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The 11th Annual Run with the Chums was Fin-Tastic!
This year’s Run with the Chums, an annual Whatcom Water Week kickoff event, boasted a record turnout! Over 400 people made an appearance...
Sep 21, 20232 min read
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California Creek RFP
The Whatcom Conservation District is partnering with the Whatcom Land Trust to restore 19.2 acres of riparian forest buffer along...
Aug 31, 20231 min read
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2023 Salmon Recovery Tour
With the right people and funding, it is incredible what can be accomplished in a year’s time. The South Fork Valley of the Nooksack...
Aug 29, 20232 min read
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Restoration Along Your Stream Can Matter
Whatcom County is a unique and beautiful place. With stunning views of baker, acres of farmland and forests, and a thriving community, it...
Aug 17, 20231 min read
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Conservation Stories: Salix Cooperative
"Every creek counts, no matter how small, no matter if there is fish in it or not. Every tiny little bend of every creek counts. So, the...
Jul 20, 20233 min read
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Conservation Stories: Elvin Kalsbeek
“Years ago, the river was like a snake and there were trees around it. So, it shaded the river and kept the water cooler. Gradually over...
May 25, 20235 min read
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Earth Day 2023 - Making A Difference on the Nooksack
“You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference, and you have to...
Apr 26, 20232 min read
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30th Annual Native Plant Sale & Celebration Was A Sunny Success
A gorgeous, sunny, spring day greeted the over 700 people who came to the 30th Annual Native Plant Sale & Celebration, March 18th! Smiles...
Mar 22, 20233 min read
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7th Annual Farm Expo Was Udderly Awesome!
With over 40 exhibitors from across the region, speakers every half hour, and llamas to pet, there was an abundance of learning,...
Mar 7, 20233 min read
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Conservation Stories: Steensma Creamery
“Everything we do, from the soil all the way to someone’s spoon, we are trying to keep that intentional and sustainable.” – Kate Steensma...
Mar 3, 20234 min read
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Conservation Stories: Drayton Harbor Oyster Company
“Oysters are one of the most sustainable, delicious products on the face of the Earth... All we have to do is keep our water clean.” -...
Dec 15, 20225 min read
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Final Proposal Ranking || Homesteader Creek Riparian Restoration Project
Five proposals were received from qualified contractors for Homesteader Creek Riparian Restoration Project. A team of Whatcom...
Dec 1, 20221 min read
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Conservation Stories: Ronda Webber & Kirsten Dunford
Ronda Webber and Kirsten Dunford are a family farming team. The mother daughter duo live on a farm outside of Ferndale with their...
Nov 29, 20223 min read
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Proposal Opening Results || Homesteader Creek Riparian Restoration Project
The following proposals have been accepted and will be reviewed and ranked later this week. New proposals are no longer being accepted. A...
Nov 28, 20221 min read
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Conservation Stories: Nora & David Weisenhorn
For Nora and David Weisenhorn, one of the best parts of Thanksgiving starts the weekend before during their neighborhood turkey butcher...
Nov 21, 20222 min read
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WANTED: Qualified Restoration Contractor
We are seeking a qualified restoration contractor to complete prescribed restoration work on 33.3 acres of riparian habitat in Whatcom...
Nov 4, 20221 min read
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Orca Recovery Day 2022 - A Whale Sized Success
Southern Resident orcas are an iconic species of the Pacific Northwest, but one that will disappear if we do not all take action to...
Oct 21, 20223 min read
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10th Annual Run with the Chums was a splashing success!
Saturday, September 10th was filled with laughter, cheering, and fun as over 300 runners, walkers, sprinters, strollers, and dogs...
Sep 29, 20222 min read
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Watershed Watcher Spotlight: Mitchell Family
Gary and Bette Mitchell know how to make stewardship fun! As Watershed Watchers, they volunteer to pick up trash in their neighborhood...
Aug 18, 20222 min read
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Birch Bay 5th of July Beach Clean up 2022
A dedicated group of volunteers come together every July 5th to bring the beauty and safety back to the beach at Birch Bay. This year was...
Jul 19, 20221 min read
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