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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

  • Earth Day River Cleanup – Wallace House Park

    Wallace House Park 3535 Rivercrest Dr N, Keizer, OR, United States

    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,

  • Riparian Restoration for Working Lands Workshop

    Community Connection
    Silverton Grange 201 Division St NE, Silverton, United States

    Join 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.

    Free

  • Marion County Master Gardner Plant Sale

    Salem Armory Auditorium 2310 17th St. NE, Salem, OR, United States

    Our 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

  • Wildfire Risk and Readiness Workshop

    Community Connection
    Oregon Garden 879 W. Main St., Silverton, OR, United States

    Marion 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.

    Free

  • First Friday: Salem’s Drinking Water – Source to Sink

    First Fridays
    Zoom
    Virtual Event

    Join 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.

    Free
  • Clover with bumble bee.

    Board of Directors Information Session

    Virtual Event

    Join 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.

  • Homeschool Day at Ankeny Hill Nature Center

    Ankeny Hill Nature Center 130 Ankeny Hill Rd SE, Jefferson, Oregon, United States

    Marion 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      

  • Our River Celebration | Minto Brown Island Park

    Our River
    Minto Brown Island Park 2200 Minto Brown Island Rd, Salem, OR, United States

    Join 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.

  • Two monarch butterflies with a link to register for a Little Habitat Community Kit.

    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.

  • Keizer Public Works Day Celebration

    Keizer Rapids Park 1900 Chemawa Rd N, Keizer, OR, United States

    Join 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.

  • an orange and yellow logo with a big smiling sun wearing sunglasses at top and the the words Santiam Summer Fest below.

    Santiam SummerFest | 30th Anniversary

    138 N Third Ave 138 N Third Ave, Stayton, United States

    Santiam 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.

  • National Night Out

    Keizer Elks Lodge #2472 4250 Cherry Ave NE, Keizer, OR, United States

    Join 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.

  • Englewood forest festival advertisement graphic.

    Englewood Forest Festival

    Englewood Park 1260 19th St NE, Salem, OR, United States

    Join 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

  • an illustration with a female salmon in a stream seen from below and lush riparian vegetation and a rainbow in the background.

    Salmon Watch Volunteer Training

    Salmon Watch
    Packsaddle County Park 34519 N Santiam Hwy, Gates, Oregon, United States

    Do 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

    Free

  • Rooster on fence post with farm field and shed in background.

    Small Farm School

    Clackamas Community College 19600 Molalla Ave, Oregon City, United States

    Small Farm School is an annual, full-day learning event designed for both beginning and experienced small-scale farmers.

  • Graphic of a butterfly next to the event name, pollinator connection

    Pollinator Connection: Symposium and Festival

    Scottish Rite Center 4090 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR, United States

    Join 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.

  • Marion SWCD Board Write-In Candidate Opportunity (Deadline to File)

    Oregon Department of Agriculture 635 Capitol St. NE, Suite 100, Salem, OR, United States

    Marion 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

  • hands in soil and people walking on a nature trail

    Native Plant Celebration (with Habitat Hikes) at Keizer Rapids Park

    Keizer Rapids Park 1900 Chemawa Rd N, Keizer, OR, United States

    Connect 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.

  • CLEAR Grant Details with Trees and landscape graphic

    C.L.E.A.R. Grant Application Cycle Deadline

    Marion SWCD’s Conservation Learning Education and Resource (C.L.E.A.R.) Grant Program provides funding for projects and events that support the district’s mission to partner with people in support of thriving lands, clean water, and healthy habitats.

  • Image of mill creek waterway.

    Mill Creek BioBlitz Kick off Event

    You’re invited to join the Mill Creek BioBlitz! Thursday, October 29th. 9am-1pm, Downtown Salem Our partners at the North Santiam Watershed Council (NSWC) will be kicking off a BioBlitz on