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SUMMARY:First Friday: Light Pollution in Our Night Sky
DESCRIPTION:View now on YouTube\n\nJoin Dark Sky Oregon board member Chris Hill as he discusses the components of light pollution and its impacts on human and fauna’s circadian rhythm\, bird migration\, and nighttime pollinators. In this talk\, Chris will discuss the tenets of smart lighting\, the trending encroachment of light pollution on our night sky\, what this means in Salem and Marion County specifically\, and what you as a community member can do to help. \nChris is an experienced and avid deep sky astro photographer with a passion for preserving and sharing the wonders of the dark sky with everyone. Chris has wide experience in analytical chemistry\, commodity sampling\, software development and IT management. Formal certifications include Chemistry technician certificate\, Diploma in computer programming\, Project Management Professional (PMP)\, Stanford Certified Project Manager (SCPM)\, Six Sigma Green and Blackbelt certification. \nChris was born in London\, England and emigrated to the US in 1984. He’s married with 2 adult daughters and has been living in Bend full time since May 2024. \nIf you have questions about this event or are interested in being a future First Friday presenter\, please contact Amy Zimmer\, Communications and Outreach Specialist at amy.zimmer@marionswcd.net 
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-light-pollution-in-our-night-sky/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Biological Control of Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)
DESCRIPTION:Join Colin Park (USDA) and Max Ragozzino\, (ODA) for a summary of on-going efforts to use tiny stingless wasps to help control Emerald Ash Borer (EAB). Meet the bio-control ‘agents’\, learn how they are produced\, how they do their work of finding and controlling EAB infestations\, how can you get involved and what will this mean for ash trees near you? \nOur co-presenters have worked on this subject for decades and bring with them a great deal of experience and expertise: \n\nColin Park is a USDA Plant Health Safeguarding Specialist in Oregon and began organizing EAB detection work in the state and overseeing pest bio-control programs in 2007.\n\n\nMax Ragozzino is the Oregon Department of Agriculture Bio-control Entomologist who manages invasive insect biological control since 2020. He has worked on emerald ash borer bio-control since 2015.\n\nWatch Now!!!\n\n\nThis presentation is part of an Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) series aimed at preparing landowners for the anticipated impacts of the invasive EAB beetle on Oregon’s native ash trees. \nPlease stay tuned to the Marion SWCD events page for upcoming emerald ash borer virtual presentations and in-person workshops designed to help landowners prepare their property. Upcoming topics include understory preparation\, invasive weed control\, native planting and propagation demonstrations\, and more. \nIf you have questions about this event or are interested in being a future First Friday presenter\, please contact Amy Zimmer\, Communications and Outreach Specialist at amy.zimmer@marionswcd.net  \n 
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-biological-control-of-emeral-ash-borer-eab/
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) Adaptive Management: Inventory\, Planning\, Prioritization
DESCRIPTION:Do you know what may be bugging your ash trees? Emerald ash borer (EAB) is in Oregon and had a busy summer. Join Kat Bethea and Matt Mills with Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) as they cover how to create a flexible and adaptable management plan\, including how to inventory your ash trees and prioritize management options. \nMatt and Kat are Emerald Ash Borer Specialists with the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF). They work in the Urban and Community Forest Program\, where they assist municipalities\, communities\, and local organizations prepare for the arrival of EAB in their area by providing educational outreach and information on management and mitigation. \nNot sure if you have ash\, and need to brush up on your ash ID? Visit OregonEAB.com to check out helpful identification guides\, background on how EAB swept through the Midwest and Eastern US and learn how to report any signs and symptoms. \n***This presentation is part of an Emeral Ash Borer (EAB) series aimed at preparing landowners for the anticipated impacts of the invasive EAB beetle on Oregon’s native ash trees. \nPlease stay tuned to the Marion SWCD events page for upcoming emerald ash borer virtual presentations and in-person workshops designed to help landowners prepare their property. Upcoming topics include understory preparation\, invasive weed control\, native planting and propagation demonstrations\, and more. \n  \nIf you missed this presentation\, here it is!\n\n 
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-eab-adaptive-management-inventory-planning-prioritization/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Tapping Big Leaf Maples for Syrup
DESCRIPTION:In this presentation\, Clackamas County’s own OSU Extension Services\, Sarah Cameron and Peter Matzka\, talk about tapping bigleaf maples for syrup. \nBoth Sarah and Peter work for OSU Extension Services in Clackamas County where they have been tapping bigleaf maple trees in collaboration with the Hopkins Demonstration Forest for the past 3 years. In this talk\, they will share their process of tapping bigleaf maple trees to make a delicious\, bold and uniquely Pacific Northwest maple syrup. Curious how the process differs from traditional Northeast sugar maple? Tune in to find out. \nWatch Here!
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-tapping-big-leaf-maples-for-syrup/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Integrating TEK into Service-Learning Projects and Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:In this talk\, Rose High Bear (Deg Hit’an Dine\, Inupiaq)\, Founding Director of the Native American nonprofit\, Elderberry Wisdom Farm\, will share her experience integrating Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) into their experiential service-learning activities and discuss how they provide it to Native American and other interns of color pursuing conservation career pathways. \nPositive collaborative partnerships are as important to Elderberry Wisdom Farm’s growth and sustainability as the culturally tailored learning model and TEK Internships their team has developed. Much of this success is attributed to EWF’s race reconciliation model and its focus on positive diplomacy. Rose’s partnerships began six years ago with Marion Soil and Water Conservation District and Chemeketa Community College and has expanded to include North Santiam and Pudding River Watershed Councils\, Institute for Applied Ecology and its Willamette Valley Native Plant Partnership\, Oregon Tilth with its TOPP program\, several Oregon tribes\, local organic farms\, and more recently the City of Salem Urban Forestry and the Oregon Department of Forestry: Urban Forestry. \nMore information is available at www.elderberrywisdom.org. \n\nDid you miss last month’s talk on Salmon Surveys in the Pudding River Watershed?  No worries my friend\, you can watch ALL our First Fridays RIGHT HERE!
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-integrating-tek-into-service-learning-projects-and-opportunities/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251107T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T030014
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Salmon Surveys in the Pudding River Watershed
DESCRIPTION:Please join Kurt Berning\, Executive Director at the Pudding River Watershed Council as we discuss results from the 2023/2024 salmon survey season. In this talk we will discuss how many salmon are spawning in Silver Creek\, Butte Creek\, Abiqua Creek\, and other parts of the Pudding River Watershed. \nKurt grew up in Mt. Angel and worked in finance and accounting prior to joining Pudding River WC as the Executive Director. His vision for the Pudding River Watershed Council includes growth to 5+ staff members and managing an exciting portfolio of projects within the watershed. \nWatch Now!
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-salmon-surveys-in-the-pudding-river-watershed/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Gardening for Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:In this presentation Stephanie Hazen (Master Gardener/Mellitogist) talks about gardening for wildlife. \nStephanie Hazen moved to Salem in 1977 after graduating from Colorado State University School of Veterinary Medicine. She owned and operated a small animal/exotics veterinary clinic in Salem until retiring in 2012.  She took up photography in retirement\, favoring natural history subjects such as native bees\, flowers\, and wildlife. Stephanie became a Master Gardener and a Master Mellitologist in 2018 through Oregon State University programs and enjoys sharing and educating about native plants\, pollinators\, animals and birds. \n\n 
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Responsible Pesticide Use
DESCRIPTION:Join Cesar Zamora\, soil scientist and Agriculture Conservation Planner for the Marion SWCD\, as he gives a crash course on at home pesticide spraying. You will learn all about the various resources available to help you make informed decisions regarding your pest management strategies and the considerations you should have in mind when you plan to tackle a garden garden/yard pest. This webinar will guide you through the before\, during\, and after of at home pesticide control with a real-world example to tie it all together. \nAs part of his work with Marion SWCD\, Cesar used to facilitate the Pudding River Pesticide Stewardship Partnership (PRPSP) program for ODA. The Pesticide Stewardship Partnership is a statewide program that aims to limit offsite pesticide movements through water quality monitoring and meaningful local specific outreach. The PRPSP was recently handed over to the Pudding River Watershed Council this past July. \nCesar moved to Oregon in 2014 to pursue an undergraduate degree in Microbiology at Oregon State University. After working for the USDA he earned his Master’s degree in Soil Science. During this time\, he quickly fell in love with Oregon\, particularly the Willamette valley\, and decided to make this place his home. His love for conservation stems from his appreciation of the outdoors\, and the joy outside recreation provides. \nYou can watch now on YouTube\nAmy Zimmer (503.949.4709).
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-responsible-pesticide-use/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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SUMMARY:That's a Butterfly?
DESCRIPTION:Watch on You Tube\nAn introduction to the butterflies and moths in our urban environments\, covering common species you may encounter throughout the seasons in their various forms. This presentation offers practical observation techniques\, clarifies misconceptions\, and reveals how butterflies appear in field conditions versus guidebooks. Learn about their complex relationships with other species (including humans)\, explore digital identification tools\, and discover local resources where you can get involved. Gain the new skills to notice and appreciate these often-overlooked insects. \nMichael Bunsen is a research software engineer who builds systems to facilitate biodiversity monitoring and conservation. Born and raised in the Willamette Valley\, Michael works remotely with the Montreal Insectarium and Mila AI Research Institute in Canada where he contributes to the citizen science platform eButterfly and machine-assisted moth identification. When not on the computer\, Michael keeps a net in hand and is eager to create more public awareness of butterflies and moths. \n 
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/thats-a-butterfly/
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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SUMMARY:First Fridays:  Mycorrhizal Associations of the Willamette Valley
DESCRIPTION:Lorelle is a forest ecologist\, bird enthusiast\, and wild foods forager. Foraging for mushrooms and birdwatching for over ten years inspired Lorelle to study the forest ecosystems she was spending her time in. Lorelle studied Forestry and Wildlife Biology at the University of Vermont and Forest Ecology while at Oregon State University. Today\, she serves as the OSU Extension Forester for Benton\, Linn\, and Polk Counties where she hopes to inspire people to connect with and steward the land. \nNo registration required.  Check back for ZOOM LINK. \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/82925333051?pwd=S080enB0UDFSbnVCK01yMWR0eTVzUT09
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-fridays-mycorrhizal-associations-of-the-willamette-valley/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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SUMMARY:Birdhouse Selection\, Installation\, and Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:In this talk\, retired biologist and past president of the Salem Audubon Society Ray Temple will reflect on more than a decade of learning in the field and share ideas for building\, cleaning\, replacing\, repairing\, and relocating bird boxes. Ray and  Stephanie Hazen live east of Salem on nearly two acres that they manage for native vegetation in support of native birds\, bees\, butterflies\, and moths. \nIn 2013 they took over a Bluebird Trail (a route of monitored bird nest boxes intended to contribute to bluebird conservation) on three local farms.  Currently they manage about 80 nest boxes that are used by tree and violet green swallows\, bluebirds\, slender billed white breasted nuthatches\, house wrens\, chickadees\, house sparrows\, and assorted non-avian tenants. Ray and Stephanie annually monitor mortalities\, clean\, and replace\, repair\, or relocate boxes as needed.  Ray has constructed most of the boxes now in use\, using nest box designs that he has evolved to serve the birds well and be efficient in their construction. The information will reflect more than a decade of learning by problem solving and observation in the field by Stephanie and Ray. \nThis talk is intended for folks who want to use bird nest boxes on their properties\, either boxes they purchase or those they construct.  Ray will introduce cavity nesting birds as different from other familiar species such as robins and sparrows and discuss common cavity nesting species (including kestrels and screech owls!) that may use nest boxes. The scope of this talk is primarily nest boxes for our most common cavity nesters but the considerations and practices described will apply to any nest boxes.  Ray will present some best practices for selecting or constructing nest boxes; locating them to attract the birds you want (and avoid others); annual maintenance to preserve their usefulness to birds; and what you can do when it doesn’t work out as planned as well as a list of pertinent references. \nNo Registration Required\, use Zoom link below\nZoom Link
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/birdhouse-selection-installation-and-maintenance/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Lichens of the Willamette Valley
DESCRIPTION:In this talk\,  BLM botanist Charity Glade will introduce us to the often overlooked world of lichens living right here in the Willamette Valley. \nCharity  is a District Botanist for NW Oregon district working out of the Salem office\, where she is the Invasive Species coordinator\, ACEC coordinator\, Title II coordinator\, and co-lead for the Special Status Plants program. She graduated from OSU in 2010 with a degree in botany and has been working in that field ever since. Charity was a botanical survey subcontractor for seven years\, during which she also became a certified Northwest Lichenologist and served two terms as a NW Lichenologist board member. During her last two years as a contractor she also worked as a seasonal at the NW Oregon District. Charity was hired as a permanent federal employee first by the Willamette National Forest followed by the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie NF before finding her way back to NW Oregon District as program lead. \nNo registration required!  Use Zoom link below. \nZOOM LINK
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-lichens-of-the-willamette-valley/
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250103T130000
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Nurturing Habitat at Home for Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Eileen Stark\, author of Real Gardens Grow Natives\, will share tips for designing your garden to support pollinators and incorporate native plants. \nPollinators are essential\, hardworking and fascinating\, with amazing abilities\, but they face a wide range of threats. Join author and eco-landscape designer Eileen Stark to learn about their lives and needs. Discover how to welcome\, support\, and protect them throughout all of their life cycles by restoring native habitat\, using ecological design principles\, and eliminating toxins and other hazards. The essence of a successful garden lies not only in its ability to look beautiful\, but also in its capacity to nurture life that’s in danger of being lost forever. \nPresenter Bio:\nEileen Stark is a Portland-based eco-landscape designer\, habitat consultant\, author and photographer whose academic background includes biology\, wildlife ecology\, and design. As a deeply committed conservationist\, she strives to create awareness of the myriad creatures with which we share this fragile planet. Her book\, “Real Gardens Grow Natives: Design\, Plant\, and Enjoy a Healthy Northwest Garden\,” is a passionate guide to gardening for both biodiversity and beauty west of the Cascades\, using humane landscaping methods. \nThis webinar takes place on Zoom. RSVP for Zoom link and reminders.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-nurturing-habitat-at-home/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Urban Soil Health and Management
DESCRIPTION:In this talk\, Soil Scientist Marissa Theve will explain why urban soils are important\, what sets them apart\, and some common contaminants and management practices – including the use of biochar. \nPresenter\nMarissa Theve– Marissa hales from rural Eastern Connecticut where she grew up playing in the woods and brook near her home. She earned a bachelor of science in environmental science and management from the University of Rhode Island\, followed by a master’s of science in natural resources and the environment from the University of Connecticut. In grad school Marissa was hired full-time by the USDA-NRCS soil survey office in Tolland\, CT\, where she spent 6 years studying tidal marshes\, helping finish urban mapping in New York City\, and working on several subaqueous soil projects. Marissa moved to Salem\, OR in 2016 to accept a position at the Bureau of Land Management where she worked for over 6 years helping decision makers make informed choices about timber sales\, recreation activities\, and restoration projects. Since 2023\, Marissa has rejoined the USDA-NRCS as a resource soil scientist covering the wetland and highly erodible land program as well as the soil science outreach needs of the nine northwest counties of Oregon.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-urban-soil/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED - First Friday: Fall Mason Bee Cocoon Harvesting
DESCRIPTION:Due to unexpected circumstances\, this First Friday has been cancelled. We hope to reschedule at a future date.\n\nMaster Gardener and Master Melittologist\, Carol Slavkovsky will take you on a journey into the world of fall mason bee cocoon harvesting. In this informative class\, participants will gain valuable insights into the lifecycle of the mason bee\, focusing on the crucial fall season when cocoon harvesting takes center stage. \nExplore the intricacies of the mason bee’s lifecycle\, from its emergence in spring to the development of cocoons in the fall. Gain an understanding of the processes that unfold within these fascinating pollinators\, setting the stage for the upcoming cocoon harvesting. \nJoin Carol as she guides you through the process of harvesting mason bee cocoons. Utilizing her own mason bee house\, Carol will demonstrate the techniques and tools needed to safely harvest mason bee cocoons. \nDelve into the world of mason bee housing and uncover the potential pests that may inhabit these structures. Carol will share her expertise on identifying and managing pests that can affect the well-being of mason bees. Understand the importance of regular maintenance and learn how to create an environment that minimizes risks to your mason bee colonies. \nExplore the reasons behind cocoon cleaning and discover the essential steps involved in maintaining a healthy mason bee population. Carol will provide practical insights into the cleaning process\, emphasizing its role in preventing disease\, enhancing bee vitality\, and ensuring the success of future generations.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-fall-mason-bees/
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241004T120000
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DTSTAMP:20260412T030014
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T195845Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Birds of Marion County
DESCRIPTION:Which birds are here all the time\, which ones come and go with the seasons? We will look at different birds’ preferences from grassland to marsh to town gardens to mountain forest. \nPresenter\nHarry Fuller is a veteran birding guide who lives in Salem. He currently leads field trips for the Malheur Field Station in eastern Oregon. He also leads trips for Salem Audubon\, other local groups and private clients. Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge is a favorite birding location. He has written four natural history books: San Francisco’s Natural History: Sand Dunes to Streetcars; Great Gray Owls of CA-OR; Freeway Birding; and most recently Birding Harney County. Check out his bird blogs: Ecowise and Towheeblog and his birding website.  He also contributes to “Salem Turkey Tracker” group on Facebook.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-birds-of-marion-county/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240906T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240906T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T030014
CREATED:20240715T205546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T152953Z
UID:10001565-1725624000-1725627600@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:First Friday: Saving the Great White Oaks
DESCRIPTION:Saving the Great White Oaks of Marion County: An Invitation to Share Stories \nIn Marion County\, Oregon white oaks are culturally and ecologically vital. The oak savannas and woodlands\, rich in biodiversity\, have supported a dynamic ecosystem for over 10\,000 years. Oaks were central to the Kalapuya people\, who relied on their acorns for food\, and the oaks’ cultural significance continued into the European settlement era\, which brought significant changes. Many oaks were cleared for agriculture and urban development\, leading to habitat loss and fragmentation. Today\, threats like climate change\, disease\, and urban expansion challenge the survival of these trees. Great white oaks are crucial for maintaining ecological productivity in Marion County. Their deep root systems stabilize soil\, reduce erosion\, and prevent landslides. These roots also improve soil structure\, enhancing water infiltration and retention\, which benefits local watersheds\, natural habitats\, and agricultural lands. Local organizations and community groups are working to protect and restore oak habitats through planting and land management practices. Sharing personal stories and experiences with these trees is also crucial\, as they contribute to conserving biodiversity and cultural history\, which will help preserve these iconic oaks for future generations.  \nPresenter: David Craig\nDavid Craig has been a behavioral ecologist for 30+ years\, focusing his field-oriented research on the response of animals to human-modified ecosystems and subsequent changes in distribution and movement patterns. The work combines life-history\, and physiological and ecological information to address questions related to migration\, predation\, parental care\, and social behavior. Today Craig has a particular interest in nuthatches\, oaks\, & public health\, but has developed expertise with many species including crows\, terns\, cormorants\, gulls\, jays\, ravens\, plovers\, murrelets\, squirrels\, and grasshoppers. He grew up in Scappoose\, Oregon\, and attended Lewis & Clark College\, the University of Colorado\, and Oregon State University before becoming a Professor of Biology and the Co-director of the Science Collaborative Research Program at Willamette University. Craig’s passion for interdisciplinary and collaborative work helped grow undergraduate research programs in the Pacific Northwest funded by the National Science Foundation\, Carnegie Mellon Foundation\, and MJ Murdock Charitable Trust.  He is studying chinuk wawa\, always reading a new book\, and planning his next trip or meal with a large circle of friends and family. You can find him on most social media @DavidPCraig.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-saving-the-oaks/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240802T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240802T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T030014
CREATED:20240614T194107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T203837Z
UID:10001557-1722600000-1722603600@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:First Friday: Army Corps Operations in the Willamette Basin
DESCRIPTION:Presentation: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Operations in the Willamette Basin with emphasis on the Santiam Basin \nThe U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) operates and maintains a system of 13 dams and reservoirs within the Willamette River basin of northwestern Oregon. Each dam contributes to a water resource management system providing flood risk management\, hydroelectric power generation\, water quality improvement\, irrigation and municipal water supply\, recreation\, and ecosystem habitat benefits on the Willamette River and many of its tributaries (authorizations). System operations often require balancing across the multiple authorized purposes. Achieving this balance is complex and has changed over the life of the Willamette Project. Often\, objectives to support one fish life history\, species\, or authorized purposes conflict with another. This presentation will provide background on the system\, review existing operations\, and explore future changes to the system. \nPresenter: Greg Taylor\, Supervisory Fisheries Biologist\, US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) \nGreg Taylor has been employed as a fisheries biologist in the Willamette Basin since February 1998. He worked for the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife for 3 years conducting investigations on bull trout in the McKenzie and Middle Fork Willamette Basins. Since November 2001(23 years) Greg has been employed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as a Supervisory Fisheries Biologist for the Willamette and Rogue Projects. He is responsible for operation and maintenance of fish facilities\, serves as a technical advisor on fisheries issues\, and implementation of the Willamette Project Biological Opinion. \nThe Marion SWCD is an equal opportunity employer\, providing services to the public without regard to race\, religion\, color\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, national origin\, mental or physical disability\, marital status\, age or other protected status or activity in accordance with applicable law. Persons who require alternative means for communication of program information should contact us at 503.391.9927 or office@marionswcd.net.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-army-corps-operations-in-the-willamette-basin/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240607T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240607T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T030014
CREATED:20240415T161015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T163106Z
UID:10001541-1717761600-1717765200@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:First Friday: Finding Balance - Wildfire Preparedness and Wildlife Habitat
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFirst Fridays are held on the first Friday of every month (except July) from 12-1 pm via Zoom. Join Marion SWCD staff and subject matter experts to learn something new about soil and water conservation and a wide array of related topics. \nIf you need special accommodations\, including translation services\, in order to participate\, please call the event coordinator at 503-949-4709 or email heath.keirstead@marionswcd.net as far in advance as possible.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-wildfire-and-wildlife/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240503T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T030014
CREATED:20240401T195315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T195315Z
UID:10001525-1714737600-1714741200@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:First Friday: Enhancing Beneficial Insects with On-Farm Habitat
DESCRIPTION: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. 
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-enhancing-beneficial-insects/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240405T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240405T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T030014
CREATED:20240216T224040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T224040Z
UID:10001483-1712318400-1712322000@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:First Friday: Bridging Bytes and Blooms
DESCRIPTION:Bridging Bytes and Blooms: Embracing Nature through Tech in the City Nature Challenge \n \nMany people view nature and technology as separate entities and often view the two as in conflict. However\, technology can be used to help us better understand and connect with nature under the right circumstances. Join Max Light-Pacheco\, the Volunteer and Community Engagement Specialist for The Nature Conservancy in Oregon\, as he talks about the way the City Nature Challenge has expanded community engagement in the natural world via technology. \nStarted in 2016 as a competition between Los Angeles and San Francisco\, the City Nature Challenge (CNC) has grown into an international event\, motivating people around the world to find and document wildlife in their own cities. Run by the Community Science teams at the California Academy of Sciences and the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (NHM)\, the CNC is an annual four-day global bioblitz at the end of April\, where cities are in a collaboration-meets-friendly-competition to see what can be accomplished when we all work toward a common goal.More information will become available in March. The City of Salem is coordinating a series of City Nature Challenge opportunities April 26-29. \nThe Marion SWCD is an equal opportunity employer\, providing services to the public without regard to race\, religion\, color\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, national origin\, mental or physical disability\, marital status\, age or other protected status or activity in accordance with applicable law. Persons who require alternative means for communication of program information should contact us at 503.391.9927 or office@marionswcd.net.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-bridging-bytes-and-blooms/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240301T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240301T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T030014
CREATED:20231221T170136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T213839Z
UID:10001456-1709294400-1709298000@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:First Friday: Spring Mason Bee Care
DESCRIPTION:Master Gardener and Master Melittologist\, Carol Slavkovsky will take you on a journey into the world of Mason bees. In this engaging presentation\, participants will delve into the fascinating lifecycle of mason bees learning of these industrious and efficient pollinators. \nExplore the intricate stages of a mason bee’s life. Gain a deeper appreciation for their unique characteristics and the vital role they play in the pollination process. \nDiscover the art of establishing a nurturing environment for mason bees. Carol will share insights on selecting and arranging suitable nesting sites\, including materials\, shapes\, and locations that encourage mason bee activity. \nAs spring unfolds\, so do the mason bees. Understand the significance of the emergence period and how to optimize ideal conditions. Carol will provide practical tips on recognizing signs of bee activity\, ensuring your garden becomes a welcoming haven for these early-season pollinators. \nLearn to create habitats that beckon mason bees to return year after year. Explore planting strategies\, and maintenance practices that contribute to sustained mason bee populations. Learn how your efforts in the spring can have a lasting impact on the health of these essential pollinators.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-spring-mason-bee-care/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T030014
CREATED:20240103T232212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T165620Z
UID:10001473-1706875200-1706878800@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:First Friday: Beavers in the Willamette Basin
DESCRIPTION:Beavers and their habitats provide numerous benefits for ecosystems and communities. They can also cause conflicts on working lands\, roadways\, and urban areas. Jean-Paul Zagarola will discuss how the Mid-Willamette Beaver Partnership is developing tools to restore beneficial beaver habitat and resources for people in the region to better co-exist with beavers while mitigating their negative impacts. \nJean-Paul A. Zagarola – Senior Program Manager for the Bonneville Environmental Foundation\, Jean-Paul has been supporting conservation and restoration efforts in Oregon since 2012. Jean-Paul cultivates diverse collaboratives to address complex socio-ecological problems and has a history of leveraging technical expertise\, partnerships and funding opportunities to support small non-profits and Tribes in their conservation work in the Willamette Valley and other regions of the state. Today\, Jean-Paul is focused on strategies that mitigate the impacts of climate change on ecosystems and communities through beaver-based restoration and wildfire resilience actions. When not at the office or exploring beavery creeks and wetlands\, Jean-Paul likes to enjoy the recreational and culinary bounty the Willamette Basin has to offer with his wife and two furry children.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-beavers-in-the-willamette-basin/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240105T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240105T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T030014
CREATED:20231107T005003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T194102Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Staying Above Water: Controlling Mud and Manure on the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Suzi Cloutier\, Conservation Specialist with Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District\, will discuss track systems\, Heavy Use Areas\, pasture rotation and other ways to minimize mud associated with livestock. She will also address the poop problem and how to turn this detriment into a compost dream. \nIn 1998\, Cloutier and her husband founded Zeb’s Wish\, an equine rescue and sanctuary for elder\, abandoned\, and special needs horses\, mules\, and donkeys. She has deep ties in her community to people who keep livestock. Her work with Clackamas SWCD puts her in contact with many local farmers\, horse owners\, and land managers. Cloutier says\, “We can all do the things that we are passionate about and still be great land stewards.”
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-mud-and-manure-on-the-farm/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231201T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T030014
CREATED:20231020T185401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T182924Z
UID:10001442-1701432000-1701435600@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:First Friday: Regenerative Landscaping
DESCRIPTION:Erik Swartzendruber of the Willamette Valley Regenerative Landscaping Coalition will introduce the concept of Regenerative Landscaping and give tips on how to implement the practice on a smaller scale such as in yards and gardens. Learn how you can apply this concept on your property and why it’s worth considering.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-regenerative-landscaping/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231103T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231103T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T030014
CREATED:20231020T174513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T162615Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday: How Can a Soil Be Healthy?
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Cesar Zamora’s talk on Soils: How they got where they are and how a soil can be healthy. Cesar has a Master’s Degree from Oregon State University in Soil Science and will help us understand what soil health is and why it’s important to think about and address. \n 
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-how-can-a-soil-be-healthy/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231006T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231006T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T030014
CREATED:20230605T205050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T214444Z
UID:10001396-1696593600-1696597200@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:First Friday: Native Fish of the Willamette Basin
DESCRIPTION:First Fridays are held on the first Friday of every month (except July) from 12-1 pm via Zoom. Join Marion SWCD staff and subject matter experts to learn something new and ask questions about soil and water conservation and a wide array of related topics. \n \nBrian Bangs\, Aquatic Ecologist with US Fish & Wildlife Service\, will talk about the diversity of native nongame fish (shiners\, dace\, and suckers\, etc.) and their role in the larger ecology. He’ll also discuss species in recovery (chub\, bull trout\, salmon\, and steelhead) and outline several actions landowners can take to help out. \nIf you need special accommodations\, including translation services\, in order to participate\, please call the event coordinator at 503-949-4709 or email heath.keirstead@marionswcd.net as far in advance as possible.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-native-fish-willamette/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230901T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230901T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T030014
CREATED:20230605T200712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T233845Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Woody Weed ID & Control
DESCRIPTION:First Fridays are held on the first Friday of every month (except July) from 12-1 pm via Zoom. Join Marion SWCD staff and subject matter experts to ask questions and learn something new about soil and water conservation and a wide array of related topics. \n \nSarah Hamilton (Marion SWCD’s Native & Invasive Plant Specialist) will provide an overview of several common and a couple lesser known woody invasive species and describe methods and resources for their management. Species covered include: English Ivy\, Old Man’s Beard\, Scotch Broom\, Spurge Laurel\, and more. \nIf you need special accommodations\, including translation services\, in order to participate\, please call the event coordinator at 503-949-4709 or email heath.keirstead@marionswcd.net as far in advance as possible.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-woody-weeds/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230804T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230804T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T030014
CREATED:20230605T194127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T233715Z
UID:10001394-1691150400-1691154000@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:First Friday: Water Weeds of the Willamette
DESCRIPTION:First Fridays are held on the first Friday of every month (except July) from 12-1 pm via Zoom. Join Marion SWCD staff and subject matter experts to learn something new about soil and water conservation and a wide array of related topics. \n \nBeth Myers-Shenai\, Invasive Plant Specialist with Oregon Dept. of Agriculture\, will provide a virtual tour of the invasive plants found in Salem-area waterways including: Ludwigia\, parrotfeather\, yellow flag iris\, yellow floating heart. Some of the species Beth will cover are common and others are newer to our region. Learn how to identify them\, resources to help you in the field\, and what to do when you spot them. This is a great introduction for people who recreate in the river and for those who live streamside. \nIf you need special accommodations\, including translation services\, in order to participate\, please call the event coordinator at 503-949-4709 or email heath.keirstead@marionswcd.net as far in advance as possible.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-water-weeds/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230602T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230602T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T030014
CREATED:20221216T030117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T214425Z
UID:10000951-1685707200-1685710800@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:First Friday: Alternatives for Keeping Food & Yard Waste out of Landfills
DESCRIPTION:Overwhelmed by yard waste? Not sure what to do with kitchen scraps? Brooke Edmunds (OSU Extension Community Horticulture) will share tips for backyard & indoor composting that can help divert compostable waste from the landfill. You’ll come away from this session with practical information and resources. \n\n\n\nBrooke Edmunds is the OSU Extension Community Horticulturist in Marion\, Polk\, Linn\, and Benton counties.  She oversees the Master Gardener volunteer programs in each county\, teaches online and in-person gardening classes\, and answers hundreds of gardening questions each year. Brooke’s background is in plant pathology and horticulture.  She has a Ph.D. in plant pathology from North Carolina State University and her M.S. and B.S. from Iowa State University.  She lives in Salem and greatly enjoys gardening with her kids and exploring Oregon’s coast trails.  \n\n\n\n\nIf you need special accommodations\, including translation services\, in order to participate\, please call the office at 503-391-9927 or email office@marionswcd.net as far in advance as possible. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/alternatives-for-food-yard-waste/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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