This spring, Whatcom Conservation District and Whatcom Million Trees Project are partnering with the City of Bellingham to offer Bellingham residents…

 An atmospheric river did not deter the 50 volunteers who came to the 7th Annual Orca Recovery Day event in Whatcom County! Our crew of dedicated…

Thank you to the 358 racers and 25 volunteers who joined us for the 12th Annual Run with the Chums 5K Fun Run and kids Smolt Sprint obstacle course…

Wildfire risk in Western Washington is increasing because of climate change. Whatcom Conservation District’s (Whatcom CD’s) Community Wildfire…

Western Washington is world famous for towering trees and vast forests. The Whatcom Conservation District’s (Whatcom CD’s) new Forest Stewardship…

On an unseasonably warm day in March, over 800 people enjoyed Whatcom Conservation District’s 31st Annual Native Plant Sale & Celebration! Smiles were…

Nearly 50 exhibitors filled the building at the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds for the Whatcom Farm Expo on Saturday, March 2. New farmers, seasoned…

We are proud to share that the Washington State Conservation Commission (SCC) has recognized our District as the 2023 Northwest Area District of the…

The Southern Resident orcas are one of the most iconic species of the Salish Sea, but without community care and action their future is uncertain…

This year’s Run with the Chums, an annual Whatcom Water Week kickoff event, boasted a record turnout! Over 400 people made an appearance at the 11th…

With the right people and funding, it is incredible what can be accomplished in a year’s time. The South Fork Valley of the Nooksack River is critical…

Whatcom County is a unique and beautiful place. With stunning views of baker, acres of farmland and forests, and a thriving community, it is no wonder…

Hundreds of volunteers joined Whatcom CD, Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA), Lummi Nation Natural Resources Department, and the…

A gorgeous, sunny, spring day greeted the over 700 people who came to the 30th Annual Native Plant Sale & Celebration, March 18th! Smiles were…

With over 40 exhibitors from across the region, speakers every half hour, and llamas to pet, there was an abundance of learning, networking, and fun…

Southern Resident orcas are an iconic species of the Pacific Northwest, but one that will disappear if we do not all take action to support them. With…

Saturday, September 10th was filled with laughter, cheering, and fun as over 300 runners, walkers, sprinters, strollers, and dogs celebrated the 10th…

A dedicated group of volunteers come together every July 5th to bring the beauty and safety back to the beach at Birch Bay. This year was no exception…

We had a week of wild fun during the Whatcom Wildlife Bioblitz! From June 4th to June 12th people around Whatcom County set out to discover the…

The NW Washington Fairgrounds was bustling this last Saturday as around 400 people enjoyed the 6th annual Whatcom Farm Expo in the new Farm Pavilion…

Thank you to everyone who participated in the 29th annual Whatcom CD Native Plant Sale! This was one of our most successful Native Plant Sales ever…

Since 1946, the Whatcom Conservation District (CD) has worked with landowners and farmers to foster a healthy, sustainable relationship between people…

Jan 7, 2022

On November 3rd, Joseph Heller, former board of the Whatcom Conservation District passed away peacefully in Bellingham. Joe served on the board of the…

As this year comes to a close, we have been spending time reflecting over the past year. As part of that reflection, we decided to share an impactful…

Three junior Orcas swimming the Puget Sound offer hesitant hope to all who care about this iconic species. However, like many before them, their…

Did you know that some of our creeks in Whatcom County actually begin in Canada? Fishtrap Creek, Bertrand Creek, and Pepin Brook (Double Ditch…

The 11th of September this year was filled with fun and laughter in the BP Highlands as over 300 runners, walkers, sprinter, strollers, dog owners…

The Whatcom Conservation District partnered with WSU’s AgWeatherNet and several gracious landowners to install 6 new weather stations across Whatcom…