Tips, tricks, and a quick peek into the everyday life of the conservation district.
On Saturday, October 19, we celebrated Orca Recovery Day at beautiful Skykomish River Park. Volunteers of all ages put in the work to install over 75 native plants at the park. These trees and shrubs will help filter stormwater and improve the water quality of the nearby Skykomish River.
Read MoreJoin us for science demonstrations, hands-on activities, and games about the many wonderful ways we can protect our streams, lakes, and salmon! Light snacks will be provided so you can refuel between activities.
People of all ages are invited to attend, but the event will be most exciting to families with children in kindergarten through 5th grade. Bathrooms will be available! Park near the playground and tennis courts.
Read MoreOur resident agroforester Carrie Brausieck has been researching, implementing, and educating on agroforestry in the region for over half a decade, but it’s only been the past two years that agroforestry has become widely noticed.
“We’re the only organization in the state that has an agroforestry program and a person on staff with an agroforestry title,” Carrie said. “Our program is leading the way for this innovative land use within our county and throughout the state.” Read on to learn about the work we've been doing in agroforestry.
Plant Sale pickups in the age of COVID-19.
Read MoreHere’s the wrap up of Orca Day events in Snohomish Conservation District. We’re excited to see it grow from around 20 volunteers in 2018 to a much larger reach in 2019.
Read MoreThanks to Monroe High School FFA for hosting and growing vegetable starts!
Read MoreThe story features two of our bigger Washington Department of Ecology projects - Jennings Park in Marysville and the recently named Foothills Wetland Preserve in Monroe.
Read MoreThe Wetland Preserve off Highway 2 near the airfield in Monroe needs a name! Here's a chance for local students to put their stamp on Monroe. We are currently seeking submissions from students to name an important ecosystem in Monroe.
Read MoreOur 2018-2019 Washington Conservation Corps crew has begun their real work around the county. Here are some photos from their first outings including prep for the Puget Sound Orca Day held in November.
Read MoreMark your calendars! The pre-orders for the Plant Sale open on Monday, December 3rd!
Read MoreWe are grateful for the doers. On Saturday, November 10, groups of caring citizens gathered around the Puget Sound to help create more habitat for the Chinook salmon that feed the Orcas. Learn more about this regional initiative.
Read MoreFrom Stanwood to Darrington, and Monroe to Bothell, we covered some ground with rain gardens this October to help filter pollutants out of stormwater runoff. Thanks to the many partners and volunteers who made it possible!
Read MoreWe recently taught a Gardening with a Purpose class in Spanish! The aim was to connect with Latino community members in Monroe through partnerships with WSU, the Monroe Chamber and In Harmony Landscaping. Muchas gracias!
Read MoreWe are grateful for a productive season and partnership with Housing Hope. The gardens built this year create space and beauty that all of the Housing Hope residents can enjoy.
Read MoreWe’re about to say goodbye to another awesome. Parting is always bittersweet, but we are proud of the work these young people have done!
Read MoreOur WCC crew recently saw Coho Salmon and Steelhead juveniles in the Skykomish River. Yay for fish and our restoration crew!
Looking to join our team? We’re now hiring for the 2018-2019 crew which begins October 1, 2018.
Read MoreThroughout April and May, there are several opportunities to experience Snohomish Conservation District's Sound Education program for youth around the county. Sno-Isle Libraries is hosting the following programs in Sultan, Lynnwood, Monroe, and Edmonds.
Read MoreThe 2018 Annual Plant Sale is in the record books. Nearly 50,000 plants went out the door and we could not have done it without YOU! Thanks for supporting native plants and better ground! And, volunteers, you rock our world! Thanks!
Read MoreThe crew works rain or shine all year round implementing conservation projects.
Read MoreRain creates mud. That didn't dim the smiles on the WCC crew helping move dirt for garden beds in Monroe.
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