Conservation District Resources

2025 Biennial Report Resources

It's that time of year again, report writing season! The deadline for submitting report materials is August 29, 2025.

You’re invited: Webinar on CD Biennial Report Pages – Tips and Q&A

‘Tis the season of gathering conservation district biennial report content. In that spirit, the Washington State Conservation Commission (SCC) will host a webinar to help give all conservation districts a clear understanding of how to meet this statutory and Conservation Accountability and Performance Program (CAPP) requirement.

Funding Available for Riparian Restoration Projects Across Washington

Riparian Plant Propagation Program Plant Needs Form Open!

The Plant Needs Form is your opportunity to share anticipated needs for native riparian species for projects beginning in fall 2027. This form is open to restoration groups implementing riparian restoration projects that support salmon recovery in Washington state.

Irrigation Water Management Planning Training

Columbia Basin Conservation District, SCC, and the Center for Technical Development have partnered to bring you a comprehensive Irrigation Water Management Planning training course in Moses Lake, WA, May 13 - 15, 2025. The course prepares students to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities to complete comprehensive irrigation management plans with producers and clients on their farms and properties.

WADE Conference Registration is Open!

It’s that time of year! The 2025 WADE Conference will be held at the Sleeping Lady Resort in Leavenworth, WA on June 9-11, 2025.

CTD Training Scholarships Available!

CTD is offering a limited number of $500 training scholarships to support those looking to complete on-line or in-person training for professional development by May 31, 2025. Get details and find the scholarship request form on the CTD website.Note: This scholarship CANNOT be used for the WADE conference.

Making Waves: The Ripple Effect Campaign Launches Statewide

This statewide media initiative is designed to raise awareness about the importance of Washington’s waterways, riparian restoration, and conservation programs.

Public Comment is open for the Grants & Contracts Manual

The Washington State Conservation Commission (SCC) publishes grant and contract requirements for conservation districts and partners when funding is received through SCC appropriations. These requirements are published in the SCC's Grant and Contract Policy and Procedure Manual, which is reviewed by SCC staff prior to each new biennium.

Take Ecology's Nonpoint Conservation District Survey today!

The Department of Ecology is in the process of updating the state’s Water Quality Management Plan to Control Nonpoint Sources of Pollution (Nonpoint Plan), which outlines Washington’s approach to address water quality impacts from nonpoint sources of pollution. As a part of our process to update the Nonpoint Plan, we want to hear from you!

Don't forget to take the Grant and Contract Manual survey!

Thank you to those of you who have already taken the survey. Just a reminder that it is open until January 31, 2025. The results of that survey will help guide the work of the ombuds group. Follow this link to take the survey today: https://www.formstack.com/forms/?6052709-AS6MqsQ57r.

Save the date: Climate Commitment Act Reporting Webinar

Join SCC Program Staff for instructions on the additional reporting requirements for projects funded with Climate Commitment Act (CCA) dollars. This webinar is intended to help grant recipients understand these requirements ahead of end of biennium grant reporting.