News & Announcements

What does the future of the Crab Creek Watershed look like? That question brought nearly 80 Tribal leaders, producers, conservation professionals, agency representatives, and community members to the Wanapum Heritage Center on May 28 for the 2026 Crab Creek Summit hosted by the Columbia Basin Conservation District. Throughout the day, participants shared knowledge, exchanged perspectives, and explored the challenges and opportunities shaping one of Eastern Washington's most i

The 2026 Moses Lake Carp Classic brought a fun and competitive day of bowfishing to Moses Lake despite challenging weather conditions. Held on Saturday, May 16, at Connelly Park in Moses Lake, this year’s tournament welcomed 23 boats and 55 bowfishers from across the region. While the weather wasn’t ideal, spirits stayed high throughout the event, and competitors still put together an impressive day on the water.

The 2026 Crab Creek Summit will take place on May 28 at 9:00 am at the Wanapum Heritage Center, bringing together regional leaders, agency representatives, and conservation partners for a full day of collaboration and discussion focused on the future of the Columbia Basin.

On Saturday, April 18, 2026, participants gathered at Big Bend Community College to learn practical, sustainable approaches to growing food at the 2026 Grant-Adams Eco-Gardening Symposium. Designed to support both home gardeners and small-scale producers, the event offered research-based guidance focused on building healthier soils, improving productivity, and strengthening local food systems.

Mobile Drip Irrigation (MDI) is an innovative technology being introduced in the Columbia Basin. MDI has been shown to effectively reduce evaporation losses and improve saturation in the targeted root zone. A recent report from Kansas State University indicated that using MDI during the early stages of crop development led to a 35% reduction in evaporation from bare soil and crop canopies compared to traditional spray nozzle systems.

As winter fades and spring sunshine returns to Moses Lake, many of us are ready to open the windows, shake off the dust, and freshen things up around the house. Yards are getting attention, garden beds are being prepped, and outdoor spaces are coming back to life.

Improving water quality starts at home. Your septic system plays a bigger role than you might think. The Columbia Basin Conservation District (CBCD) offers a Septic Rebate Program to help homeowners living in Moses Lake maintain their systems while reducing nutrient pollution. If you qualify, you can receive up to $800 for a septic inspection, pumping, or minor repairs.

Mark your calendars for the 2026 Crab Creek Summit, taking place on May 28, 2026, at the Wanapum Heritage Center. This annual gathering brings together landowners, conservation partners, and community members to collaborate on solutions that support a healthy and resilient Crab Creek watershed.

Each spring, the skies above the Columbia Basin come alive with the calls of migrating sandhill cranes, a powerful reminder of the region’s role in supporting wildlife and habitat. The 2026 Othello Sandhill Crane Festival once again brought together community members, conservation partners, and visitors from across the Pacific Northwest to celebrate this incredible migration.

The 2026 Othello Sandhill Crane Festival is just around the corner! Mark your calendars for March 20-22, 2026, and join us in Othello, Washington, for a weekend celebrating the remarkable spring migration of Sandhill Cranes. This year’s theme, Discover Sandhill Magic, highlights the intricate journeys of migratory birds and the landscapes that support them.