What Clark Conservation District does

Clark Conservation District (Clark CD) is a non-regulatory special purpose district and political subdivision of the State of Washington, established under RCW 89.08 in 1942 and headquartered in Vancouver, Washington. The district provides free, voluntary conservation services to landowners and residents across 99.5% of Clark County's land base, with a team of approximately 10 employees delivering technical assistance, conservation planning, site visits, and educational programming. It is governed by a five-member board of supervisors (three locally elected, two appointed by the Washington State Conservation Commission) and operates as one of 45 conservation districts in Washington State and nearly 3,000 nationwide.

The district's product surface is a portfolio of conservation programs including Poop Smart Clark (septic reimbursement and manure management), Streamside Restoration, Native Plant Sale (annual e-commerce sale), Farm & Livestock assistance, Manure Exchange, Cost Share funding, Equipment Rentals, Watershed Stewardship education, Forestry, Habitat Restoration, Stormwater Management, and Soil Health resources. It does not operate a technology platform; its core capability is domain expertise in Best Management Practices (BMPs) for soil, water, habitat, stormwater, forestry, and agricultural management, delivered through direct field engagement, cost-share programs, workshops, and webinars. Channel mix includes website content, email newsletter, Instagram, community partnerships (USDA NRCS, WSU Extension, Clark County Public Works, Columbia Springs, WDFW), and an annual native plant sale via Shopify.

Revenue mechanics rely entirely on competitive grants and contracts from local, state, and federal sources — restricted by program, limited in duration, and vulnerable to budget cycles — supplemented by tax-deductible donations and a pending proposal before Clark County Council for a system of rates and charges (up to $25 per parcel plus $0.10 per acre per year) that would establish a stable, locally controlled funding mechanism. Geographic scope is structurally constrained to district boundaries; expansion signals are concentrated in program portfolio, funding mechanism, and digital channel breadth rather than market geography.

Name

Clark Conservation District

Legal name

Clark Conservation District

Website

https://clarkcd.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1942

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Clark Conservation District is a non-regulatory Washington State special purpose district, founded 1942, providing free voluntary conservation technical assistance, cost-share funding, and educational programs to landowners and residents across 99.5% of Clark County, Washington.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Conservation Services

NAICS

Administration of Conservation Programs (92412), Administration of Conservation Programs (924120), Environment, Conservation and Wildlife Organizations (813312)

akta.pro primary industry

Wildlife, Biodiversity & Habitat Conservation Administration (BPAIAMAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (BPAIACAI), Community Center Education Programs (EDAAAFAB)

Keywords

• Soil conservation services
• Water quality protection
• Habitat restoration programs
• Agricultural best practices
• Riparian restoration services

Headquarters

HQ city

Vancouver

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Grant Funding: Clark CD is currently funded entirely through competitive grants and contracts from local, state, and federal sources. This funding is restricted to specific program uses, limited in duration, and vulnerable to reduction or elimination with little notice.
2. Proposed Rates and Charges: Clark CD is requesting Clark County Council to adopt a system of rates and charges (up to $25 per parcel plus $0.10 per acre per year) to establish stable, locally controlled funding mechanism.
3. Donations: Charitable contributions accepted from the public to support conservation work that benefits landowners and residents of Clark County. Donations are tax-deductible under section 170(c)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Clark Conservation District is a non-regulatory government special purpose district that provides free voluntary technical assistance, conservation planning, educational programming, and financial cost-share assistance to landowners and residents of Clark County, Washington for implementing conservation practices that protect soil, water, habitat, and agricultural resources.

Product overview

Clark Conservation District is a non-regulatory government organization offering voluntary conservation programs and educational services to Clark County residents. The District operates as a portfolio of interconnected programs including Poop Smart Clark (septic reimbursement), Streamside Restoration, Native Plant Sale, Farm & Livestock assistance, Manure Exchange, Cost Share funding, Equipment Rentals, Watershed Stewardship education, Forestry management, Habitat Restoration, Stormwater Management, Soil Health resources, and Livestock & Nutrient Management. These programs are delivered through direct technical assistance, financial cost-sharing, educational workshops and webinars, and the annual Native Plant Sale. The District serves as a free, non-regulatory resource helping residents implement conservation practices that improve water quality, enhance habitat, support sustainable agriculture, and strengthen forest resilience across Clark County.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Poop Smart Clark: A program providing financial and technical assistance to agricultural producers and septic system reimbursements for Clark County residents to implement conservation practices that improve soil, water, and related natural resources.
• Native Plant Sale

Products and services

• Poop Smart Clark Septic system reimbursement and manure management program providing financial and technical assistance to agricultural producers and on-site sewage system repairs for Clark County residents to implement conservation practices that improve soil, water, and related natural resources.
• Streamside Restoration Program helping landowners restore and protect riparian areas, streamside buffers, and fish habitat along waterways.
• Native Plant Sale Annual sale of native plants to promote conservation landscaping, habitat restoration, and use of native vegetation in Clark County landscapes.
• Farm & Livestock Technical and financial assistance for farmers and livestock owners on conservation practices, pasture management, and sustainable agriculture.
• Manure Exchange Program connecting livestock owners with excess manure to farmers who can use it as a resource, promoting proper manure management and recycling.
• Cost Share Financial assistance program helping landowners implement conservation practices on their properties through cost-sharing arrangements funded through grants.
• Equipment Rentals Rental program providing conservation equipment to landowners for implementing conservation practices on their properties.
• Watershed Stewardship Educational series teaching residents about Clark County watersheds, stream health, water quality, and watershed protection.
• Forestry Program helping forestland owners with forest management planning, conservation practices, and wildfire resilience.
• Habitat Restoration Technical assistance and resources for landowners restoring wildlife habitat, including native plantings, pollinator support, and backyard habitat creation.
• Stormwater Management & Water Quality Resources and assistance for managing stormwater, protecting water quality, and understanding water conservation for Clark County residents.
• Soil Health Educational resources and technical assistance on soil conservation practices, soil health improvement, and sustainable land management.
• Livestock & Nutrient Management Resources and best management practices for livestock owners on manure management, pasture stewardship, and nutrient management.
• Workshops & Webinars Educational events and recorded webinars covering conservation topics including meadowscaping, septic care, manure management, habitat creation, and watershed stewardship.
• Get Assistance Request for assistance service connecting residents with free technical expertise and information about conservation practices for their properties.

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2023Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) collaboration for Poop Smart Clark program. NRCS and Clark CD jointly accept applications for funding to support conservation practices on agricultural ground. This partnership provides both financial and technical assistance to agricultural producers.
• Washington State Conservation CommissioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOversees and provides guidance to conservation districts in Washington State. Appoints two members to Clark CD's five-member board of supervisors. Provides election and appointment oversight.
• Columbia SpringsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnvironmental education nonprofit co-hosting family-friendly events with Clark CD. Columbia Springs operates an outdoor education center in Vancouver, WA.
• Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides educational animals for turtle presentations and resources on living with wildlife. WDFW's Habitat at Home Program referenced for homeowner habitat restoration guidance.
• Beavers NorthwestminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization focused on beaver conflict resolution and education. Referenced in streamside restoration resources as partner for learning about managing beaver-related issues.
• Clark County Public Works - Clean Water DivisioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOngoing collaboration on water quality protection and stream health. Clark County staff present at webinars and provide technical expertise on stormwater, livestock regulations, and waterway monitoring.
• WSU Extension Clark CountycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWSU Small Acreage Program provides publications, videos, and Living on the Land curriculum for farmers. Clark CD links to WSU resources and staff collaborate on educational content.
• South West Amphibian Monitoring Project (SWAMP)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAmphibian monitoring organization. Shell Devlaeminck from SWAMP presents on Clark County amphibian sites and coordinates volunteer surveying efforts.
• Lower Columbia Fish Enhancement GroupminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization providing salmon and steelhead online learning resources referenced in habitat restoration materials.
• East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation DistrictminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNeighboring conservation district that also hosts a native plant sale. Referenced as partner for additional native plant sale opportunities and shared native plant resource list.
• Eat Local FirstminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization connecting local producers with local customers. Clark CD references their website and map for residents to find local food opportunities and farmers markets.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service: Federal agency providing conservation technical and financial assistance nationwide. Clark CD's RCPP partner on Poop Smart Clark; while federal in scope, NRCS shares the conservation planning and cost-share mission and represents the largest incumbent in the broader conservation district ecosystem.
• Trust for Public Land: National nonprofit focused on land conservation, park creation, and working lands preservation. Operates conservation programs across Washington State with overlapping goals of habitat protection and natural resource stewardship.
• Washington State Conservation Commission: State agency providing oversight, funding, and policy direction to all 45 Washington conservation districts including Clark CD. Appointed governance role over Clark CD makes it the closest regulatory counterparty in the conservation district ecosystem.
• The Nature Conservancy: Global environmental nonprofit operating conservation programs across Washington and the Pacific Northwest. While not a government entity, TNC pursues similar habitat restoration, land stewardship, and conservation finance goals at greater scale, representing a broader incumbent in the regional conservation space.

Emerging players

• Columbia Springs: Vancouver, WA-based environmental education nonprofit co-hosting family-friendly events with Clark CD. Operates an outdoor education center in the same geography, serving overlapping audiences around conservation education and habitat awareness.
• Lower Columbia Fish Enhancement Group: Regional nonprofit explicitly listed as a Clark CD partner for salmon and steelhead habitat restoration. Operates in overlapping geography with focused mission on fish habitat improvement, complementing Clark CD's streamside restoration work.

Direct peers

• King Conservation District: Washington State conservation district serving King County under RCW 89.08. Offers the same statutory framework of voluntary conservation services, cost-share programs, and rate-funded structure, providing a relevant model for Clark CD's rates and charges trajectory.
• East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District: Neighboring Oregon conservation district explicitly referenced as a partner by Clark CD. Operates an identical model: voluntary, non-regulatory conservation programs, native plant sales, and cost-share funding for landowners in the Portland metro region across the Columbia River from Clark County.
• Pierce Conservation District: Washington State conservation district serving Pierce County under RCW 89.08. Operates voluntary conservation programs, native plant sales, and cost-share funding with comparable governance structure and program portfolio to Clark CD.
• Snohomish Conservation District: Washington State conservation district serving Snohomish County. Provides directly comparable services including farm planning, forestry assistance, native plant sales, and habitat restoration programs under the same RCW 89.08 framework.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/clark_conservation_district
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/clark-conservation-district

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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