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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

  • Sep
    5

    2025 Washtenaw Field Day

    Friday, September 5, 2025, 8am - 1pm

    Gateway Farm
    10665 Joy Rd
    Plymouth, MI 48170
    United States

    Discover how orchards and ground cover can support regenerative, climate-resilient agriculture & profitable food production at this hands-on field day at Gateway Farm. We’ll also explore water stewardship in action through wetland restoration & rain garden demonstrations. Registration now open!

  • Sep
    26

    2025 Fall Tree & Native Plant Sale

    Friday, September 26, 2025, 1 - 6pm

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

    PRE-SALE PERIOD: 
    Store Opens (Pre-Order): August 4
    Paper Forms Deadline: September 8
    Online Store Deadline: September 15

    PICK-UP DATES: 
    Friday, September 26, 2025  1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

    EXTRA PLANTS SALE:
    Friday, September 26, 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. ONLY

  • Oct
    4

    Washtenaw Conserved Farm Tour

    Saturday, October 4, 2025, 9am - 5pm

    Washtenaw County Conservation Collective
    MI
    United States

    Join Washtenaw communities to explore local farms and meet farmers at this free conservation event. Registered guests can tour up to three farms to learn about food production and protected natural areas. Various learning tracks will be available for attendees. More info and sign-up provided here!

  • Jun
    6

    2026 Native Plant Expo & Marketplace

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

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

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News

  • WCCD Reads: "A Sanctuary of Trees" by Gene Logsdon

    Logsdon writes out his love and history with the groves he knows in folksy anecdotes: probably best read while falling asleep in a cabin warmed by wood fire's light. Borrow this book and planting tools from the Washtenaw Tool Bank Collective, and don't forget to order some Fall Sale trees to plant your own future groves!

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  • Fall Tree & Native Plant Sale - new offerings!

    The annual Fall Tree & Native Plant Sale opened on August 4!
    Now offering even more variety of potted native wildflowers, grasses, garden kits, trees, shrubs, berries and more! Also available are bulk bare-root conifers and planting aids. Order online or by paper form by Sept 15, and pick-up on Friday, Sept 26!

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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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