WSU Clark County Extension’s Small Acreage Program invites participants to tour, Columbia Gorge Horse Stable, a local small acreage property in Washougal that is home to show and rescue horses.
Columbia Gorge Horse Stable was recognized as a Small Acreage model property in 2006 for efforts made to protect water quality and natural resources by maintaining healthy riparian areas, managing runoff to control mud, and controlling weeds for improved pastures.
Tour participants will have the opportunity to see pasture rotation and cross fencing, discuss manure management, learn about functional winter paddock designs, and gain knowledge about living with wildlife.
The Small Acreage Program, co-sponsored by WSU Clark County Extension and Clark County Environmental Services Clean Water Program, will lead the tour with the landowners. The tour will be held on Wed., May 13 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and participants will meet at the property in Washougal.
This is a terrific property, where the landowners developed a management plan and have worked hard to implement practices that fulfill their goals,’’ said Eric Lambert, Small Acreage Program coordinator. “It benefits their animals, their family, and the environment. It should be a great educational event for everyone and you don’t need to own horses to attend.”
Farm tours are guided educational events open to everyone and anyone.
Registration is $10, and tour size is limited, visithttp://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1317170 or call (360) 397-6060 ext. 5729 to register, get directions to the property, and for more information.
