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  • Event announcement, 15th annual erosion control and stormwater management summit, with hard hat and construction cone.

    Erosion Control and Stormwater Management Summit

    Keizer Civic Center 930 Chemawa Rd NE, Keizer, OR, United States

    This virtual one-day event provides continuing education or erosion prevention and sediment control training.

  • Conservation Club: Community Planting Day

    Conservation Club

    Please join Marion SWCD staff in planting our native greenspace at the district office and help us to become certified in our very own Little Habitat Project. Staff will be onsite to demonstrate proper planting techniques and can point out native vs invasive plants on an optional guided plant walk. Planting will take place from

    Free

  • Earth Day Clean and Green Event

    Cascades Gateway Park 2100 Turner Rd. SE, Salem, OR, United States

     Celebrate Earth Day by giving back to one of Salem’s most beloved parks! Join community partners — including the City of Salem’s Clean Streams & Parks program, Mid-Willamette Outreach Group, and CastawayWU — for a hands-on day of stewardship at Cascades Gateway Park. Volunteers will work to remove litter and clear vegetation along park trails,

  • Happy Earth Day 2026 Conservation Pledge

    Celebrate Earth Day by taking action in your community! While we don’t have an event happening on Earth Day itself, there are still plenty of ways to participate and make a difference. We encourage you to check out our Mid-Willamette Outreach Group cleanup events happening the Sunday before and the Saturday after Earth Day or

  • Right Tools, Right Place: Combating Invasives and Restoring Oak Habitat

    Oregon Garden 879 W. Main St., Silverton, OR, United States

    Oregon's oak woodlands and savannas are under pressure from invasive plants, ice damage, and changing conditions that make it harder for oaks to thrive. The Oregon Garden Foundation is hosting a one-day training focused on the ecology and restoration of Oregon Oaks. Participants will learn about oak ecology, common invasive species, and management tools used

  • Earth Day River Cleanup – Wallace House Park

    Wallace House Park 3535 Rivercrest Dr N, Keizer, OR, United States

    Join the Mid-Willamette Outreach Group for a meaningful, all-ages Earth Day cleanup along the Willamette River at Wallace House Park. This family-friendly event focuses on removing trash from riparian areas, helping protect wildlife habitat and keep our river clean for recreation and future generations. Whether you're coming with friends, family, or on your own, your

  • Riparian Restoration for Working Lands Workshop

    Silverton Grange 201 Division St NE, Silverton, United States

    Join Marion Soil and Water Conservation District for a practical, farmer-focused workshop exploring how streamside (riparian) restoration can work with your operation — not against it. This event is designed for farmers and landowners near streams who are interested in supporting the long-term productivity of their land while improving water quality and enhancing habitat.

    Free

  • Marion County Master Gardner Plant Sale

    Salem Armory Auditorium 2310 17th St. NE, Salem, OR, United States

    Our partners at OSU Extension | Marion County Master Gardeners will be hosting a Plant Sale Friday May 8th from 10am-7pm Saturday May 9th from 9am-4pm New location - same great event. Free admittance and Free Parking! More than 10,000 plants including baskets, perennials, natives, vegetables and many more. Cash | Check | Credit/Debit Accepted.

  • Wildfire Risk and Readiness Workshop

    Oregon Garden 879 W. Main St., Silverton, OR, United States

    Marion SWCD is proud to partner with Sustainable Silverton, OSU Extension, and Silverton Fire District to host a Wildfire Risk and Readiness Workshop at the Oregon Gardens aimed at presenting key wildfire preparedness practices including emergency preparedness, defensible space, and how to work with your community to reduce wildfire risk including the use of FireWise as a preparedness tool.

    Free

  • First Friday: Salem’s Drinking Water – Source to Sink

    First Fridays
    Zoom
    Virtual Event

    Join Nenette Sequira, Water Education Instructor with the City of Salem, explore the history of Salem’s drinking water, where our water originates, how water becomes polluted, and the treatment processes used to ensure clean, safe water reaches homes and businesses throughout the community.

    Free
  • Clover with bumble bee.

    Board of Directors Information Session

    Virtual Event

    Join Marion Soil and Water Conservation District for a virtual multi-district Board of Directors Information Session to learn about the role of Soil and Water Conservation District board members and the upcoming election process.

  • Homeschool Day at Ankeny Hill Nature Center

    Ankeny Hill Nature Center 130 Ankeny Hill Rd SE, Jefferson, Oregon, United States

    Marion Soil and Water Conservation District is excited to partner at Homeschool Day at Ankeny Hill Nature Center!  Wednesday, June 10, 2026 | Time: 10:00am - 12:30pm                           Join for engaging and educational nature activities the entire family can enjoy! Pollinators Bats Crafts