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  • Plantasia

    Fairgrounds Event Center and Artisan Hall 5820 South Park Avenue, Hamburg, NY, United States

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  • From research to integration: Biological control of introduced Phragmites in Ontario, Canada

    Virtual Event

    Biological control releases of the stem-boring moths Archanara neurica and Lenisa geminipuncta offer a promising new tool in the toolbox for integrated weed management of introduced Phragmites. Since the first releases in Ontario in 2019, we have developed core operational protocols to rear, release, and monitor the agents and have released approximately 30,000 insects across 50 sites. This presentation will […]

  • Gardening for Butterflies and Caterpillars with Dave O’Donnell

    Christ Church Amherst 350 Saratoga Road, Buffalo, NY

    David O’Donnell owner of Eastern Monarch Butterfly and Native Plant Farm will share how to support local ecology by planting what caterpillars need to grow. David works with restoration projects throughout the state and provides education about Monarch butterflies for all ages. Learn more and register here.

  • Invasive Species in the Landscape: From Backyards to Ecosystems

    Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14218

    Join Andrea Locke, WNY PRISM Coordinator, to discuss the landscape impacts of invasive species and how managing invasive species at home can improve both your yard and the surrounding environment. Invasive species pose a significant threat to our environment, economy, and human health, but there are things each of us can do to help address these […]

  • National Forum on Biological Control Conference

    Graduate Hotel 126 West Street, Annapolis, NY, United States

    The USDA Forest Service is organizing a National Forum for Biological Control in Natural Areas Conference in partnership with NAISMA and the National Association of State Foresters and will be held April 14-17, 2025 in Annapolis, MD at the Graduate Hotel. The meeting will focus on both weed and arthropod biocontrol and will be a […]

  • Spotted Lanternfly in North America: Insights, Impacts, and Preparing for the Future

    Virtual Event

    Learn about the biology and management of spotted lanternfly, debunk common myths, and gain updates on how human-mediated transport is driving its spread. Experts will also share the latest findings on cold tolerance thresholds and their role in assessing the risk of northward expansion. Learn more and register here.

  • Spring Partner Meeting

    Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge 1101 Casey Road, Basom, NY, United States

    This year's Spring Partner Meeting will be held at Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge! Click here to learn more and register!

  • Party for the Planet

    The Buffalo Zoo 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, United States

    Show your appreciation for the place we call home with Party for the Planet at the Buffalo Zoo! This annual celebration features keeper talks, animal ambassador meet and greets, and educational opportunities throughout the day. Many conservation organizations local to our western New York community will be in attendance to discuss how we can protect […]

  • Niagara River Greenway Community Conversation

    WNY Welcome Center 1999 Alvin Road, Grand Island, NY

    The Niagara River Greenway Commission will be hosting a “Community Conversation” to update the public on the accomplishments and goals of the Niagara River Greenway. Please join us for a presentation and offer your input on the future of the Greenway in your community. Greenway staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer questions […]