With fire season continuing and drought conditions worsening across Washington, wildfire resilience remains a critical focus. Okanogan Conservation District's wildfire resiliency team has been actively working to help the community by conducting home risk assessments. Despite having only a two-person team, they have successfully completed over 100 assessments so far this year.
These assessments play a crucial role in identifying areas of vulnerability and helping residents take steps to protect their homes and property from wildfires. Okanogan CD’s proactive efforts contribute significantly to building long-term wildfire resiliency in the region.
Learn more about their work at Okanogan CD Wildfire Resources.
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With support from the Riparian Plant Propagation Program, large-scale native plant production is underway through a partnership with Puget Sound Plants, enabling the cultivation and statewide distribution of more than 30,000 riparian plants. This high-volume nursery system strengthens Washington’s restoration supply chain and ensures consistent access to locally grown native material.
Grays Harbor Conservation District maintains tens of thousands of native plants annually at a partner-operated holding site, using gravel beds and nursery infrastructure to support healthy plant growth and regional riparian restoration. Through project support and community distribution, the district helps meet evolving restoration needs across the region.
Snohomish Conservation District is expanding its riparian plant capacity while preparing for a new office and greenhouse facility. Through partnerships with Snohomish County, Edmonds College, and the Latino Educational Training Institute, the district maintains thousands of native plants and supports hands-on workforce development for local restoration efforts.
