A 27 acre portion of a 115 acre parcel of the Willamette River Greenway, just north of Corvallis, is the site of a demonstration project for riparian forest restoration practices and future riparian forest ecology studies in a bottomland forest. Read more »
Here is a summary of the Watershed Council efforts Benton SWCD has supported when our … Read more »
Since the coronavirus pandemic curtailed our ability to offer most in-person volunteer events, tours, workshops, … Read more »
Native plants brought the Pauls to Benton SWCD after they moved to Corvallis in 2006. By 2012, Jerry had revolutionized the order fulfillment process at the Native Plant Sale. Read more »
As a Garfield Elementary School teacher, Karrie Woodruff became part of the BSWCD community through Salmon Watch in the fall of 2017. Since fewer Spanish-language resources exist, she creates engaging, hands-on lessons that build from what students know from their surroundings and integrate multicultural perspectives. Read more »
Molly Monroe, with her personal and professional dedication to conserving the natural world and its inhabitants, is a role model for all budding and even long-standing conservation practitioners. Read more about this inspiring conservation neighbor! Read more »
We at Benton SWCD believe that everyone deserves to feel safe and supported in their exploration and enjoyment of the natural world. Read more »
Gaia Girls: Enter the Earth has an optimistic message of standing up for your beliefs and it’s a great adventure story written for 9-13 year olds. Read more »
Here is a summary of the invasive species control grants we have funded. Find out … Read more »
Here is a summary of the Summer Ag Institute Scholarships we have awarded since 2011. … Read more »
Here is a summary of the conservation education grants we have funded since 2007. … Read more »
If you have livestock, you have to manage mud and manure. Click here to watch … Read more »
From 2019 to 2021, Benton SWCD is focusing out native plant outreach on birds and … Read more »
In the north Pacific, the Blob returned in 2019. Read more »
Kids in Linn and Benton Counties are fortunate to have lifelong educator Ron Leonard to guide their outdoor education. Read more »
Tara Davis puts her unique skill set to work for watershed health, here in Oregon and abroad. Read more »
This article has five authors: Donna Schmitz, Teresa Matteson, Heath Keirstead, Laura Brown, and Holly … Read more »
Whether you have sun or shade, clay or sandy soil, you want to choose the right plants for your site. Read more »
On Wednesday, January 10, 2018, Benton SWCD held our Annual Meeting for Fiscal Year 2016-2017. … Read more »
Practical tips for meadowscaping shared by professionals from the Corvallis Plant Materials Center. Read more »