E.D.R.R… what in the world does that mean?
In the world of invasive species, it’s hard enough to keep up with the new … Read more »
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Building Resilient Cropping Systems and Conserving Water
Please join us for two special presentations! Date & Time: Friday, August 19, 2016, 3:00 … Read more »
Mill Race Urban Creek Tour
A portal to a series of blog posts about the Mill Race in South Corvallis. Read more »
The Willamette River’s Grade: B- Overall, B in Benton County
The Willamette River Report Card gives the river an overall passing grade of B- and … Read more »
We Can All Protect the River, Everyday.
Whether you live on a farm or in a city, your actions make a difference … Read more »
Urban Stream Restoration: A Work in Progress
“We abuse land because we regard it as a commodity belonging to us. When … Read more »
Upriver: A Film for the Willamette
Please join us on September 16 at the premiere of the new movie Upriver: a film for the Willamette. BSWCD volunteers receive food tickets in thanks! Read more »
Paddling with a Purpose: Pulling Ludwigia on the Willamette River
Volunteers paddled the Willamette River with one goal in mind: remove invasive water primrose! Read more »
Aquatic Weed Guide for Benton County and Beyond
Learn to identify 12 pernicious plants that threaten our waterways. Read more »
Ditch
A questioning poem about the Mill Race, its past and future. Read more »
Flour Power on the Mill Race: 2015 Urban Creek Tour
Local experts will lead you on a free guided tour of the Mill Race on May 30th. Read more »
Southtown’s Mill Race: Community Benefits
The Mill Race provides ecological and cultural benefits for the people and wildlife who live nearby. Read more »
The Mill Race: Community Interest on the Rise
Learn about the projects that are planned and underway to improve the Mill Race aesthetically, hydrologically, and ecologically. Read more »
Industry Generated by the Corvallis Mill Race
The Mill Race is a short but significant waterway that turned Corvallis into a major economic force for the Willamette Valley. Find out how it all began. Read more »
Benton County Rural Living Handbook
Benton SWCD is happy to provide you with this practical and easy to use guide … Read more »
Green Stormwater Treatment Research in Benton County
Researchers test three stormwater treatment technologies. Read more »
Density Matters
Planting density impacts the size and vigor that trees are able to attain. Read more »
Discovering Oak Creek by Bike
On Saturday, June 7th, 25 enthusiastic bicyclists pedaled their way through time and history on the annual Urban Creek Tour. Read more »
What is your water footprint?
Your indirect water footprint is much larger than your direct water footprint at home. Find out why and how you can reduce it. Read more »
Are You a Beaver Believer?
How you feel about beavers probably depends on where you live and what your experiences … Read more »