Marc Bell-Senior Resource conservationist
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Marc Bell became the Senior Resource Conservationist for the Polk SWCD in 2018, working for the district since 2012. His focus is on upland oak and riparian area habitat restoration and enhancement. He is also the planner overseeing the habitat management of District’s easement properties. He provides technical assistance and program opportunities for all land uses, but especially wildlife habitat related issues facing Polk County landowners. Prior to working for the district he was awarded his Masters in Natural Resource Management from Oregon State University and undergraduate degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His educational journey took him through wetlands in Washington, Illinois, and Wisconsin while working for public and private agencies. Privately, Marc builds mountain bike trails and tries to improve his nature photography skills.
Contact: Phone: 503-623-9680 x 103 ; Email: marc.bell@polkswcd.com |
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Hayley White-small farms outreach Coordinator
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Hayley White is the Small Farms Outreach Coordinator for both Polk SWCD and OSU Extension in Polk County. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Agriculture Communications and a Master’s Degree in Animal Science from Montana State University.
Hayley provides assistance, programming, and outreach to small farmers and land managers. Her areas of interest include beginning farmers, livestock, general ag, and sustainability. She grew up on a small farm and finds joy in helping people find their fit in agriculture. She is here to answer any of your farm questions and provide hands-on learning opportunities to Polk County farmers. Contact: Phone: 503-623-8395; Email: hayley.white@oregonstate.edu |
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mORGAN nEIL-oUTREACH Coordinator
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Morgan Neil, originally from the Midwest, graduated from Southern Illinois University – Carbondale with a bachelor's degree in Zoology. She most recently received her master's degree from the University of Northern Colorado in Multilingual Education. With extensive experience in community-building, Morgan is excited to connect with those in Polk County and foster awareness in topics of natural resources conservation and provide opportunities to be involved. In her free time, Morgan loves hiking, gardening, traveling and laughing with her family.
Contact: Phone: 503-623-9680; Email: morgan.neil@polkswcd.com |
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