Jefferson County and the Jefferson Land Trust will use a WWRP grant to buy a conservation easement on Finnriver Farm, a 33-acre, certified organic farm, regionally known for its berries and vegetables. Farm owners have planted more than 900 apple and pear trees and are establishing an artisan-scale winery and cider production facility. Conservation values include prime agricultural soils, about one-quarter mile of Chimacum Creek, scenic vistas, and habitat for salmon, beaver, trumpeter swans, bear, eagles, hawks, and many other animals. The farm is platted into four parcels, each of which can be developed. The easement will be co-held by the county and land trust.Jefferson County will contribute $211,500 in cash donations and conservation futures.

WHAT IS THE WWRP'
The Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program (WWRP) is a state grant program that creates and conserves local and state parks, wildlife habitat and working farms. The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office administers WWRP grants, and the legislature funds the program.

The stream's riparian area on this property is currently enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program, through Jefferson Conservation District. See HWS project #02-05-007, B. CH RM 6.03 CREP for more information.