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SUMMARY:Great Raindrop Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:The Great Raindrop Scavenger Hunt is a self-guided scavenger hunt that will get you exploring local parks. Search for these raindrops featuring QR codes with fun water facts! At the end of the scavenger hunt\, you will find a prize! We will be celebrating World Water Day (March 22nd)\, with this year’s  theme “Water and gender equality: Where water flows\, equality grows.” This theme highlights the ways in which a lack of access to safe\, clean drinking reduces opportunities for women and girls\, who are often responsible for the time-consuming tasks of collecting and managing water. By drawing attention to the importance of safe\, clean drinking water and sanitation for all people\, we hope to spark inspiration for you to get involved locally to protect and improve water quality. \nYou can participate in the Great Raindrop Scavenger Hunt at Keizer Rapids Park or Bush’s Pasture Park (participate at one or both locations)! \nLook for the raindrop with a QR code to start the hunt — there’s no other signage\, so finding it is part of the fun! Need a hint? Here’s where to begin your search: \nKeizer Rapids Park: Check the parking lot side of the kiosk at the dog park parking lot. \nBush’s Pasture Park: Head to the far end of the Mission St. parking lot near the creek.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/great-raindrop-scavenger-hunt/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260304T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260304T190000
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SUMMARY:Time Corrected - Budget Work Session
DESCRIPTION:Time has been corrected from 5:30 to 6:00 PM.\n3 04 26 Budget WS And BM Meeting Agenda DRAFT\n\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/86215004791?pwd=ZQ3UZODBd8CNnKHgJ4g9mkUfAmrBFJ.1\nCall In Number:1-253-215-8782\nMeeting ID: 862 1500 4791\nPasscode: 193903
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/budget-work-session/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Committees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260304T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260304T213000
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SUMMARY:Time Corrected - Board of Directors Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Time has been corrected from 6:30 to 7:00 PM\n03 04 26 Budget And BM Meeting Agenda DRAFT \nZoom\nCall In Number:1-253-215-8782\nMeeting ID: 862 1500 4791\nPasscode: 193903\nThis 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 least 24 hours in advance by phone\, 503-391-9927 or the RSVP above. \nHB2560 requires that all Oregon public meetings held by a governing body of a public body\, excluding executive sessions\, must provide to members of the public an opportunity to access and attend the meeting by telephone\, video or other electronic or virtual means. \nOregon residents can file a written grievance with the Marion SWCD regarding a violation of the Public Meetings Law within 30 days of the alleged violation. The grievance should include details about the alleged violation and be submitted to the Marion SWCD District Manager for review. \nMarion SWCD prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race\, color\, status\, religion\, sexual orientation\, genetic information\, political beliefs\, reprisal\, or because all or a part of an individual’s income is derived from any public assistance program.  Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille\, large print\, audiotape\, etc.) should contact the District Manager at 503-871-7311 as soon as possible\, and at least 48 hours in\nadvance of the meeting.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/board-of-directors-monthly-meeting-15-2-3/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260306T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260306T130000
DTSTAMP:20260316T201349Z
CREATED:20260123T184217Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Biological Control of Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)
DESCRIPTION:Join Colin Park (USDA) and Max Ragozzino\, (ODA) for a summary of on-going efforts to use tiny stingless wasps to help control Emerald Ash Borer (EAB). Meet the bio-control ‘agents’\, learn how they are produced\, how they do their work of finding and controlling EAB infestations\, how can you get involved and what will this mean for ash trees near you? \nOur co-presenters have worked on this subject for decades and bring with them a great deal of experience and expertise: \n\nColin Park is a USDA Plant Health Safeguarding Specialist in Oregon and began organizing EAB detection work in the state and overseeing pest bio-control programs in 2007.\n\n\nMax Ragozzino is the Oregon Department of Agriculture Bio-control Entomologist who manages invasive insect biological control since 2020. He has worked on emerald ash borer bio-control since 2015.\n\nWatch Now!!!\n\n\nThis presentation is part of an Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) series aimed at preparing landowners for the anticipated impacts of the invasive EAB beetle on Oregon’s native ash trees. \nPlease stay tuned to the Marion SWCD events page for upcoming emerald ash borer virtual presentations and in-person workshops designed to help landowners prepare their property. Upcoming topics include understory preparation\, invasive weed control\, native planting and propagation demonstrations\, and more. \nIf you have questions about this event or are interested in being a future First Friday presenter\, please contact Amy Zimmer\, Communications and Outreach Specialist at amy.zimmer@marionswcd.net  \n 
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/first-friday-biological-control-of-emeral-ash-borer-eab/
LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82925333051
CATEGORIES:First Fridays
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Sale: Pre-Order Pickup and Day of Sale
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Native Plant Sale pre-order pickup and day-of sale event — a celebration of plants\, pollinators\, and community! Held at Bauman’s Farm and Garden\, the venue is covered with convenient on-site parking offering an enjoyable experience rain or shine. \nShop hundreds of native plants and handcrafted bird houses designed to support local species at our day-of sale\, connect with Marion Soil and Water Conservation District staff and community partners at outreach tables\, enjoy hands-on activities\, and spend the day with fellow native plant enthusiasts. \n\n\n\n\nFor plant sale questions or concerns\, please contact Sarah Hamilton at sarah.hamilton@marionswcd.net or 503.949.6832.\n\n\nIf you need special accommodations to participate\, please contact the event coordinators\, Kassi Roosth\, (971)382-2000\, kassi.roosth@marionswcd.net or Amy Zimmer\, (503)949-4709\, amy.zimmer@marionswcd.net as early in advance as possible. 
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/native-plant-sale-pre-order-pickup-and-day-of-sale/
LOCATION:Bauman’s Farm & Garden\, 12989 Howell Prairie Rd NE\, Gervais\, Oregon\, 97026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Native Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T120000
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SUMMARY:Board Work Session - Partner Grant Pilot Program Review
DESCRIPTION:Work Session-Partner Grant Pilot Program Review\nThursday March 12\, 2026\, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM\nZoom\n\nCall In Number: 1-253-215-8782\nMeeting ID: 858 1335 1508\nPasscode: 321052\n\nStaff Contact: Brenda Sanchez \n\n503-871-7311\nbrenda.sanchez@marionswcd.net\n\n03-12-26 Work Session PG Pilot Review Agenda DRAFT\n\nThis meeting will be held in-person at our location in Stayton\, with video conference (Zoom)\, and by telephone.\n\nPlease RSVP  if you would like to attend in-person (as space is limited)\, contact at least 24 hours in advance by phone\, 503-391-9927.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/work-session-partner-grant-pilot-program-review/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings,Committees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T083000
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SUMMARY:Conservation Spotlight: City of Salem EAB Management
DESCRIPTION:On this episode of Conservation Spotlight\, we welcome Milan Davis\, Urban Forester with the City of Salem\, to discuss the city’s proactive management of urban ash trees in the face of the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB). The City of Salem has not yet had a confirmed presence of EAB but is within 25 miles of the known infestation area\, and so preparing for the arrival of this invasive and extremely destructive forest pest is crucial. Join us to hear the strategies\, partnerships\, and work already being done to protect our valuable urban trees from EAB. \nThe Conservation Spotlight is a radio segment shining light on partnerships and programs for natural resources that airs on the third Wednesday of every month at 8 AM as part of the weekly Willamette Wake Up radio program on KMUZ 100.7 and 88.5 FM. Marion SWCD shares the Spotlight with Polk SWCD . \nCan’t tune in live or want to hear more? Browse our archive of previously aired Conservation Spotlight episodes featuring local conservation topics and partners here.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/conservation-spotlight-city-of-salem-eab-management/
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CATEGORIES:Conservation Spotlight
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T120000
DTSTAMP:20260309T172155Z
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SUMMARY:Conservation Club: Community Planting Day
DESCRIPTION: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 onsite to demonstrate proper planting techniques and can point out native vs invasive plants on an optional guided plant walk. Planting will take place from 9AM – noon\, followed by lunch (provided). \nDue to the quantity of plants and space available\, attendance is limited to 25 participants. \nWe do ask that participants bring their own gardening gloves as able\, however\, we will have supplies available for those who do not have their own pair. \nIf you have any questions or need special accommodations to participate\, please contact the event coordinators\, Kassi Roosth\, (971)382-2000\, kassi.roosth@marionswcd.net or Sarah Hamilton\, (503)949-6832\, sarah.hamilton@marionswcd.net as early in advance as possible. 
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/community-planting-day/
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CATEGORIES:Conservation Club,Outreach
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