Jefferson County, WA Conservation District

06/01/2026

05/07/2026

The world is celebrating the power of community science for World Migratory Bird Day this Saturday, May 9 with the theme “Every Bird Counts – Your Observation Matter.” You don’t need to be a professional researcher to help protect our shared natural world. Every bird you spot and record helps scientists track migration patterns and protect vital habitats.

Getting involved is as easy as stepping outside and paying attention to the local species passing through your neighborhood or favorite park. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned nature lover, your participation helps track trends that professional researchers couldn't monitor alone.

We encourage everyone to join this global movement by recording observations through local apps and by practicing ethical bird watching from a respectful distance. Your curiosity today directly fuels the conservation efforts of tomorrow, ensuring these spectacular journeys continue for generations to come.

Visit https://wdfw.wa.gov/species-habitats/living/habitat-at-home/community-science to find easy ways to start your community science journey today!



📷 Bill Hebner

04/16/2026

Join us on Monday, April 20th at HJ Carroll Park for a demonstration on healthy soil from NRCS!

This event is free and open to the public. We hope to see you there!

03/31/2026

Forest Health Field Day in Chimacum this Saturday, April 4th -

Forest Health Field Day! Join us on Saturday, April 4th for a free workshop to learn about forest health and management. Presentation at Finnriver followed by hands-on field experience at Chimacum Ridge. The event is free, but space is limited and registration is required. Click here for full event....

02/12/2026

2/19/26: Planting for Success workshop hosted by Clallam Conservation District and Washington Department of Natural Resources. Click here for more details and to register: https://www.clallamcd.org/plantingworkshop

02/03/2026

Farm Irrigation Efficiencies Workshop: 2/17/26 9am-1pm at WSU Puyallup Research and Extension Center. Click here to learn more and register: https://piercecd.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=2708

01/27/2026

Do you have questions about managing your forested property? Forester Janessa Cimfl from Mason Conservation District will be holding a drop-in "Ask a Forester" session at the Jefferson County Conservation District office in Port Hadlock from 10am-3pm on Wednesday, February 18th. Stop by or give her a call! Our office is located at 205c W Patison St, Port Hadlock, WA 98339.

We offer free technical assistance to land users in Jefferson County. You can reach us any time at [email protected]. We also encourage you to check out the resources available on our website at jeffersoncd.org.

01/21/2026

Installation of riparian buffers in Jefferson County. https://youtu.be/b0owA0TnitI

These plants were installed through voluntary stewardship on private land using funds from the Washington State Conservation Commission Natural Resource Investments Grant and the Riparian Grant Program, which includes funding from the Climate Commitment Act.

The Washington State Conservation Corps Crew planted native plants and installed seedling protection tubes, which will be removed when the trees and shrubs outgrow competing vegetation and are large enough to survive rodent herbivory.

This video project has been funded wholly or in part by the United States Environmental Protection Agency under assistance agreement PC-01J22301 through the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. The contents of this document do not necessarily reflect the views and policies of the Environmental Protection Agency or the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, nor does mention of trade names or commercial products constitute endorsement or recommendation for use.

Video of installation of riparian buffers including tree protection tubes.

01/12/2026

Free Native Plant Workshop Wednesday 1/28 -

To help you properly care for your new plants, we're offering a FREE workshop on how to care for and plant bare-root trees and shrubs. There is no cost to attend, however, to help us plan for the workshop, we ask that you register.

12/01/2025