Olympia Branch Conservation and Stewardship Committee Meeting

Learn what the Olympia Branch will be doing in 2026 to help protect and repair the public lands we all use and count on. The meeting will give you an opportunity to identify and discuss which land managing agencies, which facilities and what issues concern you enough to get involved. Voice your ideas on how we can best contribute to the health of our environment, today and for the future.  Learn more about Committee Membership and consider becoming a Committee Member

NOTE: Since this is a meeting and not a hands on activity, a Stewardship Badge will not be awarded for participating.  No meal will be served.  

The point of this gathering is to unite branch members who share an interest in conservation and stewardship and are willing to participate or eventually lead a variety of meaningful stewardship activities.  In 2026 there is plenty to do.  The Stewardship Calendar needs trips and leaders  to restore habitat, remove invasive species, rescue threatened native species, repair and restore trails, clean Forest Service campgrounds and offer training is stewardship skills.  Learn where and how you can volunteer, develop new skills, consult with the people who manage these resources and learn what it takes to become a leader and organize work parties that meet your interests.

We understand that the upcoming changes in the political environment will likely include efforts to roll back environmental protections and the regulations protecting public lands.  We believe it is important to learn all we can about our role in preparing for the impacts of Climate Change and catastrophic 73% decline wildlife populations and the populations of many keystone species.  We must have a role to play.  This is the time to learn and embrace this role as an outdoor community. Please bring your ideas for Stewardship and Environmental Awareness outings, trips, and projects as well as your own personal calendar.