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“When one plants a tree they plant themselves. Every root is an anchor, over which one rests with grateful interests, and becomes sufficiently calm to feel the joy of living.”— John Muir The 2026 Whatcom CD Native Plant Sale and Celebration had over 40 species of plants to choose from! Seedlings are symbols of metaphorical growth, resilience, hope in the future, and more. By planting native plants in our community, we can turn metaphors into realities. Plants adapted to our l

“There are so many wonderful resources at this event. The information we got was great! We learned so much!” – Attendee Feedback Thank you to the 700 attendees who flocked to the 10 th  Annual Whatcom Farm Expo! Every year the team behind the Whatcom Farm Expo works to improve the event for local farmers, and this anniversary year was no exception. Record attendees, a larger venue, additional workshops, over fifty exhibitors, an equipment showcase, and a variety of animals di

We are compiling a list of flood recovery resources to help those impacted by the 2025 flood. We will continue to update the page as need ed. Thank you to the ongoing community efforts to help rebuild and support one another. If you have flood damage to your home, business, or farm it is imperative that you have photo documentation of the damage for many insurance claims and financial assistance applications. General Flood Recovery Resources Housing, Basic Needs, Pet, and Liv

Mike Tuben is looking forward to watching his new native plant garden establish and grow, especially if it means less lawn mowing! “The largest benefit [of the Neighborhood Native Landscaping Program] is less lawn to mow and better erosion control on a hillside.” – Mike Tuben, 2025 Neighborhood Native Landscaping Program Participant  Mike and his neighbors converted 3,000 square feet of their yard into native landscaping through the Neighborhood Native Landscaping Program (NN

The Whatcom Conservation District is partnering with Whatcom County to maintain 26 acres of riparian habitat planted along Homesteader Creek and tributaries. We are now accepting proposals from qualified restoration contractors for project site preparation, planting and maintenance. Please view the attached 'Request for Proposal' document for project specifications and requirements. Homesteader Creek RFP Homesteader Creek Legal Notice

The Whatcom Conservation District is partnering with a private landowner to restore 13.4 acres of riparian habitat along Black Slough and tributaries. We are now accepting proposals from qualified restoration contractors for project site preparation, planting and maintenance. Please view the attached 'Request for Proposal' document for project specifications and requirements. Lane-Black Slough RFP Lane-Black Slough - Legal Notice Lane-Black Slough RFP Addendum 11/24/2025

“This was the best work party I have ever been to! There was amazing energy, and the tour afterwards made the work I did feel like it was making a difference. My work is part of larger efforts happening at this site, this stream, and the ecosystem.” – Maddie Gavigan Martin, Orca Recovery Day Volunteer 115 people came to Kenney Creek for Orca Recovery Day 2025! Orca Recovery Day 2025 may have been the best Orca Recovery Day yet in Whatcom County! Despite threat of rain, 115 vo

Twenty-one representatives from tribal, county, state, and federal governments joined Whatcom CD to see these climate resiliency practices in action.  Community leaders, landowners, and agency partners joined Whatcom CD staff in the field to see and discuss conservation practices in action.  The climate challenges facing Whatcom County and our broader world are complex and require collaboration across entire landscapes. With support from Washington’s Climate Commitment Act (C

In 2022, when harmful bacteria in our shared waters were found to exceed safe levels for freshwater recreation, the B.C. Ministry of the Environment and Parks (B.C. ENV) and the Whatcom Clean Water Program (WCWP) renewed their collaborative efforts to protect water quality. Pictured are staff from B.C. ENV, Whatcom Conservation District, Langley Environmental Partners Society, and Whatcom County Public Works at a sampling site just over the border. "The opportunity to get to

Deb and Greg Walrath spent 30+ years dreaming of moving back to Bellingham. When that dream became a reality they did not want to spend...

Rosa Rezansoff and her husband wanted to transform their yard into a special space where they could relax and watch birds and...

The excitement and joy was palpable at the 13th Annual Run with the Chums! “In every walk with nature one receives far more than he...

Hilda Sandoval of Hilda’s Farming  is one of a growing number of Hispanic-owned family farm businesses in Whatcom County. Hilda’s Farming...

Whatcom CD Executive Director Brandy Reed (L), Senator Sharon Shewmake (C), and Heather Christianson in her previous role as Whatcom CD...

When Melissa and Maxx Fanucci found their new property, they’d bought it for the house and the potential pasture – but the forest quickly...

Hilda Schaaf loves spending time in her front garden, which she and Horst designed with fire-resistant landscaping in mind. “We need to...

Smokey Bear joined wildfire resilience partners at the Guemes Community Center to educate the community on ways to reduce wildfire risk...

“Every individual matters. Every individual has a role to play. Every individual makes a difference.” ― Jane Goodall 95 Volunteers...

Kim Barron and Amy Gospodinovich manage over 40 horses, lessons, and day camps. They were tired of managing seasonal flooding, too. They...

Thank you to the community members of Bellingham willing to plant trees and create canopy for their city! More than 500 native trees were...