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Washtenaw County Conservation District

Customers lined up for tree sale (Photo Credit: Paul Michael Peters)

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  • Welcome our new team member, John Scaramucci!

    John, WCCD's Farmer Programs Outreach Coordinator, is an avid bird watcher and self-described "nature nerd". He enjoys travel, cooking, and the Detroit Lions. He has spent most of his career as a zoologist and is looking forward to continuing his conservation journey as the Farmer Programs Outreach Coordinator.

  • Rain Barrel Photo Contest Winner: Anne P!

    This spring we're highlighting the best Rain Barrel photos submitted to the RainScaping in Southeast Michigan map!
    "These are two of a total of 4 rain barrels that are placed around the house... We also have an overflow hose that seems to handle excess water." - Anne P.

  • K-12 Educator's Survey

    Are you a Washtenaw County K-12 Educator?

    Please take our 10 10-minute survey to share your classroom needs concerning environmental education.

  • 2023 WCCD Awardees

    Every year at the WCCD Annual Meeting, we award individuals for various achievements. Read more to see the 2023 awardees.

  • We The People Opportunity Farm - Post Installation Report

    The main purpose of the grant was to provide native plants in the form of plugs for a rain garden for WTPOF; a nonprofit organization dedicated to breaking the cycle of incarceration in Washtenaw county by investing in the employment and development of formerly incarcerated men and women through farming and community engagement.

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