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  • 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.

  • A timber stand of dead trees with a photo collage containing a photo of the following: a hand pulling weeds, a person weed whacking, and hands planting a tree.

    First Friday: Preparing Your Property for Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)

    First Fridays
    Virtual Event

    Join Marion Soil and Water Conservation District staff members Sarah Hamilton, Native & Invasive Plant Specialist, and Chelsea Blank, Natural Areas Conservation Planner, for an informative webinar focused on weed management and site preparation strategies for areas impacted by Emerald Ash Borer (EAB).

    Free
  • 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 local art, enjoy live performances, connect with community organizations, and discover the natural beauty of the park. The festival features 50 local artists and authors,

  • 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 teaching experience is required. Can’t attend on 8/26 but still interested? Reach out to Kassi at Kassi.Roosth@marionswcd.net and she can share alternative options. Sign Up

    Free

  • a light brown graphic with sunbursts and a photo of peoples hands on a meeting table and the MSWCD logo

    Board of Directors Monthly Meeting

    Board of Directors Monthly Meeting
    Hybrid

    Join Zoom Meeting 09-02-26 BM Meeting Agenda DRAFT Call In Number: 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 885 0810 1207 Passcode: 286461 Staff Contact: Brenda Sanchez 503-871-7311 | brenda.sanchez@marionswcd.net   This meeting will be held in-person at our location in Stayton, with video conference (Zoom), and by telephone. Please RSVP if you would like to attend in-person (as

    Free
  • Trailer to haul animals with the words Oregon Livestock Council and farm animals

    First Friday – Disaster Ready: Preparing People & Livestock

    First Fridays
    Virtual Event

    Join Karla Hoggan, President and Co-Founder of the Oregon Livestock Council (OLC), for an informative presentation on livestock disaster preparedness and emergency planning. Learn about OLC's mission to provide organized evacuation and emergency sheltering assistance for equine and livestock owners, particularly those with limited resources or functional and access needs.

    Free
  • A graphic for the Education and Outreach Committee meeting with an icon of a teacher lecturing to students and a person reading a book and the Marion SWCD logo.

    Education and Outreach Committee Meeting

    Zoom

    Complete Packet - 2026-9-8- E&O Commitee Meeting This is a meeting of Marion SWCD’s Education and Outreach Committee. To Join: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82132397029?pwd=GFb6Vtd2OZrMEjuBKbyttUV7l6DHEO.1 Meeting ID: 821 3239 7029 Passcode: 465879 Call In Number: 1-253-215-8782 (Draft) E&O Committee Agenda 9_8_26 If you need special accommodations, including translation services, in order to participate, please call Amy Zimmer at 503-949-4709

  • 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.

  • Conservation Assistance Grant Review Committee

    The Marion SWCD’s CAG Review Committee will hold their meeting to review CAG Applications received from the 1st Cycle of the 2026-2027 fiscal year on Monday, September 21st from 2:00-4:30PM. Agenda - CAG Review Committee 09-21-2026 Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 811 1613 2790 Passcode: 656411 Meeting Call in Number: 1 (253) 215 - 8782

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    First Friday: Groundwater in Marion County, Oregon

    First Fridays
    Virtual Event

    Join Travis Brown, hydrogeologist with the Oregon Water Resources Department (OWRD), for an overview of groundwater resources in Marion County. This presentation will explore the different types of aquifers found across the county, how groundwater is managed at the state and county levels, general groundwater level trends, and areas of concern.

    Free
  • a light brown graphic with sunbursts and a photo of peoples hands on a meeting table and the MSWCD logo

    Board of Directors Monthly Meeting

    Board of Directors Monthly Meeting
    Hybrid

    Zoom Link Meeting ID: 870 0029 5420 Passcode: 215147 Staff Contact: Brenda Sanchez 503-871-7311 | brenda.sanchez@marionswcd.net 10-07-26 BM Meeting Agenda DRAFT   This meeting will be held in-person at our location in Stayton, with video conference (Zoom), and by telephone. Please RSVP if you would like to attend in-person (as space is limited).  Contact at

    RSVP Now Free 5 spots left
  • 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 November 3, 2026 General Election. Serving on the Marion SWCD Board is an opportunity to bring your perspective and experience to local conservation and help

  • 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.

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    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.

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    Partner Grant Board Work Session

    Board Meetings
    Zoom

    Join Zoom Meeting Call-In #: 1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 899 5414 9472 Passcode: 543172 Staff Contact: Brenda Sanchez 503-871-7311 | brenda.sanchez@marionswcd.net 10-28-26 Board PG Work Session Agenda DRAFT This meeting will be held with video conference (Zoom), and by telephone. HB2560 requires that all Oregon public meetings held by a governing body of a public body,

  • 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 Mill Creek this October and all are welcome to join! This will be an in-person kickoff event, with the virtual event page remaining open for

  • Soil Health Field Training for Farmers and Professionals

    Aumsville Community Center 555 Main St, Aumsville, OR, United States

    Free, hands-on soil health training designed specifically for farmers, agricultural producers, and technical assistance providers. This workshop will connect soil health principles with practical field assessment techniques to help participants better understand soil conditions and apply soil health knowledge in agricultural settings.

  • Orange flower with butterfly ad to pickup Little Habitat Community kits.

    Little Habitat Project (LHP) Community Kit Pickup Day

    Marion SWCD office 408 N. Third Ave., Stayton, OR, United States

    Marion SWCD is excited to provide Little Habitat Project (LHP) Community Kits to community spaces throughout Marion County. On October 30th, Community Kit recipients will receive their plants to establish their habitat project. Please plan to pick up your kit during the designated pickup window or arrange a self-service pickup from the office parking lot no later than Sunday, November 8th. 

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    Stan Vistica Memorial Scholarship: Open November 1st – March 1st

    The Marion Soil and Water Conservation District (Marion SWCD) Stan Vistica Memorial Scholarship supports eligible Marion County high school graduates as they continue their education and prepare for careers in natural resources. Application period: November 1, 2026–March 1, 2027

  • Bare-root tree and shrub graphic.

    Winter Native Bare-root Plant Sale | 2026

    Native Plant Sale

      Grow Your New Years Goals: Winter Native Bare-Root Plant Sale Marion Soil & Water Conservation District’s Winter Native Bare-Root Plant Sale opens online November 2, 2026, with orders accepted through December 31, 2026. Whether you’re planning a habitat restoration project, adding shade trees, supporting pollinators, or making your backyard a little wilder, native trees

  • A graphic for the Education and Outreach Committee meeting with an icon of a teacher lecturing to students and a person reading a book and the Marion SWCD logo.

    Education and Outreach Committee Meeting

    Committee Meeting
    Zoom
    Hybrid Event

      This is a meeting of Marion SWCD’s Education and Outreach Committee. To Join: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82132397029?pwd=GFb6Vtd2OZrMEjuBKbyttUV7l6DHEO.1 Meeting ID: 821 3239 7029 Passcode: 465879 Call In Number: 1-253-215-8782 Draft agenda posted here. Combined packet posted here. If you need special accommodations, including translation services, in order to participate, please call Amy Zimmer at 503-949-4709 or email amy.zimmer@marionswcd.net as far