Upcoming Events

United in Conservation Conference: Local Agriculture in a Time of a Changing Climate

October 2nd, 2026
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Lacey Community Center
6729 Pacific Ave SE, Lacey, WA 98503

This day-long conference, United in Conservation: Local Agriculture in the Time of a Changing Climate, will explore how local agriculture can adapt and build resilience in the face of a changing climate. The event combines classroom presentations with practical, field-based learning for farmers, ranchers, gardeners, local leaders, policy makers, and anyone interested in local food systems, conservation, and climate adaptation.

Learn more here.

Harvest Festival

October 3rd, 2026
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
South Union Grange
10030 Tilley Rd SW #860, Olympia, WA 98512

Join us to celebrate the season’s harvest and the changing seasons! This family friendly event will include a pie baking contest, scarecrow building, kid’s activities, cider pressing, live music, food, and more! Learn more here.

Farm-to-Table Dinner & Fundraiser

October 3rd, 2026
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Summit Farms
1185 Whitehall Ln SE, Olympia, WA 98501

Join Thurston Conservation District for a Farm-to-Table Harvest Dinner at the beautiful Summit Farms, a charming 28-acre regenerative farm and community gathering space. Enjoy an evening of great food, live entertainment, and community as we raise funds for our future Education & Conservation Center.

Learn more and purchase tickets here.

Orca Recovery Day

October 17th, 2026
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Squaxin Park
2600 East Bay Drive Northeast, Olympia, WA 98506

Join TCD and the City of Olympia for our annual Orca Recovery Day! Volunteers are invited to be a part of the solution for our endangered Southern Resident orca whales. During this restoration event, we will work together to restore forested habitats to their intended state by planting Pacific Northwest trees and shrubs. The day will also include a guided shore walk, refreshments, and a chance to connect with other orca-loving humans!

Learn more and register here.

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Calendar

Check our calendar regularly to find events we’re hosting or participating in, community partner events, and our regular public board meetings. To learn more about posted events, RSVP to a TCD hosted event, or have your event added to our calendar, contact: Nora Carman-White, nwhite@thurstoncd.com or 360-999-3727.

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