Latest News | Whatcom CD

Aug 29
2 min

Climate Commitment Act Supports Wildfire Resilience

Wildfire risk in Western Washington is increasing because of climate change. Whatcom Conservation District’s (Whatcom CD’s) Community...

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Jul 23
2 min

Climate Commitment Act Supports Whatcom Forest Stewardship

Western Washington is world famous for towering trees and vast forests. The Whatcom Conservation District’s (Whatcom CD’s) new Forest...

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Jul 18
1 min

Proposal Opening Results - Todd Creek Reach Riparian Restoration Project

The following proposals have been accepted and will be reviewed and ranked later this week. New proposals are no longer being accepted. A...

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Jun 18
1 min

Todd Creek Reach Riparian Restoration Project RFP

The Whatcom Conservation District is partnering with the Whatcom Land Trust to restore 22.4 acres of riparian habitat along Todd Creek...

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Mar 22
2 min

2024 Native Plant Sale

On an unseasonably warm day in March, over 800 people enjoyed Whatcom Conservation District’s 31st Annual Native Plant Sale &...

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Mar 13
3 min

8th Annual Whatcom Farm Expo: Best Year Yet!!

“I really think this was the best year yet.” -Return Exhibitor Nearly 50 exhibitors filled the building at the Northwest Washington...

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Jan 22
2 min

Conservation Stories: Suzanne Chandler & Flower Feather Farm

“When it fits, it fits!” Suzanne Chandler of Flower Feather Farm knows when something fits her life goals and her farm. As a fourth...

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Dec 18, 2023
2 min

Conservation Stories: Pat & Bev Jerns

“Participating in the Whatcom Conservation District’s program to install low impact natural landscaping turned out to be one of smartest,...

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Oct 26, 2023
2 min

Whatcom Conservation District Selected as 2023 Northwest Area District of the Year

We are proud to share that the Washington State Conservation Commission (SCC) has recognized our District as the 2023 Northwest Area...

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Oct 19, 2023
2 min

Orca Recovery Day 2023 - Whale Done

The Southern Resident orcas are one of the most iconic species of the Salish Sea, but without community care and action their future is...

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Oct 11, 2023
3 min

Conservation Stories: Ashton Beanblossom

Generations of dairy farmers have raised their cows in Whatcom County, but Ashton Beanblossom is a dairy farmer who has decided to take a...

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Oct 3, 2023
3 min

Conservation Stories: Eileen Herring & Alan Sanders

“Creating a more natural landscape is such a great opportunity, and of course there’s less lawn for Al to mow, so he’s happy about it.” –...

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Sep 21, 2023
2 min

The 11th Annual Run with the Chums was Fin-Tastic!

This year’s Run with the Chums, an annual Whatcom Water Week kickoff event, boasted a record turnout! Over 400 people made an appearance...

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Aug 31, 2023
1 min

California Creek RFP

The Whatcom Conservation District is partnering with the Whatcom Land Trust to restore 19.2 acres of riparian forest buffer along...

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Aug 29, 2023
2 min

2023 Salmon Recovery Tour

With the right people and funding, it is incredible what can be accomplished in a year’s time. The South Fork Valley of the Nooksack...

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Aug 17, 2023
1 min

Restoration Along Your Stream Can Matter

Whatcom County is a unique and beautiful place. With stunning views of baker, acres of farmland and forests, and a thriving community, it...

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Jul 20, 2023
3 min

Conservation Stories: Salix Cooperative

"Every creek counts, no matter how small, no matter if there is fish in it or not. Every tiny little bend of every creek counts. So, the...

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May 25, 2023
5 min

Conservation Stories: Elvin Kalsbeek

“Years ago, the river was like a snake and there were trees around it. So, it shaded the river and kept the water cooler. Gradually over...

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Apr 26, 2023
2 min

Earth Day 2023 - Making A Difference on the Nooksack

“You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference, and you have to...

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Mar 22, 2023
3 min

30th Annual Native Plant Sale & Celebration Was A Sunny Success

A gorgeous, sunny, spring day greeted the over 700 people who came to the 30th Annual Native Plant Sale & Celebration, March 18th! Smiles...

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