The Land Protectors Learning Experience is a unique opportunity to learn to identify, survey, report, and manage priority terrestrial invasive species through virtual and hands-on experiences.  Sessions include seasonal training […]

NYISAW returns June 8–14, 2026! NYISAW is a statewide campaign coordinated by DEC and PRISM partners to raise awareness about invasive species and their environmental, economic, and health impacts. Events are typically free and can take many forms. In observance of NYISAW, SLELO PRISM, and partners are hosting free, public events across the region. Community […]

Please fill out the form below to sign up for our Aquatic Invasive Species Learning Experience (AISLE). Facebook EventThe Aquatic Invasive Species Learning Experience (AISLE) empowers waterfront property owners and […]

Calling all partners! SLELO PRISM is interested in collaborating on a region-wide BioBlitz we’ve named NNYBioBlitz26! What is a Bioblitz ? The term is a combination of "bio" (life) and "blitz" (a quick, intense efforts). It can be described as an intensive, short-term event where scientists, naturalists, and community volunteers work together to find and identify […]

CALLING ALL NATURE EXPLORERS! Think you can help identify the most species in a single day? Prove it at the SLELO PRISM BioBlitz26 — a wild, fast‑moving biodiversity challenge where YOU become the scientist. This BioBlitz feeds into the region‑wide NNYBioblitz26 project on iNaturalist. When: June 13; 9:30 AM–1 PMWhere: Lakeview WMA, Pierrepont Pl, Henderson, NY […]

Join water chestnut removal efforts occurring in the SLELO region. Water chestnut (Trapa natans) is an invasive aquatic plant that grows thick, dense, floating mats that impede aquatic recreation, reduce waterfront property values, and alter aquatic ecosystems. Water chestnut populations can be suppressed through manual removals of their floating rosette and nutlets. What to Expect: Using a […]

Join a manual water chestnut removal effort on the Oswegatchie River on Friday, July 17th, 2026.Registration is required to attend this event and should be completed by each participant no later than July 15th to allow time to process required liability waiver forms. More details regarding launch logistics will be emailed to those who register. Event […]

Partner meetings are held three times a year. Dates and locations are polled among participating partners. Email brittney.rogers@tnc.org to receive invitations. Visit our partners webpage for more details about our […]