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CBCD Measures Groundwater Levels as New OGWRP System Comes Online
The data collected through the Columbia Basin Conservation District's (CBCD) Groundwater Monitoring Program serves as a critical tool for assessing and informing the implementation of local conservation efforts and sustainable water use in the basin.

Columbia Basin Conservation District
Apr 16, 2025


CBCD Joins DC Fly-in to Support the OGWRP
Side by side with the Columbia Basin Development League (CBDL) and the East Columbia Basin Irrigation District (ECBID), CBCD was invited to meet with several members of Washington State’s congressional delegation, federal committee members, and agency leadership on March 2nd and 3rd to advocate for the advancement of the Columbia Basin Project, including the Odessa Groundwater Replacement Program (OGWRP).

Columbia Basin Conservation District
Apr 16, 2025


Garden & Worm Bin Celebration at Vanguard Academy
Columbia Basin Conservation District is proud to partner with Vanguard Academy in celebrating their incredible student-led garden and worm bin projects! Join us on Thursday, April 17, from 6–7 PM at Vanguard Academy in Moses Lake for an inspiring, hands-on evening focused on conservation, creativity, and community.

Columbia Basin Conservation District
Apr 15, 2025


Irrigation Water Management Planning Training – May 13-15, 2025
The Columbia Basin Conservation District, in partnership with the Washington State Conservation Commission and the Center for Technical

Columbia Basin Conservation District
Apr 3, 2025


Septic to Sewer Conversion Begins on Westshore Drive: A Major Step for Moses Lake Water Quality
The Columbia Basin Conservation District (CBCD) with grant funding from the Washington State Department of Ecology, is providing eligible la

Columbia Basin Conservation District
Mar 20, 2025


The Second Round of Lake Treatment in Moses Lake is Set to Begin on April 7, 2025
Work on the Moses Lake Phosphorus Mitigation Project is set to resume this spring, with the second round of lake treatment scheduled to begi

Columbia Basin Conservation District
Mar 20, 2025


Work Begins on the Columbia Basin Groundwater Cooperative Interactive Web Application
On Friday, March 7th, key partners and consultants gathered in person and online for the kickoff meeting of the Columbia Basin Groundwater C

Columbia Basin Conservation District
Mar 17, 2025


Join Us for the 2025 Othello Sandhill Crane Festival
The 2025 Othello Sandhill Crane Festival is just around the corner! Mark your calendars for March 21-23 and join us in Othello,...

Columbia Basin Conservation District
Mar 17, 2025


Wheat Week Brings Excitement to Almira and Coulee City Elementary Schools
Last week, Kaley Wisher, Columbia Basin Conservation District’s Conservation Biologist, brought Wheat Week to the students of Almira and...

Columbia Basin Conservation District
Feb 20, 2025


Join Us for STEM Night at Garden Heights Elementary!
Join us for Take Flight STEM Night on February 27th from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at Garden Heights Elementary! Sponsored by Apple STEM Network,...

Columbia Basin Conservation District
Feb 20, 2025
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