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SUMMARY:Stayton Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Stop by to visit Marion SWCD at the Stayton Farmers Market.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/stayton-farmers-market-2/
LOCATION:138 N Third Ave\, 138 N Third Ave\, Stayton\, 97383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240810T160000
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SUMMARY:Englewood Forest Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Englewood Forest Festival is located in the heart of the Northeast Neighbors neighborhood in Salem’s historic Englewood Park. We celebrate the arts\, nature\, and community in a free family-friendly festival sharing the diverse talents of local artists\, musicians\, performers\, and environmental nonprofits. The festival provides music and entertainment on two stages and free family-friendly activities for all ages to learn more about the Englewood Forest environment. \nVisit with Marion SWCD to create native wildflower seed balls!
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/englewood-forest-festival-3/
LOCATION:Englewood Park\, 1260 19th St NE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240727T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240727T190000
DTSTAMP:20240715T232203Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T232203Z
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SUMMARY:Santiam SummerFest
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate summer with Marion SWCD from 10 am to 7 pm at Santiam SummerFest! \n \nAnnual Vendor Street Fair with more than 100 participating vendors including area businesses\, retailers\, organizations\, churches\, artisans\, culinary creatives and more.  Plus Live Music\, Food\, Brews all day long in the Entertainment Area. Family Fun Zone including petting zoo\, sports\, games and activities for the whole family. Big Boys Toys attraction featuring construction\, forestry\, emergency services\, motosports\, equipment and more. \nAlways the Last Saturday in July on 3rd Ave. –  Historic Downtown Stayton. Free to the attendees. (Suggested $5 donation per person/$20 per family.) \n10AM – 4PM Vendor Street Fair\, Family Fun Zone & Big Boys Toys\n11AM – 7PM Food\, Brews & Live Entertainment
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/santiam-summerfest-2/
LOCATION:Marion SWCD office\, 408 N. Third Ave.\, Stayton\, OR\, 97383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240717T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240717T190000
DTSTAMP:20240621T235124Z
CREATED:20240621T234445Z
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SUMMARY:Chemeketa Wednesday Market
DESCRIPTION:Chemeketa Community College Agricultural Building #60 \nVisit with Marion SWCD staff at the Wednesday Market! Ask us your conservation questions\, learn how to get involved\, and receive handy prizes!
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/chemeketa-wednesday-market/
LOCATION:Chemeketa Ag Complex\, 45th and Fire Protection Way\, Salem\, Oregon\, 97305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240618T140000
DTSTAMP:20240601T000805Z
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SUMMARY:Public Works Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us Tuesday\, June 18th to celebrate Keizer’s Public Works Department and partner organizations. Enjoy free activities\, snacks\, games\, and demonstrations!
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/public-works-day-2/
LOCATION:Keizer Rapids Park\, 1900 Chemawa Rd N\, Keizer\, OR\, 97303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240613T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240613T190000
DTSTAMP:20240513T222236Z
CREATED:20240509T171508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T222236Z
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SUMMARY:Learn How to Join A Conservation District Board
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about running for soil and water conservation district director in your community? This event will walk you through the basics of what a soil and water conservation board member or district director does\, what qualifications are needed\, and what steps candidates need to take to get on the ballot and get elected. Hear from Directors who’ve just started to serve and who’ve served for many years. You are sure to walk away feeling inspired and ready to take the next step in becoming an elected Director of a Soil and Water Conservation District!  \nThis webinar is for residents of \n\nClackamas County\nEast Multnomah County\nLane County\nMarion County\nWest Multnomah County\n\nEvent hosts: Clackamas SWCD\, East Multnomah SWCD\, Marion SWCD\, Upper Willamette SWCD\, and West Multnomah SWCD. \nTo request translation or accessibility accommodations\, please email eleanor@wmswcd.org
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/join-our-board/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240613T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240613T153000
DTSTAMP:20240530T234855Z
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SUMMARY:Field Day for Hazelnut Growers
DESCRIPTION:Ioka Farms Field Day \nWe will begin the day learning about Ioka Farms’ development of soil health over time\, including challenges and successes. \nWe’ll then go on a walking tour of the farm’s equipment and view the soil health trailer rainfall demonstration. \nUpdates from the Science Sector with research shared from OSU and U of O. \nFinally\, you’ll hear from local service providers about financial programs available\, technical assistance\, and equipment rental programs. Of course\, there will be time for questions and networking with your fellow producers! \nRSVP TO ATTEND THIS FREE EVENT at https://www.tickettailor.com/events/polksoilandwaterconservationdistrict/1252991 \nEvent Partners \n\nUSDA Natural Resources Conservation Service\nIoka Farms\nOregon State University\nUniversity of Oregon\nPolk Soil and Water Conservation District\nMarion Soil and Water Conservation District\nClackamas Soil and Water Conservation District
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/field-day-for-hazelnut-growers/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service":MAILTO:theresa.brehm@usda.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240611T130000
DTSTAMP:20240530T185156Z
CREATED:20230811T234603Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Day
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool families are invited to attend this free learning opportunity at Ankeny Hill Nature Center. \n \nJune is National Pollinator Month. Explore the wonderful world of pollinators at this special homeschool event. Science and craft activities will be geared to students ages 5 to 12; older and younger siblings are welcome\, too. Walk the trails to visit all the stations or focus on the activities held close to Gehlar Hall. Bring your lunch or snacks – we have picnic tables and a place for you to fill your water bottles. Be prepared to pack in and pack out your items and leave the pets at home.  Parking is limited\, we encourage carpooling. Scroll down to RSVP. \nVolunteer! We are recruiting volunteers to assist at the learning stations. Shifts are from 9-11:45 am and 11:30am – 2pm. Click here to volunteer! \nActivities  \n\nBecome a Pollinator – Transform into a honey bee\, ladybug\, monarch butterfly and more with Salem Environmental Education.\nPonds Are Alive! – Come learn about the cool bugs and other critters that call the wetlands of Ankeny Hill home with Oregon State University.\nDo You Know Your Noxious Weeds? – Noxious Weed ID Study Guide and Quiz with live samples to ID with Oregon Dept. of Agriculture.\nWhat’s the Difference? – Learn to tell bees\, wasps and flies apart with Marion Co. Master Gardeners.\nBuild-a-Bug – Students will investigate and make observations of insect anatomy and insect characteristics\, and then build their own bug using craft supplies. All insects should have 6 legs\, 3 body parts\, and compound eyes with Marion Co. 4-H Jr. Master Gardeners.\nHummingbirds Pollinate\, too! – Showcase the hummingbirds of the Willamette Valley and explain how they pollinate. We will have 3D visuals and also have some coloring pages and prizes. Through a display of local hummingbirds and activities\, visitors will learn about one of Oregon’s avian pollinators with Salem Audubon Society.\nArts & Crafts – Get crafty with Ankeny Hill Nature Center and Marion SWCD.\nReading Nook – Take some quiet time to explore books about pollinators.\nForest Bee BINGO – Test your knowledge about forest bees by playing BINGO and earning points. with Oregon Forest Resources Institute.\nSoil Tunnel – Explore the hidden world of soil in this fun crawl-through experience with a scavenger hunt with Marion SWCD.\nPollinators to Product – Match the pollinator to the plant in this fun activity! Color your own mask and transform into your favorite insect with Xerces Society.\nBlock Printing with Native Plants – Learn about plants that are important for pollinators and people\, the create a card using stamps of species grown at the Confederated Tribe of Grand Ronde’s Native Plant Materials Program\nHoney Bees: Gateway to Native Bees – Discover honey bees & native bees. Ankeny Hill Nature Center\nFlower Power! Learn simple flower anatomy and get an up close look at native plant and pollinator species with observation tools!\nSoil Health Rainfall Demo – We will use a rainfall simulator and tabletop soil aggregate demonstrations to understand how different managements of soils and plants can impact rainfall infiltration or runoff with Natural Resources Conservation Service.\nMini-Habitats to Take Home – Plant your own habitat to support birds and pollinators!\n\nFantastic Event Partners Include:\n\nAnkeny Hill Nature Center  \n\nThe Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Natural Resources Dept. \nMarion Soil and Water Conservation District  \nNatural Resources Conservation Service \nOregon Dept. of Ag. Noxious Weed Program \nThe Oregon Forest Resources Institute  \nOSU Dept of Fisheries\, Wildlife\, and Conservation Sciences \nOSU Ext. Marion County 4-H\nOSU Marion County Master Gardeners Assn.  \nSalem Audubon Society \nSalem Environmental Education  \nUS Fish & Wildlife Service Willamette Valley National Wildlife Refuge Complex \nWillamette Resources & Educational Network (WREN)\nXerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation  \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.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/homeschool-day-2/
LOCATION:Ankeny Hill Nature Center\, 130 Ankeny Hill Rd SE\, Jefferson\, Oregon\, 97352\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240609T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240609T160000
DTSTAMP:20240508T213702Z
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SUMMARY:Little Habitat Yard Tour
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a “gardening with natives” tour of 2 yards in Keizer\, OR. \nTwo community members will share ideas and inspiration for creating habitat in your yard. \nAmanda Robinson’s yard is an example of the early stages of lawn removal\, to a mostly native yard habitat. She is a newly certified participant in the Little Habitat Project and working on all sorts of exciting projects. \nSandi’s 1.67 acre garden includes mature trees and shrubs\, planted before they moved here 14 years ago. Many non-native perennials and trees that we added\, and examples of their recent focus on habitat includes a grove of fir trees\, a .3 acre meadow planted just this winter\, a new hedgerow\, willow windbreak\, downspout catchment\, small rain garden\, various water sources for birds and pollinators\, a 450 sq ft brush pile\, and about 140 varieties of native plants\, mostly planted in the last 3 years. They are currently targeting invasive weeds and expanding swaths of pollinator plants. \nMarion Soil & Water Conservation District will be present to share information about the brand-new Little Habitat Project and how to certify your yard or other habitat project. \nPlease RSVP on the Facebook event page and message Amanda Robinson or Kassi Roosth (kassi.roosth@marionswcd.net) for addresses
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/little-habitat-yard-tour-2/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240601T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240601T160000
DTSTAMP:20240502T191259Z
CREATED:20240502T191259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T191259Z
UID:10001545-1717246800-1717257600@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:Little Habitat Yard Tour
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a “gardening with natives” tour of 3 yards in South Salem off Madrona. \nThree community members who live close to one another will share ideas and inspiration for creating habitat in your yard. Michelle Harvey’s yard is planted with ~85% Willamette Valley native plants. She has incorporated various habitat features (brush pile\, rock piles\, leaving stems\, etc.). She is a certified participant in the Little Habitat Project. Lorie and Katy are a less than 5 minutes away and right down the street from each other. Lorie is also working toward Little Habitat certification. They have both been incorporating native plants into more established plantings. The variety of projects is sure to provide something for everyone! \nMarion Soil & Water Conservation District will be present to share information about the brand-new Little Habitat Project and how to certify your yard or other habitat project. \nPlease RSVP on the Facebook event page and message Michelle Harvey or Kassi Roosth (kassi.roosth@marionswcd.net) for addresses \nAll three yards are by Madrona and Commercial/Liberty.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/little-habitat-yard-tour/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240429T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240429T210000
DTSTAMP:20240419T191922Z
CREATED:20240402T171014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T191922Z
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SUMMARY:City of Salem City Nature Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The City Nature Challenge is a four-day worldwide challenge where community members go out and make observations using their cell phone of wild plants and wild animals using the iNaturalist app. These observations go into a large database used by scientists to further their knowledge and research on biodiversity. You can be a citizen scientist by participating in this challenge! Learn more by listening to this radio interview with two of the event planners.\n\nHow to Participate\n\nDownload the iNaturalist app available in the Google Play and Apple app stores. Make an iNaturalist account.\nTake photos of wild plants and animals during the four days of the challenge. The challenge takes place in April each year.\nUpload your observations to share with the iNaturalist community.\nYou can make observations on your own during the challenge dates or attend a City of Salem bioblitz event.\n\n2024 Challenge Dates: April 26 – 29\nCity of Salem Bioblitz Events\nFriday\, April 26\nOwl Prowl\, Insect Spotlight\n7:45 pm – 9:45 pm\nMinto Brown Island Park\, 2200 Minto Island Rd. SW\, Salem \nSaturday\, April 27\nNative & Invasive Plants\, Bird Watching & ID\n10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nMinto Brown Island Park\, 2200 Minto Island Rd. SW\, Salem \nRiparian Plants & Birds\n10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nOrchard Heights Park\, 1165 Orchard Heights Rd. NW\, Salem \nPrairie Habitat Plants & Birds\n12:00 pm – 2:00 pm\nOrchard Heights Oak Savannah\, 1970 Orchard Heights Rd. NW\, Salem \nBees & Butterflies\, Insects\n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm\nOSU Extension Marion County Master Gardener Demonstration Garden\, 3180 Center St.\, Salem \nSunday\, April 28\nPlant ID\, Family Scavenger Hunt\n9:30 am – 11:30 am\nEnglewood Park\, 1260 19th St. NE\, Salem \nPlant ID\n12:00pm – 2:00pm\nBush Pasture Park\, 890 Mission St. SE\, Salem \nMonday\, April 29\nRiparian Plants\, Birds\n1:00pm – 3:00pm\nBush Pasture Park\, 890 Mission St. SE\, Salem
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/city-of-salem-city-nature-challenge/2024-04-29/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240428T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240428T210000
DTSTAMP:20240419T191922Z
CREATED:20240402T171014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T191922Z
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SUMMARY:City of Salem City Nature Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The City Nature Challenge is a four-day worldwide challenge where community members go out and make observations using their cell phone of wild plants and wild animals using the iNaturalist app. These observations go into a large database used by scientists to further their knowledge and research on biodiversity. You can be a citizen scientist by participating in this challenge! Learn more by listening to this radio interview with two of the event planners.\n\nHow to Participate\n\nDownload the iNaturalist app available in the Google Play and Apple app stores. Make an iNaturalist account.\nTake photos of wild plants and animals during the four days of the challenge. The challenge takes place in April each year.\nUpload your observations to share with the iNaturalist community.\nYou can make observations on your own during the challenge dates or attend a City of Salem bioblitz event.\n\n2024 Challenge Dates: April 26 – 29\nCity of Salem Bioblitz Events\nFriday\, April 26\nOwl Prowl\, Insect Spotlight\n7:45 pm – 9:45 pm\nMinto Brown Island Park\, 2200 Minto Island Rd. SW\, Salem \nSaturday\, April 27\nNative & Invasive Plants\, Bird Watching & ID\n10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nMinto Brown Island Park\, 2200 Minto Island Rd. SW\, Salem \nRiparian Plants & Birds\n10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nOrchard Heights Park\, 1165 Orchard Heights Rd. NW\, Salem \nPrairie Habitat Plants & Birds\n12:00 pm – 2:00 pm\nOrchard Heights Oak Savannah\, 1970 Orchard Heights Rd. NW\, Salem \nBees & Butterflies\, Insects\n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm\nOSU Extension Marion County Master Gardener Demonstration Garden\, 3180 Center St.\, Salem \nSunday\, April 28\nPlant ID\, Family Scavenger Hunt\n9:30 am – 11:30 am\nEnglewood Park\, 1260 19th St. NE\, Salem \nPlant ID\n12:00pm – 2:00pm\nBush Pasture Park\, 890 Mission St. SE\, Salem \nMonday\, April 29\nRiparian Plants\, Birds\n1:00pm – 3:00pm\nBush Pasture Park\, 890 Mission St. SE\, Salem
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/city-of-salem-city-nature-challenge/2024-04-28/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240427T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240427T150000
DTSTAMP:20240402T213708Z
CREATED:20240401T220043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T213708Z
UID:10001528-1714208400-1714230000@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:Mission St Parks Conservancy Spring Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Visit with Marion SWCD about native and invasive plants! \nMission Street Parks Conservancy’s annual spring plant sale supports Bush’s Pasture Park. Free parking. \nThe plant sale will be held at the foot of the Soapbox Derby Track from 10 AM to 6 PM on Friday and from 9 AM to 3 PM on Saturday. \nPlants include vegetable starts\, herbs\, native plants\, and more. Marion SWCD will be present all day Friday\, April 26 with info about native and invasive plants.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/mission-st-parks-conservancy-spring-plant-sale/2024-04-27/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Outreach
ORGANIZER;CN="Mission Street Parks Conservancy":MAILTO:Info@MissionStreetParks.Org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240427T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240427T210000
DTSTAMP:20240419T191922Z
CREATED:20240402T171014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T191922Z
UID:10001531-1714204800-1714251600@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:City of Salem City Nature Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The City Nature Challenge is a four-day worldwide challenge where community members go out and make observations using their cell phone of wild plants and wild animals using the iNaturalist app. These observations go into a large database used by scientists to further their knowledge and research on biodiversity. You can be a citizen scientist by participating in this challenge! Learn more by listening to this radio interview with two of the event planners.\n\nHow to Participate\n\nDownload the iNaturalist app available in the Google Play and Apple app stores. Make an iNaturalist account.\nTake photos of wild plants and animals during the four days of the challenge. The challenge takes place in April each year.\nUpload your observations to share with the iNaturalist community.\nYou can make observations on your own during the challenge dates or attend a City of Salem bioblitz event.\n\n2024 Challenge Dates: April 26 – 29\nCity of Salem Bioblitz Events\nFriday\, April 26\nOwl Prowl\, Insect Spotlight\n7:45 pm – 9:45 pm\nMinto Brown Island Park\, 2200 Minto Island Rd. SW\, Salem \nSaturday\, April 27\nNative & Invasive Plants\, Bird Watching & ID\n10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nMinto Brown Island Park\, 2200 Minto Island Rd. SW\, Salem \nRiparian Plants & Birds\n10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nOrchard Heights Park\, 1165 Orchard Heights Rd. NW\, Salem \nPrairie Habitat Plants & Birds\n12:00 pm – 2:00 pm\nOrchard Heights Oak Savannah\, 1970 Orchard Heights Rd. NW\, Salem \nBees & Butterflies\, Insects\n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm\nOSU Extension Marion County Master Gardener Demonstration Garden\, 3180 Center St.\, Salem \nSunday\, April 28\nPlant ID\, Family Scavenger Hunt\n9:30 am – 11:30 am\nEnglewood Park\, 1260 19th St. NE\, Salem \nPlant ID\n12:00pm – 2:00pm\nBush Pasture Park\, 890 Mission St. SE\, Salem \nMonday\, April 29\nRiparian Plants\, Birds\n1:00pm – 3:00pm\nBush Pasture Park\, 890 Mission St. SE\, Salem
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/city-of-salem-city-nature-challenge/2024-04-27/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240426T180000
DTSTAMP:20240402T213708Z
CREATED:20240401T220043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T213708Z
UID:10001527-1714125600-1714154400@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:Mission St Parks Conservancy Spring Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Visit with Marion SWCD about native and invasive plants! \nMission Street Parks Conservancy’s annual spring plant sale supports Bush’s Pasture Park. Free parking. \nThe plant sale will be held at the foot of the Soapbox Derby Track from 10 AM to 6 PM on Friday and from 9 AM to 3 PM on Saturday. \nPlants include vegetable starts\, herbs\, native plants\, and more. Marion SWCD will be present all day Friday\, April 26 with info about native and invasive plants.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/mission-st-parks-conservancy-spring-plant-sale/2024-04-26/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Outreach
ORGANIZER;CN="Mission Street Parks Conservancy":MAILTO:Info@MissionStreetParks.Org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240426T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240426T210000
DTSTAMP:20240419T191922Z
CREATED:20240402T171014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T191922Z
UID:10001530-1714118400-1714165200@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:City of Salem City Nature Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The City Nature Challenge is a four-day worldwide challenge where community members go out and make observations using their cell phone of wild plants and wild animals using the iNaturalist app. These observations go into a large database used by scientists to further their knowledge and research on biodiversity. You can be a citizen scientist by participating in this challenge! Learn more by listening to this radio interview with two of the event planners.\n\nHow to Participate\n\nDownload the iNaturalist app available in the Google Play and Apple app stores. Make an iNaturalist account.\nTake photos of wild plants and animals during the four days of the challenge. The challenge takes place in April each year.\nUpload your observations to share with the iNaturalist community.\nYou can make observations on your own during the challenge dates or attend a City of Salem bioblitz event.\n\n2024 Challenge Dates: April 26 – 29\nCity of Salem Bioblitz Events\nFriday\, April 26\nOwl Prowl\, Insect Spotlight\n7:45 pm – 9:45 pm\nMinto Brown Island Park\, 2200 Minto Island Rd. SW\, Salem \nSaturday\, April 27\nNative & Invasive Plants\, Bird Watching & ID\n10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nMinto Brown Island Park\, 2200 Minto Island Rd. SW\, Salem \nRiparian Plants & Birds\n10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nOrchard Heights Park\, 1165 Orchard Heights Rd. NW\, Salem \nPrairie Habitat Plants & Birds\n12:00 pm – 2:00 pm\nOrchard Heights Oak Savannah\, 1970 Orchard Heights Rd. NW\, Salem \nBees & Butterflies\, Insects\n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm\nOSU Extension Marion County Master Gardener Demonstration Garden\, 3180 Center St.\, Salem \nSunday\, April 28\nPlant ID\, Family Scavenger Hunt\n9:30 am – 11:30 am\nEnglewood Park\, 1260 19th St. NE\, Salem \nPlant ID\n12:00pm – 2:00pm\nBush Pasture Park\, 890 Mission St. SE\, Salem \nMonday\, April 29\nRiparian Plants\, Birds\n1:00pm – 3:00pm\nBush Pasture Park\, 890 Mission St. SE\, Salem
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/city-of-salem-city-nature-challenge/2024-04-26/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.marionswcd.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/City-Nature-Challenge-FB-Graphic-3.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240406T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240406T130000
DTSTAMP:20240402T193821Z
CREATED:20240401T215214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T193821Z
UID:10001526-1712394000-1712408400@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:Thriving in Times of Change: Tools for Adaptation
DESCRIPTION:Join Marion SWCD at this event hosted by Sustainable Silverton. \nThis indoor and outdoor educational event is the second in Sustainable Silverton’s Thriving in Times of Change conference series. It will feature four topic areas that move through Silverton’s climate\, water supply\, fire and smoke threats and impacts\, and plants in our urban forests and gardens. Using the traditional elements – air\, water\, fire\, and earth – as a framework\, each topic expands on and explores past and future actions to create empowerment. Overall\, the day is a progression through what is or has been\, what the future might be\, and available steps which build personal and community resiliency. \nGeneral Admission: $12\nMember Admission: Free \nClick here to purchase tickets. \nYour ticket to this event includes admission to The Oregon Garden. We encourage you to enjoy our grounds after the event! \nIndoor Sessions\nAir\nThe day starts with introductions and seminar overviews. Marion Soil and Water Conservation District will share information with guests about Silverton’s climate – our historical climate and what future climate changes mean for our part of Oregon. This topic will cover temperature throughout the year\, precipitation\, snowpack and drought patterns. \nWater\nThe second session is about Silverton’s water resource. Silverton City Manager\, Cory Misley\, will present on Silverton’s water supply which supports our lives here\, our gardens\, and safety. This topic will discuss water resources – Abiqua and Silver creek watershed area and elevations\, water sources\, service details and current drought limitation policy. Over the course of the day\, attendees will be supplied with knowledge to interpret this data and adjust their own actions towards building resiliency. \nEarth\nWith the third seminar set we get our roots into the earth. Urban Forester Eric Hammond will share about Silverton’s urban forest – all the plants and trees that keep us  green and shaded in the summer. During the second half of this session\, Alyson Budde will expand on practical implementation when she presents information on soil and the ground that our plants\, the urban forest\, grows from. Marion Soil and Water Conservation District will also discuss growing your own urban oasis. Taken together\, this topic will cover historical gardening practices and  alterations to those habits – lawns\, irrigation\, mulch\, high-impact inputs – and plant selection to keep attractive and functional gardens that are less environmentally impactful. \nFire\nThe fourth seminar is presented in cooperation with OSU’s Extension Fire Program. During this session\, Kayla Bordelon will talk about fire and smoke in the Willamette Valley. She will talk about increasing fire risk and will provide guests with facts about the impact caused by fire\, smoke\, how to fire-harden our landscapes and homes and the real and significant impact these actions can have. \nOutdoor Sessions\nFire\nKayla Bordelon will continue her presentation with outdoor assessment and practical fire-hardening steps guests can take at home. \nEarth\nAlyson Budde will follow with a practical demonstration about how to evaluate soil and the steps to take to regenerate the biome. \nEarth & Water\nWe continue talking about earth and water with the practical sessions by Marion Soil and Water Conservation District. There are two brief interrelated sessions covering adapting your garden and de-stressing water in your garden. These will cover design considerations and actions that create greater drought resilience\, such as irrigation zones\, use of mulch\, selection of Western natives and other deep drought resilient plants. Time will be spent on discussion of irrigation\, style\, timing\, duration\, how to get the most out of it\, and doing it on a budget. \nEarth\nThe final two sessions are meant to be specific and practical for Silverton’s ecosystem. Ron Garst will lead a conversation about habitat gardening techniques and practices. He will provide guests with steps they can take in our own yards to increase the usable wildlife habitat and about the specific animals we have in Silverton that will benefit from these changes. \nConcluding\, Eric Hammond and Kurt Berning\, Pudding River Watershed Council\, will lead a discussion about how to be an OAKeeper at home and in the community. We will look at Oregon white oaks and how to treat them as an affirmation of a resilient future.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/thriving-in-times-of-change-tools-for-adaptation/
LOCATION:Oregon Garden\, 879 W. Main St.\, Silverton\, OR\, 97381\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sustainable Silverton":MAILTO:sustainablesilverton@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240326T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240326T200000
DTSTAMP:20240209T223026Z
CREATED:20240207T212114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T223026Z
UID:10001480-1711476000-1711483200@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:Author Talk and Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:Tribal Environmental History of the Willamette Valley:\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 culture and the environments they lived in\, the Willamette Valley. Presenting research reconstructing their environment after 180 years of settler changes. The presentation will address the removal of water and return of cultural fire and what this means to tribal descendants today. \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\, and Marion 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.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/author-talk-and-book-signing/
LOCATION:Chemeketa Ag Complex\, 45th and Fire Protection Way\, Salem\, Oregon\, 97305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.marionswcd.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/David-Lewis-Talk-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240312T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240312T193000
DTSTAMP:20240125T165638Z
CREATED:20240125T165638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T165638Z
UID:10001477-1710266400-1710271800@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:Urban Streams Stewardship Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Symposium will include presentations and outreach booths about streamside resources and programs in Salem and accomplishments from the 2023 Stream Crew. A FREE event open to the public\, geared for streamside residents. \nPartners\n\nCity of Salem Floodplain Management\nMarion Soil & Water Conservation District\nPolk Soil & Water Conservation District\nGlenn-Gibson Watershed Council\n\nTo RSVP\n\nemail stormwateroutreach@cityofsalem.net\n\n 
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/urban-streams-stewardship-symposium/
LOCATION:Salem Public Library\, 585 Liberty St SE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.marionswcd.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024clean-streams-symposium-flyer-final.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240305
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240306
DTSTAMP:20240306T190307Z
CREATED:20240306T185757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T190307Z
UID:10001492-1709596800-1709683199@www.marionswcd.net
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\, 2024 \nThe theme for 2024 World Water Day is focused on peaceful cooperation around clean water. Access 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. \nWater is the building block of life. By drawing attention to our water resources and connecting community to information about where we get our drinking water and how pollutants enter our waterways\, we hope to spark inspiration to get involved locally to improve water quality. \n How to Participate: \n\nVisit Bush Pasture Park\, Ankeny Hill Nature Center & Keizer Rapids Park between March 1-31 during park hours\nSearch for the blue raindrop with a QR code in each park.\n\nBush Pasture Park: The smaller kiosk at trail head near Mission Street parking area. See blue circle in photo below.\nKeizer Rapids Park: Kiosk near Dog Park\nAnkeny Hill Nature Center: Nature Center window\n\n\nScan the QR code for clues to guide you along paths in the park while learning water facts and actionable ways to steward the resource\, the scavenger hunt will lead you to a treasure\, be sure to take only one prize per person in your party.\nWe invite you to share your adventure on social media and tag us @CityofKeizerOR or use the hashtag #TheGreatRaindropScavengerHunt\n\n  \n\nLearn more about the Great Raindrop Scavenger Hunt visit: City of Keizer\, Oregon – The Great Raindrop Hunt\nJoin the Fun-Winter Wildlife Field Days: https://www.fws.gov/refuge/william-l-finley/winter-wildlife-field-days\nLearn more about World Water Day visit: https://www.unwater.org/our-work/world-water-day
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/the-great-raindrop-scavenger-hunt/2024-03-05/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.marionswcd.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/2.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240304
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240305
DTSTAMP:20240306T190307Z
CREATED:20240306T185757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T190307Z
UID:10001491-1709510400-1709596799@www.marionswcd.net
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\, 2024 \nThe theme for 2024 World Water Day is focused on peaceful cooperation around clean water. Access 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. \nWater is the building block of life. By drawing attention to our water resources and connecting community to information about where we get our drinking water and how pollutants enter our waterways\, we hope to spark inspiration to get involved locally to improve water quality. \n How to Participate: \n\nVisit Bush Pasture Park\, Ankeny Hill Nature Center & Keizer Rapids Park between March 1-31 during park hours\nSearch for the blue raindrop with a QR code in each park.\n\nBush Pasture Park: The smaller kiosk at trail head near Mission Street parking area. See blue circle in photo below.\nKeizer Rapids Park: Kiosk near Dog Park\nAnkeny Hill Nature Center: Nature Center window\n\n\nScan the QR code for clues to guide you along paths in the park while learning water facts and actionable ways to steward the resource\, the scavenger hunt will lead you to a treasure\, be sure to take only one prize per person in your party.\nWe invite you to share your adventure on social media and tag us @CityofKeizerOR or use the hashtag #TheGreatRaindropScavengerHunt\n\n  \n\nLearn more about the Great Raindrop Scavenger Hunt visit: City of Keizer\, Oregon – The Great Raindrop Hunt\nJoin the Fun-Winter Wildlife Field Days: https://www.fws.gov/refuge/william-l-finley/winter-wildlife-field-days\nLearn more about World Water Day visit: https://www.unwater.org/our-work/world-water-day
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/the-great-raindrop-scavenger-hunt/2024-03-04/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.marionswcd.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240304
DTSTAMP:20240306T190307Z
CREATED:20240306T185757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T190307Z
UID:10001490-1709424000-1709510399@www.marionswcd.net
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\, 2024 \nThe theme for 2024 World Water Day is focused on peaceful cooperation around clean water. Access 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. \nWater is the building block of life. By drawing attention to our water resources and connecting community to information about where we get our drinking water and how pollutants enter our waterways\, we hope to spark inspiration to get involved locally to improve water quality. \n How to Participate: \n\nVisit Bush Pasture Park\, Ankeny Hill Nature Center & Keizer Rapids Park between March 1-31 during park hours\nSearch for the blue raindrop with a QR code in each park.\n\nBush Pasture Park: The smaller kiosk at trail head near Mission Street parking area. See blue circle in photo below.\nKeizer Rapids Park: Kiosk near Dog Park\nAnkeny Hill Nature Center: Nature Center window\n\n\nScan the QR code for clues to guide you along paths in the park while learning water facts and actionable ways to steward the resource\, the scavenger hunt will lead you to a treasure\, be sure to take only one prize per person in your party.\nWe invite you to share your adventure on social media and tag us @CityofKeizerOR or use the hashtag #TheGreatRaindropScavengerHunt\n\n  \n\nLearn more about the Great Raindrop Scavenger Hunt visit: City of Keizer\, Oregon – The Great Raindrop Hunt\nJoin the Fun-Winter Wildlife Field Days: https://www.fws.gov/refuge/william-l-finley/winter-wildlife-field-days\nLearn more about World Water Day visit: https://www.unwater.org/our-work/world-water-day
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/the-great-raindrop-scavenger-hunt/2024-03-03/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.marionswcd.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240303
DTSTAMP:20240306T190307Z
CREATED:20240306T185757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T190307Z
UID:10001489-1709337600-1709423999@www.marionswcd.net
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\, 2024 \nThe theme for 2024 World Water Day is focused on peaceful cooperation around clean water. Access 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. \nWater is the building block of life. By drawing attention to our water resources and connecting community to information about where we get our drinking water and how pollutants enter our waterways\, we hope to spark inspiration to get involved locally to improve water quality. \n How to Participate: \n\nVisit Bush Pasture Park\, Ankeny Hill Nature Center & Keizer Rapids Park between March 1-31 during park hours\nSearch for the blue raindrop with a QR code in each park.\n\nBush Pasture Park: The smaller kiosk at trail head near Mission Street parking area. See blue circle in photo below.\nKeizer Rapids Park: Kiosk near Dog Park\nAnkeny Hill Nature Center: Nature Center window\n\n\nScan the QR code for clues to guide you along paths in the park while learning water facts and actionable ways to steward the resource\, the scavenger hunt will lead you to a treasure\, be sure to take only one prize per person in your party.\nWe invite you to share your adventure on social media and tag us @CityofKeizerOR or use the hashtag #TheGreatRaindropScavengerHunt\n\n  \n\nLearn more about the Great Raindrop Scavenger Hunt visit: City of Keizer\, Oregon – The Great Raindrop Hunt\nJoin the Fun-Winter Wildlife Field Days: https://www.fws.gov/refuge/william-l-finley/winter-wildlife-field-days\nLearn more about World Water Day visit: https://www.unwater.org/our-work/world-water-day
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/the-great-raindrop-scavenger-hunt/2024-03-02/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.marionswcd.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240401
DTSTAMP:20240306T190633Z
CREATED:20240306T190523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T190633Z
UID:10001493-1709251200-1711929599@www.marionswcd.net
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\, 2024 \nThe theme for 2024 World Water Day is focused on peaceful cooperation around clean water. Access 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. \nWater is the building block of life. By drawing attention to our water resources and connecting community to information about where we get our drinking water and how pollutants enter our waterways\, we hope to spark inspiration to get involved locally to improve water quality. \n How to Participate: \n\nVisit Bush Pasture Park\, Ankeny Hill Nature Center & Keizer Rapids Park between March 1-31 during park hours\nSearch for the blue raindrop with a QR code in each park.\n\nBush Pasture Park: The smaller kiosk at trail head near Mission Street parking area. See blue circle in photo below.\nKeizer Rapids Park: Kiosk near Dog Park\nAnkeny Hill Nature Center: Nature Center window\n\n\nScan the QR code for clues to guide you along paths in the park while learning water facts and actionable ways to steward the resource\, the scavenger hunt will lead you to a treasure\, be sure to take only one prize per person in your party.\nWe invite you to share your adventure on social media and tag us @CityofKeizerOR or use the hashtag #TheGreatRaindropScavengerHunt\n\n  \n\nLearn more about the Great Raindrop Scavenger Hunt visit: City of Keizer\, Oregon – The Great Raindrop Hunt\nJoin the Fun-Winter Wildlife Field Days: https://www.fws.gov/refuge/william-l-finley/winter-wildlife-field-days\nLearn more about World Water Day visit: https://www.unwater.org/our-work/world-water-day
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/the-great-raindrop-scavenger-hunt-2/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.marionswcd.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240401
DTSTAMP:20240123T213839Z
CREATED:20240123T213710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T213839Z
UID:10001476-1709251200-1711929599@www.marionswcd.net
SUMMARY:Winter Wildlife Field Days
DESCRIPTION:Free events throughout March around the Mid-Willamette Valley! \nFamily Friendly! Check the schedule for activities near you. \nWWFD 2024 Flyer \n 
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/winter-wildlife-field-days-2024/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.marionswcd.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/WWFD-2024-social-media-11.png
ORGANIZER;CN="US Fish & Wildlife Service":MAILTO:willamettevalley@fws.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240302
DTSTAMP:20240306T190307Z
CREATED:20240306T185757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T190307Z
UID:10001488-1709251200-1709337599@www.marionswcd.net
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\, 2024 \nThe theme for 2024 World Water Day is focused on peaceful cooperation around clean water. Access 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. \nWater is the building block of life. By drawing attention to our water resources and connecting community to information about where we get our drinking water and how pollutants enter our waterways\, we hope to spark inspiration to get involved locally to improve water quality. \n How to Participate: \n\nVisit Bush Pasture Park\, Ankeny Hill Nature Center & Keizer Rapids Park between March 1-31 during park hours\nSearch for the blue raindrop with a QR code in each park.\n\nBush Pasture Park: The smaller kiosk at trail head near Mission Street parking area. See blue circle in photo below.\nKeizer Rapids Park: Kiosk near Dog Park\nAnkeny Hill Nature Center: Nature Center window\n\n\nScan the QR code for clues to guide you along paths in the park while learning water facts and actionable ways to steward the resource\, the scavenger hunt will lead you to a treasure\, be sure to take only one prize per person in your party.\nWe invite you to share your adventure on social media and tag us @CityofKeizerOR or use the hashtag #TheGreatRaindropScavengerHunt\n\n  \n\nLearn more about the Great Raindrop Scavenger Hunt visit: City of Keizer\, Oregon – The Great Raindrop Hunt\nJoin the Fun-Winter Wildlife Field Days: https://www.fws.gov/refuge/william-l-finley/winter-wildlife-field-days\nLearn more about World Water Day visit: https://www.unwater.org/our-work/world-water-day
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/the-great-raindrop-scavenger-hunt/2024-03-01/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.marionswcd.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240123T154500
DTSTAMP:20231201T181705Z
CREATED:20231201T181705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T181705Z
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SUMMARY:Erosion Control and Stormwater Management Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Mid-Willamette Stormwater Outreach Group is proud to host the annual Erosion Control and Stormwater Management Summit. This summit serves as a training resource for home builders\, developers\, engineers\, architects\, landscapers\, construction contractors\, and municipal staff and crew. This one-day event provides continuing education or erosion prevention and sediment control training. \nTo register visit https://bit.ly/stormwater-summit. \nEarly-bird registration will run from November 13\, 2023 – December 10\, 2023\, at the cost of $20.00. \nRegistration begins December 11\, 2023 – January 16\, 2024\, at the cost of $25.00. \nThe Summit is offered virtually via Zoom. \n 
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/erosion-control-and-stormwater-management-summit/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:NW Agricultural Show
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 54th Northwest Agricultural Show to see 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 and organizations.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/nw-agricultural-show/
LOCATION:Oregon State Fair and Expo Center\, 2330 17th St NE\, Salem\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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SUMMARY:Pollinator Symposium and Native Bulb Sale
DESCRIPTION:Marion County Master Gardeners Association is partnering with Marion SWCD to provide this Pollinator Symposium and Native Bulb Sale to the community! \n \n  \nAttendees will have the opportunity to: \n\nLearn which native and ornamental plants are best for pollinators.\nDiscover how to create habitat corridors and connectivity.\nPurchase native bulbs! Shop at the Symposium.\nReceive free native wildflower seeds donated by Heritage Seedlings and learn how to germinate them.\nGet to know common bees and butterflies of the Mid-Willamette Valley.\nGain a better understanding of how to care for gentle\, super-pollinating mason bees.\nFind out how to provide blooms for all seasons\nParticipate in a silent auction for gardening books\, mason bee nest boxes\, and more!\n\nAgenda\n\n12:00-12:15 Welcome and Orientation\n12:15-1:15 The Life of a Mason Bee: How We Can Help Mason Bees Thrive. (Carol Slavkovsky) Learn the life cycle of our early pollinator\, the mason bee. How we can help our pollinators now\, in the Fall\, so these bees can flourish in the Spring. Learn about the different plants\, housing structures\, and pests that effect Mason bees. Bonus: you can purchase your own Mason bee house after the presentation!\n1:30 -2:30 Providing for Pollinators Year-Round. (Aaron Anderson) Creating garden habitat for pollinators involves planting appropriate floral resources\, but also enhancing nesting habitat and protecting habitat from pesticides. In this talk we’ll cover some top home-garden pollinator plants\, and how to conserve pollinators year-round in your yard.\n2:45-3:45 Gardening for Hummingbirds (David Craig) Craig is a Professor of Biology and the Co-director of Science Collaborative Research Program at Willamette University.\n4:00-5:00 Gardening for Butterflies. (Stephanie Hazen) A photo-rich review of butterflies expected to be found in the Salem area\, including directions for raising Monarchs butterflies\, the host plant needs of caterpillars and nectar plant needs of adult butterflies.\n\nPresenters\n\nCarol Slavkovsky is a Marion County Master Gardener with a passion for mason bees.\nAaron Anderson of Xerces Society works with the public and Xerces staff to reduce pesticide use in residential landscapes\, including promoting alternative pest control measures and pollinator-friendly gardening practices. Prior to joining Xerces in 2022\, he researched pollinator conservation in urban landscapes\, restored habitat for several endangered butterfly species\, and worked in insect biocontrol. Aaron has a PhD from Oregon State University.\nDavid Craig is a  Professor of Biology at Willamette University who is a “naturalist and behavioral ecologist with field-oriented research that focuses on the response of animals to human modified ecosystems and their subsequent impact on community structure. The work combines life-history\, physiological\, and ecological information to address questions related to patterns of movement especially migration and changes in breeding range. [He has] a general interest in birds and have worked with a wide variety of species\, but the conservation of seabirds and colonial waterbirds such as the Caspian tern (Hydroprogne caspia) have been especially important in [his] career.”\nStephanie Hazen moved to Salem in 1977 right after graduating from Colorado State University’s School of Veterinary Medicine. She owned and operated her own veterinary practice in Salem\, selling it and retiring in 2010. She became interested in Monarch butterflies after seeing several in the milkweed seed production fields at Heritage Seedlings Farm in Salem in 2015. In 2017 Monarchs deposited eggs on their own plants. They raised\, tagged and released 50 Monarchs that summer. One of their Monarchs was spotted in S. California 6 times that winter. Since becoming a Master Gardener in 2018\, and a Master Mellitologist the same year\, Stephanie has been involved in educating the public about Monarch butterflies\, native bees and the benefits of native plants in their gardens ever since. To get a closer look at Ray and Stephanie’s back yard see the 9 minute video she made several years ago called “Our Back Yard.” Space is limited for this free event.\n\nRSVP to reserve your spot.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/pollinator-symposium-and-native-bulb-sale/
LOCATION:Salem Public Library\, 585 Liberty St SE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Native Plant Sale
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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 11th and 12th grade students from McKay High School. \nIf you’d like to volunteer for a Salmon Watch field trip\, sign up here.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/salmon-watch-field-trip-16/
LOCATION:Packsaddle County Park\, 34519 N Santiam Hwy\, Gates\, Oregon\, 97346\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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