Pine Creek Conservation District

04/07/2026

Pine Creek Conservation District’s April Board Meeting is scheduled for this Wednesday, April 8, at 7:00 PM. All are welcome!

📍401 WA-27, Oakesdale, WA 99158.

More details are available on the Public Meetings page of our website.

03/31/2026

NRCS Local Work Groups connect local agricultural communities with federal conservation programs, helping ensure funding and resources are directed where they’re needed most.

Programs like EQIP are shaped by input from people right here on the ground, reflecting the real needs of our landscapes—from the Palouse and beyond.

Think of this group as the “boots on the ground” voice sharing local priorities, challenges, and opportunities directly with decision-makers.

These meetings are open to anyone. Whether you’d like to share input or simply learn more about local resource concerns and solutions, we encourage you to join us. Our work in promoting NRCS programs is supported by a grant from the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD).

📍 USDA Plant Materials Center
4900 SE Terre View Dr, Pullman, WA
📅 Friday, April 3 | 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Have questions or want to learn more? We’re here to help.

📍 401 WA-27, Oakesdale, WA 99158
📞 (509) 339-3808
🌐 www.pinecreekcd.org

03/11/2026

The Pine Creek Conservation District Board of Supervisors Election is today!

🗳 Election Day: Wednesday, March 11, 2026
⏰ Voting Hours: 9 AM – 4 PM
📍 Pine Creek Conservation District Office

Registered voters within the District are eligible to vote.

Conservation District supervisors are local volunteers who help guide conservation efforts in our community. Elections are an opportunity to support the leadership that helps shape conservation work across our district.

For more information about the election process or candidates, visit our website or contact our office.

📍 401 WA-27, Oakesdale, WA 99158
📞 (509) 339-3808
🌐 www.pinecreekcd.org/election-notice/

03/09/2026

Pine Creek Conservation District’s March Board Meeting is scheduled for this Wednesday, March 11, at 12:00 PM. All are welcome!

📍401 WA-27, Oakesdale, WA 99158.

More details are available on the Public Meetings page of our website.

02/27/2026

Last week, we visited the recently reopened Steptoe Butte State Park Heritage Site — and brought a piece of history along with us.This archival photo was taken on February 12, 1937, capturing a winter view of the snow-covered Palouse from Steptoe Butte.

Holding that image against today’s landscape offered a powerful reminder of how much has changed… and how much has stayed the same.

Snow blanketed the Palouse during our visit — a welcome sight for our farmers. Winter moisture plays a critical role in soil health and crop success in the seasons ahead.

For generations, this landscape has supported working lands, wildlife, and rural communities. Today, conservation efforts continue to help ensure it remains productive and resilient for the future.

Pine Creek Conservation District remains committed to supporting the legacy of this land — partnering with farmers and land managers to steward its health, productivity, and resilience for generations to come.

📍 401 WA-27, Oakesdale, WA 99158
📞 (509) 339-3808
🌐 www.pinecreekcd.org

02/23/2026

Did you know Whitman County farmers and land managers have access to a whole network of conservation support?

Our neighbors at Palouse Conservation District just released a fantastic video sharing local resources — and we’re honored to be featured alongside our conservation partners.

If you’ve been wondering about assistance with conservation options for your land, we’d love to talk.

Thanks to the National Association of Conservation Districts for funding this work.

📍 401 WA-27, Oakesdale
📞 (509) 339-3808
🌐 pinecreekcd.org

Watch here: https://youtu.be/bVq9y33XATA?si=MpJoWdWSJqoVQX1H

Land managers in Whitman County, Washington face a range of challenges, from erosion and water quality concerns to wildfire risk. This short video introduces...

02/17/2026

DYK what a conservation district is? There are 45 different districts across the state of Washington, each with their own local office, natural resource priorities and projects. Find out which district is yours and how you can get involved at scc.wa.gov/vote.

If you live in or around Malden, Rosalia, Pine City, Oakesdale, Tekoa or Farmington here in Whitman County, chances are pretty high you’re in our conservation district! Learn more about the work we do and how you can vote in our upcoming board of supervisors election on our website at pinecreekcd.org/election-notice/.

Just want to connect with us? Give us a call or stop by our office!

📍 401 WA-27, Oakesdale, WA 99158
📞 509-339-3808
🌐 www.pinecreekcd.org

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day from Pine Creek Conservation District 💌

Here’s to the landowners who keep our fields, waterways and communities thriving!

02/12/2026

Season 13 of Washington Grown features a conservation district story in every episode, highlighting the power of local conservation delivery! If you haven’t caught this season yet, there’s still plenty of time to tune in.

We’re especially excited about Episode 7, premiering this Saturday! Hear Patrick Haggerty from Cascadia Conservation District explain the role of fire in our forest ecosystems and the role of conservation districts in helping Washingtonians manage fire-adapted spaces.

Have questions about fire resiliency in our communities and how Pine Creek Conservation District can help? Visit www.pinecreekcd.org/community-wildfire-resiliency-forest-health/ or call 509-339-3808 for more info. Our fire resiliency work is funded by the Washington Climate Commitment Act.

📍 401 WA-27, Oakesdale, WA 99158
📞 509-339-3808
🌐 www.pinecreekcd.org

02/10/2026

Pine Creek Conservation District’s February Board Meeting is scheduled for this Wednesday, February 11, at 12:00 PM. All are welcome!

📍401 WA-27, Oakesdale, WA 99158.

More details are available on the Public Meetings page of our website.