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SUMMARY:Board of Directors Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever considered serving your community through local conservation leadership? \nJoin Marion Soil and Water Conservation District for a virtual\, Board of Directors Information Session to learn about the role of Soil and Water Conservation District board members\, the upcoming election process\, and what it means to serve as a local conservation leader. Hear first-hand from current board members\, who will provide an overview of board responsibilities\, candidate requirements\, and the time commitment involved\, with opportunities to ask questions and learn more about the district’s work. \nThe Marion SWCD Board of Directors is made up of seven elected volunteers who help guide the district’s conservation programs and priorities. Five board positions will be up for election in 2026\, making this a great opportunity to learn how you can get involved. \nServing on the Board offers the chance to support local conservation efforts\, gain leadership and governance experience\, collaborate with community members and natural resource professionals\, and help ensure District programs reflect the diverse needs and perspectives of Marion County residents. Individuals with a wide range of backgrounds\, experiences\, and skill sets are encouraged to learn more. \nWhether you’re interested in running for a position or simply want to better understand the role of the Board\, we encourage you to attend. \nRegistration is required to participate.\nRegister at: https://bit.ly/swcd-board-26\nThis joint information session is a collaboration between East Multnomah\, West Multnomah\, Clackamas\, Marion and Upper Willamette Soil and Water Conservation Districts.  \nIf you have questions about this event or if you need special accommodations to participate\, please contact the event coordinator: Amy Zimmer\, Communication Outreach Specialist at amy.zimmer@marionswcd.net or 503.949.4709
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/board-of-directors-information-session/
LOCATION:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/board-of-directors-information-session/
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Day at Ankeny Hill Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Marion Soil and Water Conservation District is excited to partner at Homeschool Day at Ankeny Hill Nature Center! \nWednesday\, June 10\, 2026 | Time: 10:00am – 12:30pm\n \n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nJoin for engaging and educational nature activities the entire family can enjoy! \n\nPollinators\nBats\nCrafts\nGames\nRain Chain\nTrail Walk\nAnimal Signs\nPond Creatures and more!\n\n\n\nPlease Join Us! Reserve your Time Slot to Participate in the Fun at: https://beav.es/NXn\n—————————————————— \n\nQuestions about this event or in need of special accommodations to participate? \nPlease reach out to Kelly Noack\, OSU Extension Service at 503-373-3751 as far in advance as possible. 
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/homeschool-day-at-ankeny-hill-nature-center-2/
LOCATION:Ankeny Hill Nature Center\, 130 Ankeny Hill Rd SE\, Jefferson\, Oregon\, 97352\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Outreach
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SUMMARY:Admin Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Agenda \nZoom Link \n\nCall-In Number: 1-253-215-8782\nMeeting ID: 861 6125 6285\nPasscode: 720019\n\nStaff Contact \n\nBrenda Sanchez\n503-871-7311\nbrenda.sanchez@marionswcd.net\n\n\nMarion Soil and Water Conservation District complies with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate based on race\, color\, national origin\, gender\, religion\, age\, disability\, political beliefs\, sexual orientation\, and marital or family status. If special physical\, language\, or other accommodations are needed for this meeting\, please advise the District Manager at 503-391-9927 as soon as possible\, and at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting. \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.
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/admin-committee-meeting-14/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Committees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260611T090000
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SUMMARY:Conservation Club: Recology Organics Compost Facility Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Marion Soil and Water Conservation District and Recology Organics for a behind-the-scenes tour of the Recology Organics Compost Facility. This small-group tour will give attendees the opportunity to learn how compost is produced using aerated static pile systems and to see the composting process in action. \nThe tour will be led by Tim Rice from Recology Organics\, who will guide participants through the facility and explain how organic materials\, including yard waste\, are processed into compost. Attendees are encouraged to ask questions throughout the tour. \nAt the end of the event\, participants will have the opportunity to take home up to a 5-gallon bucket of compost. Please bring your own bucket if you would like to participate. \nDue to limited parking at the facility\, attendees should expect to carpool from Porter Boone Park to the compost facility. Restrooms are available at both Porter Boone Park and the compost facility. \nSpace is limited to 20 participants\, please RSVP to reserve your spot! \nEvent Agenda:  \n9:00am- Meet at Porter Boone Park\n9:10-9:15 am: Carpool to Recology Organics Compost Facility\n9:15-10:15- Composting Tour | Recology Organics Compost Facility\n10:20-10:25 Carpool to Porter Boone Park\n10:30- Arrive Back at Porter Boone Park\n\n\nIf you have questions about this event or if you need special accommodations to participate\, please contact the event coordinator:  \nCesar Zamora\, Agriculture Conservation Planner – Soil & Croplands at cesar.zamora@marionswcd.net or 971.372.1341
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/conservation-club-recology-organics-compost-facility-tour/
LOCATION:Porter Boone Park\, 1105 Main Street\, Aumsville\, 97325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation Club
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SUMMARY:Our River Celebration | Minto Brown Island Park
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mid Willamette Outreach Group for the\, Our River Celebration (formerly known as Stream Celebration) at Minto-Brown Island Park. This free\, family-friendly event invites people of all ages to explore and learn about our local rivers\, streams\, and waterways through hands-on activities and interactive stations. \nVisitors can learn about water quality\, salmon and other aquatic life\, native plants\, and river habitats while discovering simple ways to help protect local waterways. The event is designed as a relaxed\, move-at-your-own-pace experience focused on connecting the community with the Willamette River\, our nearby streams\, and the environment we all share. Representatives from the City of Salem Clean Streams Crew will also be onsite to provide local watershed updates and resources. \nWe hope you’ll join us to celebrate and learn more about the rivers and streams that support our community. \nThe event will be held at the Minto Brown Island Park Pavillion. As you enter the park\, continue straight until the road ends\, where there is a designated parking area (Parking Lot #3) located nearest the Pavillion. \nIf you have questions about this event or if you need special accommodations to participate\, please contact the event coordinators: Kassi Roosth\, Marion SWCD Environmental Education Specialist at kassi.roosth@marionswcd.net\, 971.382.2000 or Stacy Teller\, City of Salem Public Works at STeller@cityofsalem.net\, 971.718.4635. 
URL:https://www.marionswcd.net/event/our-river-celebration/
LOCATION:Minto Brown Island Park\, 2200 Minto Brown Island Rd\, Salem\, OR\, 97302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Our River,Outreach
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