1. Call for Citizen Scientists. Learn to Detect Invasive Plant Species

    A volunteer effort to learn and detect invasive plants is underway by the Pacific North West Invasive Plant Council. A training for citizens will take place Thursday June 29th from 1:00-3:00 PM at the Old Credit Union Building, 156 NW Chehalis Ave., Chehalis, WA. The training will cover identification of plants, methods of manual control, along with how to conduct a survey. The work will support our local public lands including the National Forest and National Parks to document emerging invasive plant populations. The program is open to those who recreate or work on public lands in addition to folks …


    Weed Control - June 26, 2017, 12:52 p.m.

  2. Invasive Pests Workshop sponsored by Lewis County Noxious Weed Control

    Be sure to check out the flyer Invasive Pests Workshop 2020 and make plans to join us.Admission is free! Registration not required but RSVP is appreciated!


    Weed Control - Dec. 19, 2019, 2:34 p.m.

  3. Identifying Local Noxious Weeds

    Queen Anne's Lace (Wild Carrot) Poison Hemlock Cow Parsnip vs Giant Hogweed Join us for an in-depth look at some of harder to identify noxious weeds that are (or may be) present in the Toledo/Winlock part of Lewis County.We will learnTo identify Poison hemlock vs water hemlock vs wild carrot vs chervil. How to tell them apart and how to address them safelyHow recognize the inconspicuous differences between native Cow Parsnip and highly caustic Giant HogweedTell Tansy Ragwort vs St Johnswort vs Common TansyMeadow knapweed vs Canada thistle vs Bull thistle vs native thistlesEveryone is invited to attend this free …


    Weed Control - Dec. 7, 2022, 11:12 a.m.

  4. Weed Control Contractors

    There are several contractors and vendors available for hire within Lewis County that are qualified to work with landowners to control noxious and invasive weeds. What we provide here is not a comprehensive list, but a great place to start. A printer-friendly version is available here: Vendors.Chemical Control (Commercial Applicators)Washington Vegetation Management Services, LLC. (360) 304-9826 Notes: Only does herbicide application, mostly broadcast with tractor but also does backpack spraying. Has aquatic pesticide endorsement. Based out of Cinebar, WA.Wolbert's Landscape Management (360) 736-7214 office / (360) 259-6752 cell Notes: Only does herbicide application, mostly broadcast with tractor but also does …


    Weed Control - Dec. 3, 2019, 1:14 p.m.

  5. Grow Smart, Grow Safe - May 2018

    By Dr. Rachel Wood, Lewis County Health Officer Grow Smart, Grow Safe® A Great Resource for Safer Ways to Control Pests and Solve Problems in your Garden Spring has sprung, and as the weather begins to brighten up, you might begin to consider your garden and yard. Maybe this is the year you plant your own veggies, and bump up on those important vitamins and minerals, or maybe there are some flowers you’ve been imagining outside your kitchen window. Whatever your plans, the Grow Smart, Grow Safe® web site can help. This user-friendly site at https://growsmartgrowsafe.org walks you through your …


    Public Health - May 17, 2018, 11:22 a.m.

  6. Weed assessment meeting

    Please see the attached agenda.


    Commissioners - Aug. 24, 2018, 4:09 p.m.

  7. Weed assessment meeting

    Please see the attached agenda.


    Commissioners - July 20, 2018, 4:55 p.m.

  8. Weed assessment meeting

    Please see the attached agenda.


    Commissioners - June 22, 2018, 3:47 p.m.

  9. Weed Budget Meeting

    Please see the attached agenda.


    Commissioners - Sept. 22, 2017, 1:41 p.m.

  10. Meeting to discuss weed assessment

    Please see the attached agenda.


    Commissioners - Feb. 25, 2019, 3:35 p.m.