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        • IMap Invasives
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        • The "B" Rated Weeds
        • Aquatic Animal Invaders
        • Reed Canary Grass info
        • Medusahead
        • Biological controls for noxious weeds in Oregon
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        • Save Salmon : No Spray Buffers
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​One of the great joys of living in the Willamette Valley is the predominately rural character  of the communities. The fields, orchards, wildlife habitats, and timbered lands all exist within easy reach of urban centers and well-developed small towns. This closeness to nature attracts many people to the Willamette Valley, but it also creates some unique issues for landowners.
 
This document is only a point of beginning to get the most from your land. The issues to be considered in owning land can range from construction and engineering,  to business practices, animal care and management, and government  regulations. Many questions that may arise are complex, and individual situations often require interpretation and unique solutions. Sources of information listed at the end of some sections may help direct  your questions to the correct  agencies or businesses.
 
Stewardship of the land and its resources is an important aspect of rural life. This handbook has been prepared so landowners have an easy way of identifying subjects they need to address in using their land. This book provides easy access to sources of additional information, however laws and regulations  can change at any time.  It is your responsibility to ensure you are up to date with  laws and regulations.  Contact appropriate agencies for up-to-date information.
Polk County Rural living handbook
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POLK SOIL & WATER
CONSERVATION  DISTRICT

YOUR LOCAL SOURCE OF CONSERVATION INFORMATION AND ​EDUCATION IN POLK COUNTY, OREGON SINCE 1966

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580 MAIN STREET,  SUITE A,
DALLAS OR, 97338
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PHONE: 503-623-9680
OFFICE HOURS: MON.-FRI., 8:00am - 4:30pm
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  • Home
  • Our District
    • Staff
    • Board of Directors
    • Minutes and Agendas
    • Committees
    • Operational Documents
    • Employment Opportunities
    • History
  • Technical Assistance
  • PROGRAMS & FUNDING
    • Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP)
    • OAK WOODLAND & SAVANNAH RESTORATION (RCPP) >
      • RCPP Grant
      • Oak Woodland Management
      • Traditional Ecological Knowledge
      • Native Seeds
      • Native Plants
    • Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) Grant Programs
    • Conservation Easements
    • Successful Projects
    • Polk Manure Exchange
    • Claudia Chinook
    • Disaster Assistance
  • Get Involved
    • District and Community Events
    • Volunteer
    • Community Science
    • Attend Board Meetings
    • Join the Board
    • Make a Donation
  • Stay Informed
    • Resources >
      • Agriculture >
        • Oregon’s Agricultural Water Quality Program
        • Small Farms >
          • SOIL CONSERVATION
          • Livestock
          • Organic Operations
      • Forestry >
        • Conifer Focused Forestry
        • Oak Woodland Management
      • Invasive Species >
        • IMap Invasives
        • A-List Priority Weeds
        • The "B" Rated Weeds
        • Aquatic Animal Invaders
        • Reed Canary Grass info
        • Medusahead
        • Biological controls for noxious weeds in Oregon
      • Wildlife >
        • Save Salmon : No Spray Buffers
      • Water Conservation >
        • Conserving Water on the Farm and Around the Home
        • Drinking Water Source Protection and Wells
      • Native Plants
      • Traditional Ecological Knowledge
      • Rural Living Handbook
    • Cultivating Publication >
      • Cultivating Archive
    • News & Announcements
    • Subscribe to Our Newsletter
    • Conservation Spotlight Podcast
    • Virtual Events Library
    • Our Partners
  • Native Plant Sale