Illinois Valley Soil & Water Conservation District

09/05/2026

09/05/2026

08/08/2026

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Groundwater and Wells Webinar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

08/05/2026

A few more good people at the table.

We're looking for neighbors to join our volunteer Board of Directors — about 2–4 hours a month. You don't need a science background. If you care about this place and you're willing to show up, we can teach you the rest.

Kevin's got the full story in this Wednesday's Illinois Valley News. Call 541-592-3731 or email [email protected].

08/05/2026

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07/28/2026

Companion planting is the practice of placing different plant species close together for their mutual benefit. For example, the bright and cheerful nasturtium (which is incredibly easy to grow from seed) is a great friend to food plants like tomatoes, brassicas, squash and potatoes. Nasturtiums draw pests like aphids and squash bugs away from your vegetables while attracting beneficial insects and pollinators.

Next spring, plant them outside after the last frost. They like full sun (6-8 hours), they're drought tolerant, and they come in a variety of happy little colors. If you've never grown them before, take a look around your garden now and plan out where to tuck a few seeds when next year's garden starts to wake up.

07/26/2026

Our 2025 Water Quality Technical Report is now available!

This year’s report highlights local trends, challenges, and opportunities for protecting water resources across our district.

Read the full report and learn how we’re working with partners and landowners to keep our waterways healthy.