Presented by James English, Renee Bellinger, Diane Waller, Seth Munson, Amy Yackel Adams, Kristen Hart, and Kurt Kowalski with the U.S Geological Survey
February 27th through March 5th is National Invasive Species Awareness Week, and the James River Park System's Invasive Plant Task Force has a full calendar of events planned. There will be opportunities to volunteer in the James River Park System, guided walks and educational programs, and a celebratory “Boogie for the Biosphere” on Friday, March 4th at Richmond’s Legend Brewery. All […]
Communicating about invasive species can get complicated! On February 27-28, in partnership with NAISMA for National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW), Sea Grant is proud to present The Invasive Species Language Workshop, bringing together invasive species researchers and science communication professionals to share best practices for communicating about biological invasions to scientists, stakeholders, and the […]
Please join members of the Federal Interagency Committee for the Management of Noxious and Exotic Weeds (FICMNEW) to learn more about the organization, hear highlights from 2023, get a preview of upcoming plans, and provide input on future federal coordination needs regarding invasive plant research and management. Agenda:
In the past 50 years, the number of non-native species introduced outside their native range has doubled, leading to substantial negative ecological and socioeconomic impacts. This is a problem that will persist as species introductions continue to rise and impacts are intensified by climate change and other drivers of change. It is well-established that economic […]
The Metacomet Land Trust presents "Mitigate the Mustard 2024"! Volunteers are needed to help a land trust care for a preserve with trail maintenance, invasive plant removal, and other minor projects! Help us maintain and care for preserve trails with some minor projects and learn about invasive plant species in Massachusetts like Garlic Mustard as […]
Help protect and restore Burnaby's beautiful Central Park! Volunteers are needed to remove invasive plants. This event is free and open to families, youth, and all community members. Participants do not need to be City of Burnaby residents. No experience is necessary. This event will be led by an expert from the Invasive Species Council of Metro Vancouver. Volunteers will be […]
SGPA’s Environmental Stewardship Committee helps to steward the park by removing invasive, non-native species (learn more, HERE). You can lend a hand to this important effort by joining as a volunteer. Projects will vary by week, but generally include pulling, cutting, and otherwise removing invasive plants from around the park. Those looking for lighter work can […]
