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Programs & Services

The Okanogan Conservation District provides service free of cost to landowners and residents within the district's boundaries. District programs are categorized under six general natural resource categories - water resources, forest & wildfire, agriculture & range, aquatic & habitats, youth education, and communication & outreach and are inclusive of many kinds of conservation projects and services.

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Water Resources

Our services include:​

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Forest & Wildfire

Our services include:​

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Aquatic & Habitats

Our services include:​

  • Stream health and wetland restoration

  • Water quality improvements

  • Plant, animal, and ecosystem health

  • Pollinator plantings

  • Native plant selection

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Youth Education

Our services include:​

  • PreK-12 lessons

  • Outdoor field explorations

  • School gardens

  • Envirothon competition

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Communication & Outreach

Our services include:​

  • Educational program guides

  • Soil health, air quality, and water resources

  • Planting recommendations

  • Wildfire resiliency and recovery resources

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Conservation Projects

At the district we are able to provide assistance for smaller customizable conservation projects that fit your needs as a landowner. We can also help connect you with other organizations and partners if you need assistance with larger-scale projects. Learn more about our current projects, programs, and services below!

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Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP)

The Okanogan Conservation District is embarking on a journey with Okanogan County and many other partners to update the 2013 CWPP. We will work throughout 2024 to gather input from communities and partners to prioritize wildfire mitigation actions that will be the focus of responders and agencies for the next 5-10 years.

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Okanogan County Water Bank (OCWB)

A local water bank aims to protect water rights, prevent water from leaving the County, and to have a place where water resources are locally administered and available for agriculture, habitat, and residential needs. We will host public meetings throughout 2024 as the development of the bank continues.

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Voluntary Stewardship Program (VSP)

We help agricultural producers with new and/or existing conservation projects that meet VSP objectives to 1) protect critical areas on agricultural lands and 2) maintain agriculture viability of local farmers, ranchers, and producers. Are you an agricultural user? Visit our page to fill out a stewardship checklist and learn more!

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Drought Preparedness Plan (LDPP)

The Okanogan Conservation District is working with various partners across Okanogan County to create a Local Drought Preparedness Plan (LDPP). This project gathers input from community members to understand local drought risks and impacts and help identify projects that can improve the resiliency of water resources for our communities.

Stay in the Loop!

Visit our news page to learn more about previous events and projects and catch up with the latest newsletter!

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USDA Service Center

1251 2nd Avenue South, Room 102

Okanogan WA 98840

(509) 422-0855

© 2025 Okanogan Conservation District. All rights reserved.

Office Hours

Monday–Friday: 8:00am–4:30pm

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