Communities plant trees to enhance urban forest sustainability.
Communities Engage in the Urban Forest Sustainability Initiative
May 18, 2022
Seeking Volunteers to Assist a Water Chestnut Removal Effort
May 18, 2022
Volunteers are needed to assist a removal effort of a large water chestnut infestation on the Oswegatche River near the dam in the Village of Heuvelton.
Jumping Worms Confirmed in Jefferson County
May 18, 2022
Invasive jumping worms have been confirmed in Jefferson County. Get the wormy details about this invasive species, along with prevention steps and what to do if you find jumping worms on your property.
Protector’s Activity: Native Alternatives to Common Invasive Garden Plants
May 18, 2022
Many invasive plants were once considered desirable ornamentals that were intentionally introduced to our gardens and landscapes only to escape into natural environments. Learn of native alternatives to common invasive garden plants.
Novel Approaches to Invasive Species Management
May 18, 2022
Learn about a new approach being tested at the Huyck Preserve to manage invasive species that uses a weed torch on resprouts of multiflora, Japanese barberry, and autumn olive
Updates to SLF Grid-Square Program
May 18, 2022
Last year’s “Claim A Grid Square” initiative is back – pick your spot to survey for spotted lanternfly this year Over 70 squares have been claimed already!
Terrestrial Updates
May 18, 2022
Updates from our Terrestrial Restoration and Resiliency Coordinator from winter and upcoming programing.
Aquatic Updates
May 18, 2022
Updates from our Aquatic Restoration and Resiliency Coordinator, Brittney Rogers regarding aquatic projects underway and upcoming.
Partner Spotlight: Trees Bring Us Together
May 18, 2022
The last two years have taught us a lot about the value of green spaces for communities. Parks and nature preserves have seen an increase in usage across the state since the start of the pandemic. Growing concerns about climate change and its impacts on our everyday lives is leading to recognition of the importance of trees as a tool for mitigating urban heat islands, managing storm water, storing carbon, and cleaning the air. That’s why the theme of this year’s ReLeaf Conference is “Trees Bring Us Together.”
Managing Invasives for Resilience
May 18, 2022
Our work has and continues to reduce the negative impacts of invasive species especially when we close the loop with ecological restoration.
Stewardship on the River
May 18, 2022
Our partners at Save the River offer a Riverkeeper program that engages the community in stewardship and invasive species awareness.