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SUMMARY:Stan Vistica Memorial Scholarship: Open November 1st - March 1st
DESCRIPTION:Marion SWCD Stan Vistica Memorial Scholarship #430\n\nApplications open November 1\, 2026!\n_________________________________________ \nAre you a high school graduate from Marion County — or do you know someone who is — who plans to pursue a career in natural resources? \nThe 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. \nStudents planning to attend an Oregon college or university full-time to pursue a professional certification\, associate degree\, or bachelor’s degree in a natural resources-related field are encouraged to apply. \n~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ \nWho is eligible?\nApplicants must: \n\nBe a resident of Marion County\, Oregon.\nHave graduated from a Marion County high school\, including GED recipients and homeschooled graduates.\nPlan to attend an Oregon school full-time for a professional certification\, associate degree\, or bachelor’s degree.\nStudy a natural resources-related field\, such as agriculture\, animal science\, environmental science\, forestry\, wildlife\, or a related discipline.\nBe a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen.\nDemonstrate financial need.\n\nApplication period: November 1\, 2026–March 1\, 2027\nHow to apply: Applications open November 1 through the Oregon Student Aid website.\nVisit oregonstudentaid.gov to learn more and apply. \nKnow someone who might qualify? Please share this opportunity with them!
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/stan-vistica-memorial-scholarship-open-november-1st-march-1st/
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CATEGORIES:Grants & Funding
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SUMMARY:Winter Native Bare-root Plant Sale | 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \nGrow Your New Years Goals: Winter Native Bare-Root Plant Sale\nMarion Soil & Water Conservation District’s Winter Native Bare-Root Plant Sale opens online November 2\, 2026\, with orders accepted through December 31\, 2026. \nWhether you’re planning a habitat restoration project\, adding shade trees\, supporting pollinators\, or making your backyard a little wilder\, native trees and shrubs are a great place to start. Explore a variety of native plants to help your landscape thrive and support local wildlife. \nWhy plant bare-root natives in winter?\nWinter’s cool temperatures and moist soil create favorable conditions for roots to begin establishing before the growing season. Planting during dormancy gives trees and shrubs a head start as they prepare for spring growth and the drier months ahead. \nWant to learn more? Read Sarah Hamilton\, Marion SWCD Native and Invasive Plant Specialist’s\, blog post about bare-root plants and winter planting. \n——> Read the bare-root planting blog \nShop the sale\nBrowse the online catalog for available native trees and shrubs\, including species information\, photos\, inventory\, and pricing. \nOnline ordering: November 2–December 31\, 2026* (*or until inventory is sold-out)\nOrder pickup: February 6\, 2027 \nOnline ordering opens November 2\, 2026! Come back then to browse available native trees and shrubs and place your order. \nBrowse the Bare-Root Plant Sale starting November 2nd \nGrowing a stronger conservation community\nProceeds from Marion SWCD’s native plant sales support the Stan Vistica Scholarship\, helping Marion County students pursue natural resource studies at Oregon colleges and universities. \n__________________________________________ \nQuestions about the plant sale? \nContact Sarah Hamilton at sarah.hamilton@marionswcd.net or 503-949-6832. \nInterested in volunteering? \nCheck the Marion SWCD Events page for upcoming volunteer opportunities and sign-up information.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/winter-native-bare-root-plant-sale-2026/
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CATEGORIES:Native Plant Sale
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SUMMARY:Board of Directors Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Staff Contact: Brenda Sanchez 503-871-7311 | brenda.sanchez@marionswcd.net \n  \n\n\n\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 advance of the meeting.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/board-of-directors-monthly-meeting-19/2026-12-02/
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CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
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SUMMARY:Winter Festival at Silver Falls
DESCRIPTION:Join Marion Soil & Water Conservation District at the Silver Falls Winter Festival\, hosted by Oregon State Parks! Celebrate the winter season alongside park staff\, volunteers\, and community partners while exploring the seasonal changes that make Silver Falls State Park such a special place to visit. \nStop by the Marion SWCD booth for a hands-on native plant activity! Mix clay\, potting soil\, and native seeds to create your own seed balls to take home and plant in your yard. It’s a fun way to learn about native plants and support habitat in your own outdoor spaces. \nThe festival will feature family-friendly activities\, nature experiences\, seasonal crafts\, and educational programs. The full activity schedule will be available closer to the event. \nDay-use parking passes are required. Daily and annual passes are available through Oregon State Parks. \nWant to volunteer with us? We’re looking for volunteers to help host our booth throughout the day. Sign up to volunteer at our booth for a portion of the day!\n_______________________________ \nThis is a partner hosted event. \nFor questions regarding this event or general park information\, please contact Oregon State Parks at 800.551.6949 or the Salem main office at 503.986.0707. \n 
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