by WSU Extension Clark County and the Clark County Clean Water Program.
Extension programs are available to all without discrimination.

Agricultural Entrepreneurship Class-Series Online (begins 1/20/26)
2026-01-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Online via Zoom
WSU Extension will be offering our Cultivating Success course this winter, and we’d like to share this opportunity offered statewide, online and with Spanish interpretation. (Español abajo)

Agriculture Entrepreneurship and Business Planning Course
This course will walk you through the steps to create a farm business plan through weekly online classes with guest speaker farmers and resource providers and connections in regional groups.
Tuesdays, January 20- March 10, 2026, 6-8pm with in-person intensives on Feb 28 and March 7
Location: Virtual, statewide with Spanish interpretation
Cost: $200 Scholarships available to anyone for whom the class fee is a barrier
https://www.cultivatingsuccesswa.org/courseregistration

WSU Extensión ofrecerá nuestro curso de Cultivando Éxito este invierno y nos gustaría invitarles a usted y a su comunidad. Ofrecido a nivel estatal, en línea y con interpretación en español .

Curso de Emprendimiento y Planificación del Negocio Agricola
Este curso le guiara en los pasos necesarios para crear un plan de negocio agrícola por medio de clases semanales en línea con expertos y agricultores invitados, y conexiones en grupos regionales.
Martes el 20 de enero – al 10 de marzo 6-8pm con intensivos regionales en persona el 28 de feb y el 7 de marzo.
Formato: Virtual por Zoom en todo el estado con interpretación en español
Costo: $200 Becas disponibles para cualquier persona para quien la tarifa de la clase sea una barrera
https://www.cultivatingsuccesswa.org/courseregistration
Extension programs and policies are consistent with federal and state laws and regulations on nondiscrimination regarding race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, and sexual orientation. Evidence of non-compliance may be reported through your local Extension Office. For reasonable accommodation or language access to participate in the event, please contact Kate Smith, WSU Food Systems Program, at kate.smith@wsu.edu or 360-399-6052 no later than two weeks before the event.

Well and Septic System Maintenance Workshop (in-person)
2025-12-17 18:00 - 20:30 | 78th St Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St, Vancouver, 98665, United States
Get Septic Certified and Save Money
Well & Septic System Maintenance and Septic Self – Inspection Certification
Wednesday December 17th, 2025
6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
In-person at the 78th St. Heritage Farm, in Vancouver WA
Registration is required and the cost is $18 per household. To register and find more details visit https://ws121725.bpt.me/ 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 $18.00, 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 this and other events offered by the Small Acreage Program, visit http://go.wsu.edu/smallacreage.
Scholarships are available if registration costs are a barrier to attend. 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.

Well and Septic System Workshop (Online)
2025-11-18 18:00 - 20:30 | Online via Zoom
Get Septic Certified and Save Money
Well & Septic System Maintenance and Septic Self -Inspection Certification
Tuesday November 18th, 2025
6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Online
Online registration is required and the cost is $18 per household. To register and find more details visit https://ws111825.bpt.me/ 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 $18.00, 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 this and other events offered by the Small Acreage Program, visit http://go.wsu.edu/smallacreage.
Scholarships are available if registration costs are a barrier to attend. 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.

Weeds Management Workshop
2025-11-04 19:15 - 20:30 | 78th St Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St, Vancouver, 98665, United States
Workshop Teaches about Weeds to Look Out for and Management Approaches
Clark County, WA – Join the Small Acreage Program for an online Zoom workshop that will highlight weeds of the Pacific Northwest and recommended management approaches to reduce weeds on your land, pastures, and gardens. Washington Noxious Weed Control Board’s Education Specialist, Ann Schuster, will present. Terry Koper, Program Coordinator says, “This workshop will be a great chance for folks to learn how to identify and reduce weeds on their land, especially pasture weeds that impact livestock.”
This workshop is hosted by Small Acreage Program of WSU Clark County Extension, co-sponsored by Clark County Public Works Clean Water.
“Weed Management Workshop”
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
7:15 PM to 8:30 PM
Cost: $10/household (scholarships available)
Online via Zoom
To register and find more details visit: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6743932
For questions contact terry.koper@wsu.edu or call 564-397-5729
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.

Living on the Land - class series (begins Oct 7th)
2025-10-07 18:00 - 20:30 | 78th St Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St, Vancouver, 98665, United States
Living on the Land – Class Series Teaches Land Stewardship
Clark County, WA – Over the past 22 years, over 500 Clark County residents have graduated from the Living on the Land class series. The program brings in local experts to teach key stewardship principles to small acreage land caretakers. These experts give advice on pasture and livestock management, managing weeds, caring for your forest, improving wildlife habitat, soil health, stormwater management, well & septic maintenance, and more.
The first step to good land management is understanding the whole system. This class series begins with taking inventories and creating maps that help with goal planning. The class then dives into soil health and fertility. The class covers pasture health and rotational grazing, and many other topics. The watershed class teaches about dealing with stormwater and protecting nearby water bodies. Terry Koper, Small Acreage Program Coordinator, states, “The variety of information these classes cover can help small acreage land caretakers dealing with a variety of land management issues. Not only do we teach stewardship practices, but also how to effectively manage your problem areas such as muddy pastures and weeds.”
The program is hosted by WSU Clark County Extension – Small Acreage Program and supported by Clark County Public Works Clean Water. This class series is on Tuesday evenings from October 7 through December 16, 2025, with optional field trips on Monday September 22nd noon to 1pm to showcase a forested residence and Thursday, September 25th to highlight pasture and riverbank management. Classes will be in-person. Advance registration is required. The cost for the entire series is $45 per person or $60 per household. To register and find more information on Living on the Land visit the WSU Extension’s website at http://go.wsu.edu/smallacreage or contact Terry at Terry.Koper@wsu.edu and 564-397-5729.
Living On the Land: Stewardship for Small Acreages (10-week class series)
Tuesdays evenings, October 7 through December 16, 2024 – 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Please first fill-out this pre-survey
Registration: https://lol2025.bpt.me/
WSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. People requiring special accommodations should call WSU Clark County Extension at (564) 397-5733 prior to the event. ###

Pasture Management and Riverside Restoration Tour
2025-09-25 17:30 - 19:00 | A cattle ranch near Battle Ground, WA
Pasture Management and Riverside Restoration Tour
Clark County, WA – Tour a cattle ranch near Battle Ground, WA. Learn about pasture and soil health, rotational grazing, riverside restoration, and mud management.
Bring your family & friends and questions you have about your land. Please dress appropriately for the weather, bring a water bottle, and wear footwear for uneven ground.
Tour: Pasture Management and Riverside Restoration Tour
Location: Cattle Ranch in Battle Ground, WA
Date: Thursday, September 25th, 2025
Time: 5:30pm-7:00pm
Cost: FREE (registration required)
Register at: https://fallpasture2025.bpt.me/
Questions, contact: Terry.Koper@wsu.edu or 564-397-5729
This workshop is co-hosted by the WSU Clark County Extension – Small Acreage Program, NRCS, and Clark Conservation District. Sponsored by Clark County Public Works Clean Water Program and WSU Clark County Extension.
WSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. People requiring special accommodation should call WSU Clark County Extension at (564) 397-5733 prior to the event.

Forested Small Acreage Stewardship Tour
2025-09-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Rural residence near Ridgefield, WA
Forested Small Acreage Stewardship Tour
Clark County, WA – Tour the land around a 6.5-acre rural residence along McCormick Creek near Ridgefield, WA and get stewardship ideas for your land by seeing management practices in action. The residents were recognized by WSU Clark County Extension for their stewardship through the Doing Our Part for Clean Water.
Participants will have the opportunity to see and discuss forest and trail management, water features, wildlife habitat, maintaining a sand mound septic system, streamside protection and more. This will be a great tour for those that have woodlands or a body of water near their land, and those that are interested in wildlife habitat and creating water features as well as a barrel sauna. Come to learn about how these rural residents achieved recognition as model stewards and how best management practices have been implemented to improve their land and protect natural resources, while saving time and money.
Bring your family & friends and questions you have about your land. Please dress appropriately for the weather, bring a water bottle, and wear footwear for uneven ground. Light snacks, juice, and water will be provided.
Event: Forested Small Acreage Stewardship Tour
Date: Monday, September 22, 2025
Time: Noon – 1:00 p.m.
Location: In-person and outdoors at a residence in Ridgefield, WA
Cost: FREE, register in advance, capacity is limited
Registration required at: https://092225tour.bpt.me/
Questions, contact: Terry.Koper@wsu.edu or 564-397-5729
This workshop is hosted by the WSU Clark County Extension – Small Acreage Program and sponsored by Clark County Public Works Clean Water Program and WSU Clark County Extension.
WSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. People requiring special accommodation should call WSU Clark County Extension at (564) 397-5733 prior to the event.

25th Annual Harvest Celebration
2025-09-20 10:00 - 15:00
Tour Local Farms at the 25th Annual Harvest Celebration
Saturday, September 20th, 2025
10:00am – 3:00pm
FREE in-person Event
More info: https://extension.wsu.edu/clark/2025-harvest-celebration/
Clark County, WA –– 25th Annual Harvest Celebration – Tour of Clark County Farms. Several farms will be open to the public on Saturday, September 20th to show the bounty of local agriculture and give Clark County residents an opportunity to tour and meet their area farmers. With nearly two thousand farms throughout Clark County providing fresh produce and meats, this is a great opportunity to introduce the family to the farmers who make our local agriculture strong.
Some of the farms that are part of this celebration are Get To Gather Farm, Good Year Farms, Flat Tack Farm, Bi-Zi Farms, Serendipity Alpaca Ranch, and Gather and Feast Farm. C&R Treasure Farm, a meat producing farm, will be a new addition to Harvest Celebration, this year. Come meet and feed some cows, pigs, turkeys, and chickens and learn about how this farm sustainably raises livestock.
Farms will offer a variety of fun-filled events such as animal viewing, self-guided tours, U-pick vegetables and flowers, tour some of the farms by wagon, craft-making, veggie tasting, and photo ops with alpacas. Participants will be able to meet their local farmers; purchase fresh produce, U-pick, and other farm products; see pigs, alpacas, chickens, Scottish Highland Cows, chickens and other livestock; and pick your pumpkins for the season.
This year’s Harvest Celebration will also feature four local farms that have been recognized by WSU Clark County Extension for showing a commitment to stewardship. Get to Gather Farm, Serendipity Alpaca Ranch, Gather and Feast Farm, and C&R Treasure Farms have been awarded a Doing Our Part for Clean Water sign, for implementing practices that protect clean water and natural resources.
Terry Koper, Small Acreage Program Coordinator, says, “These farms demonstrate stewardship in Clark County and they’re an excellent place to learn about sustainable farming and land stewardship practices. This celebration offers residents a great opportunity to meet local farmers and show support for Clark County agriculture.”
This is a free, family-friendly, and self-guided event. The map and farm descriptions and more information is available online at https://extension.wsu.edu/clark/2025-harvest-celebration/. Participating farms will be open to visitors from 10 am to 3 pm. No pets, please.

Dry Farming - Small Farm Tour
2025-08-27 18:00 - 19:30 | Blueberry Learning Farm – NE Portland, OR
What: Dry Farming – Small Farm Tour
When: Wednesday, August 27th, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Where: Blueberry Learning Farm in NE Portland, OR
Cost: Sliding scale $20-$45, scholarships are available to those to whom the cost to attend is a barrier
Registration: https://handmadegardenspdx.com/year-round-harvest-course/class-8a-dry-farming/

This event is co-hosted by Handmade Gardens – Regenerative Homestead Education and the Small Acreage Program of Clark County Extension.
For questions or to be added to a notification list for this event, contact terry.koper@wsu.edu
WSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities and special needs who contact 564-397-5729.

Well and Septic System Maintenance Workshop
2025-08-26 18:00 - 20:30 | 78th St Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St, Vancouver, 98665, United States
Get Septic Certified and Save Money
Well & Septic System Maintenance and Septic Self -Inspection Certification
Tuesday August 26th, 2025
6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
In-person at the 78th St. Heritage Farm, in Vancouver WA
Online registration is required and the cost is $18 per household. To register and find more details visit http://WS082625.bpt.me 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 $18.00, 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 this and 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.

Explore Your Farm Dreams
2025-08-18 18:00 - 21:00 | ONLINE
WSU Cultivating Success course registration is open now! Join us for one course or both, Explore Your Farm Dreams and Whole Farm Planning!
¡La inscripción está abierto para los cursos de WSU Cultivando éxito, Explore los pasos hacia una granja y Planificación de toda la granja!
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Scholarships are available for anyone for whom the course fee is a barrier.
Hay becas disponibles para cualquier persona para quien la tarifa del curso sea una barrera.
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Livestock Manure Composting Workshop
2025-07-17 18:00 - 20:30 | Residence in Battle Ground, WA, Battle Ground, WA, 98604, United States
Learn How to Compost Livestock Manure
Clark County, WA – Do you have livestock and more manure than you know what to do with? Learn new tips and techniques for composting that can: reduce pile size, create a valuable soil amendment, reduce pests, and keep our water clean. This workshop will cover manure composting practices. Participants will learn from horse keepers Merrilee and Bruce Howell, as well as Terry Koper, the Small Acreage Program Coordinator of WSU Clark County Extension.
Workshop: Livestock Manure Composting and Land Stewardship Tour
Date: Thursday, July 17, 2025
Time: 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: In-person and outdoors at a residence in Battle Ground, WA
Cost: FREE, register in advance, capacity is limited
Register at: https://manure071725.bpt.me
Questions, contact: Terry.Koper@wsu.edu or 564-397-5729
This workshop is hosted by the WSU Clark County Extension – Small Acreage Program and the Composter Recycler Program of Clark County which is made possible by sponsorship from Clark County Public Works Clean Water Program and WSU Clark County Extension.
WSU Extension programs are available to all without discrimination. Persons requiring special accommodations should call WSU Clark County Extension at (564) 397-5733 prior to the event.
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.

Well and Septic System Maintenance Workshop
2025-06-25 18:00 - 20:30 | 78th St Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St, Vancouver, 98665, United States
Get Septic Certified and Save Money
Well & Septic System Maintenance and Septic Self -Inspection Certification
Wednesday June 25th, 2025
6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
In-person at the 78th St. Heritage Farm, in Vancouver WA
Online registration is required and the cost is $18 per household. To register and find more details visit http://WS062525.bpt.me 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 $18.00, 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 this and 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.

Small Acreage Expo
2025-05-17 08:30 - 17:00 | 78th St Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St, Vancouver, 98665, United States
WSU Extension Hosts – Small Acreage Expo
Saturday, May 17th, 2025 – 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
78th St. Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th Street, Vancouver, WA 98665
Clark County, WA – WSU Clark County Extension – Small Acreage Program invites the community to the Small Acreage Expo on Saturday, May 17th at the 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 E 78th St. Vancouver, WA 98665.
This year’s Small Acreage Expo offers a variety of topics including workshops on wildfire preparedness, rainwater harvesting, mud and manure management, PNW traditional first foods, grazing field demonstration, septic system maintenance and financial, protecting soil and water, no-till drill seeding demonstration, meadowscaping, and more. Throughout the day, participants can peruse educational booths to learn more about local organizations and agencies serving the small acreage community.
According to Terry Koper, Small Acreage Program Coordinator, “Each year our small acreage community comes together at the Expo to meet one another and learn valuable tips about land and water stewardship. It’s a great opportunity to discover local resources and learn new practices to improve your land, which can save people money and help protect the land and water we depend upon.”
Early bird registration by May 3rd is $20 and includes lunch, or $12 without lunch. Then through noon May 16th registration is $25 (lunch included)/$15 (no lunch). Walk-ins are $25 (lunch not included). Scholarships are available. For more information and to register at visit: https://SA2025Expo.bpt.me
Please contact terry.koper@wsu.edu if you have questions or for more information about the WSU Clark County Extension’s Small Acreage Program.
Hosted by Small Acreage Program of WSU Clark County Extension with support from Clark County Public Works Clean Water and the participation of many community partners.
WSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Persons requiring special accommodation should call WSU Extension Clark County at (564) 397-5729 prior to the event.
IMPORTANT– Please note that there will be road closures due to the Hazel Dell Parade on Saturday, May 17th during the Small Acreage Expo. After 8:30am, please, enter from the East (approach from the East towards the West direction) on NE 78th St. Road closures will include: Highway 99, NE 78th St. (West of the Heritage Farm), and I-5 exits 3, 4, and 5 will begin closing as early as 7:45am (I-5 ramps will be closing at 8:30am) and should re-open after 2pm.

Hands-On Biochar Demonstration Burn
2025-05-03 09:00 - 15:00 | Residence in Ridgefield, WA
What: Biochar Demonstration
When: Saturday, May 3rd, 2025 9am-3pm (feel free to attend the full day or a portion)
Where: Ridgefield, WA
Registration and more details: https://biochar2025.bpt.me

Well and Septic System Workshop
2025-04-01 18:00 - 20:30 | 78th St Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St, Vancouver, 98665, United States
Get Septic Certified and Save Money
Well & Septic System Maintenance and Septic Self-Inspection Certification
Tuesday April 1st, 2025
6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
In-person at the 78th St. Heritage Farm, in Vancouver WA
Online registration is required and the cost is $18 per household. To register and find more details visit: https://ws040125.bpt.me 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 $18, 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 this and 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.

Agricultural Entrepreneurship Course
2025-01-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Online via Zoom
WSU Cultivating Success winter course registration is open now! Join us for Agriculture Entrepreneurship and Business Planning Course 2025
¡La inscripción está abierto para el curso de WSU Emprendimiento y Planificación del Negocio Agrícola

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Scholarships are available for anyone for whom the course fee is a barrier.
Hay becas disponibles para cualquier persona para quien la tarifa del curso sea una barrera.

Waterwise Workshop
2024-12-17 18:30 - 20:00 | 78th St Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St, Vancouver, 98665, United States
Join the Small Acreage Program of WSU Clark County Extension for a workshop at the 78th St. Heritage Farm , presented by farmer, Michelle Week, of Good Rain Farm. Join us for a practical, hands-on workshop on waterwise practices and water quality management for rural living. Learn how to use water efficiently, improve water retention, enhance soil health through sustainable farming, gardening, and livestock management techniques. We’ll explore dry farming methods, climate-adapted crops, erosion control, and cover cropping to optimize water use while building resilient ecosystems. Discover effective strategies for managing biohazards from waste, preventing contamination, and safeguarding your water sources. Leave with a personalized action plan to conserve water, improve soil quality, and ensure a more sustainable future for your land.
This workshop will be a great chance for folks to create a plan for dealing with water uncertainties and extreme weather. Come learn from a farmer that uses several strategies, such as: improving soil water holding capacity, dry farming, cover cropping, climate-adapted crops and animals, water-efficient irrigation, as well as practicing traditional ecological water stewardship.
This workshop is hosted by Small Acreage Program of WSU Clark County Extension, and is made possible through the support of Clark County Public Works Clean Water.
Waterwise Workshop
Date: Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Time: 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Where: 78th St. Heritage Farm, Vancouver, WA
Cost: Free (registration is required, as space is limited)
To register and find more details visit: https://water121724.bpt.me
or email terry.koper@wsu.edu or call 564-397-5729, for questions.
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.

Living on the Land Class-Series
2024-10-01 18:00 - 20:30 | 78th St Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St, Vancouver, 98665, United States
Living on the Land – Class Series Teaches Land Stewardship
Clark County, WA – Over the past 21 years, over 500 Clark County residents have graduated from the Living on the Land class series. The program brings in local experts to teach key stewardship principles to small acreage land caretakers. These experts give advice on pasture and livestock management, managing weeds, caring for your forest, improving wildlife habitat, soil health, stormwater management, well & septic maintenance, and more.
The first step to good land management is understanding the whole system. This class series begins with advice on how to take appropriate inventories and create maps that help with goal planning. The class then dives into pasture and teaches about rotational grazing. Soil speakers share advice on soil testing and improving your soil health and fertility. The watershed class teaches about dealing with stormwater and protecting nearby water bodies. Terry Koper, Small Acreage Program Coordinator, states, “The variety of information these classes cover can help small acreage land caretakers dealing with a variety of land management issues. Not only do we teach stewardship practices, but also how to effectively manage your problem areas such as muddy pastures and weeds.”
The program is hosted by WSU Clark County Extension – Small Acreage Program and supported by Clark County Public Works Clean Water. This class-series is on Tuesday evenings from October 1 through December 3, 2024, with an optional field trip on Saturday, September 28th. Classes will be in-person. Advance registration is required. The early bird discount is $35 per person or $50 per household if registered by September 17th, or after is $45/$60. To register and find more information on Living on the Land visit the WSU Extension’s website at http://go.wsu.edu/smallacreage or contact Terry at Terry.Koper@wsu.edu and 564-397-5729.
“Living On the Land: Stewardship for Small Acreages”
Tuesdays, October 1to December 3, 2024 – 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Registration: 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.

24th Annual Harvest Celebration - Tour of Farms
2024-09-21 10:00 - 15:00 | Select farms throughout Clark County
Tour Local Farms at the 24th Annual Harvest Celebration
Saturday, September 21st, 2022
10:00am – 3:00pm
FREE in-person Event
More info:

https://extension.wsu.edu/clark/2024-harvest-celebration/
Clark County, WA –– Several farms will be open to the public on Saturday, September 21st to show the bounty of local agriculture and give Clark County residents an opportunity to tour and meet their area farmers. With nearly two thousand farms throughout Clark County providing fresh produce and meats, this is a great opportunity to introduce the family to the farmers who make our local agriculture strong.
Some of the farms that are part of this celebration are Get To Gather Farm, Good Year Farms, Serendipity Alpaca Ranch, Gather and Feast Farm, and Gifts of the Planet Farm.
Farms will offer a variety of fun-filled events such as animal viewing, self-guided tours, U-pick vegetables and flowers, craft-making, veggie and salsa tasting, and photo ops with alpacas. Participants will be able to meet their local farmers; purchase fresh produce, U-pick, and other farm products; see alpacas, chickens, Scottish Highland Cows, chickens and other livestock; and tour vegetable fields and flower gardens.
This year’s Harvest Celebration will also feature four local farms that have been recognized by WSU Clark County Extension for showing a commitment to stewardship. Get to Gather Farm, Serendipity Alpaca Ranch, Gather and Feast Farm, and Gifts of the Planet Farm have been awarded a Doing Our Part for Clean Water sign, for implementing practices that protect clean water and natural resources.
Terry Koper, Small Acreage Program Coordinator, says, “These farms demonstrate stewardship in Clark County and they’re an excellent place to learn about sustainable farming and land stewardship practices. This celebration offers residents a great opportunity to meet local farmers and show support for Clark County agriculture.”
This is a free and self-guided event. The map and farm descriptions and more information is available online at http://go.wsu.edu/smallacreage. Participating farms will be open to visitors from 10 am to 3 pm.
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.

Well and Septic System Maintenance Workshop
2024-08-20 18:00 - 20:30 | 78th St Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St, Vancouver, 98665, United States
Get Septic Certified and Save Money
Well & Septic System Maintenance and Septic Self-Inspection Certification
Tuesday August 20th, 2024
6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
In-person at the 78th St. Heritage Farm, in Vancouver WA
Online registration is required and the cost is $20 per household. Receive a discount if you register with the Earlybird Discount by August 6th (use discount code EarlyWS082024).To register and find more details visit https://ws08202024.brownpapertickets.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 $18.00, 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 this and 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.

Biochar Burn Demonstration and Small Acreage Woodland Tour
2024-06-29 08:00 - 15:00
Join us for a Biochar Burn Demonstration and Small Acreage Woodland Tour!
Saturday, June 29th 8:00am-3:00pm at a small acreage residence in Ridgefield, WA.
Come take part in the biochar burn with a Ring of Fire Biochar Kiln, which is ideal for making biochar on your own small acreage with small diameter wood from your own woodland. Biochar is a type of charcoal that is burned at a specific temperature range and with limited oxygen. Biochar has many benefits as a soil amendment, including: retaining moisture; sequestering carbon; and when combined with nutrients, such as compost, it can offer long-term soil fertility improvements. The biochar burn setup will begin promptly at 8am. When the burn is finished (likely between 11am-2pm) we will begin an hour-long tour of the woodland and learn about best management practices for watershed and small acreage woodland health. Pre-registration costs $10.00 per household https://biochar2024.brownpapertickets.com or walk-ins/drop-ins are welcome for $15 (by cash or check only) per household at 21312 NW 17th Ct. Ridgefield, WA 98642. If you have questions, please contact terry.koper@wsu.edu.

17th Annual Small Acreage Expo
2024-06-08 08:30 - 16:00 | 78th St Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St, Vancouver, 98665, United States
WSU Extension Hosts 17th Annual Small Acreage Expo
Saturday, June 8th, 2024 – 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th Street, Vancouver, WA
Vancouver, WA – WSU Clark County Extension Small Acreage Program invites the community to the Seventeenth Annual Small Acreage Expo on Saturday, June 8th at the 78th Street Heritage Farm.
This year’s Small Acreage Expo offers a variety of topics including workshops on biochar on small acreage, mud and manure management, prescribed grazing, septic system maintenance and financial resources, soil health, regenerative homesteading practices, and pasture management, as well as farm tours and demonstrations. Register at https://SAexpo2024.brownpapertickets.com
Throughout the day, participants can peruse educational booths to learn more about local organizations and agencies serving the small acreage community.
According to Terry Koper, Small Acreage Program Coordinator, “The small acreage community comes together at the Expo to meet one another and learn valuable tips about land and water stewardship. It’s a great opportunity to discover local resources and learn new practices to improve your land, which can save people money and help protect the environment.”
Pre-registration costs $22.69 (includes lunch), but $25 (does not include lunch) for walk-ins the day of the event. Register by 2:30pm Friday, June 7th to include a box lunch! Please contact terry.koper@wsu.edu for more information about the WSU Clark County Extension’s Small Acreage Program.
WSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Persons requiring special accommodation should call WSU Extension Clark County at (564) 397-5729 prior to the event.

Well and Septic System Maintenance and Self-Inspection Workshop
2024-05-01 18:00 - 20:30 | 78th St Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St, Vancouver, 98665, United States
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.

Cover Crop Demonstration Workshop
2024-03-27 17:30 - 19:30
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.

Well & Septic System Maintenance Workshop
2023-12-07 18:00 - 20:00 | 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St. Vancouver, WA 98665, 1919 Northeast 78th Street, Vancouver, WA, 98665, United States
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.
