POLK SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
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Community science

Community science with Polk SWCD

Community science is for people that are inspired by the world around them. It is a form of research that provides everyone—regardless of their background—the opportunity to contribute meaningful data to further scientific understanding of key issues. Although trained scientists play a vital role in conservation, the wider community has the opportunity to be engaged and make important contributions. The study of nature is for everyone!

Please direct any questions to our Outreach Coordinator, Morgan Neil: morgan.neil@polkswcd.com.

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Bird Detective

Polk SWCD invites you to learn about the birds in your favorite outdoor space or even your own backyard. Polk County is home to 309 species of birds and 254 of them can be seen at Baskett Slough Wildlife Refuge. They help maintain a healthy ecosystem. Become a community scientist and bird detective! Learn about and report the birds in Polk County with eBird. You can use all of your senses to start identifying local birds that are active day and night!

Polk SWCD le invita a aprender sobre las aves en su espacio favorito al aire libre o incluso en su propio patio. El condado de Polk es hogar a 309 especies de aves y 254 de ellas se pueden ver en el Refugio de Vida Silvestre Baskett Slough. Ayudan a mantener un ecosistema saludable. ¡Conviértete en un científico comunitario y detective de aves! Aprenda y informenos sobre las aves en el Condado de Polk con eBird.
Puedes usar todos tus sentidos para comenzar a identificar aves locales que están activas...¡Día y Noche!
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More Opportunities coming soon!

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POLK SOIL & WATER
CONSERVATION  DISTRICT

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

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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
    • Minutes and Agendas
    • Committees
    • Operational Documents
    • Employment Opportunities
    • 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
    • Conservation Easements
    • Successful Projects
    • Disaster Assistance
  • Get Involved
    • District and Community Events
    • Local Work Group Meeting
    • Volunteer - Native Plant Sale
    • Volunteer - Friends of Trees
    • Attend Board Meetings
    • Community Science
    • Join the Board
    • Make a Donation
  • Stay Informed
    • Resources >
      • Agriculture >
        • Oregon’s Agricultural Water Quality Program
        • Small Farms >
          • SOIL CONSERVATION
          • Livestock
          • Organic Operations
      • Forestry >
        • Emerald Ash Borer
        • Conifer Focused Forestry
        • Oak Woodland Management
      • Invasive Species >
        • IMap Invasives
        • A-List Priority Weeds
        • The "B" Rated Weeds
        • Aquatic Animal Invaders
        • Reed Canary Grass info
        • Medusahead
        • Biological controls for noxious weeds in Oregon
      • Wildlife >
        • Save Salmon : No Spray Buffers
      • 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
  • Native Plant Sale