Board & Meetings
Whitman CD is Locally Led & Proud to Serve Our Community. Whitman Conservation District (CD) is governed by a five-member Board of Supervisors. Three members are elected, and two are appointed by the Washington State Conservation Commission. Our Board of Supervisors meet regularly on the second Thursday of each month (except August) at 6:30pm at […]
Whitman CD Board Meets September 14
What: The Whitman Conservation District Board of Supervisors is holding their monthly business meeting. When: September 14, 2023 at 6:00pm. Where: Whitman Conservation District office (601 N Main St Apt A, Colfax, WA 99111). How to Participate: Members of the public may attend the meeting in person. If you prefer to participate via Zoom, please […]
Whitman CD Launches New Website & Logo
Welcome to the new Whitman Conservation District (CD) website! We launched a new site, along with a new logo, in August 2023. Our website has been redesigned to help us share timely and accessible information with our community. In addition to the new look — which includes more photos of our local landscapes, conservation projects, […]
Calendar of Events
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Newsletter
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Volunteer & Internship Opportunities
Want hands-on experience with Riparian Restoration? The Whitman Conservation District offers volunteer and internship programs that focus directly on riparian restoration throughout the Palouse region; however, the internship is based out of Colfax, WA. Time commitment depends on student’s desire for college credits. Employment can be part time or full time, depending on time of […]
Employment
Employment Opportunities Conservation Technician The Whitman Conservation District (WCD) is recruiting to fill a Full time Temporary Conservation Technician position. This position is anticipated to start March 2024 and end November 30th Description Application Form We are always seeking those interested in getting involved with conservation. Please email Josh Larsen with a cover letter and resume. […]
Invasive vs Native Plant Species of Whitman County
Native Plants Native plants are those that are naturally and historically found in an area. They’re important because they have evolved and adapted with other native plants and animals in the area for generations, creating intricate biological interactions that rely on each other to function. For example, in Whitman County sagebrush is a native species […]
About Whitman Conservation District
We’re Your Local Conservation Experts and Partners. Whitman Conservation District is your community-based hub of expertise and funding to help you achieve natural resource and land use goals. We are non-regulatory. We work with you at your request and as a partner on actions that keep our air, water, soil, habitats, and farmland healthy for […]
What Are Conservation Districts?
Community-Based Conservation: Conservation districts — sometimes referred to as “CDs” — are trusted, locally led hubs of natural resource expertise and support. CDs empower people to voluntarily practice conservation on their properties and in their communities. A Brief History As a result of the national devastation brought on by the Dust Bowl in the early […]