From Lawn to Life: Alternatives to Traditional Turf
We are pleased to continue our 30-minute lunch hour webinar series with help from our sponsor Clackamas Water Environment Services!
Join the Clackamas River Basin Council (CRBC) for an inspiring and practical webinar on transforming your yard into a thriving, eco-friendly landscape! Learn how to replace traditional grass lawns with beautiful, low-maintenance alternatives that conserve water, reduce chemical use, and create vital habitat for native pollinators and wildlife.
Whether you’re looking to convert a small patch or your entire lawn, our team will walk you through the simple steps for designing a resilient yard that supports both people and nature. Participants will see real “before and after” examples from local homeowners and community spaces across the Clackamas watershed that have successfully gone from lawn to life.
We’ll highlight plant choices and design ideas suited to Oregon’s unique climate and soil types, featuring resources such as:
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Clackamas Soil & Water Conservation District – Native plant lists and landscaping guides
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Metro’s Native Plant Finder and Yard by Yard program – Tips for creating sustainable, pesticide-free gardens
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Oregon State University Extension Service – Research-based advice on water-wise gardening and lawn alternatives
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Clackamas Water Environment Services – Information on watershed health and stormwater benefits of natural yards
Discover how your yard can become part of a growing movement toward healthy soils, cleaner water, and thriving pollinator populations. Together, we can reimagine our lawns to better reflect the beauty and resilience of Oregon’s natural landscapes.
When: Friday December 19th at 12pm
Where: Zoom link upon registration
Please use form below to register – we will see you there!