Environment, ecology, and conservation

Climate change action

Environmental education

Join us to learn about the environment we live in through programs appropriate for all ages. Plan field trips to treatment plants and landfills, find lesson plans and materials for schools and find opportunities for internships and summer jobs.

Flood services

Learn how to prepare for and be alerted when rivers flood in King County.

Forestry services

Find services for forest land owners and look up King County programs, plans, regulations, opportunities and forest safety advice for King County residents who manage forest land.

Landslide hazards along King County river corridors

Learn about the locations and types of landslides that can occur in King County river corridors. Understanding where landslides have happened in the past and the different types of landslides can help you be prepared.

Projects

Environmental projects that restore fish and wildlife habitat, improve water quality, reduce flood risk and manage stormwater.

Science services

King County scientists gather and study data and information to inform how best to take care of our environment and to protect and restore clean water and healthy habitat. Find our work here.

Stormwater and surface water management

Information and resources for stormwater and surface water management in King County.

Volunteering and environmental stewardship

Find outdoor volunteer events near you. Get conservation ideas. Transition to clean energy. Restore nature where you live and help regenerate diverse and healthy ecology.

Watersheds, rivers, streams, and lakes

Find water and land info and services by watershed area in King County including studies, data, activities, grants, and much more.

Wildlife in King County

Learn about the living things that call King County home, and what we do to protect, restore and help them regenerate.

Northwest natural yard and garden

This page provides earth-friendly info about gardening and yard care. For similar info and programs for farmers in King County, please visit our King County agriculture page.