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Enhancing the quantity and quality of soil, water and wildlife habitat since 1966

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE • LAND MANAGEMENT • EDUCATION •​ FUNDING OpPORTUNITIES • CONSERVATION & RESTORATION


Gooseneck creek large woody debris project

What we do & HOW We Help


The Polk SWCD strives to deliver natural resource conservation education and technical assistance programs that affect positive, measurable improvements to the environment, and instill stewardship ethics in individuals.
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Across the United States nearly 3,000 Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCD’s) are helping people to conserve natural resources. SWCD’s coordinate assistance from all available sources (public, private, local, state, and federal) in an effort to develop locally driven solutions to natural resource concerns. We work to protect farmlands, encourage conservation of non-farm land, educate youth and community members about natural resources, and much more. 
Emerald Ash Borer

Resources

Polk SWCD stays current on natural resource concerns in the County and complies resources for land managers.
The concern taking center stage is the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB). In Oregon, the establishment of the EAB could devastate whole habitat types and has the potential to cause the local extinction of Oregon’s native ash species. 
EAB FAQs & Resources
Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program

pROGRAMS & fUNDING

Polk SWCD facilitates grants and other funding coordinated with other agencies to accomplish habitat restoration, helping landowners protect important wetland, riparian, and oak savanna habitats. Learn about the main programs we currently have available!
Oak Woodland & Savannah Restoration
CREP - Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program
OWEB Grant Offerings

Cultivating publication - winter issue

Polk County news

Cultivating is a quarterly publication of Polk SWCD and OSU Polk County Extension. Find practical information on farm and forest management, home and lifestyle choices, and on the many programs and services available through the Service and the District.
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Winter Wildlife Field Days, Dias de Campo

uPCOMING eVENTS

Polk SWCD is committed to providing a variety of educational events, projects, and workshops. 
​See what is coming up on the calendar and get involved!
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See Upcoming Events

CONSERVATION News & ANNOUNCEMENTS ​

PARTICIPATE IN A BEAVER-FOCUSED DISCUSSION GROUP
MONARCH AND POLLINATOR HABITAT KITS FOR THE WILLAMETTE VALLEY!

WINTER WILDLIFE FIELD DAYS - MARCH 18TH

SUCCESSION PLANNING FOR PRODUCERS EVENT

NRCS OREGON ACCEPTING PROPOSALS FOR 2023 CONSERVATION INNOVATION GRANTS

​NRCS OREGON ANNOUNCES MARCH 31 CONSERVATION STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM APPLICATION DEADLINE
WEED OF THE MONTH FOR MARCH - REED CARARYGRASS
CONSERVATION SPOTLIGHT - HEATH KEIRSTEAD, MARION SWCD
JOIN POLK SWCD BUDGET COMMITTEE
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POLK SOIL & WATER
CONSERVATION  DISTRICT

YOUR LOCAL SOURCE OF CONSERVATION INFORMATION AND ​EDUCATION IN POLK COUNTY, OREGON SINCE 1966

Contact us

580 MAIN STREET,  SUITE A,
DALLAS OR, 97338
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PHONE: 503-623-9680
OFFICE HOURS: MON.-FRI., 8:00am - 4:30pm
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  • Home
  • Our District
    • Staff
    • Board of Directors >
      • Upcoming Board Meetings
      • Minutes and Agendas
      • Committees
      • Join the Board
      • Operational Documents
    • Our Properties
    • History
  • Technical Assistance
  • PROGRAMS & FUNDING
    • Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP)
    • OAK WOODLAND & SAVANNAH RESTORATION (RCPP) >
      • RCPP Grant
      • Oak Woodland Management
      • Traditional Ecological Knowledge
      • Native Seeds
      • Native Plants
    • Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) Grant Programs
    • Successful Projects
    • Disaster Assistance
  • Get Involved
    • District and Community Events
    • Volunteer - Earth Day
    • Volunteer
    • Community Science
    • Join the Board
    • Make a Donation
  • Stay Informed
    • Resources >
      • Producers >
        • SOIL CONSERVATION
        • Livestock
        • Organic Operations
        • Oregon’s Agricultural Water Quality Program
      • Forestry >
        • Emerald Ash Borer
        • Conifer Focused Forestry
        • Oak Woodland Management
      • Invasive Species >
        • Mid-Willamette CWMA
        • A-List Priority Weeds
        • The "B" Rated Weeds
        • Aquatic Animal Invaders
        • Reed Canary Grass info
        • Medusahead
      • Wildlife
      • Water Conservation
      • Native Plants
      • Traditional Ecological Knowledge
      • Rural Living Handbook
      • Resources for Youth
    • Cultivating Publication >
      • Cultivating Archive
    • Conservation Spotlight Podcast
    • Subscribe to Our Newsletter
    • News & Announcements
    • Virtual Events Library
    • Our Partners