Small Ants, Big Impacts: Managing Invasive Ant Species in North America Invasive ants are spreading into new regions, disrupting ecosystems, impacting agriculture, and creating challenges for land managers and communities. From aggressive supercolonies to painful stings, these small invaders can have outsized ecological and economic consequences. Join NAISMA for a webinar exploring the impacts and […]
Join the Grand Island Nature Alliance (GINA) and the Citizen Coalition for Wildlife and Environment (CCWE) on Saturday, May 16 from 10:00 AM–2:00 PM for a Native Plant Sale and Education Event at the Alt Nature Center (2489 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island). This collaborative event brings together regional native plant nurseries, educational resources, and presentations focused on […]
Each month, the NYS PRISM Network hosts the New York Statewide Invasive Speaker Series, which includes a different guest speaker each month. Instructions on joining are sent through the WNY PRISM listserv prior to the event.
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 we can all help protect the natural spaces around us. Drop in for one or come along for the full series! Our first Walk and […]
Do you enjoy hiking in western New York? Join WNY PRISM's Trail Survey Program and help map invasive species while spending time outdoors. Your observations will contribute to regional data that supports invasive species management and the protection of native ecosystems. This training includes both classroom and field components: Indoor session: Learn to identify key invasive […]
Learn about the invasive plant species of western New York and how to identify them, followed by a walk to test your skills! Anyone who is interested can sign up on Eventbrite or call the Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center at 716-683-5959. The event is family friendly.
The 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! Organizations across all of New York State are offering a variety of engaging events, such as interpretive […]
After attending WNY PRISM's Trail Survey Training at Letchworth State Park — or if you joined one of our previous year’s training — we invite you to take the next step during New York Invasive Species Awareness Week by participating in our Trail Survey Challenge! This is your chance to turn your hiking time into meaningful conservation action. […]
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 we can all help protect the natural spaces around us. Drop in for one or come along for the full series! Our second Walk and […]
As part of New York Invasive Species Awareness Week (NYISAW), WNY PRISM is hosting the Trail Survey Challenge all week long and we’re going LIVE on Facebook to show you how easy it is to participate! Join us virtually (perhaps during your lunch break!) as we survey a trail and see what invasive species we […]
Celebrate New York Invasive Species Awareness Week with a casual social gathering! Learn about invasive species, meet local environmental folks, and enjoy drinks and conversation. Connect with fellow community members and discover ways you can help protect WNY's ecosystems. Everyone is welcome — whether you’re an environmental professional, community member, or just curious about the […]
Join this webinar to learn how visitors to parks and other natural spaces can unknowingly transport thousands of viable seeds on their boots – including invasive species – across the landscape, driving significant ecological change. Charlotte Brown, an Ecologist Team Lead at Parks Canada will be presenting results from a pilot study using PlayCleanGo boot […]
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