You can become a composter, recycler and green cleaning ambassador for Clark County – free training program starting in January 2026! From the Program: “Are you interested in joining others with a passion for sustainability to help make a difference in our community? Apply now to become a volunteer with the Composter Recycler program! “Beginning … Continue reading
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Carnivorous Plants – aka “pitcher plants” can be grown here!
Carnivorous “Pitcher Plants” can be grown here! One of our longstanding garden club members told us about a marvelous website on CARNIVOROUS PLANTS where she learned so very much about her “first” pitcher plants! Check it out, if you are thinking about growing some of these fascinating plants, or just interested in them! One of … Continue reading
TODAY! Washougal High School Native Plant Sale November 2, 11am-3pm!
TODAY! The Washougal High School Green Team is hosting a native plant sale in partnership with Jen Bargar of Nature’s Haven Nursery, this Sunday (November 2) from 11-2 PM in the WHS Excelsior parking lot. You are invited to join for an opportunity to chat directly with students about their Native Plant Garden project. If … Continue reading
ORDERING Clark Conservation District NATIVE plants – starts TODAY – Nov 25, 2025
Clark Conservation District‘s PRE-ORDER, PRE-PAY NATIVE plant sale starts November 25, 2025. Pick up of plants will be next spring, Saturday, March 14th, 2026 between 9:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. at the CASEE Center, 11104 NE 149th St., Brush Prairie, WA. You pre-pay and select the 30 minute time slot you pick ’em up. Great prices … Continue reading
Battery Powered Garden Tools – Pruner & Mini chain-saw reviews
Lithium battery powered garden tools are a nice option instead of some hand tools for certain jobs. They can speed up your work and reduce fatigue. Two types of tools are discussed in this article – an electric pruner (left image) instead of hand-held pruners and loppers – and – an electric mini “chain saw” … Continue reading
Seed Saver Workshop – Master Gardener, Oct 20, 10am-noon – $5 – pre-reg
Seed Saver Workshop! Have you ever wanted to save your own home garden seeds, but did not know how? Saving seeds can save you money, protect heirloom varieties from disappearing and be a fun and rewarding family activity. Join Master Gardener Janis McBride for a hands-on workshop where you will learn useful techniques that will … Continue reading
Bokashi Composting October 22, 1-3pm, Weds by Jen Posiva – FREE class!
Come join the “Community Garden Club of Camas/Washougal” for an in person, free “bokashi composting”introduction and demonstration by Jen Posiva on October 22, 1pm-ish, at the Community Center of Camas, 1718 SE 7th Ave, Camas, WA in the “ballroom”. “Discover how to turn your food scraps into nutrient-rich soil – even in the smallest of yards! In … Continue reading