Central Klickitat Conservation District is making strides in wildfire preparedness and forest health in its community.
CKCD is in an area with high fuel loads (think flammable materials like brush and downed trees) and wildfire risk. To mitigate this risk, CKCD has teamed up with local agencies to reduce fire hazards and boost community safety.
Through fuel reduction on public and private lands, home assessments, and education as part of the Wildfire Ready Neighbors program, CKCD has supported vital projects, including clearing hazardous fuels around homes. This effort has not only reduced wildfire risks but has also empowered residents to protect their properties and strengthen emergency communications.
Palouse Conservation District’s FLOURISH program is a farmer-led effort advancing soil health and climate resilience across the Inland Northwest.
Generations of farming along Hangman Creek have faced erosion and water quality challenges. Through a partnership between the Spokane and Pine Creek Conservation Districts and the Washington State Department of Ecology, local landowners are restoring natural stream channels, planting native vegetation, and stabilizing creek banks, all while keeping working lands productive. Together, they’re proving that voluntary conservation benefits both farms and fish.
Generations of farming along Hangman Creek have faced erosion and water quality challenges. Through a partnership between the Spokane and Pine Creek Conservation Districts and the Washington State Department of Ecology, local landowners are restoring natural stream channels, planting native vegetation, and stabilizing creek banks, all while keeping working lands productive. Together, they’re proving that voluntary conservation benefits both farms and fish.
