The Columbia Basin Conservation District (CBCD) is proud to announce that we are now offering Salmon-Safe Certification services to local growers, landowners, and businesses. This program recognizes and supports land stewards who take proactive steps to protect water quality, fish habitat, and the health of our local watersheds.

Kaley Wisher, CBCD’s Education and Outreach Program Coordinator, recently joined the Herbicide Resistance Group on a tour showcasing their ongoing research on crop rotations and herbicide-resistant weeds. This grower-led group, guided by Nick Bergmann, studies how different crops—like sorghum—can play a role in breaking weed cycles and building more resilient farming systems across the Columbia Basin. Tour group stands in a field of sorghum. Photo thanks to Kaley Wisher, CBCD

The Columbia Basin Conservation District (CBCD), a State of Washington governmental subdivision established under RCW 89.08, seeks to retain the services of a qualified consultant to conduct the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)-required cultural resources work for an on-farm Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) project near Connell in Adams and Franklin counties, Washington.

This year’s Washington State Lake Protection Association (WALPA) Annual Conference will take place in Moses Lake, October 8–10, 2025, at the Best Western Plus Lake Front Hotel. WALPA, founded in 1986, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting Washington’s lakes.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 1, 2025 The Columbia Basin Conservation District (CBCD) is accepting applications starting immediately,...

Last week, the Moses Lake Watershed Council (MLWC) hosted the annual State of Our Lake meeting, bringing together community members, local agencies, and partners to share updates on the health and management of Moses Lake. Nearly 50 people, both in person and online, joined the discussion, reflecting the strong community commitment to a healthy Moses Lake.

The Washington Association of Conservation Districts (WACD) is once again offering a wide variety of native plants for landowners, conservation patterns, and restoration projects across the state!

For many people, Labor Day weekend marks the unofficial end of summer. But in the Columbia Basin, it’s also the best time to think about your lawn. Whether you’re starting fresh or overseeding to fill in bare patches, early September offers the ideal conditions for planting grass that will thrive through the seasons ahead.

The Moses Lake Watershed Council invites you to attend the 4th Annual State of Our Lake community meeting on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the Civic Center Council Chambers (401 S. Balsam St., Moses Lake). An online option will also be available.

We are creating a 2026 Columbia Basin Conservation District calendar featuring local photos from Grant and Adams Counties! Community members are invited to submit their best shots showcasing our landscapes, agriculture, water, wildlife, and the people who make our region special.