Join the Catskills Regional Invasive Species Partnership (CRISP) as we prepare volunteers to identify Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) and place traps on their property. SLF is in an invasive insect in New York State and it's full impact is still being understood. CRISP staff will talk about the impact of SLF on our region. Then, we […]
The Livingston County Environmental Management Council, in partnership with SUNY Geneseo's Office of Sustainability and the Roemer Arboretum, is sponsoring an invasive removal pull to improve native habitat. WHEN: Wednesday June 5th, 2024, starting at 5 pm WHERE: Roemer Arboretum, Red Jacket Dr, Geneseo, NY 14454 Long sleeve shirts, pants, hats and gloves recommended. Learn […]
Description: The Livingston County Environmental Management Council, in partnership with SUNY Geneseo's Office of Sustainability and the Roemer Auditorium is sponsoring an invasive species pull to improve native habitat. Registration: None required Time: 5pm Location: Roemer Auditorium, Red Jacket Dr, Geneseo, NY 14454 Contact/Email: munderhill@co.livingston.ny.us
The future of the Catskills is in our hands! Join CRISP (Catskill Regional Invasive Species Partnership) as we work to manage invasive species on the Ashokan Rail Trail. Work days run from 9:00am to 1:00pm. Each work day will include an orientation, basic training on use of equipment, and invasive species identification. Volunteers will meet […]
Join us for an enlightening radio program on invasive species, airing this week! Discover how non-native plants and animals are impacting our local ecosystems, economy, and even human health. Our expert guests will share insights on identifying invasive species, their effects on the environment, and effective strategies for prevention and control. Whether you're a seasoned […]
Tired of having to mow a bunch of grass in your lawn all summer? Want to make your lawn a hotspot for diversity and pollinators? If yes, join Kristopher Williams of the Capital Region PRISM for a webinar about the benefits of pollinator gardens, how to know which native species to plant, and steps you […]
Learn about the latest research on water quality within the Indian River Lakes Watershed. Listen to speakers and join in the conversation about how we will protect the Indian River and Indian River Lakes watershed. Invasive species will be included in various presentations including updates regarding water chestnut removal efforts on the Oswegatchie River and […]
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Details: Table will be set up at the trailhead. Learn about invasive species and take home handouts, coloring pages, stickers, and more!
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 AM Details: Meet at the trailhead to join refuge staff on a walk and talk about invasive species. The Beach Trail is approximately 0.6 miles, and the walk will take approximately 45 minutes to complete, moving at a leisurely pace.
New York Invasive Species Awareness Week (NYISAW) is June 3rd to the 9th and Friends of the Great Swamp (FrOGS) requests volunteers to help us remove invasive plants and replace with native shrubs to improve the habitat for the threatened New England Cottontail. If interested, please contact FrOGS info@frog-ny.org or call 845-350-2686.
Join Cornell Cooperative Ext. Putnam County at the Cold Spring Farmers Market for their “Ask a Master Gardener” table. Learn how to identify and manage many invasive species found in our region, and potentially your backyard! These local experts will have samples for identification and will teach you why and how to report invasive species, […]
Protect your lands from invasive species! Join WNY PRISM and the Friends of Letchworth State Park for the 7th Annual Letchworth Stewardship Day! We’ll work together to remove slender false brome (Brachypodium sylvaticum), from the Inspiration Point area of the park. This event is part of New York’s Invasive Species Awareness Week (#NYISAW)! Registration is […]
The Oneida County Soil & Water Conservation District is promoting an art exhibit for New York Invasive Species Awareness Week. This exhibit will be displayed at the Oneida County Public Market, which is open on Saturday mornings. Artwork will be focusing on Invasive Species in New York State. Submissions are open to all ages and […]
European frogbit is an invasive floating plant from Europe that can form dense patches that limit recreation and disturb the ecology of waterbodies by displacing and outcompeting native species. Frogbit is easily spread by watercraft and has been popping up around the Upper Susquehanna Watershed in recent years. Join CRISP, the CR-PRISM, and OCCA in […]
