POLK SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
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Marc Bell-Senior Resource conservationist

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.
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Contact: Phone: 503-623-9680 x 103 ; 
​Email: marc.bell@polkswcd.com
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Hayley White-small farms outreach Coordinator

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

​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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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
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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
    • Polk Manure Exchange
    • Claudia Chinook
    • Disaster Assistance
  • Get Involved
    • District and Community Events
    • Volunteer
    • Community Science
    • Attend Board Meetings
    • Join the Board
    • Make a Donation
  • Stay Informed
    • Resources >
      • Agriculture >
        • Oregon’s Agricultural Water Quality Program
        • Small Farms >
          • SOIL CONSERVATION
          • Livestock
          • Organic Operations
      • Forestry >
        • 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 >
        • Conserving Water on the Farm and Around the Home
        • Drinking Water Source Protection and Wells
      • Native Plants
      • Traditional Ecological Knowledge
      • Rural Living Handbook
    • Cultivating Publication >
      • Cultivating Archive
    • News & Announcements
    • Subscribe to Our Newsletter
    • Conservation Spotlight Podcast
    • Virtual Events Library
    • Our Partners
  • Native Plant Sale