Upcoming Programs

Join our online Lunch and Learn series as we invite experts from around the area to share their knowledge on water and ways we can play a role in protecting it!

Our Role in protecting Groundwater: Well Water Basics

December 18, 2024 at Noon via Zoom

Featuring Chrissy Lucas

December Lunch & Learn Register Here

In this program, Chrissy Lucas, Ground Water Quality Outreach Program Coordinator with Oregon State University Extension Service, will guide you through the basics of groundwater, the aquifer system, the basic functions of wells and how we can all play a role in protecting our groundwater resources. 

As a part of this lunch and learn we want to convey the importance of protecting the groundwater that supplies approximately 23% of Oregonians with potable water.

Managing a New Threat to Oregon’s Trees: Emerald Ash Borer

January 15, 2025 at Noon via Zoom

Featuring Alison Herrell

January Lunch & Learn Register Here

In this program, you will learn about the ODF Urban & Community Forestry Assistance Program, the recent confirmation of Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) in Marion County, EAB History, EAB signs and symptoms, implications of EAB, and management considerations for public and private stakeholders. 

As a part of this lunch and learn we wanted to briefly highlight the hyper-regional efforts in Keizer to inventory urban trees through the Urban Tree Inventory with TreePlotter and ODF. The City of Keizer wrapped up the first year of Urban Tree Inventory and has data to share on our collections thus far.  

Program Archive

Urban Conservation Programs & Involvement Opportunities

Watch the Zoom Recording Here.

Raingardens at Home

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Native Plantings in your Place with Marion SWCD

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Urban Beavers & Water Quality with City of Gresham

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For more information about the Lunch and Learn series, please email Jenny Ammon at ammonj@keizerOR.gov