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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

  • 688+ Acres of Cover Crop provided via WCCD Cost Share since 2021

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Upcoming Events & Workshops

  • Jun
    6

    Annual Meeting & Board of Directors Elections

    Saturday, June 6, 2026

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

    WCCD Annual Meeting & Board Director Elections will take place at the Speaker Stage during our annual Native Plant Expo and Marketplace on June 6, 2026.

    This event will include elections, a brief overview of WCCD’s accomplishments, as well as priorities for the year ahead.

  • Jun
    6

    2026 Spring Native Plant Sale

    Saturday, June 6, 2026, 9am - 1pm

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

    Pre-sale Opens: February 23
    Paper Forms Deadline: March 9
    Online Store Deadline: March 23
    Pre-Sale may close early due to our capacity limitations.

    Order Pick-up: June 6, 9am - 1pm during the Native Plant Expo & Marketplace!

  • Jul
    11

    Rain Garden, Conservation District Volunteer & SNAG Potluck Lunch

    Saturday, July 11, 2026, 11:30am - 1:30pm

    Loonfeather Park
    1320 Grove Rd
    Ypsilanti, MI 48198
    United States

    Bring a dish to pass, meet fellow rain gardeners, volunteers from the Conservation District, and alumni from the Michigan Naturalist and Conservation Stewards Program. When you enter the park, let the parking attendant know you are part of the potluck, and we'll pay for your entrance fee. After lunch we'll tour the Loonfeather Park rain garden. 

News

  • 2026 Spring Tree Sale Report

    Another year, another amazing Spring Tree & Shrub Sale full of surprises, challenges, and successes! We sold and distributed over 33,955 plants to their forever homes with over 950 customers, collectively creating more landscapes that are more bio-diverse, edible, and beautiful!

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  • New tool bank location!

    The Washtenaw Tool Bank Collective is growing! Residents may now rent tools from the Sunflower Farm Market in Ann Arbor Township.

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About Us

WCCD Staff posing for a photo at a plant sale.

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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