Carbon Conservation District - Montana

06/10/2026

The meeting scheduled for this month will be rescheduled to next Wednesday, June 17th at 7pm.

05/18/2026

Come join us tomorrow at the Joliet Community Center from 6-8pm and learn about that changes that the rivers that affect our communities are changing

Join us at the Joliet Community Center next Tuesday, 5/19, for our annual meeting! Pizza and Channel Migration Zone mapping discussion at 6pm. See you there!

05/11/2026

If you ordered trees I am picking them up today! They will be available for pickup at the Joliet office on Thursday and Friday. Look forward to seeing you all! 🌲🌳🪴

05/07/2026

Love conservation, community, and working outdoors?

A great opportunity is now open in Carbon County! The Clarks Fork Yellowstone Partnership is hiring a part-time Watershed Coordinator to help support local watershed and conservation efforts.

Flexible schedule, meaningful work, and the chance to make a real impact locally.

Check out the full job announcement below 👇

05/05/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 30, 2026

Patricia Spencer, Communications Supervisor,
Water Resources Division, DNRC
[email protected] (406) 502-8295

Wildfires Increase Flooding Risks
HELENA, Mont. – An unusually dry winter may lead to hotter, drier conditions across the state this summer. While some wildfire effects are well known, a lesser-known impact is an increased risk of flooding in areas affected by wildfire.

“It is difficult to think about flooding in the middle of or after a wildfire event. We urge residents to be observant of rapidly changing conditions, especially on uphill slopes, and be prepared for the possibility of flooding,” said Traci Sears, Montana National Flood Insurance Program coordinator at The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC).

Most flood events in Montana occur when rain falls on snow in the spring, but flash floods can happen throughout the year and are particularly common after wildfires.

Wildfires remove vegetation and leave the ground charred and unable to absorb water, creating ideal conditions for flash flooding and debris flows when rainfall or snowmelt occurs, even in areas that are not considered high-risk flood zones. Properties directly affected by fire, as well as those located below or downstream of burn areas, are most at risk.

The increased risk of high-velocity, debris-laden flooding can persist for several years after a fire. Flooding in burned areas is often severe because ash and debris can form mudflows that cause significant damage to homes, properties, communities and recreational areas.

To learn more about areas affected by wildfire, visit DNRC’s wildfire information at: mtfireinfo.org.

Most homeowner insurance policies do not cover flood damage. Flood insurance is a risk option to protect property owners from flood-after-fire events. New flood insurance policies typically take 30-days to go into effect, so homeowners are encouraged to seek coverage if they are not insured for flooding. An exception to the 30-day rule is when flooding occurs directly related to fires on federal lands. Contact an insurance agent for more information and rates.

For more flood-after-fire or flood insurance information, visit: mtfloodplain.mt.gov, or the Office of the Montana State Auditor.

05/02/2026

Want to learn more about water rights? The DNRC is offering a full day workshop on May 15th.
https://www.facebook.com/share/1CqLdJ96mx/?mibextid=wwXIfr

The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) Water Rights Bureau is hosting a full-day workshop focusing on current water right application processes, with special attention to recent legislative changes and court decisions.

Learn more at https://mtbeef.org/event/montana-dnrc-montana-water-rights-training/

04/22/2026

Calling all local farmers, growers, and crafters! This is a great opportunity to connect directly with people looking for your products and support local businesses.

This platform isn’t limited to Carbon County, so please share it throughout your community and help spread the word!

If you’re a craftsperson, brand, grower or artist, your heart belongs in the studio, the shop, or the field - not stressing over social media algorithms!

Welcome to Farmer’s Market Online (FMO). We are thrilled to introduce a brand-new marketplace built to celebrate you and help your business thrive!

Why you’ll love being an FMO Pilot Seller:

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2. Meet Your Biggest Fans: We bring eager, nationwide buyers right to your storefront, so you can focus on creating magic.

3. Grow With Joy, Not Risk: No hidden fees, no forced ads, and absolutely zero commitment. Just pure support.

4. Special Pilot Invitation: We are looking for our founding sellers to join the family!

Join the Pilot Sellers Program and get One Month Subscription Completely FREE!

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04/16/2026

The conservation district’s tree sales are now closed. Thank you to all of the public that placed orders, with your help we’ll be putting close to 4000 trees in Carbon County!

04/13/2026

Time is running out!

04/10/2026

Great article about the local fish populations with our favorite fisheries biologists! Nice job Demi, Shannon, Bryan and Ben!

Following a warm and dry winter, one of south-central Montana's major tourist attractions, the Bighorn River, is facing low water levels despite its location below Yellowtail Dam.