Conservation News

Got stacks of old, pesky plastic pots and trays taking up space?
If you have more than 30 pots or trays, you'll need to select a timeslot in the registration.
We are also collecting: bale cover, silage tarp, and pallet stretch wrap.

We want to hear from you! Every five years, we survey residents about their conservation concerns to guide
our work. Your responses help us focus resources on the conservation issues that matter most to residents.

Join us in congratulating Robbin Pott for being selected as the 2025 Small and/or Beginning Farmer of the Year!

We believe that conservation should be affordable. To encourage more people to choose Oaks, we are using donated funds to discount all Oak species in our upcoming sales.

WCCD wants to congratulate Bristle Farms LLC for being named the Walter Wolfgang Memorial Farmer Conservationist of the Year.

Get a beautiful "Peninsula of Pollinator Paradise - Michigan", designed by a local Michigan artist. Printed right here in Michigan, the sapphire blue shirt helps spread the word and the sales will support the continued work of the WCCD. Available for a limited time, order by March 1!

The Tree Town Urban Forest (TTUF) team is this year's awardee. Their stewardship has nurtured inspiration and education for community forests in Washtenaw County, and greater Southeast Michigan.

We are currently accepting applications for a Finance Administrator and Seasonal Staff.

Karen has been a consistent volunteer in recent years, and her friendly presence and humor always elevates the experience for all. She was also likely the first ever to volunteer everyday of all three major plant sales in 2025, even doing three 3-hour shifts in one day!