In the last two weeks, the Western U.S. briefly returned to an active weather pattern, adding almost 4 inches of water equivalent to the snowpack. Two weeks ago, the Snake River Headwaters basin had a record-low snow water equivalent of 5.2 inches (60% of normal). Currently, the Snake River Headwaters is at 9.2 inches (81% of normal).

In the preceding fiscal year, the Board of Supervisors awarded $718,105 in grants to support natural resource conservation in Teton County. Click the link below to learn about a selection of the projects that TCD has proudly supported, from 2017-present. 

Zoom out to view all projects, and click on individual icons for details and photos. (For smartphone viewing, navigate using the orange bar at the bottom of the window). 

University of Idaho Extension is offering a Master Gardener course, designed to elevate gardening skills, foster connections among gardeners, and empower participants to make meaningful contributions to the community.

The 2024 Teton Valley Master Gardener Program begins on February 15th, and registration is due by February 1st, 2024. 

For more details, click the link below or reach out to Jennifer Werlin at jwerlin@uidaho.edu.

Teton Farmer Fund The goal of the Teton Farmer Fund is to increase the amount of good, clean, and fair food in our community by helping those who produce it. This opportunity, created by Slow Food in the Tetons, and supported by TCD, supports regional food producers with grants up to $10,000. Eligible applicants must live within 250 miles of Jackson, WY, and the deadline to apply is tomorrow. Click here to learn more.

Partners in Conservation (PIC) PIC grants support natural resources conservation being carried out by nonprofits, businesses, educational institutions, government agencies, and individuals/landowners within Teton County, Wyoming. TCD typically funds up to 50% of a project, with the average grant ranging from $2,000 to $10,000. The deadline to apply is February 1st, 2024. Click here to learn more. 

At the Teton Conservation District, we recognize that the well-being of our dedicated team of employees is crucial for fostering a healthy work environment. Employee well-being is not only key to job satisfaction but also plays a vital role in maintaining a productive work environment and retaining employees. To nurture a positive workplace culture, we have recently introduced a wellness policy to our personnel handbook, aimed at enhancing the overall health and satisfaction of our staff.

Our new wellness policy includes the addition of three wellness days per year. These days can be used in any way that makes our team members feel good. Whether it's a day spent outdoors, engaging in a favorite hobby, spending time with loved ones, or simply taking a well-deserved break, these wellness days empower our employees to prioritize their health.

The incorporation of the wellness policy marks our first step, and we remain committed to exploring additional opportunities that benefit our staff, our organization, and positively impact our community and its natural resources. We recognize that continuously investing in our team contributes to the sustained success of our organization.