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Adapt & Thrive in Washtenaw County

From the Dust Bowl a century ago to our rapidly changing climate today, we're here with the resources you need.

For Farmers

Technical and financial assistance to integrate conservation practices.

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For Residents

We provide services, conservation sales, grants, tools, education, and more for all residents engaged in conservation.

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Our Impact

  • 2,500 Acres of Land environmentally verified through MAEAP in 2023

  • 7.5+ Million Trees distributed since 1951

  • 450 Acres of Cover Crop provided via WCCD Cost Share

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Upcoming Events & Workshops

  • Jun
    7

    2025 Spring Native Plant Sale

    Saturday, June 7, 2025, 9am - 1pm

    Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds
    5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd
    Ann Arbor, MI 48103
    United States

    Pre-sale Opens: February 17
    Paper Forms Deadline: March 10
    Online Store Deadline: March 17
    Pre-Sale may close early due to our capacity limitations.

    Order Pick-up: June 7 9am - 1pm
    Pick-up is at the Native Plant Expo & Marketplace!

  • Jun
    12

    JLW CISMA Invasive Species Training Seminar

    Thursday, June 12, 2025, 10am - 12pm

    Washtenaw County Road Commission
    555 N. Zeeb Rd.
    Assembly Room
    Ann Arbor, MI 48103
    United States

    Dr. Shikha Singh will discuss what invasive species are and how to identify some of the species of concern. Basic management methods, equipment decontamination, and environmental considerations when using pesticides will be covered. This event is free, and attendees will be eligible for two RUP credits.

  • Jul
    26

    Rain Gardeners & WCCD - Volunteer Appreciation Potluck

    Saturday, July 26, 2025, 11:30am - 1:30pm

    Loonfeather Park
    1320 Grove Rd.
    Ypsilanti, MI 48198
    United States

    Bring a dish to pass, meet fellow volunteers and rain gardeners, and enjoy this beautiful park right on Ford Lake. When you enter the park, let the parking attendant know you are part of the rain garden potluck and we'll pay for your entrance fee. We'll do a short tour of the rain garden that is looking more and more beautiful every year, thanks to the dedicated steward team!

News

  • Cut (out) the lawn with our new Sod Kicker

    The latest addition to the Washtenaw Tool Bank Collective arsenal is the "Kick-type sod cutter", the perfect tool to transform the lawn into more gardens for native plants, flowers, or vegetables! This tool is more nimble than the power options, and very effective and efficient. Reserve it in advance!

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  • Limited Early Bird tickets available for the Native Plant Expo on June 7

    The Native Plant Expo on June 7 will be full of plants for sale from 17 nurseries, it'll also be full of enthusiastic attendees shopping for plants. Beat the crowds with the limited Early Bird tickets and shop from 8am-9am to get first dibs. Then you can enjoy our various food trucks including: lobster, empanadas, ice cream, and coffee!

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  • Now hiring: Admin Assistant

    Join our team and support local conservation with this part time position. The Administrative Assistant will primarily focus on managing accounts receivable, accounts payable, assisting with board meeting preparation and facilitation, and providing customer service. Deadline to apply is June 2!

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About Us

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The Washtenaw County Conservation District is a local government agency that assists Washtenaw County residents through countywide resource assessments, conservation resource distributions, conservation education, and one-on-one technical assistance.

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