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***.
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 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,
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
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.
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.
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
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
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 space is limited). Contact at least 24 hours in advance by phone, 503-391-9927 or the RSVP above. HB2560 requires
Join Marion SWCD’s Kassi Roosth and Kristen McAlpine as they celebrate three years of the Little Habitat Project and explore how you can create your own Little Habitat. Learn how to incorporate conservation practices where you live and what makes a space valuable for pollinators and wildlife. Kassi and Kristen will share an overview of the program and certification process, along with practical ideas and photo examples from Little Habitats throughout Marion County. The Little Habitat Project is an initiative of Marion SWCD that promotes conservation practices that improve soil health, protect water quality, support pollinators, and create healthier, more connected landscapes.
Join Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington for their annual STEM Day, an expo-style event featuring more than 70 hands-on booths exploring science, technology, engineering, and math. Marion SWCD will be among the participating organizations!
Join Marion Soil and Water Conservation District for an evening celebrating the people and communities who make conservation possible throughout Marion County. guests will have an opportunity to learn more about what Marion SWCD has been up to over the past year, explore displays highlighting district activities and programs, and hear updates on the work happening across the district. We’ll also take time to celebrate and recognize the people who have helped make that work possible.
