West O‘ahu Soil & Water Conservation District
The West O‘ahu SWCD has been serving our agricultural community since January 4, 1950. Today, producers from ‘Ewa to Waialua and out to Waihiawā count on the West O‘ahu SWCD to provide conservation planning, water management planning and meter size recommendations, public outreach and general technical assistance.
West O‘ahu SWCD directors (L-R):
Peter Gibson, Eric Mitchell & Larry Jefts (missing: John McHugh & Richard McCormack)
Meeting Information
Agriculture producers interested in becoming a Cooperator should attend a SWCD meeting. West O‘ahu SWCD generally meets on the
3rd Tuesday of each month at 12:30 pm at the HARC Building, Room 301 in ‘Aiea.
Please fill out all application materials 
prior to the meeting. Call our office at (808) 483-8600 ext. 354 to reconfirm the meeting.
Conservation Planning
Developing conservation plans is West O‘ahu SWCD's top priority. All types of producers in West O‘ahu - from nursery operators to ranchers, small tree farmers to large vegetable producers - have sought assistance from the District. Each conservation plan is tailored to meet the individual farmer's business goals and resource concerns. Over the years, we have served many producers, including the dozens of new Cooperators in recent years. Click on a thumbnail to learn about our conservation planning projects.
Permitting & Exemptions
Some conservation plans include practices that require permitting through various federal, state or county agencies. Cooperators with District approved conservation plans may also apply for permit exemptions to the City & County of Honolulu Grading, Grubbing and Stockpiling Ordinances. Depending on the practices you choose, you may need to apply for other permits. District Cooperators are required to acquire all necessary permits before starting work. Click here for permitting information or here for a print copy. 
Windbreak Options
Questions about windbreaks? The O‘ahu SWCD staff, along with the NRCS Plant Materials Center, compiled a list of Windbreak Replacement Options. Or click here for a print copy.
Water Management Planning
West O‘ahu SWCD offers Water Management Plans to Cooperators looking to improve their irrigation systems and practices. We also give Meter Size Recommendations to those seeking larger agriculture water meters from the Honolulu Board of Water Supply. To apply, please fill in our Cooperator application and a Water Management Data Sheet. Call (808) 483-8600 ext. 354 for more information.
Public Outreach Activities
West O‘ahu SWCD has participated in a number of outreach projects throughout the years. This past year, our outreach projects have focused on expanding our services to immigrant farmers and linking the O‘ahu SWCDs with other agencies interested in conservation. Click on a thumbnail above to read about our recent outreach events.
Read The Oahu Outlook to learn more about our 2006-2007 projects.
Special Projects
Contact our office to learn about our special projects and volunteer opportunities.