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Washington State Conservation Commission

We support our state’s 45 conservation districts and design solutions that meet state and local natural resource needs.

About the Commission

Conservation Success Stories

Conservation Districts throughout the state partner with local communities on projects that enhance the land and that support the goals of landowners.

Conservation Success Stories

Riparian Grant Program

The Riparian Grant Program provides funding for projects to restore and protect riparian habitat to maintain healthy ecosystems and preserve biodiversity.

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About the Conservation Commission

SCC is the coordinating state agency for the 45 conservation districts (CDs) in Washington State. We work to conserve natural resources on all of our lands.

About the Commission
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Statewide Conservation Programs

Our conservation programs empower people to voluntarily take actions that keep natural resources and farmland healthy for all.

Grant Programs
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What are Conservation Districts?

Conservation Districts are trusted, community-based hubs of expertise and funding that work with people to achieve natural resource and land use goals.

What is a CD?

What's new at SCC?

Interested in learning more about conservation in Washington State? Our SCC News and event calendar connect you with stories about recent conservation work, important updates from our office, and upcoming opportunities for you to get involved.

News & Updates
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Recent Updates:

Bill Blake elected as SCC’s newest Western commissioner

December 29, 2025

The Washington conservation district supervisors have elected Bill Blake as their newest Western Region Commissioner to the State Conservation Commission, following the departure of Dean Longrie of Clark Conservation District. The Western Region covers conservation districts west of the Cascade Mountains.

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WSRRI Solicitation for Projects

September 24, 2025

With new legislative funding in the 25-27 biennium, the Washington Shrubsteppe Restoration and Resiliency Initiative (WSRRI) is seeking to support Wildlife Friendly Fencing (WFF) and Habitat Restoration in the shrubsteppe.

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New conservation campaign:

Ripple Effect
Tree Planting by Emma Kilgore, Snohomish CD
Tree Planting by Emma Kilgore, Snohomish CD

Join the Ripple Effect: Together We're Restoring Washington's Waterways

All across Washington people are coming together to restore our rivers and streams. We’re planting trees and shrubs to cool and purify water, creating healthier habitats for salmon and wildlife. From streams to rivers to the ocean, every action strengthens our interconnected waterways—supporting vibrant habitats, productive farmland, and clean water for all.

Explore the Ripple Effect and see how Conservation Districts are making an impact at conserve.wa.gov.

Join the Ripple Effect!

Find Your Conservation District in Washington State

Use our interactive map to locate the district nearest you! Washington conservation districts help people take care of everything they can see outside their windows–from farms, to forests, to urban yards, to rivers, lakes, and coastline.

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Conservation District Spotlights

Strengthening the Resilience of the Local Farming Community in Snohomish County

Snohomish Conservation District

In this video three farmers discuss their involvement in the creation of an Agriculture Resilience Plan for Snohomish County. Featuring Dan Bartelheimer, Spencer and Karen Fuentes, and Libby Reed.

Farm Tool Library

Underwood Conservation District

Hosting a Farm Tool Library, Underwood CD designed to provide conservation-oriented tools to farmers and gardeners.

Wildfire Ready Neighbors

Central Klickitat Conservation District

Through the Wildfire Ready Neighbors program, CKCD is enhancing wildfire preparedness by reducing hazardous fuels, conducting home assessments, and educating residents!

Grant Programs & Collaborations

Our grant programs empower communities to maintain healthy natural resources and working lands. These services are frequently provided through conservation districts.

Grant Programs
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Grant Programs

Sustainable Farms and Fields (SFF)

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Grant Programs

Riparian Plant Propagation Program (RPPP)

RPPP Program

Grant Programs

Riparian Grant Program (RGP)

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Collaborations

Office of Farmland Preservation (OFP)

Learn More about OFP

New wildflower seeds available to Conservation Districts!

SCC is distributing new wildflower seed packs to our districts to promote native pollinator habitat in Washington. There are new seed packs for both our western and eastern climates. Learn more about our new wildflower seeds.

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