Conservation Club: Community Planting Day
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
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Earth Day Clean and Green Event
Cascades Gateway Park 2100 Turner Rd. SE, Salem, OR, United StatesCelebrate 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,
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Happy Earth Day 2026 Conservation Pledge
Celebrate Earth Day by taking action in your community! While we don’t have an event happening on Earth Day itself, there are still plenty of ways to participate and make
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Right Tools, Right Place: Combating Invasives and Restoring Oak Habitat
Oregon Garden 879 W. Main St., Silverton, OR, United StatesOregon's oak woodlands and savannas are under pressure from invasive plants, ice damage, and changing conditions that make it harder for oaks to thrive. The Oregon Garden Foundation is hosting
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Earth Day River Cleanup – Wallace House Park
Wallace House Park 3535 Rivercrest Dr N, Keizer, OR, United StatesJoin 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,
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Riparian Restoration for Working Lands Workshop
Silverton Grange 201 Division St NE, Silverton, United StatesJoin Marion Soil and Water Conservation District for a practical, farmer-focused workshop exploring how streamside (riparian) restoration can work with your operation — not against it. This event is designed for farmers and landowners near streams who are interested in supporting the long-term productivity of their land while improving water quality and enhancing habitat.
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Marion County Master Gardner Plant Sale
Salem Armory Auditorium 2310 17th St. NE, Salem, OR, United StatesOur partners at OSU Extension | Marion County Master Gardeners will be hosting a Plant Sale Friday May 8th from 10am-7pm Saturday May 9th from 9am-4pm New location - same
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Wildfire Risk and Readiness Workshop
Oregon Garden 879 W. Main St., Silverton, OR, United StatesMarion SWCD is proud to partner with Sustainable Silverton, OSU Extension, and Silverton Fire District to host a Wildfire Risk and Readiness Workshop at the Oregon Gardens aimed at presenting key wildfire preparedness practices including emergency preparedness, defensible space, and how to work with your community to reduce wildfire risk including the use of FireWise as a preparedness tool.
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First Friday: Salem’s Drinking Water – Source to Sink
ZoomVirtual EventJoin Nenette Sequira, Water Education Instructor with the City of Salem, explore the history of Salem’s drinking water, where our water originates, how water becomes polluted, and the treatment processes used to ensure clean, safe water reaches homes and businesses throughout the community.
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Board of Directors Information Session
Virtual EventJoin Marion Soil and Water Conservation District for a virtual multi-district Board of Directors Information Session to learn about the role of Soil and Water Conservation District board members and the upcoming election process.
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Homeschool Day at Ankeny Hill Nature Center
Ankeny Hill Nature Center 130 Ankeny Hill Rd SE, Jefferson, Oregon, United StatesMarion Soil and Water Conservation District is excited to partner at Homeschool Day at Ankeny Hill Nature Center! Wednesday, June 10, 2026 | Time: 10:00am - 12:30pm
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Our River Celebration | Minto Brown Island Park
Minto Brown Island Park 2200 Minto Brown Island Rd, Salem, OR, United StatesJoin the Mid-Willamette Outreach Group for the, Our River Celebration at Minto-Brown Island Park. This free, family-friendly event invites people of all ages to explore and learn about our local rivers, streams, and waterways through hands-on activities and interactive stations.
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Little Habitat Project (LHP) Community Kit Giveaway
Marion SWCD is offering FREE Little Habitat Project (LHP) Community Kits to help community spaces create pockets of native habitat that support pollinators, wildlife, and healthy ecosystems throughout Marion County.
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Keizer Public Works Day Celebration
Keizer Rapids Park 1900 Chemawa Rd N, Keizer, OR, United StatesJoin Marion Soil and Water Conservation District staff at Keizer Rapids Park for the City of Keizer’s Public Works Day celebration. This free, family-friendly community event highlights the important work Public Works staff, local agencies, and partner organizations do to serve the community.
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Santiam SummerFest | 30th Anniversary
138 N Third Ave 138 N Third Ave, Stayton, United StatesSantiam SummerFest is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a full day of community fun in Downtown Stayton! This free, family-friendly event brings together local vendors, entertainment, food, activities, and community organizations for one of the Mid-Willamette Valley’s favorite summer traditions.
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National Night Out
Keizer Elks Lodge #2472 4250 Cherry Ave NE, Keizer, OR, United StatesJoin Marion Soil and Water Conservation District at National Night Out in Keizer, a community celebration focused on building connections between neighbors, local organizations, and community partners.
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Englewood Forest Festival
Englewood Park 1260 19th St NE, Salem, OR, United StatesJoin the Englewood Forest Festival for a free celebration of arts, nature, and community at historic Englewood Park in Salem. This family-friendly event invites visitors of all ages to explore
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Native Wildflower Seed Packaging Volunteer Event
Marion SWCD office 408 N. Third Ave., Stayton, OR, United StatesJoin Marion Soil and Water Conservation District for a hands-on volunteer event helping package native wildflower seeds for free community giveaways!
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Little Habitat Project (LHP) Community Kit Giveaway | Application Deadline
Marion SWCD is offering FREE Little Habitat Project (LHP) Community Kits to help community spaces create pockets of native habitat that support pollinators, wildlife, and healthy ecosystems throughout Marion County.
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Salmon Watch Volunteer Training
Packsaddle County Park 34519 N Santiam Hwy, Gates, Oregon, United StatesDo you enjoy teaching kids outdoors? Then Salmon Watch could be a great fit for you! We are seeking volunteers who are kind, patient, and excited to work with kids. No
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Small Farm School
Clackamas Community College 19600 Molalla Ave, Oregon City, United StatesSmall Farm School is an annual, full-day learning event designed for both beginning and experienced small-scale farmers.
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Pollinator Connection: Symposium and Festival
Scottish Rite Center 4090 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR, United StatesJoin the Marion County Master Gardener Association for Pollinator Connection, a free afternoon celebrating pollinators, plants, and the people who help create thriving habitat. The event features educational presentations, demonstrations, exhibits, a plant sale, and local vendors.
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Marion SWCD Board Write-In Candidate Opportunity (Deadline to File)
Oregon Department of Agriculture 635 Capitol St. NE, Suite 100, Salem, OR, United StatesMarion SWCD Board Write-In Opportunity Interested in Helping Shape Conservation in Marion County? Several Marion Soil & Water Conservation District Board positions are open to qualified write-in candidates for the
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Native Plant Celebration (with Habitat Hikes) at Keizer Rapids Park
Keizer Rapids Park 1900 Chemawa Rd N, Keizer, OR, United StatesConnect with nature and our community as we replant a rain garden, learn about native plants and their role in supporting local wildlife and ecosystems, and enjoy a variety of activities.
