BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//SLELO PRISM - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for SLELO PRISM REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20220101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230404T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230404T150000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20230327T200531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230327T200618Z UID:10799-1680613200-1680620400@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:Water Chestnut Organizers iMapInvasives Training DESCRIPTION:Calling all water chestnut removal organizers! There is a state-wide effort to manage water chestnut and to capture efforts in iMapInvasives. This information is of interest to the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation and is being compiled by iMapInvasives into an interpretive dashboard intended to showcase efforts over time. \niMapInvaives is hosting a training on April 4th from 1 pm-3 pm intended to get all the water chestnut organizers across the state trained on how to report their removal efforts to iMap and to collaborate with their local PRISM to enhance regional water chestnut removal efforts. The entire training will be 2 hours and will include time to attend a breakout session led by PRISM AIS coordinators to discuss any needs for getting data into iMap. \nWho should attend? PRISM partners and volunteers who organize water chestnut hand-pulls in New York State. \nREGISTER \nAgenda: may be subject to slight changes.  \n\n1:00-1:10 – Overview  of water chestnut distribution and efforts across the state – Mitchell O’Neill\n1:10-1:30 – The importance of tracking water chestnut treatments over time – Steve Pearson\, NYS Department of Environmental Conservation\n1:30-2:00 – How to document Water Chestnut removals in iMapInvasives – Mitchell O’Neill\, New York Natural Heritage Program – iMapInvasives\n2:00-3:00 – PRISM Region Breakout Sessions URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/10799/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Canva_WCR-Imap-training.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230606T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230606T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20230502T200019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T165306Z UID:10937-1686056400-1686060000@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:NYISAW Native Alternatives to Common Invasive Garden Plants Webinar DESCRIPTION:Spring is here and it’s time to start thinking about gardening! Selecting what plants you will grow can be exciting but you could be playing a role in the introduction of invasive plants. Many invasive plants were once considered desirable ornamentals that were intentionally introduced to gardens and landscapes only to escape into our natural environments. You can play a vital role in the introduction and prevention of invasive plants by choosing to grow native species and taking action to control invasives you may find on your property. This webinar will discuss native alternatives to common invasive garden plants\, the benefits of native plants\, general control methods\, and a Pledge to Protect you can take to protect your garden and favorite outdoor spaces from invasive species. \nThis event is in observance of New York’s annual Invasive Species Awareness Week NYISAW a state-wide invasive species outreach campaign. \nWhen: Tuesday\, June 6th\, 1 pm- 2 pm via Zoom REGISTER \nPresented by: Megan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM Education and Outreach Coordinator\, and Melanie Cutillo- Owner and operator of Lazy Dirt Flower Farm. URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/nyisaw-native-alternatives-to-common-invasive-garden-plants-webinar/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/canva__native-alternatives-600-×-600-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230608T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230608T120000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20230502T191148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T192424Z UID:10934-1686218400-1686225600@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:NYISAW Yellow Flag Iris Removal DESCRIPTION:What: Manual removal of yellow flag iris. \nWhen: Thursday\, June 8th\, 10 AM- 12 PM \nWhere: South Colwell Pond at the Montario Point Boat Launch located on Montario Point Road\, Henderson\, NY \nDetails: No experience is needed and tools will be provided. Bring a kayak or canoe to join an optional paddle to the beach for a bring-your-own lunch gathering. Indicate below if you’d like to borrow a watercraft and/or life jacket if one is available. \nThis event is also in observance of New York Invasive Species Awareness Week NYISAW a state-wide invasive species outreach campaign. \nCommonly grown and transplanted for its showy yellow flowers\, the yellow flag iris (Iris pseudacorus) has invaded wetlands and other aquatic and semi-aquatic habitats and can be found at the edges of streams and ponds\, in open and forested flood plains\, along shorelines\, and in freshwater and brackish marshes. \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED  \n  URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/yellowirisremoval/ LOCATION:https://goo.gl/maps/5kqFcVLAN5VGWyzB7 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Canva_NYISAW-yellow-flag-iris-hand-pull.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230622 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230623 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20210504T124824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230621T022048Z UID:7618-1687392000-1687478399@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:2023 Eastern Lake Ontario Invasive Species Symposium (registration closed) DESCRIPTION:Symposium Agenda \nSymposium Resources \nSymposium Speaker & Exhibitor Showcase \nOn June 22nd will host our Eastern Lake Ontario Invasive Species Symposium. Registration is required for this FREE in-person single-day event to be held at the Tailwater Lodge in Altmar\, NY located at 52 Pulaski St\, Altmar\, NY 13302. During the Symposium you will hear from our regional and state-wide partners and learn of invasive species management projects that align with our theme of\, Enhancing Biodiversity and Resilience Through Invasive Species Management\, Restoration\, and Innovation. Reach out to Megan.Pistolese@tnc.org for questions. \nThe entrance to the symposium is located on the far right back corner of the building\, see the highlighted path in the photo below for the entrance location. \n \n  \nThe following continuing education credits have been applied for and awarded credits will be provided as they are received:  \n\nSociety of American Foresters\n\nCategory 1: 5 credits\n\n\nDEC Pesticide Applicators\n\nCategory: Core (000) awarded .5 credits\nCategory: Demonstration (10) awarded 1.50 credits\nCategory: Forest (2) awarded 1.50 credits\nCategory: Ornamental and Turf (3a) awarded 1.50 credits\nCategory: Regulatory (9) awarded 1.50 credits\n\n\nNew York State Arborists\nMaster Naturalist\n\n4.5 hours awarded\nMaster naturalists seeking to be awarded these credits are to submit their own hours online at the NY Master Naturalist Program Website.\n\n\n\nSymposium Agenda ( speaker showcase\, symposium resources\, and continuing education credit information will be available soon) \n8:20- 8:45 AM: Registration/Refreshments \n8:50-9:00 AM: Opening Remarks \nMORNING SESSION \n9:00-9:20 AM: Resilient and Connected Lands & Waters- Rob Williams\, SLELO PRISM \n9:22-9:42 AM: Resilient Urban Forests- Robert Smith\, SLELO PRISM \n9:44-10:04 AM: Climate Smart Forests- Chris Zimmerman\, TNC \n10:06-10:26 AM: Promoting Native Resilience Against Climate Change- Eva Colberg\, NYISRI/Cornell University \n10:28-10:48 AM: Riparian Corridor Restoration- Brittney Rogers\, SLELO PRISM \n10:50-11:10 AM: Role of Native Plants in Shoreline Restoration-Roy Widrig-NYSG \n11:12-11:32 AM: Adirondack Native Vegetation Re-establishment Project-Zack Simek-APIPP \nMID-DAY SESSION \n11:34-11:50 AM: Afternoon Announcements- Gabriel Yerdon/Megan Pistolese-Shaw \n11:50 AM-12:50 PM: Lunch & engagement with exhibits and demonstrations (Lunch provided by The Nature Conservancy) \n12:55-1:30 PM: 3-Minute Lightning Round Presentations \nAFTERNOON SESSION \n1:32-1:52 PM: Approaches to Protect Hemlock Forests-Caroline Marschner NYSHI \n1:54-2:14 PM: 5-Year Typha Management Assessment in Oswego Peatland-Eric Hellquist- SUNY Oswego University \n2:16-2:36 PM: Leveraging Data to Enhance Invasive Species Management-Fate Syewoangnuan-NYNHP/iMapInvasives \n2:38-2:58 PM: Preparing for and Managing Spotted Lanternfly- Brian Eshenaur- Cornell NYS IPM \n3:00-3:20 PM: Invasive Species Management at the State Level-Thom Allgaier- NYS AGM \n3:22-3:52 PM: Pesticide Use Requirements & Certification– Donald Nelson\, NYS DEC Bureau of Pesticides Management \n3:55-4:00 PM: Closing Remarks \nTo get group-rate lodging at the Tailwater Lodge\, follow the steps below: \n\nVisit www.tailwaterlodge.com\nClick Book Now (upper right corner)\nEdit Arrival/Departure dates (valid June 21-23\, 2023)\nNumber of rooms/guests\nClick the Special Rates button\nGroup Code: SLELO\nClick Update\nThe Group Rate of $101 per night will appear for reservations.  Guests must reserve the room with a credit card.  A card will be authorized upon arrival for the full amount\, plus incidentals\, and will not get charged until the day of departure.  All rooms must be booked by MAY 21\, 2023 to receive the discounted rate.\n\nGuests can also call the hotel direct at (315) 298-3434 and give the agent the Group Code (SLELO). \nGuest check-in is 3:00 pm and guest check-out is 11:00 am. \nHotel Amenities: Restaurant and lounge\, indoor pool\, large outdoor hot tub\, full-service spa\, various indoor and outdoor games\, hiking trail\, and fitness center!  Enjoy \nTo book Spa Appointments: https://go.booker.com/location/Tailwater/service-menu \nCancellation: If you need to cancel your reservation\, it must be done 48 hours prior to the day of arrival.  No-shows or cancellations will be charged a one-night room and tax. \n  \n  URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/2023-symposium/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Canva_2023-SYMPOSIUM-1200-×-1200-px-e1681769812339.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230624T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230629T150000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20230602T200627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T200843Z UID:10974-1687597200-1688050800@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:Volunteers Needed to Assist Restoration Planting DESCRIPTION:June 24th-29th \n9 AM-3 PM EST \nSouth Sandy Creek car-top boat launch\, located at 2234 Route 3 in Mannsvillle\, NY \nREGISTER \nVolunteers are needed to assist with plantings to occur from June 24th through the 29th at the Lakeview Wildlife Management Area South Sandy Creek car-top boat launch located at 2234 Route 3 in Mannsvillle\, NY. A planting tutorial will begin promptly at 9 AM each day\, and volunteers will be teamed up and assigned an area to install plants. Volunteers can assist with plantings\, photography\, registration\, and other needs.No experience is needed and tools will be provided. \nPlantings are intended to restore areas where invasive species have been removed as part of a multi-year riparian restoration initiative being led by SLELO PRISM. Volunteers have an extremely important role in this project and in protecting our lands and waters. By conducting restoration where we have suppressed riparian invasive species\, we are supporting the recovery of native plants\, which improves the quality and resilience of South Sandy Creek. \n  URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/volunteers-needed-to-assist-restoration-planting/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/canva_assist-restoration-volunteer-planting-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230715T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230715T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20230602T120042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T205801Z UID:9159-1689415200-1689436800@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:Oswegatchie River Water Chestnut Removal Effort DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 15th\, 2023 \n10 AM- 4 PM EST \nOswegatchie River \nEvent Press Release \nFacebook and Instagram graphics \nFacebook Event Link  \nREGISTER \n  \nWater chestnut is an invasive aquatic species that grows dense floating mats that impede outdoor recreation and reduce shoreline property values. There is an infestation of water chestnuts on the Oswegatchie River near the Village of Heuvelton. Water chestnut is an invasive aquatic plant that forms large mats that shade out native aquatic vegetation and has the ability to completely dominate surface waters. It reduces oxygen levels for fish and encourages sedimentation by restricting silt movement. The hard\, pointy seeds of water chestnut can puncture vehicle tires or injure feet if stepped on. If not managed\, the infestation of water chestnuts on the Oswegatchie River can grow and easily spread to connecting waterbodies\, like Black Lake. \nThere will be a hand-pull removal effort on Saturday\, July 15th\, 2023 beginning at 10 AM and projected to end by 4 PM rain or shine unless lightning is in the forecast (7/16 reserved as an alternate inclement weather date). YOU MUST HAVE YOUR OWN WATERCRAFT TO ATTEND.  \nThe Village of Heuvelton Fire Department is donating lunch to those who attend this event (burgers\, hot dogs\, fries). \nVolunteers will be divided into groups to launch at one of these sites:  \nLaunch Location 1-Launch from the Village of Heuvelton boat launch and paddle to the Horseshoe Campground (approximately 3-4 hours). \nLaunch Location 2– Launch from the Horseshoe Camp and paddle to Eel Weir State Park (approximately 3-4 hours). \nIf you plan to provide any services or equipment or will volunteer to hand-pull please CLICK HERE to REGISTER to indicate your intention (regardless of if you’ve already agreed to do so in other meetings or verbally). We are using your responses to this form to organize the event.\nMore details regarding logistics will be emailed to the address you provide as the event approaches. The above logistics are subject to change.\nPlease contact Megan.Pistolese@tnc.org with any questions you may have. \n  \nThis effort is being supported by SLELO PRISM\, The Black Lake Association\, NYS Office of Parks Recreation and Historic Preservation\, NYS DEC\, Indian River Lakes Conservancy\, Save The River\, Thousand Island Land Trust\, the Cornell Cooperative Extension of St. Lawrence County\, the Village of Heuvelton Fire Department\, the City of Ogdensburg Fire & Rescue\, the town of Morristown\, Brookfield Energy\, the Chippewa Bay Fish and Game Club\, Chippewa Yacht Club\, Black Lake Fish & Game Association\, St. Lawrence Waterfowlers\, St. Lawrence Valley Sportsman Club\, St. Lawrence Sportsmens Federation\, St. Lawrence Federal Credit Union\, Comprehensive Weed Control of Northern New York\, and many volunteers. \nThe organizations below are aiding the coordination of this event:\n  \n \n  \n  URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/oswegatchie-chestnuts/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230914T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230914T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20230802T040949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T144015Z UID:11166-1694696400-1694700000@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:Native Alternatives to Common Invasive Plants Webinar DESCRIPTION:September 14th\, 1 PM-2 PM (EST) \nWebinar via Zoom \nREGISTER \nMany invasive plants were once considered desirable ornamentals that were intentionally introduced to gardens and landscapes only to escape into our natural environments. You can play a vital role in the introduction and prevention of invasive plants by choosing to grow native species and taking action to control invasives you may find on your property. This presentation will provide an overview of native alternatives to common invasive garden plants\, the benefits of native plants\, and ways to get involved. \n  URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/11166/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/canva__native-alternatives-600-×-600-px-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230923T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230923T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20230907T145413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T145429Z UID:11235-1695463200-1695484800@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:Volunteers Needed for an Invasive Species Removal Workday DESCRIPTION:Invasive Species Removal Workday hosted by NYS Office of Parks Recreation and Historic Preservation \n\nWhen: Saturday\, September 3rd\nTime: 10 AM-4 PM EST\nWhere: Minna Anthony Nature Center located at\, 44927 Cross Island Rd\, Fineview\, NY 13640 on Wellesley Island\nContact: 315-482-2479\nDetails: Come join the Nature Center at Wellesley Island State Park for their Invasives Removal Workday! We will be focusing on Buckthorn and Honeysuckle removal\, please bring gloves and wear closed-toe shoes. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. We hope to see you there! URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/invasive-species-removal-workday/ LOCATION:Minna Anthony Common Nature Center\, 4927 Cross Island Road\, Fineview\, NY 13640 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Volunteer-opp.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230924 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230927 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20230327T200949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T170151Z UID:10801-1695513600-1695772799@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:2023 New York Invasive Species Expo DESCRIPTION:Save the date for the 2023 Invasive Species Expo at beautiful Saratoga Spa State Park in Saratoga Springs\, NY! \nThe NYS DEC Invasive Species Coordination Section and statewide partners are sponsoring an ‘Invasive Species Expo’ on September 24th – 26th and will be a hands-on experience featuring presentations\, demonstrations\, workshops\, and opportunities for small-group discussions. \n Learn more about the expo URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/2023-new-york-invasive-species-expo/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Screenshot-2023-03-27-160826.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231001 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231022 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20241010T193004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T145450Z UID:12330-1696118400-1697932799@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:#FirewoodMonth Webinar Series DESCRIPTION:October is Firewood Month. Celebrate with The Nature Conservancy’s Don’t Move Firewood Team and join a special webinar series exploring the world of firewood safety. \nThursday\, October 10th\, 2024 at noon EST\nFirewood Movement Regulation\, Outreach\, and Impact Register Here\nPresenter: Leigh Greenwood\, Forest Pest and Pathogen Program Director\, The Nature Conservancy\nFirewood movement regulations\, recommendations\, outreach\, and forest pests’ distribution change through time. The Don’t Move Firewood campaign is a leader in this space\, not only for excellence in communicating behavior change messages to the public\, but also as a professional resource to track and communicate regulatory frameworks and pest range shift information. This presentation will cover the basics of current firewood regulations in the USA\, what resources Don’t Move Firewood has for both the layperson and for forest and firewood professionals\, and- when it all comes together- how we can slow the spread of damaging forest pests and pathogens across the country. \n\nThursday\, October 10th\, 2024 at 4 pm EST\nSuccessful Campground Outreach in Montana RESCHEDULING\nDue to scheduling conflicts\, we are rescheduling this webinar! Stay tuned for a new date. \nPresenter: Fern McBride\, 2024 Montana Conservation Corps Member for Montana Department of Natural Resources; and Liz Lodman\, Council Administrator\, Montana Invasive Species Council\nFern McBride reviews his efforts in delivering outstanding firewood outreach to campgrounds across Montana in 2024 during his internship with the Montana Invasive Species Council. \n\nMonday\, October 28th\, 2024 at 1 pm EST\nMeet the Don’t Move Firewood Team! Register Here\nPresenters: Laurel Downs\, Forest Health Conservation Coordinator\, The Nature Conservancy; and Leigh Greenwood\, Forest Pest and Pathogen Program Director\, The Nature Conservancy\nMeet the team and learn about the education and outreach efforts of the Don’t Move Firewood campaign including an overview of what the campaign does\, why it’s important\, how you can access our many resources\, and what we’ve got to offer both the everyday firewood user as well as professionals in the field of forest health. \n\nWednesday\, October 30th\, 2024 at 1 pm EST\nUpdates and New Findings in the World of Firewood Outreach Register Here\nPresenter: Laurel Downs\, Forest Health Conservation Coordinator\, The Nature Conservancy\nJoin to hear from the program coordinator for the Don’t Move Firewood campaign about changes over the last year across North America in the world of forest pests and the firewood pathway. Also\, find out what we’ve been up to on social media with message frame testing! URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/firewoodmonth-webinar-series/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/FW-Month-general-graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231207T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231207T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20231107T151546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T151546Z UID:11363-1701950400-1701964800@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:2023 NAISMA Annual Biocontrol Summit USING WEED BIOCONTROL TO REDUCE WILDFIRE RISK AND MITIGATE WILDFIRE IMPACTS DESCRIPTION:December 7\, 2023\, from 12 PM- 4 PM EST DETAILS/REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nThe North American Invasive Species Management Association’s 4th Annual Weed Biocontrol Summit will be held virtually on December 7\, 2023\, from 11:00 a.m. – to 3:00 p.m. CST. The Biocontrol Summit communicates the latest in classical weed biocontrol research to North American invasive plant managers and educators and aims to connect researchers to on-the-ground practitioners. This year\, NAISMA is highlighting the role weed biological control can play in reducing wildfire risk and mitigating wildfire impacts throughout North America. The Biocontrol Summit integrates research and implementation of biocontrol from the regional land managers’ perspective. URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/2023-naisma-annual-biocontrol-summit-using-weed-biocontrol-to-reduce-wildfire-risk-and-mitigate-wildfire-impacts/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Capture.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240104T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240104T141500 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20231130T203949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T144050Z UID:11511-1704373200-1704377700@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:Invasive Species to Watch for in the New Year Webinar DESCRIPTION:Join us on January 4th\, 2024 1 PM- 2:15 PM to learn what invasive species to keep an eye out for in the new year. \nContinuing Education Credits Awarded: SAF Category 1: 1 creditMaster Naturalist: 1 hourISA: BCMA Science:0.75; Certified Arborist: 1.25; Practice:0.5 \nInvasive species like spotted lanternfly\, elm zigzag sawfly\, box tree moth\, and beech leaf disease are not yet considered to be well established in the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Region\, as well as in other parts of New York State. Detecting the presence of invasive species before their populations grow or spread helps to reduce their impacts. You can help aid early detection efforts by learning how to recognize these invasive species and joining early detection efforts occurring in the region and across the state. Hear from experts with the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets\, and the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation to learn about these species\, as well as\, from SLELO PRISM on how you can aid early detection efforts in the SLELO region and beyond. \nThis webinar is hosted by the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (SLELO PRISM) and presented by: \n\nThom Allgaier\, NYS Department of Agriculture & Markets\nMaria MoskaLee & Liam Somers\, NYS Department of Environmental Conservation\nMegan Pistolese-Shaw\, SLELO PRISM\n\n  \n \n REGISTER URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/invasive-species-to-watch-for-in-the-new-year-webinar/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Canva_new-year-invasives-600-×-600-px-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240118T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240118T113000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20231130T191851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T191915Z UID:11507-1705572000-1705577400@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:Adirondack Forest Ecology: A Case Study on Hemlock Woolly Adelgid in the Great Smoky Mountains DESCRIPTION:January 18th\, 10 AM- 11:30 AM \nREGISTER \nJoin our partners at the Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program for a fascinating discussion on Adirondack forests and how they could be changed by hemlock woolly adelgid\, an invasive forest pest. Mark Lesser\, associate professor with the Center for Earth and Environmental Science at Plattsburgh State University\, will give a detailed overview of what makes Adirondack forests look and function the way they do. The talk will include foundational tree species\, the roles hemlock and beech play\, and what could happen if we lose those species to forest pests and pathogens. Jesse Webster\, forester and resource manager at Great Smoky Mountains National Park will present a case study on the impact hemlock woolly adelgid has had on the forests in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Hemlock woolly adelgid is an invasive insect that kills eastern hemlocks if left unaddressed. It was first discovered in the Lake George region of the Adirondacks in 2020. Lastly\, APIPP Manager Tammara Van Ryn will discuss APIPP’s Forest Pest Hunters program\, which trains volunteer citizen scientists to identify\, monitor for\, and report hemlock woolly adelgid and beech leaf disease. URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/adirondack-forest-ecology/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Forest-Ecology_Jan-2024-Graphic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240202T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240202T141500 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20231128T194746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T202301Z UID:11386-1706878800-1706883300@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:Eastern Lake Ontario Swallow-wort Collaborative Webinar: Biocontrol Research and Field Applications Update DESCRIPTION:Hosted by SLELO PRISM’s Eastern Lake Ontario Swallow Wort Collaborative (ELOSC) please join us on Friday\, February 2nd\, 2024 from 1 pm-2:15 pm for an informative webinar. \nContinuing Education Credits Awarded:SAF Cat. 1: 1 CreditMaster naturalist: 1 hourISA: BCMA Science:0.5; Certified Arborist: 1.25; Practice:0.75 \nGet the latest updates on swallow-wort biocontrol research and field applications. Hear from professionals at SUNY ESF\, Michigan State University\, University of Rhode Island Biocontrol Lab\, and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada to learn about the current state of Hypena opulenta and Chrysochus asclepiadeus lab and field applications. Updates on SLELO PRISM’s swallow-wort biocontrol efforts will also be provided. \nPresenters: \nDylan Parry- SUNY ESF \nLisa Tewksbury- University of Rhode Island Biocontrol Lab \nMarianna Szucs- Michigan State University \nIan Jones- Postdoctoral research fellow working with the Smith Forest Health Lab and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) \nRobert Smith-SLELO PRISM Terrestrial Restoration and Resiliency Coordinator \nThe Eastern Lake Ontario Swallow-Wort Collaborative is hosted by SLELO PRISM to serve as a platform where different stakeholder groups can share information to enhance the management of swallow-wort. Visit the ELOSC website to sign up for the listserv. \n \n REGISTER URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/eastern-lake-ontario-swallow-wort-collaborative-webinar-biocontrol-research-and-field-applications-update/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Canva_ELOSC-600-×-600-px-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240301T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240301T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20231130T191444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T144513Z UID:11505-1709298000-1709301600@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:Jumping Worms: What you Need to Know\, and How You Can Help Prevent Their Spread DESCRIPTION:Please join us on March 1st\, 1-2 PM via Zoom for an informative webinar to learn how to recognize jumping worms\, what to do if you find them\, and how you can help prevent their spread. If you are a gardener or plant nursery owner\, we strongly encourage you to join as you can greatly assist with spread prevention initiatives. \nContinuing Education Credits Awarded:SAF Cat. 1: 1 creditMaster Naturalist: 1 hourISA: BCMA Science:0.5; Certified Arborist: 1; Practice:0.5 \nJumping worms are invasive earthworms that reduce soil health in urbanized landscapes and forested areas. This invasive worm easily goes unnoticed and can unknowingly be spread by the introduction of infested soil from potted or transplanted plants. \nJumping worms have been reported present in Oswego\, Oneida\, and St. Lawrence Counties in the Eastern Lake Ontario Region\, and are likely present but under-reported in other areas of New York State. Learn more about jumping worms on our website. \nThis webinar is hosted by SLELO PRISM and presented by\, Annise Dobson an Associate Research Scientist at Yale University. \nDr. Annise Dobson grew up on a farm in the Ottawa Valley in Ontario\, Canada. After completing her PhD at Cornell University\, she began a position as a postdoctoral researcher at the Yale School of the Environment. Her research focuses on the impacts of jumping worms\, white-tailed deer\, and other stressors on native plant communities in Northeastern Canada and the United States. Currently\, she is working to identify the movement of jumping worms and assess their impacts on soil and plant communities. \n \n REGISTER URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/jumping-worms-what-you-need-to-know-and-how-you-can-help-prevent-their-spread/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Canva_jumping-worm-600-×-600-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240307 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240310 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20231218T192104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T192104Z UID:11611-1709769600-1710028799@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:Resilient Long Island Symposium DESCRIPTION:Resilient Long Island is a symposium in which community members\, researchers\, and professionals are invited to learn how to foster resilient ecological communities. After learning about native plants\, invasive species management strategies\, restoration practices\, and more\, attendees will be inspired to take action. Whether you are interested in bolstering your community science program or implementing a restoration project\, this event has something for everyone. \nHosted by our partners at the Long Island Invasive Species Management Area and Long Island Native Plant Initiative at Hofstra University– and other workshop locations– expect three action-packed days of presentations\, interactive workshops\, a brewery poster session\, and more! \nVisit the LIISMA webpage for details and to register! URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/resilient-long-island-symposium/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/resilient-long-island-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240410T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240410T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20231212T155900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T155526Z UID:11549-1712754000-1712757600@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:Enhancing the Health of Riparian Ecosystems Through Restoration and Invasive Species Management DESCRIPTION:Riparian areas play a vital role in water quality and provide many important ecosystem services. Invasive species can have a big impact on riparian areas by reducing biodiversity and altering ecosystem function. SLELO PRISM is working on enhancing the resiliency of riparian areas within the Eastern Lake Ontario region through invasive species management and restoration. This webinar will provide an overview of our multiyear Riparian Restoration Initiative and showcase the ecological importance of the project areas\, the impacts invasive species can have on riparian areas\, invasive species control\, and restoration techniques applied during the projects\, selected plants\, community involvement\, and future plans. \nContinuing Education Credits: \n\nSAF Cat. 1: 1 Hour\nSociety of Ecological Restoration (CERP): 1 Credit Hour\nMaster Naturalist: 1 Credit Hour\nISA: Certified Arborist: 1; Management: 1 URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/enhancing-the-health-of-riparian-ecosystems-through-restoration-and-invasive-species-management/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Canva_ARI-webinar-600-×-600-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240503T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250307T123000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20221221T174424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T162759Z UID:10455-1714737600-1741350600@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:NYS IPM First Friday Webinar Series DESCRIPTION:First Friday of the Month | 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. EDT | Zoom | Free; registration required \nIn this monthly virtual series\, the NYS IPM explores timely topics to help you use integrated pest management (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment where you live\, work\, learn\, and play. What is IPM? It’s a holistic approach that uses different tools and practices to not only reduce pest problems but to also address the reasons why pests are there in the first place. Each month\,  speakers will share practical information about how you can use IPM. \n2023 What’s Bugging You First Friday Schedule \nREGISTER \n  \n  URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/10455/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/canva_event_whats-bugging-you.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240517T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240517T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20231211T202918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T150801Z UID:11544-1715950800-1715954400@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:Birds as Habitat Health Indicators DESCRIPTION:On May 17th\, 2024\, from 1 PM- 2 PM via Zoom join SLELO PRISM and the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission to learn how birds can be used as a biological indicator to determine habitat health. Birds are biological indicators\, meaning they are relatively quick to respond to changes in ecosystem composition\, structure\, and function; this includes those changes brought about by both the invasion and management of invasive species. Conservation Director of the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission\, Neil Gifford\, will discuss a bird banding and tracking program used at the Preserve to determine ecosystem health\, the impacts of invasive species\, and benefits of management\, as well as ways homeowners and land managers can support birds. \nPresented by: Neil Gifford\, Conservation Director- Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission \nContinuing Education Credits: \n\nSAF-1 Cat. 1 credit \nMaster Naturalist: 1 Hour Credit\nISA: Certified Arborist: 1; Management: 1\n\n \n REGISTER URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/birds-as-habitat-health-indicators/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Canva_birds-600-×-600-px-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240517T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240623T141500 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20231218T150430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T162841Z UID:11582-1715950800-1719152100@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:Seasonal Webinar Series DESCRIPTION:We’re hosting a series of Zoom webinars that will be held beginning in January 2024 through May. The webinars are free and continuing education credits are available (click on the links below for details). Registration is required to receive a link to the Zoom webinar and recordings will be sent to registrants. See below for a current schedule and registration links. \n\nJanuary\, 4th\, 1 PM-2:15 PM- Invasive Species to Watch For in the New Year. Learn about invasive species encroaching on our region and how you can aid early detection efforts.\nJanuary 18th\, 10 AM- 11:30 AM- Adirondack Forest Ecology and a Case Study on Hemlock Woolly Adelgid in the Great Smoky Mountains. This webinar is hosted by our partners at the Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program (APIPP PRISM).\nFebruary\, 2nd\, 1 PM- 2:15 PM- Swallow-wort Biocontrol Research. Hosted by SLELO’s Eastern Lake Ontario Swallow-wort Collaborative. Learn how researchers are using natural predators to aid the control of invasive swallow-wort plants and get updates on field applications occurring in the state and beyond.\nMarch\, 1st\, 1 PM- 2 PM- What You Should Know About Jumping Worms. Jumping worms reduce soil health and can be easily and unknowingly spread by gardeners. Learn how to recognize jumping worms and prevent their spread.\nApril\, 10th\, 1 PM-2 PM- Enhancing the Health of Riparian Ecosystems Through Restoration and Invasive Species Management. Get an overview of our multiyear Riparian Restoration Initiative. Learn about the ecological importance of the project areas\, invasive species impacts\, control & restoration methods used\, selected plants\, community involvement\, and future plans.\nMay 17th\, 1 PM-2 PM- Birds as Habitat Health Indicators. Conservation Director of the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission\, Neil Gifford\, will discuss a bird banding and tracking program used to determine ecosystem health on the preserve\, the impacts invasive species can have on bird habitat\, the benefits of invasive species management\, as well as ways homeowners and land managers can support birds. URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/seasonal-webinar-series/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/WINTER-WEBINAR-SERIES-1920-x-1080-px-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240606T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240606T193000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20240416T150104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T162526Z UID:11974-1717696800-1717702200@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:NYISAW Pulaski Tree Walk DESCRIPTION:Community members are invited to join a guided walk to learn about invasive species in the Village of Pulaski. \nTrees play an important role in our urban and natural areas. Invasive species\, such as forest pests or invasive plants that impact tree growth\, reduce the health of our trees. Community members are invited to join a special guided walk to learn about various invasive species threatening our region\, in addition to native trees\, and invasive pests that threaten the health of the trees.  Participants are encouraged to download the following free mobile apps to get a demonstration on how to use them during the walk\, iMapInvasvies\, Seek\, and iNaturalist.  An optional tree pruning demo will be provided at the end of the walk. \nThe walk will be held rain or shine on Thursday\, June 6th from 6-7:30 PM at the Haldane Falls Trail. Meet in the parking lot located behind the Salmon River Hockey Center at 16 Maple Avenue Ext. in Pulaski\, NY. The trail is crushed gravel with little to no incline\, however\, a short portion of the walk will go off the main trail onto a dirt path. \nThis event is free and hosted by the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (SLELO PRISM) and the Village of Pulaski in observance of New York Invasive Species Awareness Week (NYISAW)—a statewide invasive species outreach campaign.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      \n\nDate: Thursday\, June 6th\, 2024\nTime: 6 PM-7:30 PM\nLocation: Haldane Trail (Behind the Salmon River Hockey Building at 16 Maple Ave. EXT Pulaski\, NY.)\nREGISTER \nFacebook Event \nPress Release URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/nyisaw-pulaski-tree-walk/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/tree-walk_square-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240628T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240628T150000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20240529T031012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T133617Z UID:12044-1719579600-1719586800@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:iMapInvasives Training & Guided Walk DESCRIPTION:Invasive species reduce the health of our natural ecosystems by outcompeting native species and reducing habitat quality. You can help protect your favorite hiking trails\, paddle-ways\, backyard\, and community by learning to identify invasive species and report observations to NYiMapInvasvies. Join a training session to learn these skills on June 28th from 1- 3 PM at the Nicandri Nature Center in Massena\, NY.  Participants will attend a presentation to learn how to identify invasive species of concern. A live demonstration of the following community science apps will be provided\, NYiMapInvasives\, iNaturalist\, and Seek. Following the training\, the Nicandri Nature Center staff will lead a guided walk on the nature trails to practice using the mobile apps and contribute data to their iNaturalist special project. \nThose interested in attending should REGISTER (important details will be provided). \nTo ensure a quality experience attendees should have a smartphone and follow these steps before attending the event: \n\nCreate a free user account for the following: \n\n NYiMapInvasives \niNaturalist\nSeek doesn’t require a user account\n\n\nCheck for confirmation emails to finalize your accounts.\nDownload the Following apps onto your smartphone\n\n NYiMapInvasives\niNaturalist\nSeek \n\n\n\nNY iMapInvasives is an online\, collaborative\, GIS database and mapping tool that serves as the official invasive species database for New York State. \nClick the links below to become familiar with iMap. \n\nGetting Started Tutorial Video Playlist\niMap Training/Events\nHelp Resources\nExplore iMapInvasive’s story-map\n\nThis event is hosted by the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (SLELO PRISM)\, in collaboration with the St. Lawrence County Environmental Management Council and the Nicandri Nature Center. \nFacebook URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/imapinvasives-training-guided-walk/ LOCATION:Nicandri Nature Center\, 19 Robinson Bay Rd\, Massena\, NY 13662 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/iMap-Training_June-28-slide-600-x-600-px-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240817T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240817T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20240715T190410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T190642Z UID:12167-1723888800-1723910400@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:Fort Drum Outdoor Adventure Day DESCRIPTION:SLELO PRISM will be at the Outdoor Adventure Day at Fort Drum. This is a family-friendly\, free event with hands-on activities and demonstrations appropriate for all ages focused on outdoor recreation and the outdoors. The event is open to families on Fort Drum\, as well as\, the entire North Country community. \nThe event is coordinated by Fort Drum’s Natural Resources Branch (Directorate of Public Works) and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County. Many other agencies\, organizations\, and individuals make this event a huge success! (See the list of stations below to see other participants.) \nWHEN?\nThe event will take place rain or shine. As the name implies…it will be outdoors…so please dress appropriately and bring sunscreen\, water\, etc. \nWHERE?\nOutdoor Adventure Day will occur in and around Building S-2507 and the Fort Drum Museum on Fort Drum. This is outside the fenceline\, so there is no requirement to pass through the security gates. Parking will be behind Buildings S-2507/2509 off Munn’s Corner Road. Parking is free. There should be directional signs to follow. \nDirections from Interstate 81: Take Exit 48A to Interstate I-781. Go 4.0 miles to Exit 4 (the only exit) before the Fort Drum Main Gate. At the stoplights at the bottom of the ramp\, turn left onto US Hwy 11 North and go approximately 3.0 miles to NY Rte. 26 (at Evans Mills). Turn right on NY Rte. 26 and go approximately 5.0 miles and turn left at the stoplights on Munn’s Corner Road (towards Wheeler-Sack Army Airfield. Parking is in the grassy field behind the buildings. \nDirections from NYS Rte. 3: In Great Bend at the junction of NYS Rte. 3 and NYS Rte. 26\, go west on NYS Rte. 26 approximately 0.4 miles over the Black River\, past the area where the event is taking place\, and follow the exit lane to the right at the stoplights on Munn’s Corner Road (towards Wheeler-Sack Army Airfield). Parking is in the grassy field behind the buildings \nDirections can be obtained from Google maps by searching for “Natural Resources Outreach Facility”  or “Fort Drum Museum” but make sure the museum address is P2509 Col. Reade Rd. URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/outdoor-adventure-days/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/OAD-2024-FlyerA.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240918T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240918T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20240912T191323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T191323Z UID:12261-1726664400-1726668000@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:Identifying & Reporting Spotted Lanternfly and Tree of Heaven with iMapInvasives DESCRIPTION:Identifying & Reporting Spotted Lanternfly & Tree-of-heaven with iMapInvasives \nHear from iMapInvasives and the NY Dept. of Agriculture and Markets as they detail this years efforts to track and control the spotted lanternfly and its host\, the tree-of-heaven. Webinar will include identification information for the two species\, how to look for spotted lanternfly egg masses this fall\, and updates on the current whereabouts of SLF throughout the state. \nRegistration Link: https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/rb77e076e1f5564d3696e92af546d2e63 URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/identifying-reporting-spotted-lanternfly-and-tree-of-heaven-with-imapinvasives/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/imap-webinar9_18_24.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240925T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240925T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20240912T191446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T191446Z UID:12263-1727269200-1727272800@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:How to use the iMap Terrestrial Invasives Prioritization Tool DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, September 25 at 1:00 pm: How to use the iMap Terrestrial Invasives Prioritization Tool \nLearn how to use the iMapInvasives Terrestrial Invasive Species Prioritization Tool from members of the iMapInvasives and New York Natural Heritage Program teams. Presentation will include explanation\, live demo\, and opportunity for questions\, discussion and use case examples. \nRegistration Link: https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/rcac202c9d061f3e98ab74cc522f4b49e URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/how-to-use-the-imap-terrestrial-invasives-prioritization-tool/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/iMap-webinar-9_25_24.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241030T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250214T120000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20210302T190856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T145533Z UID:7382-1730282400-1739534400@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Survey Training Series DESCRIPTION:Join SLELO PRISM and the Tug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust on guided hikes to learn how to survey for hemlock woolly adelgid and report observations to the iMapInvaisves free mobile app. Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) kills hemlock trees. Hemlocks are a key tree species for healthy forests in the Tug Hill region and elsewhere\, and your efforts can make a difference in preventing the spread of this insect. Attendees are encouraged to make a free iMapInvasives user account and download the iMap mobile app prior to attending the hike (see details below). \nHikes are held from 10 AM-12 PM.  \nImportant information and cancellations due to bad weather will be emailed.  \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED \n \n Register to Select Hike Date\n \nBefore attending hikes\, please follow the steps below to set up a free iMapInvasives user account. This isn’t required\, but participation is highly recommended.  \n\nMake a free iMapInvasives user account. Do this even if you do not have a smartphone as you can use paper survey forms and upload observations via the desktop version.\n\nIf you have a mobile device\, follow these additional steps: \n\nDownload the iMapInvasives mobile app in Google Play or the App Store onto your mobile device\nVisit your email and find the iMapInvasive user account confirmation email and open it to confirm your account\nSign onto the iMapInvasives mobile app using the credentials you made on the iMap Website\nWe will show you how to use the mobile app at the training here is a guide for reference\nFor those using the online version here are instructions SLELO PRISM hosts trainings on how to use the iMap desktop version in the spring and there are other trainings available at  https://www.nyimapinvasives.org/upcoming-trainings\n\nReach out to megan.pistolese@tnc.org\, 315-522-1258 with any questions. URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/7382/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/HWA-hikes-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241116 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20241017T175457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T205446Z UID:12346-1731542400-1731715199@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:Great Lakes Action Agenda Sub-Basin Work Meetings DESCRIPTION:Great Lakes Action Agenda Sub-Basin Work Group Meetings: Save the Dates \nNovember 14th and 15th from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm \nDEC Great Lakes program staff are excited to announce the next round of Great Lakes Action Agenda (GLAA) Sub-Basin Work Group meetings will be held this fall to provide opportunities to learn updates from NYSDEC Great Lakes Program and partners\, including updates on the Baseline Conditions Characterization\, network with work group members\, and coordinate work planning. \nWorkgroup meetings (that are relevant to the SLELO PRISM) will be held for the Sub-Basins as follows: \n  \nSoutheast (SE) Lake Ontario: Thursday\, November 14th\, 2024; 1:00 – 4:00 pm                                                                                                                                    \nSkä•noñh Great Law of Peace Center \n6680 Onondaga Lake Parkway Liverpool\, NY \n*an optional center tour will be held from 10 am to 12 pm Click to Register (in-person and virtually) \n  \nNortheast Lake Ontario-St. Lawrence River (LOSLR): Friday\, November 15th\, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm \nDobisky Center \n100 Riverside Ave. Ogdensburg\, NY \nClick to Register (in-person and virtually) \nPlease reach out to DEC Great Lakes Program staff\, at greatlakes@dec.ny.gov\, for questions about the workgroup meetings. We look forward to this collaborative opportunity. URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/great-lakes-action-agenda-sug-basin-work-meetings/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/GLAA.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250401 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250926 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20230426T035449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T202957Z UID:10852-1743465600-1758844799@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Opportunities DESCRIPTION: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 seasonally and sometimes throughout the year depending on needs.  \nCheck often as more opportunities will be added as they are received. \nIf you are a SLELO Partner and have a volunteer opportunity to list here contact megan.pistolese@tnc.org or submit them here.  \n \nCan’t make it to an event? No worries! SLELO PRISM and our partners offer volunteer opportunities seasonally and sometimes throughout the year depending on needs. Sign up to be a volunteer to get notifications on upcoming events. \n \n Sign-up For Notifications\n \n \nAttending any of the events hosted by SLELO or our partners counts toward achieving our Volunteer Challenge!  \n \n Get Details!\n \nSLELO PRISM Volunteer Opportunties\n \n \n Get Details and Sign Up!\n \nJoin early detection efforts to help monitor for terrestrial and aquatic invasive species. Learn to identify priority species and report observations to NYiMapInvasives. Adopt waterbodies and suggested survey sites. See below for an overview of  \nWater Protectors: Focused on aquatic invasive species. \n\nSession 1: June Webinar\nSession 2: July Workshop\nSession 3: August Paddle\n\nLand Protectors: Focused on terrestrial invasive species. \nJune-July \n\n\n\nWebinar training\nGuided Survey Sessions & Removals\n\n\n\nOctober \n\n\n\nRestoration plantings\n\n\n\nDecember-March \n\n\n\nHemlock Woolly Adelgid Learning Experience\n\n\n\n  \n \n \n Get Details and Sign Up!\n \n Water chestnut is an invasive aquatic plant that forms thick floating mats on waterbodies. Water chestnut can be manually removed. Join removal efforts happening in the SLELO region.  \n Volunteer Opportunities Offered by Our Parners\n \n \nMay 19th\, 2026 10 AM- 12 PM join a yellow iris removal effort at cippewa Bay Preserve. Get details and register. \nThe Thousand Islands Land Trust (TILT) protects over 12\,000 acres of land\, both fee-owned land and conservation easements\, including important wetland\, grassland\, and woodland habitats. They host guided hikes\, stewardship opportunities\, and kids programs. \n \n Volunteer\n \n \n Events\n \n \n \nGet involved with the Tug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust(THTLT) and help conserve land\, connect kids and families with the wonders of nature and farms\, help to get the word out about upcoming treks and events\, and assist with trail maintenance.  \n \n Volunteer\n \n \n Events\n \n \nDo you love to watch birds? Sign up for the Tug Hill Bird Quest and learn more about them! This opportunity is open to school classrooms\, homeschools\, youth groups\, families\, or individuals interested in observing and learning about birds in the Tug Hill region. \n \n Sign Up!\n \n \n \n \n \nThe New York Natural Heritage Program is collaborating with organizations in Great Lakes states to enhance knowledge of vernal pools by utilizing new mapping tools and community science\, and recruiting volunteers for a new community science program called NY POOLS! \n \n Volunteer\n \n \n \n\nVolunteer Opportunities\nMaster Gardener Program\nEvents\n\n \n \nSave The River’s new Riverkeeper Volunteer Program trains volunteers to be our eyes and ears out on the River\, by teaching the basics on assessing River health and identifying potential pollution problems. \n \n RiverKeeper Program\n \n \n Volunteer\n \n \n \nThe Indian River Lakes Conservancy (IRLC) maintains 28 miles of trails open to the public across 5 different land preserves. Learn of upcoming events and volunteer opportunities hosted by IRLC that you can get involved in\, click the link above to view details on their website. \n \n Volunteer\n \n \n \n\nLove Your Parks Day\nMinna Anthony Common Nature Center Events & Volunteer Opportunities\nSelkirk Shores State Park Events\nSouthwick Beach State Park Events (Facebook)\n\n \n \nIf you have a passion for the outdoors and love to show the world what you love about it\, then becoming a Campground Ambassador could be for you! Ambassadors assist DEC campground staff in welcoming and serving the millions of visitors who camp in the Adirondack and Catskill Parks each year.  \nThis is a great opportunity to help introduce new campers to DEC facilities and other outdoor activities like hiking and fishing. \n \n Learn More!\n \n \n \nNYiMapInvasives is New York’s invasive species observation database. You can join state-wide early detection efforts for invasive species by becoming a member and reporting your observations.  \nClick the links below to become familiar with iMap \n\nHow to Set up an iMapInvasives User Account\niMap Tutorials\nQuick Start Video\nExplore iMapInvasive’s story-map\n\n \n Learn More\n \n \n Adopt a Grid Square to Monitor for Spotted Lanternfly URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/volunteer-opportunities/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/canva_handpull-volunteer-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250604 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250912 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20240403T164544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T125135Z UID:11882-1748995200-1757635199@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:Volunteer to Assist Biocontrol Monitoring Project DESCRIPTION: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 Oswego University Rice Creek Field Station. A virtual training will be provided in May and guidance will be given during each monitoring survey.  \nThe purpose of this project is to determine if three parasitoid wasps (Oobius agrili\, Spathius galinae\, and Tetrastichus planipennisi) have become established at the site. These wasps have been deployed as part of an effort to naturally suppress populations of the invasive emerald ash borer. \nSurveys in 2024 resulted in presence confirmations for all three parasitoid wasps. Positive presence of the parasitoid wasps must occur for two consecutive years for the site to be deemed a success.  \nVolunteers will assist with the deployment and weekly monitoring of yellow pan traps at the site. They will learn how to identify the target biocontrol agents and assist with collecting and examining the specimens found in the traps.  Guidance will be given during each monitoring survey by the SLELO PRISM Terrestrial Restoration and Resilience Coordinator\, Robert Smith. Specimens collected from the traps will be examined through microscopes at the Rice Creek Field Station and sent to a lab for confirmation. \nProject Overview: \n\nPurpose: To determine if three parasitoid wasps (Oobius agrili\, Spathius galinae\, and Tetrastichus planipennisi) have become established at the site; these wasps were deployed on site in past years as part of an effort to naturally suppress emerald ash borer populations. Learn more about our biocontrol program.\nLocation: SUNY Oswego Rice Creek Field Station\,  Brownell Rd.\, Oswego\, NY 13126.\nTraining: Guidance will be given at each survey; a webinar training will be provided\, and a recording will be shared (see resources below).\nSurvey Frequency: Every Wednesday beginning on June 4th and ending on September 10th\, 2025.\nSurvey/ Duration: Plan for an estimated 3-4 hours\, depending on the number of volunteers and specimens collected.\nCorrespondence: Volunteers will receive an email on Mondays to confirm their attendance for the weekly survey. \n\nVolunteer Duties: \n\nAssist pan trap surveys at 15 sites at the SUNY Oswego Rice Creek Field Station (to occur once a week).\nCollect and examine specimens retrieved from the traps (with guidance).\n\nVolunteer Skill Requirements: \n\n18 and over\nWillingness to conduct outdoor fieldwork\, even in unpleasant environmental/weather conditions. Surveys will be held rain or shine!\nAble to provide yourself with ample field gear\, including closed-toe shoes that are good in muddy conditions\, a long-sleeved shirt\, full-legged pants\, a hat\, sunglasses\, etc.\nAbility to use or learn to use a microscope\n\nResources:  \n\nEAB parasitoid wasp ID Guide\nProject Training Webinar Recording\n\nFill out the form below to volunteer to assist the project. \n Loading… URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/volunteer-to-assist-biocontrol-monitoring-project/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Volunteer_pan-traps-website-square.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250609 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250616 DTSTAMP:20260407T134158 CREATED:20230427T192724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T190542Z UID:10861-1749427200-1750031999@www.sleloinvasives.org SUMMARY:NYISAW in SLELO DESCRIPTION:New York Invasive Species Awareness Week NYISAW will be observed June 9th-15th\, 2025. This is a state-wide outreach campaign aimed at raising awareness and engaging the public to take action to protect their lands and waters from the impacts caused by invasive species. Organizations and stakeholders across the state will be hosting outreach events during this week\, and you can too! \nEvents and webinars will be held across the state. Visit the New York Invasive Species Information Website for a full schedule. \n  \nNYISAW Events in the SLELO Region\nReach out to megan.pistolese@tnc.org  if you want to host a NYISAW event.  \n  \n\n\n\nJune 3rd-7th: Tug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust Healthy Habitat Series\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 7th-15th: Oneida County Invasive Species Art Exhibit: community members are encouraged to submit artwork showing\, but not including invasive species and their impact in New York State.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 11th\, 7 AM- 3 PM: Visit Tug Hill Commission’s table at the Watertown Farmers Market\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 11th-12th: Eastern Lake Ontario Invasive Species Symposium\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 13th\, 6-7 PM: Watertown Tree Walk  Join a guided tour of Watertown’s Tree Arboretum to learn about the trees and how to recognize signs of invasive tree pests. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSLELO PRISM is inviting local schools to participate in an invasive species-themed art exhibit in observance of NYISAW. School students are invited to create drawings\, paintings\, or other art media surrounding an invasive species theme. The art can be displayed inside participating schools from June 9th to 15th. Interested Schools should fill out this Google Form to participate.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 13th\, 6-7 PM: Watertown Tree Walk. Meet out front of City Hall\, 245 Washington Street\, Watertown\, NY. Please register. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 13th\, 8-10:30 AM: Mussel Mania: Save the River in the Classroom (for details\, reach out to Daniel Bellinger\, education@savetheriver.org)\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 15th\, 10-11 AM: Alien Invaders! Invasive Species Scavenger Hunt \n\n\n\n \nIf you hosted or attended a NYISAW event\, please share your experience and help quantify efforts for this state-wide event by taking the NYISAW survey.  \n \n Take the survey\n \n Facebook URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/nyisaw-in-slelo/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Copy-of-NYISAW-Instagram-Post.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR