Board of Directors Monthly Meeting
HybridJoin Zoom Meeting Call-In Number:1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 824 5162 4147 Passcode: 147413 07-01-26 BM Meeting Agenda DRAFT This meeting will be held in-person at our location in Stayton, with video
Join Zoom Meeting Call-In Number:1-253-215-8782 Meeting ID: 824 5162 4147 Passcode: 147413 07-01-26 BM Meeting Agenda DRAFT This meeting will be held in-person at our location in Stayton, with video
Learn to Paddle (formerly Learn to Kayak) is a free beginner-friendly paddling workshop designed for adults who want to build confidence on the water and learn the fundamentals of kayaking
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.
Marion SWCD’s Cover Crop Assistance Grant helps landowners and operators offset the costs of installing cover crops, with the goal of reducing soil erosion and promoting soil health throughout the district. The 2026–2027 Application Period is August 1–October 31, 2026, or until all available funds have been allocated***.
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.
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).
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
Join Marion Soil and Water Conservation District for a hands-on volunteer event helping package native wildflower seeds for free community giveaways!
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.
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
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
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.
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
Small Farm School is an annual, full-day learning event designed for both beginning and experienced small-scale farmers.
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 -
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.
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
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 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
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.
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.
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
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
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.