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SUMMARY:Earth Day River Cleanup – Wallace House Park
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mid-Willamette Outreach Group for a meaningful\, all-ages Earth Day cleanup along the Willamette River at Wallace House Park. This family-friendly event focuses on removing trash from riparian areas\, helping protect wildlife habitat and keep our river clean for recreation and future generations. \nWhether you’re coming with friends\, family\, or on your own\, your efforts will make a direct impact on the health of this important waterway. \nDate: Saturday\, April 25Time: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AMLocation: Wallace House Park\, 3535 Rivercrest Dr N Keizer\, OR 97303 \nCome celebrate Earth Day by caring for the river that connects our community. \nPlease visit: SOLVE | Earth Day Litter Clean-Up in Keizer for additional event details\, to reach out with questions or to sign up to participate. \nWant to expand your impact? Check out our larger Clean & Green event at Cascades Gateway Park happening the same week—visit our events page to learn more and sign up for both opportunities!
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/earth-day-clean-up/
LOCATION:Wallace House Park\, 3535 Rivercrest Dr N\, Keizer\, OR\, 97303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T160000
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SUMMARY:Right Tools\, Right Place: Combating Invasives and Restoring Oak Habitat
DESCRIPTION:Oregon’s oak woodlands and savannas are under pressure from invasive plants\, ice damage\, and changing conditions that make it harder for oaks to thrive. \nThe Oregon Garden Foundation is hosting a one-day training focused on the ecology and restoration of Oregon Oaks. Participants will learn about oak ecology\, common invasive species\, and management tools used to improve forst health and restore oak landscapes. The program will include presentations from regional experts\, field demonstrations and a tour of the Oregon Garden’s oak restoration project. \nWhile this training is geared toward landowners\, anyone interested in learning more about oak restoration is welcome to attend. \nLearn more and register HERE.\nIf you have questions about this event\, or need special accommodations in order to participate\, please reach out to Margaret Miller with the Oregon Forest Resources Institute. 
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/right-tools-right-place-combating-invasives-and-restoring-oak-habitat/
LOCATION:Oregon Garden\, 879 W. Main St.\, Silverton\, OR\, 97381\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Outreach
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260423
DTSTAMP:20260505T095954
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SUMMARY:Happy Earth Day 2026 Conservation Pledge
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Day by taking action in your community! \nWhile we don’t have an event happening on Earth Day itself\, there are still plenty of ways to participate and make a difference. We encourage you to check out our Mid-Willamette Outreach Group cleanup events happening the Sunday before and the Saturday after Earth Day or explore additional opportunities near you using the global Earth Day map as great ways to get involved locally! \nAlso\, we recognize not everyone can make it out to an event—and that’s okay. Caring for our natural resources can happen anywhere\, starting right at home. This Earth Day\, we invite you to take part in a simple but meaningful way by making a personal conservation pledge\, open now through the end of April. \nTake the Conservation Pledge HERE\nEvery action—big or small—helps protect our soil\, water\, and natural spaces. However you choose to participate\, we encourage you to be part of a collective effort to care for the place we all call home. 🌎 \nThe mission of the Marion Soil and Water Conservation District is to partner with people in support of thriving lands\, clean water\, and healthy habitats. We do this through planning\, technical assistance and education.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/earth-day-2026/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T140000
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Clean and Green Event
DESCRIPTION: Celebrate Earth Day by giving back to one of Salem’s most beloved parks! Join community partners — including the City of Salem’s Clean Streams & Parks program\, Mid-Willamette Outreach Group\, and CastawayWU — for a hands-on day of stewardship at Cascades Gateway Park. Volunteers will work to remove litter and clear vegetation along park trails\, helping protect nearby waterways and improve this shared community space. \nDate: Sunday\, April 19Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PMLocation: Cascades Gateway Park\, 2100 Turner Rd. SE\, Salem \nPlease visit: SOLVE | Earth Day Clean and Green Event for additional event details\, to reach out with questions or to sign up to participate. \nCome celebrate Earth Day through action and connect with others who care about keeping our parks and waterways healthy. \nLooking for another way to get involved? Be sure to check out our additional Earth Day cleanup event at Wallace House Park—visit our events page to learn more and register for that opportunity as well!
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/earth-day-clean-and-green-event/
LOCATION:Cascades Gateway Park\, 2100 Turner Rd. SE\, Salem\, OR\, 97392\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T120000
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SUMMARY:Conservation Club: Community Planting Day
DESCRIPTION:Please join Marion SWCD staff in planting our native greenspace at the district office and help us to become certified in our very own Little Habitat Project. Staff will be onsite to demonstrate proper planting techniques and can point out native vs invasive plants on an optional guided plant walk. Planting will take place from 9AM – noon\, followed by lunch (provided). \nDue to the quantity of plants and space available\, attendance is limited to 25 participants. \nWe do ask that participants bring their own gardening gloves as able\, however\, we will have supplies available for those who do not have their own pair. \nIf you have any questions or need special accommodations to participate\, please contact the event coordinators\, Kassi Roosth\, (971)382-2000\, kassi.roosth@marionswcd.net or Sarah Hamilton\, (503)949-6832\, sarah.hamilton@marionswcd.net as early in advance as possible. 
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/community-planting-day/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Conservation Club,Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260127T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260127T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T095954
CREATED:20251118T000720Z
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SUMMARY:Erosion Control and Stormwater Management Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Mid-Willamette Outreach Group (MWOG) is proud to announce the 15th annual Erosion Control and Stormwater Management Summit (EC Summit) on January 27th\, 2026\, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m taking place at the Keizer Civic Center. This summit serves as a training resource for landscapers\, engineers\, contractors\, planners\, municipal staff and crew. This one-day event provides erosion prevention and sediment control training and participants may earn up to 6 continuing education credits. \nBreakfast and lunch are included with registration. Visit the City of Salem website for more details and to register. \n\nTo register visit PW – Erosion Control and Stormwater Management Summit.\nEarly-bird registration will run from November 17\, 2025 – December 14\, 2025\, at the cost of $125.00.\nRegistration begins December 15\, 2025 – January 16\, 2026\, at the cost of $150.00.\nThe Summit takes place in person January 27\, 2026 at the Keizer Civic Center.\n\n  \nMWOG partners (City of Keizer\, City of Salem\, Marion County\, and Marion Soil & Water Conservation District) collaborate to provide water quality outreach and inspire behaviors that result in healthy streams and communities. \n 
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/erosion-control-and-stormwater-management-summit-2/
LOCATION:Keizer Civic Center\, 930 Chemawa Rd NE\, Keizer\, OR\, 97303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T150000
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SUMMARY:Pre-Order Pickup and Day of Sales: Winter Native Bare-Root Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Did you pre-order plants from our online Winter Native Bare-Root Plant Sale? \nPre-order pick up will occur: \nJanuary 17th from 10am to 3pm at the district office located at 408 N Third Avenue\, Stayton\, OR 97383 \nAny remaining inventory will be available for purchase during this time for day of\, in person sales on a first come first serve basis. \nVarieties available for day of sales to be announced after online sales have closed for the 2025 pre-order period. \nFor plant sale questions or concerns\, please contact Sarah Hamilton at sarah.hamilton@marionswcd.net or 503.949.6832. \nTo volunteer at the plant sale please contact Kassi Roosth at kassi.roosth@marionswcd.net or 971-382-2000.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/pre-order-pickup-and-day-of-sales-winter-native-bare-root-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Marion SWCD office\, 408 N. Third Ave.\, Stayton\, OR\, 97383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Native Plant Sale,Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T232355Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Festival at Silver Falls
DESCRIPTION:Please join Marion Soil and Water Conservation District at Silver Falls Winter Festival courtesy of Oregon State Parks. \nJoin park staff\, volunteers and partners in a celebration of the winter season at Silver Falls on December 13th and 14th from 10:00am – 4:00pm. The festival will highlight the seasonal changes that can be seen in the winter. Visit the Marion SWCD booth to propagate and take home your own plant. \nMore information and a schedule of activities to come. Day-use parking passes are required – daily and annual passes available.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/winter-festival-at-silver-falls/2025-12-14/
LOCATION:Silver Falls State Park
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260505T095954
CREATED:20251117T224944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T232355Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Festival at Silver Falls
DESCRIPTION:Please join Marion Soil and Water Conservation District at Silver Falls Winter Festival courtesy of Oregon State Parks. \nJoin park staff\, volunteers and partners in a celebration of the winter season at Silver Falls on December 13th and 14th from 10:00am – 4:00pm. The festival will highlight the seasonal changes that can be seen in the winter. Visit the Marion SWCD booth to propagate and take home your own plant. \nMore information and a schedule of activities to come. Day-use parking passes are required – daily and annual passes available.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/winter-festival-at-silver-falls/2025-12-13/
LOCATION:Silver Falls State Park
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T193000
DTSTAMP:20260505T095954
CREATED:20250929T171004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T154750Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Conservation Celebration
DESCRIPTION:RSVP by November 4th!\nPlease join us\, the Marion Soil and Water Conservation District\, as we come together to look back and celebrate the past year of conservation while looking forward to the year ahead. This evening provides an opportunity to connect with our local conservation minded community while exploring how we as a District and as individuals are Rooted in Results\, Growing for Tomorrow as we strive to ‘partner with people in support of thriving lands\, clean water\, and healthy habitats’. \nThe evening will offer the chance to reflect on the roots we have planted and the growth we hope to see as we connect with one another to celebrate our environment\, our community\, and the collective impact we have when we work together. \n\n Wednesday\, November 12th\n 5:30 – 7:30; Doors open at 5:30pm\, Meeting at 6:00-7:00pm\nLocation: The Dye House at the Willamette Heritage Center\, 1313 Mill St SE\, Salem\n Free to attend\, hors d’oeuvres and non-alcoholic beverages provided\n\nPlease register using the RSVP form above. We look forward to seeing you there! \nMarion SWCD is an EEO employer and provider.  Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille\, large print\, audiotape\, etc.) should contact office@marionswcd.net or call 503-391-9927.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/2025_celebration/
LOCATION:Willamette Heritage Center\, 1313 Mill St. SE\, Salem\, OR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T095954
CREATED:20250922T175009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T180213Z
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Celebration at Keizer Rapids Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Native Plant Celebration at Keizer Rapids Park on October 25th from 9-12. \nCome connect with nature and our community as we replant a raingarden together and explore the important role native plants play in supporting local wildlife and ecosystems. \n\nGet expert tips on native plant gardening from the Oregon State Extension–Marion County Master Gardeners.\nTake a guided habitat hike with the Marion County Soil and Water Conservation District and learn about the native plants\, pollinators\, and birds that call our park home.\nA seed swap will be hosted by a local native plant group. Bring your Willamette Valley native plant seeds to participate.\n\nPlease register for the event here to receive additional information: https://arcg.is/CiLS91
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/native-plant-celebration-at-keizer-rapids-park/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T095954
CREATED:20250828T173008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T204854Z
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SUMMARY:Community Salmon Watch Day
DESCRIPTION:Come see Chinook salmon spawning in the North Santiam River and chat with experts about it. Join us for an experience of a lifetime! \nWe’ll have educators on hand to explain what the salmon are doing and discuss key characteristics of their natural environment. This is a free\, move-at-your-own-pace event. Instructors will introduce you to salmon life history\, water quality\, aquatic macroinvertebrates\, the importance of a riparian vegetation and ways to make positive impacts. \nParking is limited at this park – please carpool if possible. \nIf you need special accommodations to participate\, please contact the event coordinators\, Kassi Roosth\, (971)382-2000\, kassi.roosth@marionswcd.net or Amy Zimmer\, (503)949-4709\, amy.zimmer@marionswcd.net as early in advance as possible.  \nRSVP not necessary\, but then you will receive reminders and updates.  Thanks and see you there!\n \n 
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/community-salmon-watch-day-4/
LOCATION:Packsaddle County Park\, 34519 N Santiam Hwy\, Gates\, Oregon\, 97346\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250827T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250827T140000
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SUMMARY:Salmon Watch Volunteer Training
DESCRIPTION:Salmon Watch is a place-based\, experiential field trip that introduces students to local watersheds and the salmon that inhabit them. The field trips are about 4 hours long and are scheduled for September 15th to October 3rd. We offer these trips to elementary through high school -aged students. \nVolunteers are essential to Salmon Watch! Each volunteer leads one of these field stations: \n\nSalmon Biology: Help students understand what they are seeing as the salmon build redds and fight for position\, discuss the salmon life cycle\, perform a fish dissection\, and help students understand salmon’s cultural importance.\nMacroinvertebrates: Students wade into the river to explore and collect these marvelous indicators of water quality.\nWater Quality: Share the wonder of science with these tests – use tools and chemistry to test dissolved oxygen\, pH\, temperature\, and turbidity.\nRiparian Ecology: This station has a lot of room for you to make it your own as you introduce students to the connections between healthy riparian areas and healthy in-stream habitats.\n\nAttend this half-day training to help you prepare for your Salmon Watch. Whether you are a brand-new or returning Salmon Watch volunteer\, this training will have something for you! \nCan’t attend on 8/27 but still interested? Reach out to Kassi at Kassi.Roosth@marionswcd.net and she can share alternative options. \nREQUIRED BACKGROUND CHECK\nAll field trip volunteers must complete a background check\, it should only take a few minutes. \nClick here to initiate background check. \nThe background check is free (either choose to have Marion SWCD pay or you can choose to donate the fee.) \nRSVP to reserve your spot for Marion SWCD’s volunteer training on August 27th by Contacing Kassi at the information below. \nIf you need special accommodations\, including translation services\, in order to participate\, please call the event coordinator at 971-382-2000 or email kassi.roosth@marionswcd.net as far in advance as possible.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/salmon-watch-volunteer-training-4/
LOCATION:Packsaddle County Park\, 34519 N Santiam Hwy\, Gates\, Oregon\, 97346\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250821T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250821T160000
DTSTAMP:20260505T095954
CREATED:20250626T213718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T174521Z
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SUMMARY:Stream Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The Mid-Willamette Outreach Group is hosting a Stream Celebration at Bush’s Pasture Park on Thursday\, August 21\, 1-4 pm\, Come join us for this fun and free community event! Park in the parking lot off of Leffelle Steet. \nThe Stream Celebration is a fun all-ages family-friendly event with water/watershed/aquatic ecology activity stations. The goal of the event is to connect residents with local streams and the Willamette River to build pride in our shared waterways and community. \nAttendees will visit hands-on learning stations to learn about water quality\, aquatic macroinvertebrates\, salmonids\, riparian habitats\, and how to take action to support healthy watersheds along Pringle Creek. This is a move-at-your-own pace\, hands-on\, free-choice learning event. We hope you will join us and get to know our local waterways better! \nEvent Partners will include but are not limited to: \n\n\n\nOSU Extension Marion County 4-H\nSalem Environmental Education\nWillamette Resources and Education Network (WREN)\nSalem Audubon Society\nAnkeny Hill Nature Center \nOregon Master Naturalists\nPudding River Watershed Council\nOregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW)\nCity of Salem  \nCity of Keizer\nMarion Soil and Water Conservation District (Marion SWCD)\n\n\n\nRSVP is appreciated by not required.  Email kassi.roosth@marionswcd.net for more information.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/stream-celebration-at-bushs-pasture-park/
LOCATION:Bush’s Pasture Park\, 890 Mission St SE\, Salem\, Oregon\, 97302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Our River,Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250611T120000
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Day at Ankeny Hill Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/homeschool-day-at-ankeny-hill-nature-center/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250510T120000
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CREATED:20250403T172654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T172951Z
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SUMMARY:Pasture and Manure Talk at Scott's Mill Grange
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/paasture-and-manure-talk-at-scotts-mill-grange/
LOCATION:Scotts Mill Grange\, 299 4TH ST.\, SCOTTS MILLS\, OR\, 97375
CATEGORIES:Education,Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T095954
CREATED:20250226T191214Z
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SUMMARY:Plant Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Marion Soil and Water Conservation District for a plant walk through Bush Park to learn about native and invasive plants and get free resources\, including a Meadowscaping Handbook (digital version)\, to update your yard to be  water-wise and pollinator-friendly. \nThe plant walk will feature blooming wildflowers\, oak grove\, riparian plants\, and plant identification. \nAt this free event\, participants will be walking through Bush Park from 10 a.m. – noon\, starting at the base of the derby track hill. Wear comfortable shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring your reusable water bottle. \nFor accessibility questions\, please contact Julianah. \nInformation Link
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/plant-walk/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Education,Outreach
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250319T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250319T083000
DTSTAMP:20260505T095954
CREATED:20250226T174633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T172716Z
UID:10002054-1742371200-1742373000@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:Conservation Spotlight:  Meet the Farmers!
DESCRIPTION:Nottinghamshire Farms was established in 2018 by Anthony and Amanda Stevens.  They named their farm after Nottinghamshire county\, which was where Anthony was born in England (Robin Hood County) and also where they were married. Amanda was born and raised in Saint Paul\, Oregon. \nAnthony and Amanda met in New Zealand while working on farms and travelling after graduating from University. They got married in England and lived there for 4 years before coming to Oregon to farm on Amanda’s family farm before starting Nottinghamshire Farms. \nNottinghamshire Farms aims to supply top quality organic fruits and vegetables to the local area. \nThe Conservation Spotlight is a radio segment shining light on partnerships and programs for natural resources that airs on the third Wednesday of every month at 8 am as part of the weekly Willamette Wake Up radio program on KMUZ 100.7 and 88.5 FM. Marion SWCD shares the Spotlight with Polk SWCD. \n 
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/conservation-spotlight-meet-the-farmers/
LOCATION:KMUZ\, 100.7 & 88.5 FM
CATEGORIES:Conservation Spotlight,Outreach,Podcasts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250311T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250311T193000
DTSTAMP:20260505T095954
CREATED:20250304T205316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T172925Z
UID:10002056-1741716000-1741721400@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:Urban Streams Stewardship Symposium
DESCRIPTION:RSVP: stormwateroutreach@cityofsalem.net
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/urban-streams-stewardship-symposium-2/
LOCATION:Salem Public Library\, 585 Liberty St SE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Outreach
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250401
DTSTAMP:20260505T095954
CREATED:20250212T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T230158Z
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SUMMARY:The Great Raindrop Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Keizer Rapids Park\, Bush Pasture Park\, Ankeny Hill Nature Center  \nAre you looking for a fun activity this Spring Break? Join us in celebrating World Water Day (March 22) by participating in “The Great Raindrop Scavenger Hunt” in 3 parks: Bush Pasture Park\, Ankeny Hill Nature Center and Keizer Rapids Park. The Great Raindrop Scavenger Hunt is a self-guided digital scavenger hunt that will run March 1-31\, 2025 \nAccess the clues for these hunts via your smartphone to explore the hidden world of water with opportunities to learn about how individuals and municipalities care for our water resources.  This event is part of Winter Wildlife Field Days. \nFor more information please go to the website. \n 
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/the-great-raindrop-scavenger-hunt-3/
LOCATION:Ankeny Hill Nature Center\, 130 Ankeny Hill Rd SE\, Jefferson\, Oregon\, 97352\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250222T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250222T133000
DTSTAMP:20260505T095954
CREATED:20250203T221940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T221940Z
UID:10001651-1740220200-1740231000@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:Native Plant Propagation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Aurora Mills Greenspace Community Event\nQuestions?  Contact Emma Smith at emma@puddingriver.org
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/native-plant-propagation-workshop/
LOCATION:21781 Main St NE Aurora\, OR
CATEGORIES:Education,Outreach
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T110000
DTSTAMP:20260505T095954
CREATED:20250106T183712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T184039Z
UID:10001646-1737108000-1737111600@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:Presentation:  Conservation Resources & Opportunities for Working Lands
DESCRIPTION:Join our staff for the 54th Northwest Agricultural Show and learn about Conservation Resources & Opportunities for Working Lands from the Marion SWCD.  Live Presentations on Wednesday Jan. 15 at Noon and Friday Jan. 17 at 10 AM.\n \nSee the newest in equipment\, products & services to keep your small\, medium\, or large-scale farm or ranch operation running at peak performance. With over 100 exhibitors and 20+ seminars including OSHA Safety Classes thousands of visitors attend this event each year to visit with the northwest’s leading agriculture businesses. January 15-17\, 2025 located in the Jackman Long Building and Columbia Hal at the Oregon State Fairgrounds. Free Admission / Parking $5 per vehicle. \nLearn More>>>
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/presentation-at-the-nw-ag-show-conservation-resources-opportunities-for-working-lands/2025-01-17/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T095954
CREATED:20250106T183712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T184039Z
UID:10001645-1736942400-1736946000@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:Presentation:  Conservation Resources & Opportunities for Working Lands
DESCRIPTION:Join our staff for the 54th Northwest Agricultural Show and learn about Conservation Resources & Opportunities for Working Lands from the Marion SWCD.  Live Presentations on Wednesday Jan. 15 at Noon and Friday Jan. 17 at 10 AM.\n \nSee the newest in equipment\, products & services to keep your small\, medium\, or large-scale farm or ranch operation running at peak performance. With over 100 exhibitors and 20+ seminars including OSHA Safety Classes thousands of visitors attend this event each year to visit with the northwest’s leading agriculture businesses. January 15-17\, 2025 located in the Jackman Long Building and Columbia Hal at the Oregon State Fairgrounds. Free Admission / Parking $5 per vehicle. \nLearn More>>>
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/presentation-at-the-nw-ag-show-conservation-resources-opportunities-for-working-lands/2025-01-15/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241102T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T095954
CREATED:20241009T192152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T192152Z
UID:10001595-1730538000-1730548800@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:Rain Garden Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar for November 2nd from 9am until Noon at Keizer Rapids Park! Learn about site selection for raingardens\, plant choices\, soil drainage and meet subject matter experts! \nPercolation tests\, plant choices\, slope\, regulations and how to plant will all be covered in this workshop!  Register here: https://arcg.is/1uv5an \nFollowed by a Seed Swap from 12 – 2 pm.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/rain-garden-workshop/
LOCATION:Keizer Rapids Park\, 1900 Chemawa Rd N\, Keizer\, OR\, 97303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241016T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241016T193000
DTSTAMP:20260505T095954
CREATED:20240913T151939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T155701Z
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SUMMARY:Tribal Perspectives on Restoring Local Ecosystems with Traditional Ecological Knowledge
DESCRIPTION:Tribal Perspectives on Restoring Local Ecosystems with Traditional Ecological Knowledge \nA Lecture and Book Signing with Dr David Lewis\, Author of Tribal Histories of the Willamette Valley \n \nDr. David Lewis\, Grand Ronde Tribal member\, OSU Assistant Professor of Anthropology and Indigenous Studies\, and author will discuss Kalapuya tribal perspectives on restoring local ecosystems with Traditional Ecological Knowledge. \nThe presentation will: \n\nraise awareness of native perspectives on conservation issues.\nshare environmental history of the area including Lake Labish\, John Neal\, Lower Mill Creek\, Waller and Penitentiary Dam.\nallow for discussion on how we can work together for natural resources conservation.\nprovide insights on how different organizations help with land management and conservation.\n\nThe lecture will be followed by a book signing. Bring your own copy of Tribal Histories of the Willamette Valley\, win a copy\, or purchase it at the event. \nEvent Partners: Elderberry Wisdom Farm\, Chemeketa Department of Agriculture Science and Technology\, North Santiam Watershed Council\, City of Salem\, Marion SWCD\, and Polk SWCD \nAuthor Bio: David G. Lewis\, PhD and member of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde\, is a recognized researcher\, scholar\, writer and assistant professor of anthropology and Indigenous studies at Oregon State University. His publications include “Willamette Valley Treaties\,” “A History of Native Peoples of the Eugene\, Cascades & Coast Region\,” and others. For more than twenty years\, Lewis has been passionate about studying the original histories of the people of Oregon and California and has an extensive record of collaborative projects with regional scholars\, tribes\, local governments\, and communities. Lewis’s research specializes in the history of Kalapuyans and other Western Oregon tribes\, which he explores through journal essays and on his blog The Quartux Journal. He currently resides in Chemeketa\, now Salem\, Oregon\, with his wife\, Donna\, and two sons\, Saghaley and Inatye. \nEvent Location: Chemeketa Community College’s Agriculture Hub is located at 4000 Lancaster Dr NE at the intersection of 45th Avenue and Fire Protection Way.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/tribal-perspectives-author-talk/
LOCATION:Chemeketa Ag Complex\, 45th and Fire Protection Way\, Salem\, Oregon\, 97305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241009T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241009T140000
DTSTAMP:20260505T095954
CREATED:20240821T204141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T204323Z
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SUMMARY:Salmon Watch Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Salmon Watch field trips bring students to the water’s edge where salmon are actively spawning. Salmon Watch is powered by volunteers. \nThis trip is for K-8 students from Fossil Distance Learning. \nThe field trip is about 4 hours long. The actual start and end times vary depending on bus schedules. Final times will be shared with scheduled volunteers for each trip. \nWe need 8 volunteers to teach the learning stations. Training is provided! \nIf you’d like to volunteer for this Salmon Watch field trip or another\, sign up here. \nThank you!
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/salmon-watch-field-trip-31/
LOCATION:Packsaddle County Park\, 34519 N Santiam Hwy\, Gates\, Oregon\, 97346\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241008T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241008T140000
DTSTAMP:20260505T095954
CREATED:20240827T201510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T201510Z
UID:10001591-1728376200-1728396000@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:Salmon Watch Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Salmon Watch field trips bring students to the water’s edge where salmon are actively spawning. Salmon Watch is powered by volunteers. \nThis trip is for Bethany Charter School 3rd-4th and 7th-8th graders. \nThe field trip is about 4 hours long. The actual start and end times vary depending on bus schedules. Final times will be shared with scheduled volunteers for each trip. \nWe need 8 volunteers to teach the learning stations. Training is provided! \nIf you’d like to volunteer for this Salmon Watch field trip or another\, sign up here. \nThank you!
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/salmon-watch-field-trip-33/
LOCATION:Packsaddle County Park\, 34519 N Santiam Hwy\, Gates\, Oregon\, 97346\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241007T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241007T140000
DTSTAMP:20260505T095954
CREATED:20240821T204039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T204438Z
UID:10001588-1728289800-1728309600@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:Salmon Watch Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Salmon Watch field trips bring students to the water’s edge where salmon are actively spawning. Salmon Watch is powered by volunteers. \nThis trip is for 11th grade students from South Salem High School. \nThe field trip is about 4 hours long. The actual start and end times vary depending on bus schedules. Final times will be shared with scheduled volunteers for each trip. \nWe need 4 volunteers to teach the learning stations. Training is provided! \nIf you’d like to volunteer for this Salmon Watch field trip or another\, sign up here. \nThank you!
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/salmon-watch-field-trip-30/
LOCATION:Packsaddle County Park\, 34519 N Santiam Hwy\, Gates\, Oregon\, 97346\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241004T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241004T140000
DTSTAMP:20260505T095954
CREATED:20240821T203941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T203941Z
UID:10001587-1728030600-1728050400@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:Salmon Watch Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Salmon Watch field trips bring students to the water’s edge where salmon are actively spawning. Salmon Watch is powered by volunteers. \nThis trip is for students from West Salem School. \nThe field trip is about 4 hours long. The actual start and end times vary depending on bus schedules. Final times will be shared with scheduled volunteers for each trip. \nWe need 8 volunteers to teach the learning stations. Training is provided! \nIf you’d like to volunteer for this Salmon Watch field trip or another\, sign up here. \nThank you!
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/salmon-watch-field-trip-29/
LOCATION:Packsaddle County Park\, 34519 N Santiam Hwy\, Gates\, Oregon\, 97346\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241003T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241003T140000
DTSTAMP:20260505T095954
CREATED:20240821T203841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T203841Z
UID:10001586-1727944200-1727964000@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:Salmon Watch Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Salmon Watch field trips bring students to the water’s edge where salmon are actively spawning. Salmon Watch is powered by volunteers. \nThis trip is for 4th grade students from Auburn Elementary School. \nThe field trip is about 4 hours long. The actual start and end times vary depending on bus schedules. Final times will be shared with scheduled volunteers for each trip. \nWe need 8 volunteers to teach the learning stations. Training is provided! \nIf you’d like to volunteer for this Salmon Watch field trip or another\, sign up here. \nThank you!
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/salmon-watch-field-trip-28/
LOCATION:Packsaddle County Park\, 34519 N Santiam Hwy\, Gates\, Oregon\, 97346\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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