top of page
Voluntary Stewardship Program (VSP) - Okanogan
< Explore more
Program level:
State
Provider:
Okanogan Conservation District
Benefits provided:
Financial, Free technical assistance
Land use:
Agriculture, Forest
Water-focused program:
No
Voluntary program to protect the environment and prevent sprawling development.
Overview
Description:
The Voluntary Stewardship Program has two primary objectives: protect critical areas on agricultural land and maintain and improve the long-term viability of agriculture. VSP is NOT a set of new regulations; its purpose is to focus and maximize voluntary incentive programs that already exist. Participation is voluntary and the program only applies where agricultural activities and critical areas overlap.
The plan offers a locally driven, grassroots approach to managing interactions between critical areas and agricultural activities, rather than 'one-size-fits-all' regulation. To learn more visit our website at https://www.okanogancd.org/vsp or call our VSP coordinator at: 509-429-3921
Eligibility:
Must be an agricultural owner or producer
Financial benefit:
Funding available for different projects (e.g. fences)
Contact information
Information last updated on July 15, 2025.
Planning Importance
Developing a forest, agricultural, or conservation plan helps identify and prioritize objectives for landowners. These objectives can determine what type programs to search for. Supporting organizations in your area often provide free consultation and planning.
Landscape Characteristics
See how your land fits into the broader context of regional conservation, ecosystem services, and working lands' values across the landscape through our interactive mapper tool. It could help you determine which program is a good fit for you!
Contact Us
bottom of page