Welcome

The Intertribal Timber Council (ITC) invites you to the Braided Canopy – Building Partnerships That Work with USDA NRCS Workshop, it will be taking place on September 22–23, 2026, at the Quinault Beach Resort & Casino in Ocean Shores, WA. Hosted alongside the Quinault Indian Nation, this two-day event will help Washington Tribes navigate NRCS programs, unlock funding for landscape-scale projects, and leverage resources for soil health testing, Alternative Funding Arrangements, the Regenerative Pilot Program, tribal case studies and tribal tour.

Key Information

• Who Can Attend: Federally recognized Washington Tribes, Tribal staff, leaders, natural resource professionals, and ITC members.

• Complimentary Registration: Free for Washington Tribes actively pursuing or exploring NRCS funding opportunities.

• Travel & Lodging: Travel reimbursement is available for federally recognized Tribes. ITC will automatically book your hotel room at the venue based on the dates you provide during registration. Please register by August 30, 2026, to secure your lodging. Lodging confirmation will be emailed to attendees in early September.

• Register Now: Click on the register button to reserve your spot!

Workshop & Tribal Tour

• NRCS Workshop: Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.

• Optional Tribal Tour: Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 8:00 am - 2:00 pm. (Bus transportation provided; required for all participants).

Questions?

Contact the ITC office by email laura@itcnet.org or by phone (503) 282-4296.