From campfires and salmon fishing to leaf peeping and hiking, fall offers countless opportunities to explore the outdoors. Check out these tips to keep invasive species from hitching a ride and help protect the places you love.
Fall Adventures Without the Hitchhikers
September 30, 2026
Finish the Season Strong: Fall Tips for Managing Invasive Plants and Planting Native Species
September 8, 2026
Fall is an ideal time to tackle invasive woody plants on your property. As temperatures cool, many native plants begin going dormant, making invasive species easier to see and access. […]
Don’t Let Spotted Lanternfly Hitch a Ride: Protect Your Travel Spots and Local Landscapes
August 5, 2026
Attention travelers, spotted lanternfly (SLF) can easily hitchhike on your vehicles. Be sure to check the grill and wheel wells of your vehicle for SLF adults and eggs while doing end of season traveling.
Funding and Job Opportunities
June 28, 2026
View funding and job opportunities that apply to our region.
Pull Together: Help Protect Local Waterways from Invasive Water Chestnut
June 23, 2026
Removing water chestnut by hand is a fun and effective way to suppress their populations. Check out this blog to learn how to organize a hand-pull on your own waterfront property!
Protect What You Love: Volunteer with SLELO PRISM This Summer
May 28, 2026
Imagine dipping your paddle into a quiet cove, the morning sun glinting off the water as you learn how to spot the floating leaves of invasive water chestnut. Or picture […]
A Word From Our Director: 2026 Spring Newsletter
May 4, 2026
Spring has brought a renewed sense of energy and optimism that SLELO PRISM is brining into our work. We have an exciting year ahead and look forward to collaborating with our partners!
Volunteer Spotlight
May 4, 2026
Meet a new volunteer whose journey reminds us why community science matters.
About the Cover: Celebrating Our Volunteers and Inviting New Protectors to Join the Effort
May 4, 2026
Our volunteers are the frontline defense for our native ecosystems. We are deeply grateful for their passion and tireless efforts. Whether you are an existing volunteer or looking for a new way to make a tangible impact, we invite you to join our upcoming learning and volunteer opportunities.
Get Involved: Explore upcoming volunteer opportunities. Shape
Our Celebration: Take our brief survey to help design a special appreciation event for our volunteers.
Together, we can protect our region’s natural resources.
Calling all Partners: Let’s Make 2026 a Landmark Year for Collaboration
May 4, 2026
We’re launching two exciting new initiatives and want to collaborate with you! Join us in elevating regional conservation, inspiring local communities, and making a lasting impact together.