Local Information — City web sites, Colleges, federal & state government, Libraries, Newspapers, Public Schools & Regional information

Clark County Government — General information about local government, Building Dept., Community Development....

Southwest Washington Humane Society — A place where people help animal and where animals help people..

Around Vancouver

Washington State Historical Society — The title say’s it all

Consumer Center

Fuel Economy — Find & Compare Cars - Gas mileage (MPG), greenhouse gas emissions, air pollution ratings, and safety information for new and used cars and trucks

Green and Save — Saving you money and the planet.

Green Home Guide — If it’s housing it can be green. Learn the basics.. Green Home 101

Green Options — A community and network of blogs dedicated to helping you figure out what sustainability means to you.

Low Impact Living — Think your home is green? Go to the Environmental Impact Calculator answer some questions about your home and it will show you your homes carbon footprint and much more. It will also give you idea’s that you can do in your home to improve your carbon footprint.

Pet Finders — Adopt a homeless pet...

US Green Building Council — Non-profit community of leaders working to make green buildings available to everyone within a generation.

Home Improvement

Energy Star — Find products for home improvements, building, plants and new home information.

Energy Trust - Better Living Show — The Northwest’s Largest Sustainable Lifestyle Show. Live well and have fun doing it. Earth friendly products for you, your home and garden. From cutting edge technologies and eco chic fashion to better energy efficiency and sustainable outdoor living, if it’s green and it’s beautiful - it’s here!

Legal Services

NW Loan Modification Center — With years of experience in Bankruptcy, Mortgage Modification, Default Resolution, and Mortgage Lending... NWLMC is your local resource for today’s challenging questions pertaining to default solutions.

Whether you qualify for a HAMP or standard modification, a 125% refinance, a short sale, a bankruptcy or a combination of these options, our compassionate group of professionals can help.

Mortgage

Freddie Mac

HUD - US Dept. of Housing & Urban Development

Mortgage Fraud Blog

USDA Rural Development — This site is used to determine eligibility for certain USDA home loan programs. In order to be eligible for many USDA loans, household income must meet certain guidelines. Also, the home to be purchased must be located in an eligible rural area as defined by USDA.

Fannie Mae

Recreation

Gorge Explorer — Your interactive tour guide to exploring the Columbia River Gorge.

Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort — Check current ski conditions & snow fall.

Oregon Surf — Check out some of the cool surf spots on the Oregon Coast..

Ski Bowl — America’s largest night ski area and Oregon’s premier snow tube & adventure park.

Timberline Lodge — Information on ski conditions, lodging and dining.

Resources

The Columbian Newspaper — Local newspaper for Southwest Washington

The Oregonian — The Oregonian Newspaper

Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce — Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce advances the business community and helps you grow by providing networking opportunities, education and information....and is a trusted business voice.

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Schools

Washington State Report Card — Includes information on current WASL results, enrollment numbers, special programs and teacher statistics.

Battle Ground Public Schools — Information on Battle Ground Public Schools

Camas Public Schools

Evergreen Public Schools

Hockinson Public Schools

Vancouver Public Schools

Washougal Public Schools

La Center Public Schools

Sports

Mt. View Ice Arena — Local ice rink for public skate, curling and hockey.

Portland Jr. Hawks — Portland Youth Hockey Association in Beaverton, Oregon

Portland Winterhawks — Our local WHL team. Go HAWKS!!!

Tax Information

Enery Star Tax Credits — Federal Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency

First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit — Information about the $8,000 first time home buyer tax credit.

Vendors

ReDirect Guide — Sustainable living business directory and resource guide. Living green made simple

Visitor’s Guide

Southwest Washington Visitors & Convention Bureau — Lots of information including region, travel information, what to do, where to stay and more.

Vancouver Visitor Info — Scout & Explore Vancouver; there is much to see and do. Experience living history, fishing, biking, windsurfing, swimming, hiking, boating and more - all right here. With all this city has to offer, your time here will be well-remembered.