Conservation News

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!

Oaks are a keystone species supporting more wildlife that any other tree species in our region. To promote these ecological foundations, we're lending out copies of "The Nature of Oaks" by Doug Tallamy AND offering 33% off Oaks in the Spring Tree & Shrub Sale!

This holiday season consider gifting conservation: Trees & Shrubs, Native Plants, Rain Barrels, Tools & more with the WCCD Conservation Gift Card!
These gifts keep giving back providing a healthier environment for our human and natural communities!

Dry spells, $3k in discounts, 12' oaks! Even our smallest plant sale of the year keeps getting more interesting, diverse, and scaling up. We had over 416 pre-orders and 66 extra sales distributing 4100 conifers and nearly 5000 native plants. And Yes, Fall is a good time to plant, but let's hope for some more rain.

If you’ve picked up native plants, rain barrels, or compost bins from WCCD this spring or summer, chances are Walker Whitehouse helped get them into your hands. As the Conservation District’s seasonal staff member, Walker plays a vital role in executing conservation resource programs across Washtenaw County.

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!

Plant now, bloom later! The Washtenaw County Conservation District’s Fall Tree & Native Plant Sale opens August 4—preorder native trees, shrubs, wildflowers, and garden kits to give your yard a head start next spring.

If you've ever picked up a native plant, a rain barrel, or a no-till drill from the Washtenaw County Conservation District (WCCD), chances are Doug Reith was involved. As WCCD's Resource Specialist, Doug supervises and coordinates a wide array of programs that help residents conserve soil, water, and wildlife—right in their backyards and communities.

Our 6th Native Plant Expo & Marketplace has continued to exceed expectations with over 2486 attendees enjoying plant sales, getting free plants and seeds, learning from a myriad of organizations, enjoying food trucks, music, and kids activities. We're grateful to continue offering this gift to the community and for it to be received so whole-heartedly!