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Overwhelmed by yard waste? Not sure what to do with kitchen scraps? Brooke Edmunds (OSU Extension Community Horticulture) will share tips for backyard & indoor composting that can help divert compostable waste from the landfill. You’ll come away from this session with practical information and resources. Brooke Edmunds is the OSU Extension Community Horticulturist in Marion, Polk,
Beth Myers-Shenai (Oregon Dept. of Agriculture) will take us on a tour of invasive aquatic plants in the Willamette River and explain what to do if you find them.
First Fridays are held on the first Friday of every month (except July) from 12-1 pm via Zoom. Join Marion SWCD staff and subject matter experts to ask questions and learn something new about soil and water conservation and a wide array of related topics. Sarah Hamilton (Marion SWCD's Native & Invasive Plant Specialist) will
First Fridays are held on the first Friday of every month (except July) from 12-1 pm via Zoom. Join Marion SWCD staff and subject matter experts to learn something new and ask questions about soil and water conservation and a wide array of related topics. Brian Bangs, Aquatic Ecologist with US Fish & Wildlife Service,
Soil is the base of your vibrant landscapes, gardens, farms, and habitats. Get a base understanding of how you can support them so they can support you and your projects.
Learn how you can apply regenerative landscaping principles on your property and why it's worth considering.
Learn ways to minimize mud associated with livestock such as track systems, Heavy Use Areas, and pasture rotation.
Jean-Paul Zagarola of Bonneville Environmental Foundation will discuss the important role beavers play in the Willamette Valley and introduce work being done to support them.
Carol Slavkovsky, Marion County Master Gardener, will provide practical information for spring time management of native, gentle, super-pollinating mason bees!
Bridging Bytes and Blooms: Embracing Nature through Tech in the City Nature Challenge Many people view nature and technology as separate entities and often view the two as in conflict. However, technology can be used to help us better understand and connect with nature under the right circumstances. Join Max Light-Pacheco, the Volunteer and Community
On-Farm Habitat can enhance beneficial insect populations that provide help with pest control and pollination. Most farms have many opportunities to add habitat for beneficial insects. Corin Pease, PNW Pollinator Conservation Specialist, Xerces Society.
Being prepared for wildfire and supporting wildlife are two landscaping goals that may seem to be at odds. Marion SWCD's Kassi Roosth (urban conservation) and Chelsea Blank (natural areas) will walk you through the main considerations and discuss how achieving both is possible. First Fridays are held on the first Friday of every month (except
