Find Out What's Happening in the Conservation Commission
Interested in learning more about conservation in Washington State? Our news announcements connect you with stories about recent conservation work, important updates from our office, and upcoming opportunities for you to get involved.
Pollinator habitat seed packets available to conservation districts
Food System Support Grant availability for conservation districts
SCC announces a limited grant opportunity for funding to support food system activities at conservation districts. Up to $5,000 will be available to each successful grant applicant. The deadline for application submittals is Wednesday, January 18, 2023, by 5:00 p.m. Funding must be used for activities that will result in products in hand or activities completed by June 30, 2023.
2022 District of the Year Awards
The Washington State Conservation Commission (SCC) is excited to announce the recipients of the 2022 District of the Year Awards!
Food system grants awarded to 10 Conservation Districts
Funding from the State Conservation Commission will support food security and food systems across the state. The Washington State Conservation Commission (SCC), in partnership with the Washington State Food Policy Forum, has awarded $48,500 in grants to 10 conservation districts statewide to strengthen our food system, especially in underserved and under-resourced communities.
Conservation district photo contest captures spectrum of Washington natural resources, farmland
The SCC is pleased to announce winners and finalists of the 2021 Conservation District Photo Contest!
State Conservation Commission makes changes to improve conservation district election clarity, accountability
At their September 17 meeting, members of the Washington State Conservation Commission unanimously voted to make several changes to state regulations for conservation district elections. Changes are designed to improve accountability and make things more clear for candidates and voters.