Franklin Conservation District recently participated in the Tri-Cities STEM Career Academy— and sponsored the second day of the conference, during which students built drones and learned about agriculture, food science, and more.
Spending a full week exploring STEM careers is important for high schoolers planning their future paths. Thank you, Franklin Conservation District, for working to get students involved in conservation!
Learn more about the academy, here.
Wildfire resilience work on Jackson Ranch near Nespelem, Washington was put to the test when the July 2026 Kaiser Canyon Fire swept through.
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.
