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SUMMARY:Webinar 2 - Introduction to eDNA and the target species
DESCRIPTION:Webinar 1 – Project introduction and overview\nWednesday\, May 5th @ 12pm-1pm EST \nWebinar 2 – Introduction to eDNA and the target species\nWednesday\, June 16th @ 12pm-1pm EST \nWebinar 3 – eDNA Volunteer Training and Q&A\nWednesday\, August 4th @ 5:30pm EST \nALL WEBINARS WILL BE RECORDED. \nA follow-up email with a recording and resources will be emailed to all who register. \nRECORDINGS  \nREGISTER \nThe Nature Conservancy (TNC)\, and the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (SLELO PRISM)\, are launching an environmental DNA (eDNA) project within tributaries of eastern Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River this summer. \nThe purpose of this project is to leverage eDNA monitoring for the early detection of aquatic invasive species and to detect the presence of lake whitefish and cisco in tributaries of eastern Lake Ontario\, and the St. Lawrence River during the spawning season. \nVolunteers are sought to help with a variety of tasks including collect water samples from the various tributary sampling locations (from the shoreline or by boat)\, transporting water samples to locations for analysis\, collecting footage through the use of underwater cameras and remote operating vehicle\, and taking photos or videos of volunteers in action to be used on our website and reports for the project. \nA series of zoom webinar workshops are planned to provide more information about this project and to recruit and train volunteers to participate. The webinars are intended to be a brown-bag event so feel free to eat your lunch/dinner while you learn about this program. \nFor questions regarding volunteering\, contact mripka@tnc.org 315-427-1182; for questions about webinars\, contact megan.pistolese@tnc.org 315 489 4113.
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/webinar-2-introduction-to-edna-and-the-target-species/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210614T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210614T120000
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SUMMARY:Great Lakes Panel on Aquatic Nuisance Species Virtual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:June 14-16\, 2021\nAgenda\nMonday\, June 14\, 2021\n9:30am-12pm EST \nAGENDA \nREGISTER BY JUNE 9th\nContact Patrick Canniff for more information: pcanniff@glc.org. \nThe Great Lakes Panel on Aquatic Nuisance Species will host its 2021 spring meeting virtually on June 14-16. The meeting will feature a public information session on didymo (Didymosphenia geminata). A meeting agenda is attached here. \nRegistration is free but required for both the meeting and the informational session. Registration will be open until June 9 at 5 p.m. CT; you may register here: https://forms.gle/X2enQuRuu2v17aGm6. Connection information for each of these sessions will be available to attendees after completing registration. \nPlease note that these information sessions will be hosted virtually using Microsoft Teams. If you are unfamiliar with Microsoft Teams as a virtual meeting platform\, we highly recommend testing your connection by clicking on the meeting link once you receive the connection information for your session(s). The links will be live and accessible immediately upon receipt\, allowing attendees to ensure that they are able to join the meeting in advance. \n 
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/great-lakes-panel-on-aquatic-nuisance-species-virtual-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210612T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210612T130000
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SUMMARY:Live Aquatic Plant ID & Floating Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 12th \n2-hour guided sessions between 9am-1pm \nButterfield Lake Boat Launch \nClick For More Details and to Register \nCOVID-19 COMPLIANT EVENT: \n To ensure everyone’s safety\, there is a max capacity of 12 people per land/water session. All tables and tools will be sanitized between uses and sanitizer will be provided for attendee use.  \nJoin us on Saturday\, June 12th at the NYSDEC Butterfield Lake Boat Launch to learn to recognize native and invasive aquatic plants. There will be multiple guided live plant-ID sessions on land starting at 9 am\, 10 am\, and 11 am directly followed by an optional guided water session. INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. \nTo ensure everyone’s safety\, there is a max capacity of 12 people per land/water session. Registration is required to attend.  \nThis event is in observation of New York’s annual Invasive Species Awareness Week (#NYISAW)- learn more at www.nyisaw.org. It is hosted by the Indian River Lakes Conservancy and the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (SLELO PRISM).\nButterfield Lake Boat Launch is located on Butterfield Road in Redwood\, NY. \nFor questions\, contact info@indianriverlakes.org or call 315-482-4757.
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/floating-classroom/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210610T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210610T203000
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SUMMARY:Gypsy Moth Status Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 10th\, 2020 \n7pm-8:30pm EST \nEVENT AGENDA \nREGISTER \nContact: info@ontariowoodlot.com  \n 
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/gypsy-moth-status-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210610T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210610T180000
DTSTAMP:20260618T025441
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SUMMARY:Science Speker Series- Dock & Shoreline Invaders: Identification & Mangement
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 10th\, 2021 \nBeginning at 6 pm \nREGISTER \nAs part of the Indian River Lakes Conservancy’s Science Speaker Series please join us on Thursday\, June 10th starting at 6 pm. This discussion will provide a bird’s-eye view of the Indian River Lakes watershed and explore funding sources and invasive species management permit needs\, along with an overview of aquatic invasive species that may be invading your dock or shoreline and what steps you need to take to help manage them. \nTo complement this learning webinar\, there will be an in-person live-plant identification & floating classroom event held Saturday\, June 12th\, 9 am-1 pm at the Butterfield Boat Launch located in Redwood\, NY. Participants will learn to recognize invasive and native aquatic plants at guided informative sessions on land and on water. For everyone’s safety registration is required to attend this in-person session. To learn more about this event and to register please visit: https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/floating-classroom/ \nThese events are in observation of New York’s annual Invasive Species Awareness Week (#NYISAW)- learn more at www.nyisaw.org. It is hosted by the Indian River Lakes Conservancy and the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (SLELO PRISM). \nFor questions\, contact info@indianriverlakes.org or call 315-482-4757.
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/dock_shoreline-invaders/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210607T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210607T200000
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SUMMARY:#NYISAW Event: Q&A Panel: Spotted Lanternfly\, Tree-of-heaven\, and iMapInvasives
DESCRIPTION:#NYISAW EVENT \nMonday\, June 7th\, 7pm -8 pm EST \nREGISTER \nAttend this virtual event to hear your questions about the Spotted Lanternfly and Tree-of-heaven mapping effort (nyimapinvasives.org/slf) answered by a panel of experts from the Department of Agriculture and Markets\, and the New York Natural Heritage Program (iMapInvasives). \nSLF is an invasive pest from Asia that feeds on a variety of plants including grapes\, hops\, and maple trees\, posing a severe threat to NY forests and agriculture. SLF has been found in several locations in NY but has not yet spread to much of the state. One potential pathway for the spread of SLF is its preferred host plant\, tree-of-heaven (TOH)\, which is already found in many locations across NY. Agencies and conservation partners across the state are working to protect our state resources from these invasive species\, and are requesting help from volunteers to complement these efforts. \nNYS is seeking volunteers like you to look for two invasive species in your area: Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) and Tree-of-heaven (TOH). You can help protect New York’s agriculture and forests by knowing what to look for and how to report it to New York’s official invasive species database\, iMapInvasives. \nThis event will focus on audience questions\, rather than provide a full training on SLF\, TOH\, or iMap. This event is intended for people who are already participating in the iMap-SLF-TOH webinar series\, or the volunteer grid square effort (nyimapinvasives.org/slf).
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/slf-panel-discussion/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210607T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210607T143000
DTSTAMP:20260618T025441
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SUMMARY:#NYISAW Event: Identifying & Reporting Spotted Lanternfly & Tree of Heaven
DESCRIPTION:#NYISAW EVENT \nMonday\, June 7th 1pm-2:30pm EST \nREGISTER \n  \nNYS is seeking volunteers like you to look for two invasive species in your area: Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) and Tree-of-heaven (TOH). You can help protect New York’s agriculture and forests by knowing what to look for and how to report it to New York’s official invasive species database\, iMapInvasives. \nSLF is an invasive pest from Asia that feeds on a variety of plants including grapes\, hops\, and maple trees\, posing a severe threat to NY forests and agriculture. SLF has been found in several locations in NY but has not yet spread to much of the state. One potential pathway for the spread of SLF is its preferred host plant\, tree-of-heaven (TOH)\, which is already found in many locations across NY. Agencies and conservation partners across the state are working to protect our state resources from these invasive species\, and are requesting help from volunteers to complement these efforts. \nAttend this virtual event hosted by NY iMapInvasives and the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets to learn more about SLF\, TOH\, and how you can participate in this effort. Visit www.nyimapinvasives.org/slf for more information and to claim a grid square on the map to look for these species out in the field and report your findings to iMapInvasives.
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/identifying-reporting-spotted-lanternfly-tree-of-heaven/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210612T000000
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SUMMARY:NY Invasvie Speces Awareness Week
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars: New York Invasive Species Awareness Week (NYISAW) will be held Sunday\, June 6 – Saturday\, June 12\, 2021.\nDaily themed webinars will be hosted by the NY PRISM network at 1 pm with a broadcast recording at 7 pm.  \nNYISAW Events Hosted in the SLELO Region\nJune 10th\, 6pm-8 pm EST Science Speaker Series– Dock & Shoreline Invaders: Identification and Management \nJune 12th Live Aquatic Plant ID & Floating Classroom   (REGISTRATION REQUIRED) \nView State-wide NYISAW Events \nNYISAW is an annual educational campaign coordinated by the Invasive Species Council\, the Invasive Species Advisory Committee\, the eight PRISMs\, and their partners. Initiated in 2014\, the week-long campaign features numerous events across the state focused on invasive species. In 2020\, more than 10\,000 people participated in NYISAW through social media and events held across the state! \nBe sure to follow SLELO PRISM on Facebook to learn of upcoming events and fun challenges.  \nPlay a family-friendly invasive species scavenger hunt to learn about invasive species and take action to prevent their spread on land and in the water! Post photos of your actions on Instagram and Facebook using the hashtag #NYISAW during New York State Invasive Species Awareness Week 2021 (June 6th – 12th 2021) to teach your friends\, family\, and community about all the different ways you can help steward your local environment in ways big and small. View instructions and download your gameboard HERE.  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/ny-invasvie-speces-awareness-week/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210526T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210526T120000
DTSTAMP:20260618T025441
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SUMMARY:PAMF Virtual Training Session
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, May 25  \n10 am– 12 pm Eastern \nREGISTER \nThis training session will give a comprehensive background on the program and provide you with the tools you need to enroll and monitor your management units as part of The Phragmites Adaptive Management Framework (PAMF). \nThis training will not show you how to manage Phragmites or go over specific management implementation techniques. Rather\, we will spend our time walking through the PAMF program so that you are able to collect data appropriately\, receive effective and efficient management guidance\, and contribute to the collective learning of Phragmites managers across the basin. This 2-hour training will provide lots of opportunities for questions and engagement with PAMF staff.
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/pamf-virtual-training-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210515T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210522T000000
DTSTAMP:20260618T025441
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SUMMARY:National Invasive Species Awareness Week: Part II - Outreach and Education
DESCRIPTION:NISAWPart II – Outreach and Education \nMay 15th -22nd \nNISAW Webpage  \nLocal Events\n\nFind local invasive species prevention\, removal\, and educational events HERE\nDo you have a local invasive species prevention\, removal\, and educational events? Add it HERE!\n\nThe North American Invasive Species Forum\nThe North American Invasive Species Forum is being held virtually May 18-20\, 2021 in conjunction with NISAW. The Forum is an international event encompassing the interests of professionals and organizations involved in invasive species management\, research\, and regulation across North America. Click here to learn more and register. \nResources\n\nClick here to download FREE resources for your NISAW outreach efforts.
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/national-invasive-species-awareness-week-part-ii-outreach-and-education/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210512T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210630T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T025441
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SUMMARY:Black River Watershed Wednesday Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION: 2021 Black River Watershed (virtual) Conference\nWatershed Webinar Wednesdays\nStarting May 12th through June 30th \nView Details and Register \n Flyer  \nAll webinars will be broadcasted free over zoom and will be recorded on the Tug Hill Commission’s YouTube page.  Preregistration is required.  \nOrganized by the NYS Tug Hill Commission\, the Lewis\,\nJefferson\, Hamilton\, Oneida\, and Herkimer County Soil\nand Water Conservation Districts and NYS Department of\nEnvironmental Conservation Region 6.  \n 
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/black-river-watershed-wednesday-webinar-series/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210506T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210506T190000
DTSTAMP:20260618T025441
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SUMMARY:Saving Our Trees: Preventing Imported Forest Pests
DESCRIPTION:May 6th\, 7 pm EST \nRegister via Eventbrite \nJoin Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies for ‘Saving Our Trees: Preventing Imported Forest Pests’ – a virtual panel discussion The panel discussion will explore the history of the imported forest pest problem\, recent challenges\, the economics of the issue\, the role of horticulture and international shipping\, and potential policy and management solutions. There will be ample time for Q&A. \nImported forest pests are one of the biggest threats facing our nation’s trees. When we lose trees\, we also lose the essential services they perform\, such as filtering air pollution\, reducing flooding\, cooling neighborhoods\, providing wildlife habitat\, and storing carbon that would otherwise contribute to climate change. It’s an expensive problem\, too. Removing and replanting trees killed by forest pests cost homeowners and municipalities billions annually. \nThis event is moderated by science journalist Gabriel Popkin\, will feature Gary Lovett (forest ecologist\, Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies)\, Susan Frankel (plant pathologist\, USDA Pacific Southwest Research Station)\, and Faith Campbell (President\, Center for Invasive Species Prevention). \n  \n 
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/saving-our-trees-preventing-imported-forest-pests/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210505T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210505T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T025441
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SUMMARY:Webinar 1: eDNA Project Introducion/Overview
DESCRIPTION:Webinar 1 – Project introduction and overview\nWednesday\, May 5th @ 12pm-1pm EST \nWebinar 2 – Introduction to eDNA and the target species\nWednesday\, June 16th @ 12pm-1pm EST \nWebinar 3 – eDNA Volunteer Training and Q&A\nWednesday\, August 4th @ 5:30pm EST \nALL WEBINARS WILL BE RECORDED. \nA follow-up email with a recording and resources will be emailed to all who register. \nRECORDINGS \nREGISTER \nThe Nature Conservancy (TNC)\, and the St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (SLELO PRISM)\, are launching an environmental DNA (eDNA) project within tributaries of eastern Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River this summer. \nThe purpose of this project is to leverage eDNA monitoring for the early detection of aquatic invasive species and to detect the presence of lake whitefish and cisco in tributaries of eastern Lake Ontario\, and the St. Lawrence River during the spawning season. \nVolunteers are sought to help with a variety of tasks including collect water samples from the various tributary sampling locations (from the shoreline or by boat)\, transporting water samples to locations for analysis\, collecting footage through the use of underwater cameras and remote operating vehicle\, and taking photos or videos of volunteers in action to be used on our website and reports for the project. \nA series of zoom webinar workshops are planned to provide more information about this project and to recruit and train volunteers to participate. The webinars are intended to be a brown-bag event so feel free to eat your lunch/dinner while you learn about this program. \nFor questions regarding volunteering\, contact mripka@tnc.org 315-427-1182; for questions about webinars\, contact megan.pistolese@tnc.org 315 489 4113.
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/webinar-1-edna-project-introducion-overview/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210415T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210415T120000
DTSTAMP:20260618T025441
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SUMMARY:2021 Spring SLELO Partner Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, April 15th\, 2021 \n10 am EST \nVia Zoom \nMeeting ID: 927 3393 3275 \nOne tap mobile \n+16468769923\,\,92733933275# US (New York) \n  \n2021 Spring Meeting Agenda:  \n10:00 a.m.  Welcome & Introductions – Partner Announcements \nMeet Shannon Walter – Introduced by Alaina Young \n10:10  I.S.P.M. Reports – Information Sharing – Rob \nMARS-B Seed Bank \nThousand Islands Life Magazine Article \nAmbrosia Beetle Project \nAquarium\, Moss Balls and Zebra Mussels \nEAB BioControl Update \nRefresher SLELO ED/RR Process \nContinued Health & Safety Guidelines \n10:20  NYAGM Part 575 Inspections & Violations Update – Thom Allgaier \n10:40  Conservation and GIS Analyst Update – Zack \n10:45  Hemlock Woolly Adelgid ED/RR – Robert/Brittney \n11:05  Terrestrial Coordinators Report – Robert \n11:25  Aquatic Coordinators Report – Brittney \n11:40  Education & Outreach Activities & Events – Megan \n11:55  Updates from State Partners (DEC ISCS\, iMap\, NYISRI) \n12:00  Open Dialog – Wrap-up – Safe Journey ! \n  \nPRISM Partner Meeting Schedule: Our partners have decided to meet on a seasonal/quarterly basis. We will meet the third week of these months:  January\, April\, July\, and October alternating between  Wednesdays and Thursdays\, starting at 10 am. \nIf you are a SLELO Partner and want to receive partner meeting invitations and announcements please follow this link.  \nIf you are not a Partner and have an interest in attending a Partner Meeting as a guest\, please contact Rob Williams\, the PRISM Manager at rwilliams@tnc.org. \nSave the Date for 2021 Partner Meetings: \nDue to COVID\, all meetings will be virtual until further notice.  \nWednesday\, January 26th @ 10am \nThursday\, April 15th @ 10am \nWednesday\, July Date TBD @ 10am \nThursday\, October 21 @10am \n  \n 
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/2021-spring-slelo-partner-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210414T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210414T113000
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SUMMARY:Green Gardening: Designing with Native Plants and Avoiding Invasive Species
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, April 14th \n10am-11:30am EST \nREGISTER \n  \nJoin our partners with the Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program PRISM and expert speakers from the Native Plant Trust to learn how to design attractive landscapes using native plants\, avoid invasive species\, and prevent the spread of soil harming invasive jumping worms. In 2021\, help your garden support pollinators\, increase biodiversity\, and protect our local environment.
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/green-gardening-designing-with-native-plants-and-avoiding-invasive-species/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210326T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210326T143000
DTSTAMP:20260618T025441
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SUMMARY:Managing Emerald Ash Borer & Enhancing Urban Forest Resiliency Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, March 26th  \n1pm-2:30pm  \nREGISTER  \nThe Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is an invasive insect that is killing ash trees in Jefferson County and other areas of Northern New York. For trees affected\, near 100% mortality occurs within two to four years. In New York State\, ash trees comprise roughly 7 to 25% of forests and is commonly used for landscaping. Whether you own or manage ash trees in an urban landscape or in a forest setting EAB will impact you. This webinar will provide you with research-based information on how to manage emerald ash borer and maintain the health of your urban forests in the path of this invasive pest. \nHosted By: \n\nThe New York State Department of Environmental Conservation\nThe City of Watertown\nJefferson County Cornell Cooperative Extension\nThe St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management- SLELO PRISM\nArborcare Tree Service\n\nPresented by:\nSue Gwise- CCE Jefferson County Horticulturalist and Master Gardener Coordinator\nMichael DeMarco-Watertown City Planner and ISA Certified Arborist\nGlen Roberts- NYS DEC Forester\nRobert Smith- SLELO PRISM Terrestrial Restoration and Resiliency Coordinator\nHerb Frost- Arborcare Tree Service
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/7439/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210324T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210324T150000
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SUMMARY:Non-native Invasive Earthworms 101: From the Nightcrawler to the Jumping Worm
DESCRIPTION:March 24\, 2021 \n1 p.m. CT \nREGISTER \nHosted by the North American Invasive Species Management Association \nPresented by: Ryan Hueffmeier\, Director of the Boulder Lake ELC at the University of Minnesota
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/non-native-invasive-earthworms-101-from-the-nightcrawler-to-the-jumping-worm/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210324T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210324T110000
DTSTAMP:20260618T025441
CREATED:20210201T211302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210201T211302Z
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SUMMARY:Prevent the Spread of Invasive Species: Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, March 24th 2021 \n10am-11am EST \nREGISTER \nHosted by our partners at the Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program PRISM. From competitive plants to hungry invertebrates\, invasive species harming aquatic habitats are almost always introduced to new areas by people – on our waders\, on our boats\, or in our bait buckets. Protect the waters you love to fish and prepare for early season angling by understanding best practices to prevent the spread of invasive plants and animals.
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/prevent-the-spread-of-invasive-species-best-practices/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210310T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210310T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T025441
CREATED:20210210T215914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210305T134705Z
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SUMMARY:Conserving Hemlocks Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, March 10th 2021 \n1pm-2:30pm EST \nREGISTER \n  \nWho should attend: land managers and land trusts who manage forested land with hemlock tree stands \nHemlock trees are a foundation species that provide vital eco-services that support people and nature. Hemlock woolly adelgid is an invasive forest pest that has devastated forests across the east coast and is threatening forests throughout New York State. Unfortunately\, it is impossible to save every hemlock tree in our forests; therefore\, developing a strategy to determine what hemlock stands will be treated will be a necessary step for hemlock conservation across the state. \nThe Hemlock Initiative has developed a decision guidance tool that generates a ranking system to help forest owners & conservation managers prioritize their hemlock stands to make an informed decision on where to focus their hemlock conservation efforts. This webinar will demonstrate how to use the Hemlock Initiative’s Prioritization tool to conserve your hemlock forests. Partners who have used this tool to prioritize their hemlock stands will share their experience\, and there will be an open discussion for regional and state-wide organizations to share what they are doing now to manage or prepare for hemlock woolly adelgid. \n 
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/conserving-hemlocks-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210303T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210303T110000
DTSTAMP:20260618T025441
CREATED:20210201T210849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210201T210849Z
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SUMMARY:Take Action Against Hemlock Woolly Adelgid: Part 2 Citizen Science Training
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, March 3rd 2021 \n10am-11am EST \nREGISTER \n  \nLed by our partners with the Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program\, the Adirondack Mountain Club\, Capital Region PRISM\, and Lake George Land Conservancy\, participants will learn how to adopt a trailhead\, carry out self-guided HWA field surveys\, and collect environmental data using iMapInvasives\, a free\, easy-to-use\, mobile mapping tool. This is an excellent way to support the lands you love and get involved with local conservation while hiking\, x-country skiing\, or snowshoeing this winter. \nIn order to maximize this short training\, APIPP highly recommends signing up for a free iMapInvasives Account prior to the workshop. Self guided iMap Trainings are available to walk you through the process if you want to get started using these fun maps early! \n 
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/take-action-against-hemlock-woolly-adelgid-part-2-citizen-science-training/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210301T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210301T110000
DTSTAMP:20260618T025441
CREATED:20210218T185634Z
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SUMMARY:Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Planning and Management
DESCRIPTION:When: Monday\, March 1st\, 2021 from 10:00am – 11:00am\nRegistration: bit.ly/3p1jSCc.\nYou must register to receive the Zoom link. \nHosted by: CCE Onondaga and the New York State Hemlock Initiative at Cornell University \nThe eastern hemlock tree (Tsuga canadensis) is one of the most important tree species in New York forests. Here in New York\, hemlocks are threatened by an invasive forest pest\, the hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA). HWA reached New York in the 1980s and continues to spread today\, infesting new areas each year. In the Skaneateles watershed\, HWA is well established in the southern portion of the watershed with several new locations identified in 2020. \nIn this talk\, Caroline Marschner of the New York State Hemlock Initiative will present basic information on hemlocks and HWA\, and focus on the management strategies available and tools for planning a response to HWA on your property. She will cover the biological control research for HWA at Cornell University. \nFor more information on Skaneateles Lake programming\, visit www.skanlakeinfo.org. \nQuestions?\nContact Camille Marcotte\, Water and Ecology Educator\, at ctm78@cornell.edu or (315) 424-9485 ext.232.
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/save-your-spot-hemlock-woolly-adelgid-planning-and-management-in-skaneateles/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210301T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210303T090000
DTSTAMP:20260618T025441
CREATED:20210301T131830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T131830Z
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SUMMARY:2021 Spotted Lanternfly Virtual Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Summit will cover a wide selection of topics over three days. There is a separate registration link for each day. You must register for each day you wish to attend.\n\n\nSign up is first come first served. The sessions will be recorded and a link for viewing will be provided after the Summit is complete.\n\n\n\nMonday March 1 – Spotted Lanternfly Research Reports\n\n\nRegistration Link: https://cornell.zoom.us/…/reg…/WN_UC5r8d_jRFS3cf62UsQXMw\n\n\n\nTuesday March 2 – Spotted Lanternfly Extension and Communications\n\n\nRegistration Link: https://cornell.zoom.us/…/reg…/WN_zuVvbHzGQY2DvWKcSqrFNA\n\n\n\nWednesday March 3 – Spotted Lanternfly Operations and Stakeholders\n\n\nRegistration Link: https://cornell.zoom.us/…/reg…/WN__WtMDDuyQMKWcBiJR75ykw
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/2021-spotted-lanternfly-virtual-summit/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210225T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210225T163000
DTSTAMP:20260618T025441
CREATED:20210201T210415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210201T210415Z
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SUMMARY:Take Action Against Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (Part 1: ID & Impacts)
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, February 25th 2021 \n3pm-4:30pm \nREGISTER \nHosted by our partners at the Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program PRISM and expert researchers from the New York State Hemlock Initiative to learn all about this damaging invasive insect\, understand how to identify HWA in the field\, and gain the skills you need to take action to protect local forests. The best way to aid Hemlock forests against the negative impacts of HWA is to find it early before infestations grow out of control. Part 2 of this Citizen Science Training to be held on Wednesday\, March 3rd from 10:00 to 11:00 am\, participants have the option to join live via Zoom or watch recorded webinars to custom fit scheduling needs. \nIn order to maximize this short training\, APIPP highly recommends signing up for a free iMapInvasives Account prior to the workshop. Self guided iMap Trainings are available to walk you through the process if you want to get started using these fun maps early! \n** Live participation in Part 1 of this workshop counts towards 1.5 Continuing Education Credits through the Society of American Foresters. Please indicate on the RSVP form that you are interested in receiving SAF CE credits.**
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/take-action-against-hemlock-woolly-adelgid-part-1-id-impacts/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210223T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210223T143000
DTSTAMP:20260618T025441
CREATED:20210201T205812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210201T205812Z
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SUMMARY:Identifying & Reporting Spotted Lanternfly and Tree-of-heaven with NY iMapInvasives
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, February 23rd \n1pm-2:30pm \nREGISTER \n  \nHosted by iMapInvasives. This webinar will cover the current status of SLF and TOH in NY\, potential impacts on natural areas\, agriculture\, and forestry\, and how to identify these species and report observations to iMapInvasives as well as a state-wide early detection survey effort that volunteers and professionals can get involved in (Learn More). \nThe spotted lanternfly (SLF) is an invasive pest from Asia that feeds on a variety of plants including grapes\, hops\, and maple trees\, posing a severe threat to NYS forests and agriculture (more info). SLF’s preferred host plant\, Tree-of-heaven (TOH)\, is already found in much of the state. SLF was first found in PA in 2014\, and several populations have since been found in NY. Agencies and conservation partners across the state are working to protect our state resources from these invasives\, and we are requesting help from volunteers to complement these efforts. \nSLF management actions are more effective and regions can better prepare for the impacts of this insect when new infestations are found early. \nNew York State is seeking volunteers like you to look for SLF and TOH in your area. You can supplement NYS efforts to prevent negative impacts from invasive species by knowing what to look for and how to report observations to New York’s official invasive species database\, iMapInvasives. \nNYS Department of Agriculture and Markets and the Office of Parks\, Recreation\, and Historic Preservation have identified 1km grid squares across the state where volunteer survey efforts would be most helpful. These may be close to known infestations\, along major pathways\, and/or near important commodities that could be harmed by SLF.
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/identifying-reporting-spotted-lanternfly-and-tree-of-heaven-with-ny-imapinvasives/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210222T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210226T000000
DTSTAMP:20260618T025441
CREATED:20210210T220922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210211T053754Z
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SUMMARY:National Invasive Species Awareness Week:Part I - Information and Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:NISAW Part I – Information and Advocacy\nFebruary 22-26\, 2021\nView NISAW Webpage \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipate in the largest invasive species awareness effort in North America!\nFollow on Facebook at @invasivespeciesweek\, join the conversation\, and link your social posts with #NISAW or #invasivespecies.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll webinars start at 1pm Central. \n\nMonday\, February 22nd: Invasive Species Management Priorities\nTuesday\, February 23rd: Federal Agency Updates\nWednesday\, February 24th: Aquatic Nuisance Species\nThursday\, February 25th: Plant Health\nFriday\, February 26th: Show Me the Money!
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/national-invasive-species-awareness-weekpart-i-information-and-advocacy/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210213T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260618T025441
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SUMMARY:How to Use Invasive Species in Experiential Learning Modules for K-12
DESCRIPTION: Tuesday\, April 13th\, 2021 \n 11:00 am – 12 pm EST \nREGISTER \nHosted by our partners with the Finger Lakes PRISM. \nPresenter: Nadia Harvieux\, Finger Lakes Institute at Hobart and William Smith Colleges \nBelow is a listing of the entire webinar series:  \nA Review of AIS Monitoring in the Finger Lakes\, 2016-2020 \nPresenter: Kathryn Monacelli\, Finger Lakes Institute at Hobart and William Smith Colleges \nWhen: Feb 9\, 2021 11:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)  \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://hws.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJclcumsrjsrHNC96Jeyvu2W8lv1jwuUeQcV   \n  \nA History of Watercraft Stewards in the Finger Lakes\, 2012-2020 \nPresenter: Sam Beck-Andersen\, Finger Lakes Institute at Hobart and William Smith Colleges \nWhen: Mar 9\, 2021 11:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)  \nRegister in advance for this meeting: https://hws.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJclcumsrjsrHNC96Jeyvu2W8lv1jwuUeQcV   \n  \nHow to Use Invasive Species in Experiential Learning Modules for K-12 \nPresenter: Nadia Harvieux\, Finger Lakes Institute at Hobart and William Smith Colleges \nWhen: Apr 13\, 2021 11:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)  \nRegister in advance for this meeting: https://hws.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJclcumsrjsrHNC96Jeyvu2W8lv1jwuUeQcV   \n  \nCommunity Science Programs in the Finger Lakes Region. Why We Need you! \nPresenter: Finger Lakes Institute at Hobart and William Smith Colleges \nWhen: May 11\, 2021 11:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)  \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://hws.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJclcumsrjsrHNC96Jeyvu2W8lv1jwuUeQcV   \n  \nNYISAW Training- How to identify and report the top invasives in the region \nPresenter: Finger Lakes Institute at Hobart and William Smith Colleges \nWhen: Jun 8\, 2021 11:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)  \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://hws.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJclcumsrjsrHNC96Jeyvu2W8lv1jwuUeQcV   \n 
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/how-to-use-invasive-species-in-experiential-learning-modules-for-k-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210209T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210209T141500
DTSTAMP:20260618T025441
CREATED:20210204T181912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210204T192904Z
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SUMMARY:Help Spot Spotted Lanternfly & Tree of Heaven
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, February 9th\, 2021 \n1pm-2:15pm EST \nREGISTER \nThis webinar will cover the current status of SLF and TOH in NY\, potential impacts on the North Country\, how to identify these species\, and reporting observations to iMapInvasives\, as well as a state-wide early detection survey effort that volunteers and professionals can get involved in. \nThe spotted lanternfly (SLF) is an invasive pest from Asia that feeds on a variety of plants including grapes\, hops\, and maple trees\, posing a severe threat to NYS forests and agriculture. SLF’s preferred host plant\, tree-of-heaven (TOH)\, is already found in much of the state. SLF was first found in PA in 2014\, and several populations have since been found in NY. Agencies and conservation partners across the state are working to protect our state resources from these invasives. \nWe are seeking volunteers like you to help look for SLF and TOH in your area. You can supplement the NYS efforts to prevent negative impacts from invasive species by knowing what to look for and how to report observations to New York’s official invasive species database\, iMapInvasives. \n  \nHosted by  \nThe Cornell Cooperative Extension of St. Lawrence County- Nick Hamilton Honey \n& \nThe St. Lawrence County Environmental Management Council \nIn collaboration with iMapInvasives \nPresented by:  \nMegan Pistolese-SLELO PRISM E/O Coordinator \n  \nBefore attending the webinar please follow the below steps to set up a free iMapInvasives user account. \n\nVisit https://imapinvasives.natureserve.org/imap/login.jsp and make a free iMap account (instructions if needed) Do this even if you do not have a smart phone as you can report observations via the desktop version.\n\n  \nIf you have a mobile device\, follow these additional steps:  \n\nDownload the iMapInvasives mobile app in the 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 (the app won’t work until you do this)\nSign onto the iMapInvasives mobile app using your 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 and 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/training scroll to the bottom of this page to view Self-Serve iMapInvasives Tutorials.\n\n 
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/help-spot-spotted-lanternfly-tree-of-heaven/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210206T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210206T114500
DTSTAMP:20260618T025441
CREATED:20210125T145041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210125T145041Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Environmental Conference
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, January 30th \nWednesday\, February 3rd \nSaturday\, February 6th \nREGISTER \nThis year’s conference will be held virtually. In support of this exciting offering\, there is a suggested registration fee of $25 if you plan to tune into the live stream. The hyperlink to the live stream will be shared the week of the conference. Contact Bridget Wright\, Development Director\, at (315) 686-2010 or bridget@savetheriver.org with any questions \n  \nSCHEDULE\nSaturday\, January 30\, 2021 \n\n10:00 – 10:15am Conference Opening\n10:15 – 10:45am  Eric Murdock’s Presentation:  Innovative Approaches to Installing Septic Systems at Challenging Sites\n10:45 – 11:00am Friend of the River Award Announcement\n11:00 – 11:45am Jessica Jock’s Presentation:  Investigations of the Relationship Between Native Mussels and Dreissenids in St. Lawrence River Tributaries\n\nWednesday\, February 3\, 2021  \n\n6:00 – 6:10pm Daily Opening\n6:10 – 6:40pm How Save The River Has Reimagined Our Education Programs\n\nSaturday\, February 6\, 2021 \n\n10:00 – 10:05am Daily Opening\n10:05 – 10:35am Lawrence Gunther’s Presentation: Health and Current Status of the St. Lawrence River Fishery\n10:35 – 10:45am Dan Tack Award Announcement\n10:45 – 11:15am Professor Rachel Schultz’s Presentation: Dynamics of Lake Ontario Coastal Wetlands\n\n2021 SPEAKERS \n  \n\nEric Murdock– is an Environmental Engineer\, and owner of Onsite Engineering\, PLLC. His presentation will focus on innovative approaches to installing septic systems at challenging sites that do not have the correct space and soil type/depth traditionally needed to place a septic system. The approaches discussed are becoming more common throughout the 1\,000 Island Region and New York State.\n\n  \n\nJessica Jock – is an Environmental Scientist for the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Environment Division in Akwesasne and will present on the NYSDEC grant awarded to Save The River\, in partnership with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Environmental Division and the New York State Museum that is to investigating how river-bottom sediments influence invasive dreissenid mussel (zebra and quagga mussels) colonization on freshwater mussels in the Lower Grasse River.\n\n  \n\nLauren Eggleston & Heather White – Save The River’s Program Coordinator\, Lauren\, and Education Committee member\, Heather\, will be presenting about our recently updated educational programs and how Save The River has reimagined North Country outdoor education during COVID-19.\n\n  \n\nLawrence Gunther– is North America’s only blind conservationist\, outdoor writer\, podcaster\, blogger\, filmmaker and TV personality. A life-long outdoor enthusiast\, Lawrence has competed in over 150 fishing tournaments with the sponsorship support of many of North America’s top fishing and marine companies. His presentation will focus on the health and concerns related to St. Lawrence Fishery given the threats new “forever” chemicals and microplastics represent.\n\n  \n\nRachel Schultz\, Ph.D. – an Associate Professor of Wetland Science in the Environmental Science and Ecology Department at SUNY Brockport. During her Ph.D. at The Ohio State University\, she studied the effects of plant community composition and diversity on wetland carbon and nitrogen cycling. Her presentation will discuss dynamics of Lake Ontario coastal wetlands and how cattail removal affects carbon sequestration and greenhouse gas emissions.
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/winter-environmental-conference-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210203T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210203T190000
DTSTAMP:20260618T025441
CREATED:20210125T090044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210125T144957Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Environmental Conference
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, January 30th \nWednesday\, February 3rd \nSaturday\, February 6th \nREGISTER \nThis year’s conference will be held virtually. In support of this exciting offering\, there is a suggested registration fee of $25 if you plan to tune into the live stream. The hyperlink to the live stream will be shared the week of the conference. Contact Bridget Wright\, Development Director\, at (315) 686-2010 or bridget@savetheriver.org with any questions \n  \nSCHEDULE\nSaturday\, January 30\, 2021 \n\n10:00 – 10:15am Conference Opening\n10:15 – 10:45am  Eric Murdock’s Presentation:  Innovative Approaches to Installing Septic Systems at Challenging Sites\n10:45 – 11:00am Friend of the River Award Announcement\n11:00 – 11:45am Jessica Jock’s Presentation:  Investigations of the Relationship Between Native Mussels and Dreissenids in St. Lawrence River Tributaries\n\nWednesday\, February 3\, 2021  \n\n6:00 – 6:10pm Daily Opening\n6:10 – 6:40pm How Save The River Has Reimagined Our Education Programs\n\nSaturday\, February 6\, 2021 \n\n10:00 – 10:05am Daily Opening\n10:05 – 10:35am Lawrence Gunther’s Presentation: Health and Current Status of the St. Lawrence River Fishery\n10:35 – 10:45am Dan Tack Award Announcement\n10:45 – 11:15am Professor Rachel Schultz’s Presentation: Dynamics of Lake Ontario Coastal Wetlands\n\n2021 SPEAKERS \n  \n\nEric Murdock– is an Environmental Engineer\, and owner of Onsite Engineering\, PLLC. His presentation will focus on innovative approaches to installing septic systems at challenging sites that do not have the correct space and soil type/depth traditionally needed to place a septic system. The approaches discussed are becoming more common throughout the 1\,000 Island Region and New York State.\n\n  \n\nJessica Jock – is an Environmental Scientist for the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Environment Division in Akwesasne and will present on the NYSDEC grant awarded to Save The River\, in partnership with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Environmental Division and the New York State Museum that is to investigating how river-bottom sediments influence invasive dreissenid mussel (zebra and quagga mussels) colonization on freshwater mussels in the Lower Grasse River.\n\n  \n\nLauren Eggleston & Heather White – Save The River’s Program Coordinator\, Lauren\, and Education Committee member\, Heather\, will be presenting about our recently updated educational programs and how Save The River has reimagined North Country outdoor education during COVID-19.\n\n  \n\nLawrence Gunther– is North America’s only blind conservationist\, outdoor writer\, podcaster\, blogger\, filmmaker and TV personality. A life-long outdoor enthusiast\, Lawrence has competed in over 150 fishing tournaments with the sponsorship support of many of North America’s top fishing and marine companies. His presentation will focus on the health and concerns related to St. Lawrence Fishery given the threats new “forever” chemicals and microplastics represent.\n\n  \n\nRachel Schultz\, Ph.D. – an Associate Professor of Wetland Science in the Environmental Science and Ecology Department at SUNY Brockport. During her Ph.D. at The Ohio State University\, she studied the effects of plant community composition and diversity on wetland carbon and nitrogen cycling. Her presentation will discuss dynamics of Lake Ontario coastal wetlands and how cattail removal affects carbon sequestration and greenhouse gas emissions.
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/winter-environmental-conference-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210203T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210203T140000
DTSTAMP:20260618T025441
CREATED:20210201T214824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210201T215024Z
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SUMMARY:Dormant\, Not Dead: Beware of Winter Dormant Invasive Species
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, February 3\, 2021\n1:00pm-2:00pm EST\nRegister Here\nHosted by our partners at the Capital Mohawk PRISM \nAlthough it may be cold and snowy in the northeast\, many pesky forest pests continue to persist throughout the winter months. Species\, like emerald ash borer\, find shelter in trees and enter a period of dormancy in the winter\, then emerge and reproduce in the spring. Since these critters aren’t dead\, moving firewood can easily transport these invaders to new areas. Join the Capital Region PRISM to learn more about identifying potentially infested trees and the best management practices when using firewood in the winter.
URL:https://www.sleloinvasives.org/event/dormant-not-dead-beware-of-winter-dormant-invasive-species/
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