Natural Resources

Our mission is to promote conservation through identification and understanding of the local natural resources.

San Juan Islands Conservation Districts 'Living in the San Juan Islands Handbook' contains information on natural resources in the County.

Living in the San Juan Islands Handbook (PDF 3.8 MB)

Living in the SJI Section-Water Resources

Living in the SJI-Terrestrial Habitat

Living in the SJIs-Agriculture


Natural Resources Inventory

If you need any help you contact any of the staff at the Conservation District. Schedule a site visit today.

Natural Resources Inventory Form (22KB PDF)

green ground checklist

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Shorelines and Waterfront Information from People for Puget Sound

Identifying Spartina in Puget Sound (PDF 1.7MB)
Invasive Spartina in Puget Sound (PDF 15.1 MB)
People for Puget Sound Beach Guide (PDF 2.4 MB)
Toxics Puget Sound Food Web 2001 (PDF 1.1 MB)


Research Papers

Marine Birds in Decline in the Puget Sound Georgia Basin - Nov 2006 - Joe Gaydos (PDF 1.1 MB)