The City Nature Challenge is a four-day worldwide challenge where community members go out and make observations using their cell phone of wild plants and wild animals using the iNaturalist app. These observations go into a large database used by scientists to further their knowledge and research on biodiversity. You can be a citizen scientist
Visit with Marion SWCD about native and invasive plants! Mission Street Parks Conservancy’s annual spring plant sale supports Bush’s Pasture Park. Free parking. The plant sale will be held at the foot of the Soapbox Derby Track from 10 AM to 6 PM on Friday and from 9 AM to 3 PM on Saturday. Plants
The City Nature Challenge is a four-day worldwide challenge where community members go out and make observations using their cell phone of wild plants and wild animals using the iNaturalist app. These observations go into a large database used by scientists to further their knowledge and research on biodiversity. You can be a citizen scientist
The City Nature Challenge is a four-day worldwide challenge where community members go out and make observations using their cell phone of wild plants and wild animals using the iNaturalist app. These observations go into a large database used by scientists to further their knowledge and research on biodiversity. You can be a citizen scientist
Hazelnut growers, have you considered implementing, or do you currently have cover crops in your orchard? Join Marion SWCD and Chemeketa Community College Agriculture Program for a day in the field and classroom to learn about cover crops in Hazelnuts. Free lunch provided. There will be an expert panel of scientists, producers, and service providers
On-Farm Habitat can enhance beneficial insect populations that provide help with pest control and pollination. Most farms have many opportunities to add habitat for beneficial insects. Corin Pease, PNW Pollinator Conservation Specialist, Xerces Society.
FY 24-25 Public Budget Hearing Public Comment on 2024-25 Committee Approved Budget Agenda posted 1 week prior
New Date: May 8th, 2024 Agenda posted 1 week prior HB2560 requires that all Oregon public meetings held by a governing body of a public body, excluding executive sessions, must provide to members of the public an opportunity to access and attend the meeting by telephone, video or other electronic or virtual means. This meeting
Learn basics of fishing for urban fisheries.
Tune in for a conversation with Elise Bauman and for a glimpse of the incredible service Salem Harvest provides that brings fresh fruits and vegetables to everyone and keeps crops from going to waste in the Mid-Willamette Valley. The Conservation Spotlight is a radio segment shining light on partnerships and programs for natural resources that airs on
Please check back! The meeting agenda, virtual conferencing link, and call-in information will be made available 7-10 days prior to the scheduled meeting. The Public is welcomed and ecouraged to attend! HB2560 requires that all Oregon public meetings held by a governing body of a public body, excluding executive sessions, must provide to members of
Being prepared for wildfire and supporting wildlife are two landscaping goals that may seem to be at odds. Marion SWCD's Kassi Roosth (urban conservation) and Chelsea Blank (natural areas) will walk you through the main considerations and discuss how achieving both is possible. First Fridays are held on the first Friday of every month (except
