Did you know that you can spread invasive species by boating, taking a hike, gardening, moving firewood, and many other activities you may enjoy? Learn about invasive species introduction pathways and actions you can take to prevent their spread.
Protector’s Activity: Prevent the Spread of Invasive Species
June 5, 2023
Protector’s Activity: Visit a Watercraft Inspection Steward
May 26, 2023
Help stop the spread of aquatic invasive species by visiting a watercraft inspection steward this summer!
Protector’s Activity: Protect Vernal Pools
April 25, 2023
Vernal pools provide essential habitats for the lifecycle of amphibians and provide important food sources for wildlife. Invasive plants can lower ground table water levels making conditions too dry for vernal pools to develop altering these sensitive habitats and making them unsuitable for dependant wildlife.
Protector’s Activity: Watch For Invasive Pests That Threaten Maple Syrup Production
March 10, 2023
March is maple syrup month, and who doesn’t enjoy some delicious maple syrup on some nice fluffy pancakes. Check out this Protector’s blog to learn of invasive pests that threaten maple syrup production.
Protector’s Activity: Don’t Move Firewood
October 4, 2022
October is one of the most beautiful times of year to get outside in New York and a very popular time to go camping! Learn how you can help stop the spread of invasive insects just by sourcing local firewood for your next camping trip.
Protector’s Activity: Monitor for Spotted Lanternfly
September 8, 2022
Spotted lanternfly lay their eggs in the fall. Keep an eye out for adults until cold weather and for egg masses now through the winter. Learn what to look for and what to do if you find SLF in this Protector’s blog.
Protector’s Activity: Help Track Beech Leaf Disease
August 25, 2022
Beech leaf disease (BLD) is the newest threat to beech trees and is spreading rapidly across the Northeastern United States and Canada. You can help by learning to recognize and report BLD.
Garden Protector’s Activity: Supporting Pollinators
August 5, 2022
Specialized relationships exist between plants, animals, pollinators, and other insects. Invasive species threaten native plants and wildlife by altering the natural habitats on which native species depend.
Removing Water Chestnut by Hand
July 6, 2022
Removing water chestnut by hand is a fun and effective way to suppress their populations. Check out this blog to learn how to organize a hand-pull on your own waterfront property!
Mobile Apps That Explore Nature and Aid Invasive Species Community Science
July 1, 2022
Explore nature while you’re hitting the trails this summer with some really neat mobile apps that aid invasive species community science.