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Five classes of 7th graders from Nooksack Valley Middle School joined Whatcom CD, Appel Farms, and Whatcom Family Farmers for a field trip to Appel Farms! “Thank you for letting us go on the farm to see how it works, for letting us touch the cows, and sample the cheese (it was so good). I really liked touching the baby cows and sampling the cheese.” – 7th Grade Student Reflection There is something incredibly special about a learning experience that engages all senses. Betwee

“It is important to take action and to realize that we can make a difference, and this will encourage others to take action and then we realize we are not alone and our cumulative actions truly make an even greater difference.” ― Jane Goodall Working together, 65 volunteers removed 17 cubic yards of invasive plant species in celebration of Earth Day! Removing invasive plants helps support habitat for native fish and wildlife, improves water quality, and decreases erosion. Ear

“Farming asks everything of you, and it's easy to let the bigger picture projects keep getting pushed to the back burner. What I want other farmers to hear is simple: you don't have to figure it all out alone, and you don't have to have deep pockets to do things right. Resources like the Whatcom Conservation District exist precisely for farms like ours — working farms trying to build something meaningful, care for their animals well, and leave the land better than they found

“When one plants a tree they plant themselves. Every root is an anchor, over which one rests with grateful interests, and becomes sufficiently calm to feel the joy of living.”— John Muir The 2026 Whatcom CD Native Plant Sale and Celebration had over 40 species of plants to choose from! Seedlings are symbols of metaphorical growth, resilience, hope in the future, and more. By planting native plants in our community, we can turn metaphors into realities. Plants adapted to our l

“There are so many wonderful resources at this event. The information we got was great! We learned so much!” – Attendee Feedback Thank you to the 700 attendees who flocked to the 10 th Annual Whatcom Farm Expo! Every year the team behind the Whatcom Farm Expo works to improve the event for local farmers, and this anniversary year was no exception. Record attendees, a larger venue, additional workshops, over fifty exhibitors, an equipment showcase, and a variety of animals di