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Wasco County Rural Living Handbook a Resource for Country Living and Land Stewardship Wasco County Rural Living Handbook A Resource for Country Living and Land Stewardship Prepared and distributed by Wasco County Soil and Water Conservation District Resource Directory Wasco County Soil and Water City of Dufur . 467-2349 Conservation District City of The Dalles . 296-5481 2325 River Rd. Ste 3 City of Mosier . 478-3505 The Dalles, OR 97058 Maupin City Hall . 395-2698 541-296-6178 ext 3 Fax: 541-296-7868 www.wasco.oacd.org Emergency Information Emergencies Only (Medical/Fire) All Areas . 911 *Unless otherwise noted, area code is 541 Ambulance Services - South Wasco County . Federal Agencies Emergency . 395-2500. .Business Ofc . .395-2571 USDA Juniper Flat Rural Fire Dept (Business Ofc). 328-6388 Natural Resources Conservation Service . 298-8550 Juniper Flat Rural Fire Dept (Fire Only). 328-6300 Farm Services Agency . 298-8559 Maupin (Fire/Medical) - (Business Ofc). .395-2400 Forest Service, Barlow Ranger District. .467-2291 Rock Creek Volunteer Fire Dept . 544-2370 Forest Service, Bear Springs District . 328-6211 Shaniko Fire Department . 489-6100 DOI -Bureau of Land Management (BLM). 395-2531 Tygh Valley Volunteer Fire Dept (Fire Only). 483-2333 Pine Hollow Fire Dept (Business Office) . .544-2338 The Dalles Mid-Columbia Fire & Rescue . 296-9445 Oregon State Agencies Report a Forest Fire - The Dalles . 296-4626 Dept of Agriculture (Salem) . 503-986-4550 Dept of Ag Natural Resources Div. 503-986-4700 Agriculture Water Quality Div (Bend). .617-0017 Irrigation Districts Dept of Environmental Quality (DEQ) . 298-7255 Juniper Flat Improvement District . .395-9705 Dept of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) . .296-4628 The Dalles Irrigation District . 296-3366 Wildlife Violations . .1-800-452-7888 Barlow Water Improvement District . 544-2920 ODFW White River Wildlife Area . 544-2126 Dept of Forestry (ODF) . 296-4626 Water Districts Dept of State Lands (DSL) . .388-6112 City of Dufur (Sewer/Water) . 467-2349 Water Resources (Watermaster) . .506-2650 City of Maupin Public Works . .395-2684 Tygh Valley Water District (Sec). 483-2118 Wasco County Wasco Co. Public Works . .506-2640 Animal Shelter (Home at Last). 296-5189 Recreational Information Animal Control (Sheriff ’s Office) . 296-5454 Fort Dalles Riders Club & Junior Rodeo . .296-5339 Assessor’s Office . 506-2510 Fort Dalles Rodeo Association . .296-9191 Building Codes . 298-4461 Gorge Equestrian Club . 386-7763 County Clerks Office . .506-2530 Maupin Chamber of Commerce . 395-2599 District Attorney . 506-2680 Northern Wasco Co. Parks & Recreation . 296-9533 County Judge/Commissioners Office . .506-2520 The Dalles Chamber of Commerce . .296-3399 County Planning & Development . 506-2560 Public Health . .506-2600 Utilities Public Works . .506-2640 Call Before You Dig . 800-332-2344 Sheriff ’s Office . 506-2580 Northern Wasco Co. Public Utilities Dist . .296-2226 Veteran’s Services . .506-2502 Tel - Centurytel (Tygh Vallley/Maupin) . 800-201-4099 Weedmaster’s Office . 506-2650 Tel - North State Telephone (Dufur Area) . 467-2211 Wasco County OSU Extenstion Service . .296-5494 Wasco Electric Cooperative (The Dalles) . .296-2740 Wasco County Rural Living Handbook September 2009 Prepared by Wasco County Soil & Water Conservation District Contents Introduction . .1 Riparian Areas and Wetlands . 14 Wasco County Facts . 2 Soil Quality . 15 Wasco County History . 3 Waste Management . 17 Buying Country Property . 4 Water Management . 17 Being Neighborly Weed Management . .18 Wheat Fields . .6 Wildlife Management . .19 Livestock Operations . 7 Woodland Management . 20 Fruit Production . .7 Important Things To Know Caring For Your Land Agricultural Water Quality . 21 Property Management Plans . 8 Recreation . 23 Fire Protection . 8 Bicycles . .23 Gardening and Landscaping . .9 Rural Roads . 24 Backyard Orchards . .10 Pasture and Livestock Management . 11 Wasco County Planning . 25 Winter Care of Livestock. 13 References and Resources . 26 Manure Management . 13 Wasco County SWCD . .27 i Introduction About The Rural Living Handbook. The Rural Living Handbook was written to acquaint new landowners with some of the issues of country living. Services such as water, electrical power, telephone, internet, and transportation; as well as the lack of certain conveniences and shopping can be quite challenging. Development of self reliance, independence, and good neighbor skills are important for successful rural living. Newcomers often find the idyllic images of easy country living quickly dispelled when faced with the hard work of managing rural property. That said, hardy souls will also find the work rewarding, particularly when nature responds to cor- rectly applied conservation practices. This handbook is one tool prospective and current landown- ers can use to begin to understand land management issues. It also provides an introduction to water quality, fish and wildlife habitat, woodland management, what it means to live next to an agricultural operation, and who to contact for assistance. Not knowing about certain things can get a person into trouble. Who is Wasco County Soil and Water Conservation District? Wasco County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is a non-regulatory local government organiza- tion dedicated to helping local residents address natural resource issues on their land. The conservation district has several conservation planners on staff who provide technical assistance to landowners in addressing natural resource issues. They can provide advice, technical information, or assist in developing resource management plans. Some activities require local, state, or federal permits and the district can often help with information needed for permitting. The SWCD works in partnership with the US Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA NRCS) to help agriculture producers obtain technical and financial assistance to implement con- servation practices on their land. Good stewardship principles are not only good for the land, they can ensure the land stays productive for generations to come. Another valuable partner to the SWCD is Wasco County OSU Extension Service. Through their Master Gardener Program, 4-H, Family & Community Health, Horticulture, Small Farms, Field Crops, Farm Management, and Livestock Programs, Extension provides a well rounded group of services geared to the needs of the community. The conservation district also works closely with Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW), Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF), US Forest Service (USFS), as well as Wasco County Government. This handbook, while not designed to render a thorough examination of all covered topics, will touch upon some of the most common issues the new landowner may face at one time or another. Water quality and the im- portance of fish related habitat being highest among them. Readers will be guided to the appropriate agency for further information on the topics covered in the handbook. When in doubt, the conservation district is a good first stop. If we can’t help, we can certainly put you in touch with the right people to get the help you need. 1 About Wasco County The majority of Wasco County’s economy is based upon agriculture (fruit production, wheat farming, and livestock ranching). Other economic industries include lumber and other forest products, light manufacturing, electric power, transportation, and tourism. Wasco County located in what’s known as “south county.” Addition- is bordered by the ally, there are eight unincorporated communities - Ro- Columbia River wena, Boyd and Chenowith in north county and Pine to the north, De- Grove, Pine Hollow, Wamic, Tygh Valley, and Friend schutes River to the in south county. According to the 2000 Census the east, Warm Springs county population was approximately 23,791 people. to the south and Centrally located on the Columbia River, residents Mt. Hood National have access to numerous recreational activities and Forest to the west. events up and down the gorge. Maupin, located on The county seat in The Dalles was established in the Deschutes River, is a favored getaway for fishing 1854, the same year the county received its designa- and rafting, while Pine Grove and Wamic are gate- tion. Initially, it served as a way station on the Oregon ways to Mt. Hood and adjoining wilderness areas for Trail for those heading to the Willamette Valley. hiking and camping enthusiasts. The land base is 1,572,680 acres consisting of History buffs will find themselves steeped in the 263,000 acres of dryland and irrigated crops and legendary history of Lewis and Clark, the Oregon fruit production (cherry, apple, pear and vineyards). Trail, Barlow Trail, and early Native American folk- Rangeland encompasses 663,000 acres, forestland lore and traditions. Discerning photographers and 261,000, urban areas 8,000, and Warm Springs Res- naturalist will be delighted by sweeping vistas, breath- ervation 387,113. taking waterfalls, diverse native flora, and secluded hiking trails along the Columbia Gorge. Wasco County has six incorporated cities. The Dalles, Mosier and Dufur are located in the north part Want to know more? Visit The Dalles Chamber of Commerce of the county and Antelope, Shaniko and Maupin are www.thedalleschamber.com 2 Wasco County History Named after the Wasco (Wascopam) Indian Tribes, Wasco County was the largest county in the nation at 130,000 square miles. It embraced all of Oregon east of the Cascades - including most of Idaho and parts of Montana and Wyoming. Eventually,
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