Event Calendar
Week of Events
Cover Crop Assistance (CCA) Grant Application Cycle
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***.
C.L.E.A.R. Grant Application Cycle Deadline
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.
Little Habitat Project (LHP) Community Kit Pickup Day
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.
Stan Vistica Memorial Scholarship: Open November 1st – March 1st
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
Monday, October 26, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
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October 28, 2026 -Partner Grant Board Work Session
Partner Grant Board Work Session
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,
Thursday, October 29, 2026
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October 29, 2026 -Mill Creek BioBlitz Kick off Event
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October 29, 2026 -Soil Health Field Training for Farmers and Professionals
Mill Creek BioBlitz Kick off Event
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
Soil Health Field Training for Farmers and Professionals
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.
Friday, October 30, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, October 31, 2026
No events on this day.
Sunday, November 1, 2026
No events on this day.
