The 2022 Whatcom Farm Expo was a great success!
The NW Washington Fairgrounds was bustling this last Saturday as around 400 people enjoyed the 6th annual Whatcom Farm Expo in the new...
The following section provides information on nutrient management and details on how to apply and maintain each practice for optimal performance.
WORKING TOWARDS
HEALTHY LAND
Helping landowners and farmers of Whatcom County conserve natural resources since 1946.
Conservation Districts work at the intersection of people and place by providing an ecological understanding and deep connection to the land and natural resources. We promote responsible stewardship, sustainable land management, and support for natural resource based economies.
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Habitat Restoration
Homeowners Incentive Program
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Science & Research
Water Quality
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2022 Native Plant Sale
Thank you to everyone who participated in the 29th annual Whatcom CD Native Plant Sale! This was one of our most successful Native Plant...
Landowner Spotlight: Fred Polinder
Many farmers work to improve their land for salmon habitat. Fred Polinder’s story is a beautiful example of this effort and of what can ...
Whatcom CD secures funding for farmers to protect water quality after record flooding
Since 1946, the Whatcom Conservation District (CD) has worked with landowners and farmers to foster a healthy, sustainable relationship...
Landowner Spotlight: Elie Friedlob
Elie Friedlob has been a champion for Birch Bay and the Terrell Creek watershed since moving to the area in 2002. Community and...
Upcoming Events
- May 17, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PMhttps://www.skagitlandtrust.org/event.aspx?Free learning opportunity! We will be joining our Land Trust partners in hosting a Wildfire Risk Education webinar on May 17th from 6:30-7:45pm. You'll learn about fire ecology, forest health, and wildfire risk and preparedness in our area from our local subject matter experts.
- Wed 01 Jun01WedJunDairy Irrigation Field Day/Lynden, WAJun 01, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PMLynden, WALearn about the latest research and technology plus how to use water management to maximize crop nutrient uptake. Lunch will be provided!
- Sat 04 Jun04SatJunWhatcom Wildlife Bioblitz 2022/Whatcom CountyJun 04, 12:00 AM – Jun 11, 11:59 PMWhatcom County, Whatcom County, WA, USAJoin us in a week of discovery and celebration of the wildlife in Whatcom County!
- Sat 04 Jun04SatJunBeach Naturalist Training/BP Heron Center, Birch Bay State ParkJun 04, 12:00 PMBP Heron Center, Birch Bay State Park, 7290 Birch Bay Dr, Blaine, WA 98230, USAJoin the Friends of Birch Bay State Park for Beach Naturalist Training, as part of the Whatcom Wildlife Bioblitz! There will be booths and naturalist led walks along Birch Bay State Park. Hone your intertidal ID skills at this fun event!
- Tue 07 Jun07TueJunEvening At The Park/LyndenJun 07, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PMLynden, 8770 Bender Rd, Lynden, WA 98264, USAJoin Whatcom CD, The City of Lynden, & Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association for an evening at the park! There will be games, booths, and naturalist led walks along Fishtrap Creek with information on how to identify animals and their signs!
- Wed 08 Jun08WedJunEvening At The Reserve/Stimpson Family Nature ReserveJun 08, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM PDTStimpson Family Nature Reserve, 2076 Lake Louise Rd, Bellingham, WA 98229, USAJoin the Whatcom Land Trust & Whatcom County Public Works for an evening at Stimpson Reserve as part of the Whatcom Wildlife Bioblitz! There will be games, booths, and naturalist led walks in the reserve with information on how to identify animals and their signs!
- Sat 11 Jun11SatJunAfternoon At The Park/Whatcom Falls ParkJun 11, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PMWhatcom Falls Park, 1401 Electric Ave, Bellingham, WA 98229, USAJoin the Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association for an afternoon at Whatcom Falls Park as part of the Whatcom Wildlife Bioblitz! There will be games and an informational booth with information on how to identify animals and their signs!
- Sun 12 Jun12SunJunDay At The Beach/Birch Bay State ParkJun 12, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMBirch Bay State Park, 5105 Helweg Rd, Blaine, WA 98230, USAJoin Whatcom Conservation District, Birch Bay Watershed And Aquatic Resources Management District (BBWARM), Re-Sources Beach Stewards, and The Friends of Birch Bay State Park for a day of discovery, stewardship, and fun!
- Sat 10 Sep10SatSepRun with the Chums 2022/Location is TBDSep 10, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMLocation is TBD