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How to practice conservation in your backyard

Black-eyed Susans and Zinnias in bloom in a backyard garden.
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Black-eyed Susans and Zinnias in bloom in a backyard garden.

We all want to help our planet by conserving our landscapes, but sometimes it can feel overwhelming.

But what if you could make a change in a small way, maybe in what you choose to plant in your backyard?

It turns out there’s a special workshop to do just that. It’s called “Conservation in Your Backyard.” Next month it’s part of the Ada County Soil & Water Conservation District’s’ “Water-Wise Workshops."

Jessica Harrold, the director of the district, and Crystal Davidson, Ada County Soil & Water's education and outreach coordinator joined Idaho Matters to talk more.

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