• Vegetative Reproduction in Invasive Plants: Impacts and Management Strategies

    Hon. Shirley Chisholm Branch-Amherst Public Library 350 John James Audubon Parkway, Buffalo, NY

    What makes certain invasive species like knotweed, Phragmites and tree-of-heaven so difficult to control? Dig below the soil’s surface with WNY PRISM in this free 2-hour workshop where you'll learn […]

  • Aquatic Management Workshop: Planning for Longterm Pond Management

    Hon. Shirley Chisholm Branch-Amherst Public Library 350 John James Audubon Parkway, Buffalo, NY

    Join WNY PRISM for a free workshop on aquatic invasive plant species management, designed for professionals, community scientists and the public. This workshop will cover the things property owners and […]

  • Pollinator Conference: Native Plants & Pollinators

    Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village 3755 Tonawanda Creek Rd, Amherst, NY

    Pollinator populations are changing. Many pollinator populations are in decline. This decline is attributed most severely to a loss in feeding and nesting habitats. Join the 2026 Pollinator Conference: Native […]

  • Invasive Species Talk

    Alt Nature Center 2489 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island, NY

    Join the Grand Island Nature Alliance on Tuesday, June 23 at 6:30 PM at the Alt Nature Center for an informative talk on invasive species, led by WNY PRISM. The presentation […]

  • Garden Art Sale

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

    The Garden Art Sale is your chance to add something truly special to your garden. Browse more than 70 vendors offering one-of-a-kind, handcrafted treasures — from sculptures and ceramics to […]

  • Great Lakes Aquatic Invasive Species LANDING BLITZ

    Boaters and other recreators learn about the risks of spreading aquatic invasive species (AIS) at public and private boating access sites across the Great Lakes region every summer. The Great […]

  • Great Lakes Center Open House

    Buffalo State Great Lakes Center Field Station 196 Porter Avenue, Buffalo, NY

    Save the date - more details soon!

  • Practical Approaches to Managing Amur Honeysuckle

    Virtual Event

    Amur honeysuckle (Lonicera maackii) is an invasive shrub native to eastern Asia that was widely planted for ornamental use and wildlife habitat. It is now established across much of the […]

  • WNY PRISM 2026 Walk & Talk Series: Zoar Valley

    Zoar Valley Multiple Use Area

    Lace up your shoes and join us outside! WNY PRISM's Walk & Talk Series is a fun and easy way to explore nature, learn about invasive species, and discover how […]

  • WNY PRISM Volunteer Workday: Reinstein Woods

    Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve 93 Honorine Dr, Depew, NY, United States

    Take action for nature! Learn about invasive species and help remove them to protect native plants and wildlife, and the places we love. Our second workday of the summer will […]

  • Paddles Up Niagara

    Beaver Island State Park 2136 W Oakfield Rd, Grand Island, New York

    Paddles Up Niagara is a family friendly and safe way to experience the natural areas and unique habitats of the Niagara River.  Whether you are a novice or an experienced […]