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SUMMARY:Lower Temperature Thresholds of Lycorma delicatula
DESCRIPTION:Spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula\, Hemiptera: Fulgoridae) is an invasive planthopper first discovered in Pennsylvania in 2014 and has since spread to 21 U.S. states despite extensive eradication efforts. To continue spreading north\, L. delicatula must be capable of surviving low winter temperatures. Anna Turbelin will present work from the Great Lakes Forestry Centre on these lower limits which are critical for effective risk assessment. \n\n\n\n\nRegister for the webinar
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/lower-temperature-thresholds-of-lycorma-delicatula/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T173000
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SUMMARY:Invasive Plant ID & iMapInvasives Training
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\nLearn how to identify some of western New York’s common and priority invasive plant species\, how to report your observations and why doing so can help protect our natural areas. During the indoor portion\, attendees will learn how to identify invasive plant species and how to use the iMapInvasives mobile app. During the outdoor portion\, participants will practice identifying plants and submitting reports to iMapInvasives. \n \nThe objective of this training is to provide specific information to professionals\, community scientists and the public so they can effectively identify and report invasive plant species in parks and other natural areas\, or even in their own backyards. WNY PRISM’s Best Management Practices guides will also be available for attendees who are interested in learning how to manage specific species. \n\n\n \nRegistration is required by Thursday\, May 30\, 2024. Please register at https://bit.ly/2024invasiveplantID. This training will be limited to 40 participants. Attendees are encouraged to dress for the weather\, wear sturdy footwear and bring water. \n\n \nThis free training is part of New York’s Invasive Species Awareness Week and is hosted by WNY PRISM in partnership with Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve and the Friends of Reinstein Woods. \n \nQuestions? Email WNY PRISM at wnyprism@buffalostate.edu. 
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/invasive-plant-id-imapinvasives-training/
LOCATION:Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve\, 93 Honorine Dr\, Depew\, NY\, 14043\, United States
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SUMMARY:Storytelling and the Language of Invasive Species Outreach Virtual Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us during New York Invasive Species Awareness Week (#NYISAW) for a virtual workshop where we’ll explore the art of storytelling and how to frame invasive species’ language in a way that reduces cultural biases\, racism\, and exclusionary concepts. Interactive ad-lib style activities will be incorporated to engage the audience and have fun with this concept! This webinar will be catered toward professionals\, but is open to anyone interested. Hosted by: LIISMA\, Lower Hudson\, SLELO\, and WNY PRISMs. \nRegister at https://bit.ly/is-storytelling-nyisaw.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/storytelling-and-the-language-of-invasive-species-virtual-workshop/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240610
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UID:10000200-1717372800-1717977599@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:New York Invasive Species Awareness Week (NYISAW)
DESCRIPTION:New York’s Invasive Species Awareness Week is June 3 – 9\, 2024! \nThe mission of the New York Invasive Species Awareness Week (NYISAW) is to promote knowledge and understanding of invasive species and the harm they can cause. We want to empower YOU to stop the spread of invasive species! \nOrganizations across all of New York State will be offering a variety of engaging events! By participating in NYISAW\, you can help protect your community’s natural spaces\, learn about the emerging invasive species\, meet your neighbors\, get outdoors\, and even win prizes! \nMore details soon! \n 
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/new-york-invasive-species-awareness-week-nyisaw/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T193443
CREATED:20240423T142821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T175933Z
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SUMMARY:Walk and Talk at Bergen Swamp
DESCRIPTION:Join WNY PRISM and Bergen Swamp Preservation Society for an educational Walk and Talk at Bergen Swamp on June 1st! During the walk\, WNY PRISM staff will discuss and answer questions about invasive species\, management\, and habitat restoration as it relates to the work of preserving an area of existing high biodiversity. \nBergen Swamp is a 2000 acre preserve of historical and scientific interest. It has been protected since 1936 by the Bergen Swamp Preservation Society\, an all volunteer non-profit. Representatives from the Society will be available to identify and describe the native species\, discuss the long history of the wetland\, and the sources of the biodiversity. \nRegistration is required at https://bit.ly/2024walkandtalks. \nMore information including directions\, parking\, meeting location and what to bring will be emailed to participants after they are registered. For questions\, please contact wnyprism@buffalostate.edu.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/walk-and-talk-at-bergen-swamp/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T193443
CREATED:20231116T171105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T171108Z
UID:10000171-1716980400-1716984000@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:IS Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:Each month\, the NYS PRISM Network hosts the New York Statewide Invasive Speaker Series. The webinars are from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm and include a different guest speaker each month. \nInstructions on joining will be sent through the WNY PRISM listserv prior to the event. \nFor more information and to see an updated schedule of topics and presenters\, visit: https://www.nyisri.org/resources/webinars-recorded-talks/
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/is-speaker-series-2024/2024-05-29/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T193443
CREATED:20240325T200147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T200340Z
UID:10000209-1715421600-1715439600@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:Spring Spectacular
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of nature\, creativity\, and community at the Spring Spectacular (formerly called Spring into Nature). Immerse yourself in the beauty of Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge as you observe a diverse array of wildlife\, participate in fun crafts and educational activities\, and connect with various community organizations dedicated to conservation\, artistic expression\, and cultural enrichment. \nWhether you’re a nature enthusiast\, an art lover\, or simply looking for a fun-filled day with family and friends\, the Spring Spectacular promises something for everyone to enjoy. While you’re here you can also enjoy what the rest of the wildlife refuge has to offer as well as visit the neighboring Oak Orchard and Tonawanda Wildlife Management Areas and appreciate the importance of the whole landscape coming together to provide vital habitat for wildlife that live and pass through Western New York. This event is being held thanks to the Friends of Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge\, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation. \nFind out more information about this event at https://www.fws.gov/event/spring-spectacular!
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/spring-spectacular/
LOCATION:Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge\, 1101 Casey Road\, Basom\, NY\, 14013\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T140000
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UID:10000211-1714816800-1714831200@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Avenue Project (MAP) Annual Seedling Sale
DESCRIPTION:Join us for MAP’s Annual Seedling Sale where you’ll find seedlings\, food\, drinks\, crafts\, native plants and a lot of local educational organizations focused on the environment. The seedling sale is one day only\, so come and get your veggies\, herbs\, limited flowers and some wildcard plants. This is a family friendly event and all are welcome to come spend some time on the farm! Learn more here. 
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/massachusetts-avenue-project-map-annual-seedling-sale/
LOCATION:Massachusetts Avenue Project\, 387 Massachusetts Avenue\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14213\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T193443
CREATED:20231116T171105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T171108Z
UID:10000170-1713956400-1713960000@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:IS Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:Each month\, the NYS PRISM Network hosts the New York Statewide Invasive Speaker Series. The webinars are from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm and include a different guest speaker each month. \nInstructions on joining will be sent through the WNY PRISM listserv prior to the event. \nFor more information and to see an updated schedule of topics and presenters\, visit: https://www.nyisri.org/resources/webinars-recorded-talks/
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/is-speaker-series-2024/2024-04-24/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T193443
CREATED:20240411T145547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T145547Z
UID:10000210-1713607200-1713621600@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:Party for the Planet
DESCRIPTION:What better way to celebrate Earth Day than with the planet’s amazing and diverse wildlife? 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 (including WNY PRISM!) will be in attendance to discuss how we can protect our beautiful planet and all who live on it. This is a value-added event; all activities are included with admission to the Buffalo Zoo. Event website link.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/party-for-the-planet/
LOCATION:The Buffalo Zoo\, 300 Parkside Ave\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14214\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T193443
CREATED:20240226T172509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T195654Z
UID:10000199-1713432600-1713441600@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:WNY PRISM Spring Partner Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join WNY PRISM for our Spring Partner Meeting at Woodlawn Beach State Park – everyone is welcome! Partner meetings are a great way to stay informed on regionally specific updates and resources available to our partners. \nFor more details and to register\, please go to https://www.wnyprism.org/spring-2024-partner-meeting/.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/wny-prism-spring-partner-meeting/
LOCATION:Woodlawn Beach State Park\, 3580 Lake Shore Rd\, Blasdell\, NY\, 14219\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="WNY PRISM":MAILTO:wnyprism@buffalostate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T193443
CREATED:20240411T150111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T150203Z
UID:10000212-1713290400-1713294000@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:Arboretum Lecture Series - Rebuilding Buffalo's South Park Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Arbor Day and Earth Day\, Margaret Lapp\, Director of the South Park Arboretum\, Olmsted Parks Conservancy\, will present on the history and future long-term plan of rebuilding Olmstead’s plan for the Buffalo Park Systems South Park Arboretum in South Buffalo. The event is sponsored by the Buffalo State Campus Planning Office\, Sustainability Committee and the Friends of the Maud Gordon Holmes Arboretum. To view this and other Arbor Day and Earth Day celebrations at Buffalo State University\, please click here.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/arboretum-lecture-series-rebuilding-buffalos-south-park-arboretum/
LOCATION:Jacqueline Vito LoRusso Alumni and Visitor Center\, 665 Grant Street\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14213\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T200000
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SUMMARY:CommuniTree Stewards Training Course
DESCRIPTION:A CommuniTree Steward (CTS) course to train Buffalo area residents to care for juvenile trees is planned by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Erie County (CCE Erie) and area partners. The CTS training will offer a five-part classroom and in-field training taught by experts in the field of arboriculture. In return for the training\, the stewards are asked to volunteer at least 10 hours annually caring for our area’s juvenile street and park trees. The trained stewards are also encouraged to assist their own communities and block clubs in caring for young trees. Register here. Be sure to submit the additional information requested in the registration process.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/communitree-stewards-training-course/2024-04-11/
LOCATION:Roswell Park Community Outreach and Engagement Center\, 907 Michigan St\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14263
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T193443
CREATED:20240308T155349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T155529Z
UID:10000204-1712252700-1712260800@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:CommuniTree Stewards Training Course
DESCRIPTION:A CommuniTree Steward (CTS) course to train Buffalo area residents to care for juvenile trees is planned by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Erie County (CCE Erie) and area partners. The CTS training will offer a five-part classroom and in-field training taught by experts in the field of arboriculture. In return for the training\, the stewards are asked to volunteer at least 10 hours annually caring for our area’s juvenile street and park trees. The trained stewards are also encouraged to assist their own communities and block clubs in caring for young trees. Register here. Be sure to submit the additional information requested in the registration process.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/communitree-stewards-training-course/2024-04-04/
LOCATION:Roswell Park Community Outreach and Engagement Center\, 907 Michigan St\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14263
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T193443
CREATED:20240308T155349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T155529Z
UID:10000203-1711647900-1711656000@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:CommuniTree Stewards Training Course
DESCRIPTION:A CommuniTree Steward (CTS) course to train Buffalo area residents to care for juvenile trees is planned by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Erie County (CCE Erie) and area partners. The CTS training will offer a five-part classroom and in-field training taught by experts in the field of arboriculture. In return for the training\, the stewards are asked to volunteer at least 10 hours annually caring for our area’s juvenile street and park trees. The trained stewards are also encouraged to assist their own communities and block clubs in caring for young trees. Register here. Be sure to submit the additional information requested in the registration process.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/communitree-stewards-training-course/2024-03-28/
LOCATION:Roswell Park Community Outreach and Engagement Center\, 907 Michigan St\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14263
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T193443
CREATED:20231116T171105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T171108Z
UID:10000169-1711537200-1711540800@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:IS Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:Each month\, the NYS PRISM Network hosts the New York Statewide Invasive Speaker Series. The webinars are from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm and include a different guest speaker each month. \nInstructions on joining will be sent through the WNY PRISM listserv prior to the event. \nFor more information and to see an updated schedule of topics and presenters\, visit: https://www.nyisri.org/resources/webinars-recorded-talks/
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/is-speaker-series-2024/2024-03-27/
LOCATION:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T193443
CREATED:20240308T155349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T155529Z
UID:10000202-1711043100-1711051200@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:CommuniTree Stewards Training Course
DESCRIPTION:A CommuniTree Steward (CTS) course to train Buffalo area residents to care for juvenile trees is planned by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Erie County (CCE Erie) and area partners. The CTS training will offer a five-part classroom and in-field training taught by experts in the field of arboriculture. In return for the training\, the stewards are asked to volunteer at least 10 hours annually caring for our area’s juvenile street and park trees. The trained stewards are also encouraged to assist their own communities and block clubs in caring for young trees. Register here. Be sure to submit the additional information requested in the registration process.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/communitree-stewards-training-course/2024-03-21/
LOCATION:Roswell Park Community Outreach and Engagement Center\, 907 Michigan St\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14263
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240315T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240315T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T193443
CREATED:20240308T160219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T160251Z
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SUMMARY:Erie County Parks Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Training
DESCRIPTION:Hemlocks are the fourth most common tree in NYS\, and the hemlock woolly adelgid\, or HWA\, is an invasive species that is infesting our hemlocks in New York\, including in the Erie County Parks\, and can cause mortality in as few as five years following infestation. \nErie County Parks needs your help to understand the extents and levels of HWA in the Parks to be able to prioritize treatment. HWA Hunters is a program by the NYS Hemlock Initiative through Cornell University to survey and report infestations of HWA. Please join us for these upcoming free training programs at the Parks\, and help to save these vitally important trees to the ecosystems in our region! \n Please join a FREE training on one of the following dates. \n\nEmery Park : March 8th 4:30- 6pm\nSprague Brook Park : March 14th 4:30- 6pm\nChestnut Ridge Park : March 15th 4:30- 6pm\n\n Pre registration encouraged. Registration is at https://www3.erie.gov/parks/events.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/erie-county-parks-hemlock-woolly-adelgid-trainings/2024-03-15/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T193443
CREATED:20240308T155349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T155529Z
UID:10000201-1710438300-1710446400@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:CommuniTree Stewards Training Course
DESCRIPTION:A CommuniTree Steward (CTS) course to train Buffalo area residents to care for juvenile trees is planned by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Erie County (CCE Erie) and area partners. The CTS training will offer a five-part classroom and in-field training taught by experts in the field of arboriculture. In return for the training\, the stewards are asked to volunteer at least 10 hours annually caring for our area’s juvenile street and park trees. The trained stewards are also encouraged to assist their own communities and block clubs in caring for young trees. Register here. Be sure to submit the additional information requested in the registration process.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/communitree-stewards-training-course/2024-03-14/
LOCATION:Roswell Park Community Outreach and Engagement Center\, 907 Michigan St\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14263
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T193443
CREATED:20240308T160219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T160251Z
UID:10000207-1710433800-1710439200@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:Erie County Parks Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Training
DESCRIPTION:Hemlocks are the fourth most common tree in NYS\, and the hemlock woolly adelgid\, or HWA\, is an invasive species that is infesting our hemlocks in New York\, including in the Erie County Parks\, and can cause mortality in as few as five years following infestation. \nErie County Parks needs your help to understand the extents and levels of HWA in the Parks to be able to prioritize treatment. HWA Hunters is a program by the NYS Hemlock Initiative through Cornell University to survey and report infestations of HWA. Please join us for these upcoming free training programs at the Parks\, and help to save these vitally important trees to the ecosystems in our region! \n Please join a FREE training on one of the following dates. \n\nEmery Park : March 8th 4:30- 6pm\nSprague Brook Park : March 14th 4:30- 6pm\nChestnut Ridge Park : March 15th 4:30- 6pm\n\n Pre registration encouraged. Registration is at https://www3.erie.gov/parks/events.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/erie-county-parks-hemlock-woolly-adelgid-trainings/2024-03-14/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240317T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T193443
CREATED:20231218T180215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T165313Z
UID:10000185-1710410400-1710694800@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:Plantasia
DESCRIPTION:Plantasia 2024 will take place Thursday\, March 14 – Sunday\, March 17. Landscapers will display their garden creativity with the 2024 theme of Cultivation of Color! \n\n\n\nWhat to expect at this year’s show: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBlooming gardens created by WNY’s finest landscapers.\nOver 100 vendors offering plants\, seeds\, bulbs\, garden decor\, outdoor furniture\, lighting and everything else you need to create your own perfect outdoor living experience.\nChildren’s Garden hosted by Penn Dixie Fossil Park & Nature Reserve.\nEducational seminars presented every day.  Bring your questions and ask the garden experts.\nDaily entertainment for the whole family\n\nFor more information: https://plantasiany.com/.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/plantasia/
LOCATION:Fairgrounds Event Center and Artisan Hall\, 5820 South Park Avenue\, Hamburg\, NY\, 14074\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T193443
CREATED:20240209T144638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T184450Z
UID:10000193-1710320400-1710331200@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:Management Workshop for Lawncare and Landscape Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Join WNY PRISM for a free workshop targeting lawncare and landscape professionals! The workshop will focus on some of the most common invasive species removal requests that WNY PRISM receives from homeowners. We will cover how to effectively treat invasive species such as knotweed\, common buckthorn\, Phragmites\, lesser celandine\, and more. We will also touch on NYS Regulations Part 575: Regulated and Prohibited Invasive Species as they relate to your management activities. The workshop will be held in the Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center. \n\nThe workshop will be limited to 12 participants. Registration is required by March 11\, 2024. Please register at: .
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/management-workshop-for-professionals/
LOCATION:Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve\, 93 Honorine Dr\, Depew\, NY\, 14043\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="WNY PRISM":MAILTO:wnyprism@buffalostate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240311T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T193443
CREATED:20231207T171130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T171130Z
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SUMMARY:2024 National Forum on Biological Control
DESCRIPTION:The USDA Forest Service is organizing a National Forum on Biological Control in partnership with NAISMA and the National Association of State Foresters. The meeting will focus on both weed and arthropod biocontrol and will be a venue for all biocontrol practitioners\, researchers\, and policy makers to come together to address the shared challenges (Ex.\, communication\, capacity\, changing landscapes) and opportunities that exist in this area. The meeting themes are centered around biocontrol research\, management\, and impacts in natural areas. \nKeynote Speakers:\nDr. Mark Hoddle\nStas Burgiel \nCall for Posters:\nAbstracts for the conference are due January 9th by 11:59 p.m. Eastern time. Poster Guidelines \nMeet & Greet Cocktail hour will occur on Monday\, March 11. The main conference program starts Tuesday\, March 12 and concludes at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday\, March 14. \nRegistration Rates\nEarly Bird Registration (through January 15\, 2024)  \nProfessional Full Conference –  $375\nNAISMA members $350\nStudent Full Conference –  $225 \nLate Registration (starts January 16\, 2024)\nProfessional Full Conference – $450\nNAISMA members $425\nStudent Full – $275 \nLearn more and register here.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/2024-national-forum-on-biological-control/
LOCATION:Graduate Hotel\, 126 West Street\, Annapolis\, NY\, 21401\, United States
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UID:10000206-1709915400-1709920800@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:Erie County Parks Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Training
DESCRIPTION:Hemlocks are the fourth most common tree in NYS\, and the hemlock woolly adelgid\, or HWA\, is an invasive species that is infesting our hemlocks in New York\, including in the Erie County Parks\, and can cause mortality in as few as five years following infestation. \nErie County Parks needs your help to understand the extents and levels of HWA in the Parks to be able to prioritize treatment. HWA Hunters is a program by the NYS Hemlock Initiative through Cornell University to survey and report infestations of HWA. Please join us for these upcoming free training programs at the Parks\, and help to save these vitally important trees to the ecosystems in our region! \n Please join a FREE training on one of the following dates. \n\nEmery Park : March 8th 4:30- 6pm\nSprague Brook Park : March 14th 4:30- 6pm\nChestnut Ridge Park : March 15th 4:30- 6pm\n\n Pre registration encouraged. Registration is at https://www3.erie.gov/parks/events.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/erie-county-parks-hemlock-woolly-adelgid-trainings/2024-03-08/
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UID:10000194-1709370000-1709391600@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:31st Annual Rural Landowner Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Cornell Cooperative Extension will be sponsoring the 31st Annual Rural Landowner Workshop. The program will begin at 9:00 AM and end at 3:00 PM. Following the opening session there will be 3 concurrent sessions with multiple classes per session to choose from. \nThe Rural Landowner Workshop is a regional program involving several agencies that provide educational information and outreach to landowners. Presenters are brought in from both private and public sectors to provide participants with up-to-date information. \nFor a full listing of session descriptions click here. Pre-registered required\, early bird discount $35 if registered by February 16th. \nPre-registration is requested by February 16th; $10 late fee required to sign up after the 16th. Click here for pre- registration form.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/31st-annual-rural-landowner-workshop/
LOCATION:Pioneer Central School\, 12145 County Line Road\, Yorkshire\, NY\, 14173\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Cornell Cooperative Extension - Allegany County":MAILTO:allegany@cornell.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240301T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240301T150000
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UID:10000198-1709301600-1709305200@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:NISAW Webinar: Protecting North American Biodiversity from Invasive Species
DESCRIPTION:Case Study #1 – The Selective Management of Invasive Aquatic Plants presented by Dr. Mark Heilman \nCase Study #2 – Long Island rare species and invasives management presented by Abby Marino \nLearn more and register here: https://naisma.org/event/nisaw-webinar-protecting-north-american-biodiversity-from-invasive-species/. \n 
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/nisaw-webinar-protecting-north-american-biodiversity-from-invasive-species/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T150000
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UID:10000197-1709215200-1709218800@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:NISAW Webinar: Opportunities and Challenges for Preventing the Next Plant Invasion
DESCRIPTION: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 returns on investment in prevention and eradication far outweigh those for containment and maintenance control management strategies\, but investment in prevention is still much less than what is spent on management. Weed risk assessment is a method to preemptively screen species before they are introduced to a new area (or as early as possible). It is based on the idea that species traits can be used to predict the success (or failure) of a species at passing through the stages of invasion and spread. In this presentation\, we will discuss different approaches to risk assessment\, how results are applied\, some of the benefits and costs of this process\, and the future of risk assessment to prevent continued plant invasions. \nREGISTER HERE \nThis presentation is hosted by CAST in partnership with NAISMA.\n \nPresented by Deah Lieurance\, Assistant Professor of Invasive Species Biology and Management at Penn State University\, and Theresa Culley\, Professor of Plant Ecology and past Head of the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Cincinnati \n  \n 
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/nisaw-webinar-opportunities-and-challenges-for-preventing-the-next-plant-invasion/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T150000
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UID:10000196-1709128800-1709132400@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:NISAW Webinar: The Federal Interagency Committee on the Management of Noxious and Exotic Weeds
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nREGISTER HERE\n\nAgenda: \n\nWelcome and introduction to FICMNEW presented by Seth Flanigan\, Bureau of Land Management and Co-Chair of FICMNEW\nBrief history of FICMNEW efforts presented by Vijay Nandula\, National Institute of Food and Agriculture\n2023 highlights presented by Paul Heimowitz\, U.S. Geological Survey\nUpcoming plans presented by Vijay Nandula – NIFA\nFuture needs discussion presented by Terri Hogan\, National Park Service\nWrap-up/Involvement opportunities presented by Chris Taliga\, Natural Resources Conservation Service and co-chair of FICMNEW\n\n 
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/nisaw-webinar-the-federal-interagency-committee-on-the-management-of-noxious-and-exotic-weeds/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T193443
CREATED:20231116T171105Z
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UID:10000168-1709118000-1709121600@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:IS Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:Each month\, the NYS PRISM Network hosts the New York Statewide Invasive Speaker Series. The webinars are from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm and include a different guest speaker each month. \nInstructions on joining will be sent through the WNY PRISM listserv prior to the event. \nFor more information and to see an updated schedule of topics and presenters\, visit: https://www.nyisri.org/resources/webinars-recorded-talks/
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/is-speaker-series-2024/2024-02-28/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T153000
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UID:10000181-1709040600-1709047800@www.wnyprism.org
SUMMARY:NISAW Webinar: The Invasive Species Language Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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 public. \nDay 1 (February 27) will feature a 2-hour NISAW webinar on communications issues in invasion biology\, including inclusive language\, effective use of metaphor\, changes to species names\, and more. These hybrid presentations will be available to watch online for free\, and virtual attendees will be able to send in questions for discussion. Register here: https://naisma.org/event/nisaw-webinar-the-invasive-species-language-workshop/2024-02-27/. \nDay 2 (February 28)\, held in-person in Washington\, DC\, will feature in-depth discussion to develop research topics and interventions to improve communication strategies in invasion biology\, including the process for changing species names\, harmonizing communications strategies across agencies and research groups\, tailoring messaging to different stakeholder groups\, and more. Attendance for this portion is limited: reach out to Tim Campbell (tim.campbell@wisc.edu) if interested in participating in person.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/nisaw-webinar-the-invasive-species-language-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual
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