Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteering is one of the best ways that you can help protect your lands and waters from the impacts of invasive species. SLELO PRISM and our partners offer volunteer opportunities […]
Volunteering is one of the best ways that you can help protect your lands and waters from the impacts of invasive species. SLELO PRISM and our partners offer volunteer opportunities […]
SLELO PRISM is seeking volunteers to assist with an emerald ash borer biocontrol monitoring program that will occur in 2025 once a week from June to September, at the SUNY […]
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 […]
Healthy Habitat Series August 5th, 7th, and 9th. Hosted by Tug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust and CCE Jefferson County. August 5, 2025 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Reservations Required Join us for this first of two one-hour weeknight webinars with presenter Cierra Williams, Horticulture & Natural Resources Educator with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, focusing on […]
Mark your calendars for the 2025 NYS Invasive Species Expo! Join us September 14–16 at the stunning Saratoga Spa State Park for a one-of-a-kind event focused on protecting New York’s lands and waters from invasive species. This immersive, hands-on experience is free to the public and packed with: Unique presentations, interactive demos, hands-on workshops, small-group […]
Join us for a guided nature walk at the stunning Salmon River Falls Unique Area in Richland, NY!Location:185 Falls Road, Richland, NY, Date: Friday, September 26thTime: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMWe’ll gather in the parking area before heading out on the Upper Falls Trail, a scenic one-mile path along the north side of the river to […]
Hosted by The Nature Conservancy's Don't Move Firewood campaign. Recordings will be available at the Don'tMoveFirewood.org website. Thursday, October 16th, 2025 at 2 pm EST Beyond Wooden Thinking: Getting to the Heartwood of the Matter Recreational firewood movement is a major pathway for the spread of invasive forest pests. Both human behavior and firewood characteristics […]
Box Tree Moth, Zigzag Sawfly, Beech Leaf Disease, and Spotted Lanternfly are newer invasive species that are expanding their range. Join an informative session with guest speaker Jacob Leeser, hosted by our partners at the Jefferson County Cornell Cooperative Extension, to learn about these species. During the session, participants will learn about the species' lifecycle, […]
Roll up your sleeves and help restore two beautiful natural areas in our region! This is a rewarding opportunity to connect with nature, meet fellow conservation enthusiasts, and make a lasting impact—one plant at a time.Saturday, October 25 | 10 AM – 3 PMSite: El Dorado PreserveLocation: Grand Jean Road, Henderson, NY (Google Map)Details: This […]
The Finger Lakes PRISM is hosting a spotted lanternfly egg mass scraping workshop on November 15th from 11 am-1 pm at the Finger Lakes Institute. Learn about the lifecycle of the spotted lanternfly and how to dispose of its egg masses properly! Cider and donuts will be provided. Please register for the event. Reach out […]
The growing season may be done, but you can still look for invasive species! Join iMapInvasives to review which species to look for in the winter months, and how to effectively document them.
Hear the latest research on spotted lanternfly predators from Postdoctoral Researcher Anne Johnson from Penn State. Johnson will share insights from her current research on the predators currently feeding on […]
The PRISM Network hosts a monthly Speaker Series on the last Wednesday of each month (except July, August, and December). To receive invitations, please sign up for the SLELO PRISM listserv.
iMapInvasives holds training webinars after the PRISM Speaker Series from 1 pm-2 pm. Visit the iMap website for details and to register.
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