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Hooked on Tradition: Highlights from the 2025 Moses Lake Carp Classic
The 2025 Moses Lake Carp Classic proved once again that a little wind and rain can’t dampen Eastern Washington’s competitive spirit. Held at Connelly Park in Moses Lake on May 17th, there was a great turnout of 27 boats and 73 participants, ready to take on the elements and each other. By the end of the day, participants had removed 351 carp, totaling an incredible 3,400 pounds of invasive fish removed from Moses Lake.

Moses Lake Watershed Council
May 212 min read
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Bowfishing for a Better Lake: 2025 Carp Classic Returns
The 2025 Moses Lake Carp Classic returns this Saturday, May 17th, at Connelly Park in Moses Lake. This annual bowfishing tournament is more than just a competition — it’s a community-powered conservation effort.

Moses Lake Watershed Council
May 121 min read
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Ripple Effect Workshop Sparks Connection and Conservation in Royal City
On Saturday, May 3, the Columbia Basin Conservation District (CBCD) hosted a Ripple Effect Workshop at Royal City High School. The event brought together 14 landowners from the Lower Crab Creek area to learn about available conservation programs and share ideas for improving land management.

Moses Lake Watershed Council
May 122 min read
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Tracking Phosphorus in Rocky Ford Creek: A Collaborative Watershed Study
On April 2nd, partners from the Columbia Basin Conservation District (CBCD) and Aspect Consulting conducted field sampling for the Upper Crab Creek and Rocky Ford Spring Phosphorus Transport Study. Britton Baker (CBCD) and Stephen Bartlett (Aspect) were out in the field gathering data to support this important effort.

Moses Lake Watershed Council
May 11 min read
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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

Moses Lake Watershed Council
Mar 201 min read
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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

Moses Lake Watershed Council
Mar 202 min read
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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 172 min read
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Join Us for the 2025 Columbia Basin Home & Garden Show
We’re excited to announce that the Columbia Basin Conservation District and the Moses Lake Watershed Council will be participating in the...

Moses Lake Watershed Council
Feb 131 min read
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Celebrating Conservation: CBCD’s 2024 Impact Report Highlights Progress in Moses Lake
We are excited to share the Columbia Basin Conservation District's 2024 Impact Report, highlighting the conservation achievements made...

Moses Lake Watershed Council
Feb 131 min read
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Speak Up for Moses Lake: Water Quality Survey Now Open
We want to hear from you! Moses Lake is a vital part of our community, and your voice matters. This short survey is designed to gather...

Moses Lake Watershed Council
Jan 271 min read
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Exciting Changes are Happening at Lower Peninsula Park
On Wednesday, October 23rd, our staff teamed up with the City of Moses Lake to create a demonstration garden featuring low-water plants...

Moses Lake Watershed Council
Nov 4, 20242 min read
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Fall 2024 Newsletter
In thanks to the collaborative efforts of the Moses Lake Watershed Council, we have been able to support several initiatives and events...

Moses Lake Watershed Council
Oct 9, 20241 min read
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The 2024 State of Our Lake: A Great Success
On Monday, September 16th, the Moses Lake Watershed Council and the Columbia Basin Conservation District (CBCD), along with our partner...

Moses Lake Watershed Council
Oct 7, 20242 min read
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The 2024 Dry Falls Floodfest Was One to Remember
On Saturday, July 20th, 2024, the Columbia Basin Conservation District (CBCD) made a splash at Floodfest 2024. Our dedicated team,...

Moses Lake Watershed Council
Jul 23, 20241 min read
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Summer 2024 Newsletter
In thanks to the collaborative efforts of the Moses Lake Watershed Council, we have been able to support several initiatives and events...

Moses Lake Watershed Council
Jul 22, 20241 min read
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Yarely - A play to remember
On May 18th, the Moses Lake Watershed Council and the Columbia Basin Conservation District along with their partner organizations brought...

Moses Lake Watershed Council
May 24, 20242 min read
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Save the Date: State of the Lake 2024
September 16, 2024. Details and more information about this event coming soon!

Moses Lake Watershed Council
Apr 19, 20241 min read
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The Phosphorus Mitigation Project
Work on the Moses Lake Phosphorus Mitigation Project began the first week of April. The storage tanks for Eutrosorb WC, a liquid...

Ronnie Sawyer, CBCD
Apr 19, 20241 min read
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Efforts Underway to Protect and Restore Grebes Nesting Areas
Moses Lake and the Columbia Basin, furnish critical nesting habitats for both Western and Clark's Grebes. Grebes are known for their...

Ronnie Sawyer, CBCD
Apr 18, 20241 min read
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THE 7TH ANNUAL WSU GRANT-ADAMS MASTER GARDENERS & COLUMBIA BASIN CONSERVATION DISTRICT ECO-GARDENING SYMPOSIUM
April 20, 2024 | 9:00am-1:00pm. The main theme for this year is all about water savings. The symposium will address the water situation

Moses Lake Watershed Council
Apr 16, 20241 min read
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