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SUMMARY:First Friday: Groundwater in Marion County\, Oregon
DESCRIPTION:Please join Travis Brown\, hydrogeologist with the Oregon Water Resources Department (OWRD)\, for an overview of groundwater resources in Marion County. This presentation will explore the different types of aquifers found across the county\, how groundwater is managed at the state and county levels\, general groundwater level trends\, and areas of concern. \nGroundwater is an important resource for communities\, agriculture\, ecosystems\, and other water needs throughout the state. This presentation will provide an opportunity to better understand groundwater within Marion County\, including where groundwater comes from\, how it is managed\, and what current trends can tell us about this important resource. \nSpeaker Bio:\nTravis Brown has worked as a hydrogeologist for the Oregon Water Resources Department since 2018\, focusing on the Willamette Valley. He earned a Master of Science degree in Hydrology from the Colorado School of Mines and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Geology from the College of Wooster. \nIf you have questions about this event\, need special accommodations to participate\, are interested in being a future First Friday presenter\, or have a topic in particular you’d like to learn more about\, please contact Amy Zimmer\, Communication and Outreach Specialist at amy.zimmer@marionswcd.net.
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SUMMARY:Small Spaces\, Big Impact: Habitat at Any Scale
DESCRIPTION:Register for the Presentation \n  \nEven the smallest spaces can contribute to conservation and become thriving habitat for pollinators and wildlife! \n\nJoin Marion SWCD’s Kassi Roosth and Kristen McAlpine as they celebrate three years of the Little Habitat Project and explore how you can create your own Little Habitat.  The Little Habitat Project is an initiative of Marion SWCD that promotes conservation practices that improve soil health\, protect water quality\, support pollinators\, and create healthier\, more connected landscapes. \nLearn how to incorporate conservation practices where you live and what makes a space valuable for pollinators and wildlife. Kassi and Kristen will share an overview of the program and certification process\, along with practical ideas and photo examples from Little Habitats throughout Marion County. See how others are putting these practices into action and get inspired by what’s possible in your own space. \nWhether you have a yard\, garden\, community space\, balcony\, or simply a small corner to work with\, you’ll discover ways to contribute to conservation at any scale. Whether you’re new to the Little Habitat Project or have been involved since the beginning\, this presentation is an opportunity to see what others are doing\, learn more about the program\, and discover how small-scale conservation can contribute to a healthier environment for all. \nRegister for the Presentation \n\nSpeaker Bios:\nKassi\, Marion SWCD’s Environmental Education Specialist\, brings more than a decade of experience connecting people with the Willamette Valley’s natural resources through environmental education\, conservation planning\, horticulture\, and habitat creation. \nKristen\, Marion SWCD’s Urban Conservationist\, brings a background in community engagement and watershed health\, along with eight years of experience with native plants. \n___________________________________________\n\n\nFor questions about this event\, please contact Amy Zimmer\, Communications & Outreach Specialist\, at amy.zimmer@marionswcd.net or 503.949.4709. \nIf you need special accommodations to participate\, have ideas for future presentations\, or are interested in presenting for a future First Friday\, please reach out to Amy.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/small-spaces-big-impact-habitat-at-any-scale/
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