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SUMMARY:NYS IPM First Friday Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/10455/
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SUMMARY:Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Survey Training Series
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/7382/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241116
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
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SUMMARY:Great Lakes Action Agenda Sub-Basin Work Meetings
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/great-lakes-action-agenda-sug-basin-work-meetings/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250926
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/volunteer-opportunities/
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SUMMARY:Volunteer to Assist Biocontrol Monitoring Project
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/volunteer-to-assist-biocontrol-monitoring-project/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250613
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SUMMARY:Eastern Lake Ontario Invasive Species Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/eastern-lake-ontario-invasive-species-symposium-2/
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SUMMARY:NYISAW Watertown Tree Walk
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/nyisaw-tree-walk_watertown/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250808
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
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SUMMARY:Assist Invasive Species Removals
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/assist-terrestrial-invasive-species-removals/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250805
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250810
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
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SUMMARY:Healthy Habitat Series
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/healthy-habitat-series/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250917
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
CREATED:20250904T141450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T141450Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Invasive Species Expo
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/2025-invasive-species-expo/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
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SUMMARY:Beech Leaf Disease Guided Survey Training
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/beech-leaf-disease-guided-survey-training/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251029
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
CREATED:20251007T172616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T172616Z
UID:12987-1760572800-1761695999@www.sleloinvasives.org
SUMMARY:Don't Move Firewood Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/dont-move-firewood-webinar-series/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251023T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251023T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
CREATED:20251003T125618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T125618Z
UID:12975-1761238800-1761242400@www.sleloinvasives.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species to Watch for in Jefferson County: Tree and Landscape Pests
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/invasive-species-to-watch-for-in-jefferson-county-tree-and-landscape-pests/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251026
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
CREATED:20241015T153936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T170403Z
UID:12334-1761264000-1761436799@www.sleloinvasives.org
SUMMARY:Restoration Plantings
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/restoration-planting/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251115T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
CREATED:20251113T155745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T155745Z
UID:13136-1763204400-1763211600@www.sleloinvasives.org
SUMMARY:Spotted Lanternfly Egg Mass Removal Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/spotted-lanternfly-egg-mass-removal-workshop/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251118T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251118T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
CREATED:20251113T160217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T154455Z
UID:13139-1763470800-1763474400@www.sleloinvasives.org
SUMMARY:Winter invasive species survey tips
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/winter-invasive-species-survey-tips/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251119T111500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251119T121500
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
CREATED:20251003T135030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T135030Z
UID:12977-1763550900-1763554500@www.sleloinvasives.org
SUMMARY:Allies Against an Invasive: Interactions Between Spotted Lanternflies and Native Species
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/allies-against-an-invasive-interactions-between-spotted-lanternflies-and-native-species/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260331
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
CREATED:20231026T173857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T192926Z
UID:11294-1764547200-1774915199@www.sleloinvasives.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Hike Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/virtual-hike-challenge/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251204T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251204T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
CREATED:20251105T180954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T184817Z
UID:13013-1764860400-1764865800@www.sleloinvasives.org
SUMMARY:Eastern Lake Ontario Swallow-wort Collaborative Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/eastern-lake-ontario-swallow-wort-collaborative-webinar-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260307
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
CREATED:20221104T144603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T192845Z
UID:10375-1764892800-1772841599@www.sleloinvasives.org
SUMMARY:Hike to Protect Hemlocks: Learning Series
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/hwa-learning-series/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270101
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
CREATED:20260312T192226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T192711Z
UID:13430-1767225600-1798761599@www.sleloinvasives.org
SUMMARY:SLELO PRISM Partner Meetings
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/slelo-prism-partner-meetings/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260131T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260131T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
CREATED:20260122T193114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T193201Z
UID:13237-1769853600-1769877000@www.sleloinvasives.org
SUMMARY:STR Winter Environmental Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/str-winter-environmental-conference/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
CREATED:20260211T154724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T154724Z
UID:13309-1772064000-1777593599@www.sleloinvasives.org
SUMMARY:Winter Wildlife Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/winter-wildlife-webinar-series/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
CREATED:20260122T192536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T192804Z
UID:13235-1772496000-1772755199@www.sleloinvasives.org
SUMMARY:Spotted Lanternfly Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/spotted-lanternfly-summit/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260322
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
CREATED:20260210T192009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T192009Z
UID:13306-1773878400-1774137599@www.sleloinvasives.org
SUMMARY:Resilient Long Island Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/resilient-long-island-symposium-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260324
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260326
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
CREATED:20260107T143503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T143503Z
UID:13219-1774310400-1774483199@www.sleloinvasives.org
SUMMARY:Northeast RISCC Invasive Species & Climate Change Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/northeast-riscc-invasive-species-climate-change-symposium/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
CREATED:20240415T195656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T134802Z
UID:11930-1775001600-1777593599@www.sleloinvasives.org
SUMMARY:Earth Month Events
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/earth-month-events/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
CREATED:20230427T192724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T000522Z
UID:10861-1775520000-1781481599@www.sleloinvasives.org
SUMMARY:NYISAW in SLELO
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/nyisaw-in-slelo/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260901
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
CREATED:20260407T190703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T010000Z
UID:13509-1775520000-1788220799@www.sleloinvasives.org
SUMMARY:NNY Bioblitz 26
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/nnybioblitz26/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260412
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260419
DTSTAMP:20260416T074127
CREATED:20260408T165006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T165053Z
UID:13531-1775952000-1776556799@www.sleloinvasives.org
SUMMARY:2026 Upper St. Lawrence Community BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION:The Roots of Renewal: Biodiversity and Habitat Enhancement (BHE) Project aims to control invasive species and establish climate-resilient native plant populations in urban areas across the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario region. The project is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County with support from the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. Through this collaboration\, five sites have been selected to create demonstration gardens to enhance native biodiversity and habitat. To raise awareness of the BHE project and foster community engagement\, two webinars and five planting events are open to the public to attend. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Events Overview:  Webinars: Register to receive Zoom link. 4/30\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Cultivating Biodiversity & Habitat. Presented by\, Cierra Williams\, CCE Jefferson. Gain an overview of the BHE Project and learn about native plants you can use to support wildlife on your own property.  5/28\, 6:30 PM- 8 PM: Invasive Species 101 Empowering Gardeners: Presented by\, Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM. Learn to identify and manage common yard invasives\, discover beneficial native alternatives\, and master control techniques. This session includes practical training on using community science tools iMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek to track and report species. Public Planting Events: Beginning at 10 AM and lasting up to 3-4 hours depending on needs. No experience is needed. Equipment will be provided but if you have your own shovel and gloves bring them!  5/11: Zoo NY Watertown – 1 Thompson Park\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/12: JCC Watertown – 1220 Coffeen St\, Watertown\, NY 13601 5/13: Frederic Remington Art Museum – 303 Washington St\, Ogdensburg\, NY 13669 5/15: Ives Park – 3 Riverview Dr\, Potsdam\, NY 13676 5/19: Downtown Canton – 64 Main St\, Canton\, NY 13617 								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Register to attend one or more BHE events
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/2026-upper-st-lawrence-community-bioblitz/
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