Active and Archived Issues
NCWAS is currently involved with all the issues shown in the sidebar list on the right side of this page. Click on any topic to see an explanation of the issue.
The Issue Archives section at the bottom of the list contains the history of issues that are either now complete or which previously were used to describe NCWAS’ involvement in that topic.
Conservation Program Overview
We have developed a broad, results-based Conservation Program that is reflective of, and effectively implements ,our mission.
Governance
Our Conservation Program operates under a set of guidelines approved by NCWAS Board. The guidelines (read them here) govern every aspect of our work, with the goal of promoting a sound decision-making structure and establishing the vision around which our Conservation Program is built and managed. The guidelines are intended to ensure that our efforts deliver meaningful work that is targeted at our mission.
Current Issues
We are engaged in the following issues. Click on the link below to learn about the issue.
- The Horan Natural Area
- Rock Island Ponds
- Nason Ridge Community Forest
- Enloe Dam
- Upper Wenatchee Watershed Project
- Community Science projects
- Shrub-steppe Conservation Project
- Icicle Creek Water Management Strategy
- The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and Coastal Plain
- Global Warming
- Nason Ridge Community Forest
- Issue Archives updated November 2023
If you have questions or comments regarding any of these issues, or our work in general – Please send us an email.