Events

Explore practical ways to incorporate native plants into your farming operation - enhancing soil and water health, creating new income opportunities, and accessing technical guidance and funding options. Learn directly from MSU Extension educators, conservation professionals, and an experienced native seed producer as they share insights from the field. 

Join us in celebrating 2025's Community Awardees and socialize with Washtenaw County Conservation District staff, farmers, volunteers, partners, and county residents. This event is free and everyone is welcome to attend!

Appetizers will be provided, food and drink is available for purchase.

Programming will include a brief overview of WCCD's accomplishments as well as priorities for the year ahead.

Rain Barrel pre-sales open January 2, 2026. Any pre-orders will be available for pick-up at the first distribution on Monday, March 23 at our office back parking lot. Colors and quantities are limited!

PRE-SALE PERIOD: 
Store Opens (Pre-Order): January 2, 2026
Paper Forms Deadline: February 23
Online Store Deadline: March 23

PICK-UP DATES: 
Friday, April 24, 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday, April 25, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

WCCD Annual Meeting & Board Director Elections will take place at the Speaker Stage during our annual Native Plant Expo and Marketplace on June 6, 2026.

This event will include elections, a brief overview of WCCD’s accomplishments, as well as priorities for the year ahead.

8 am - 9 am: Early-bird hour - ticket required
9 am - 1 pm: Open to public - FREE!

Pre-sale Opens: February 23
Paper Forms Deadline: March 9
Online Store Deadline: March 23
Pre-Sale may close early due to our capacity limitations.

Order Pick-up: June 6, 9am - 1pm during the Native Plant Expo & Marketplace!

PRE-SALE PERIOD: 
Store Opens (Pre-Order): Monday, August TBD
Paper Forms Deadline: September TBD
Online Store Deadline: Sunday, September TBD

PICK-UP DATES: 
Friday, September 26, 2025  1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

EXTRA PLANTS SALE:
Friday, September 26, 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. ONLY