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SUMMARY:Great Lakes Crayfish Monitoring Workshop
DESCRIPTION:To increase crayfish monitoring capacity across the Great Lakes basin\, Michigan State University and Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant are partnering to offer four full-day workshops designed for natural resource management agencies and conservation professionals located throughout the Great Lakes states. These workshops aim to strengthen regional coordination and improve crayfish identification in both wild populations and the live trade. Workshops will be led by expert aquatic ecologists and crayfish professionals.  \nParticipants will learn how to identify high-priority crayfish species through hands-on activities\, crayfish introduction pathways and regulations\, state-specific reporting lines and rapid response efforts\, and common crayfish sampling techniques\, with the option to practice in the field at a nearby waterbody. \nWorkshop Dates & Locations: \nFriday\, September 5 (Buffalo\, NY) – in partnership with WNY PRISM and the Great Lakes Center\nBuffalo State Great Lakes Center Field Station\, 196 Porter Avenue\, Buffalo\, NY 14201 – 25 spots \nWednesday\, October 1 (St. Charles\, IL)\nCreek Bend Nature Center\, 37W700 Dean St\, Saint Charles\, IL 60175 – 35 spots \nThursday\, October 2 (Jackson\, MI)\nCascades Manor\, 1970 Kibby Rd\, Jackson\, MI 49203 – 35 spots \nTuesday\, October 7 (Lanesboro\, MN)\nEagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center\, 28097 Goodview Dr\, Lanesboro\, MN 55949 – 35 spots \nCost: Free–Lunch and refreshments will be provided. \nRegistration Deadline: Two weeks before each workshop date. \nOpen to Great Lakes natural resource agency staff and conservation professionals. \nWhat to bring: Please bring a laptop\, notebook\, and water. If you plan on participating in the optional crayfish sampling\, please dress for the weather and bring your own waders/knee boots/shoes you don’t mind getting wet.  \nREGISTER TODAY! https://forms.gle/oFdmKnSuWHQzbZfEA \nMichigan State University Extension and Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant provide programs that are open to all without regard to race\, color\, national origin\, gender\, gender identity\, religion\, age\, height\, weight\, disability\, political beliefs\, sexual orientation\, marital status\, family status\, or veteran status. If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in programming\, please contact Natalia Szklaruk at szklaruk@illinois.edu or by phone at 217-265-4021.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/great-lakes-crayfish-monitoring-workshops/
LOCATION:Buffalo State Great Lakes Center Field Station\, 196 Porter Avenue\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201
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SUMMARY:Antique & Classic Boat Show
DESCRIPTION:Shuffle Off To Buffalo for the 46th Annual Antique & Classic Boat Show – Show is open to the public between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm on Saturday\, September 6th with kid’s activities\, antique & classic cars\, vendors\, field of dreams and lots to eat and drink! \nBoats built on the Niagara Frontier will be highlighted and we will be celebrating the 200th Anniversary of the Erie Canal. \nThe Seneca Chief\, which is a replica canal packet boat that was constructed by The Buffalo Maritime Center\, will be on display for tours before making its journey down the Erie Canal to New York City later in the month.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/46th-annual-antique-classic-boat-show/
LOCATION:Buffalo Launch Club\, 503 E River Rd\, Grand Island\, New York\, 14072
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T132331Z
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SUMMARY:Identifying Invasive Plants: What to Look For
DESCRIPTION:Gardeners keep a close eye on weeds trying to decide if they are seeing a common weed or an invasive species. Learn how to recognize and identify invasive plants such as garlic mustard\, lesser celandine\, mugwort\, and common buckthorn in your garden and some management strategies. \nThis event is part of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Erie County’s Master Gardener Fall Gardening Classes. \nRegistration is required at: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/2025_FallGardeningClasses-2_214
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/identifying-invasive-plants-what-to-look-for/
LOCATION:East Aurora Senior Center\, 101 King Street\, East Aurora\, NY\, 14052\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T193000
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SUMMARY:Ecological Renovation Tour
DESCRIPTION:Tifft Nature Preserve provides guests with an immersion in nature. Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of how this is made possible through unique and innovative ecological renovation projects. We will explore projects along the trails\, such as diverse native plantings\, invasive species removal\, and the preservation of our woodland and wetland habitats. \nAges 18+ \nSpace is limited. Advance Registration required. \nClick here to learn more and purchase tickets.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/ecological-renovation-tour/
LOCATION:Tifft Nature Preserve\, 1200 Fuhrmann Boulevard\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T140000
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SUMMARY:Local Environmental Awareness Fair 
DESCRIPTION:This annual fair is sponsored by the Town of Boston Conservation Advisory Council and highlights the many organizations and resources available to our greater community that provide education\, services\, or products related to conservation\, wildlife\, agriculture\, the environment\, or the outdoors. There will be activities\, demonstrations and fun for the whole family! Stop by WNY PRISM’s table to learn about invasive species! Click here to learn more.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/local-environmental-awareness-fair/
LOCATION:Boston Town Park\, 8500 Boston State Road\, Boston\, New York\, 14025
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SUMMARY:2025 New York State Invasive Species Expo
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2025 NYS Invasive Species Expo! This is a unique conference focusing on invasive species\, and will combine classic presentations and creative use of outdoor space to appeal to a wide range of attendees. The Expo will be hosted within the unique\, historic architecture of beautiful Saratoga Spa State Park and will be open to the public with no cost for general attendance. The Expo will be an immersive\, hands-on experience featuring: \n\n\n\n\n\nUnique presentations\nInteractive demonstrations\nHands-on workshops\nSmall-group discussions\nField trips & outdoor activities\n\n\n\n\n\nSunday\, September 14th is the Expo’s Community Conservation Day\, next to the Spa City Farmer’s Market! Join us to learn about the work that local organizations are doing to protect New York’s lands and waters. You can meet local conservation experts\, participate in hands-on workshops\, and even play games to win prizes! No registration is required to attend Community Conservation Day. \nMonday\, September 15th\, and Tuesday\, September 16th are the Expo Professional Days\, where invasive species professionals and interested members of the public can register for presentations\, workshops\, field trips\, and more. \n\n\nClick here to learn more and register!
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/2025-new-york-state-invasive-species-expo/
LOCATION:Saratoga Spa State Park\, 19 Roosevelt Drive\, NY\, 12866\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T100000
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SUMMARY:Reinstein Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the premier festival that celebrates all things nature and environment in WNY! Crafts for kids\, live animals\, hands-on activities\, food\, and more! No registration required. \nActivities include:  \n\nExplore the Lily Pond  \nWin a prize with the Kid’s Scavenger Hunt\nVisit our Rescue Turtles  \nMake a Nature Journal and nature crafts\nPitch a tent- as fast as you can! \nTest your birding skills at the Spotting Scope Station\nTest your outdoor know-how at the Leave No Trace Station\nEnjoy fun activities with partner organizations including hoverball archery\, fossil “digging\,” and more!\n\nWalks and talks will be scheduled throughout the day\, including a drone demonstration by DEC Environmental Conservation Officers.  \nThe NFTA Parks Adventure Bus is offering free transportation from the main terminal in Buffalo to the festival. Visit the NFTA website for more details. \nLearn more at https://reinsteinwoods.org/events/25th-annual-fall-festival/. 
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/reinstein-fall-festival-2/
LOCATION:Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve\, 93 Honorine Dr\, Depew\, NY\, 14043\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T180000
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SUMMARY:Growing the Canopy
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this celebration of native plants and WNY ecosystems! \nGrowing the Canopy is a great way to get involved\, excited and network with members of the ecological and conservation community in western New York! This family friendly event will include live demonstrations\, speakers\, non profits\, native plant nurseries\, speakers\, eco-friendly vendors and artisans\, food trucks\, live music\, raffles\, and much\, much\, MORE!  \nLearn more here!
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/growing-the-canopy/
LOCATION:Island Park\, 5565 Main Street\, Williamsville\, NY\, 14221
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T110000
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SUMMARY:New York Statewide Invasive Species Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/new-york-statewide-invasive-species-speaker-series/2025-09-24/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T190000
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SUMMARY:Erie Canal Bicentennial Voyage
DESCRIPTION:On the morning of Wednesday\, September 24\, 2025\, Buffalo Maritime Center’s replica of the Erie Canal Boat Seneca Chief will embark on its Bicentennial Voyage\, commemorating Governor DeWitt Clinton’s historic 1825 journey from Buffalo to New York Harbor. A Buffalo Maritime Center crew\, comprised of staff and volunteers\, will navigate the 33-day voyage\, departing from Buffalo’s Commercial Slip – the western terminus of the Erie Canal – and traveling to Pier 26 in New York City. \nAlong the way\, the boat will dock at 28 ports (including the Medina Canal Basin on September 25!) along the Erie Canal and Hudson River before reaching New York City for the official commemoration of the canal’s opening – 200 years after Governor Clinton’s inaugural trip. This historic journey invites Buffalo and communities across New York State to honor the past while envisioning the future. \nFor a comprehensive look at the Bicentennial Voyage\, click here to download the official BMC Bicentennial Voyage Guidebook.
URL:https://www.wnyprism.org/event/2025-erie-canal-bicentennial-voyage/
LOCATION:Medina Canal Basin\, 1 Canal Basin\, Medina\, NY\, 14103
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T120000
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SUMMARY:WNY PRISM 2025 Walk and Talk Series: Moss Lake Preserve
DESCRIPTION:WNY PRISM’s Walk and Talk Series is a great opportunity to get out and enjoy nature while learning about invasive species! Join us for one or all of them! \nOur final Walk and Talk of the series will be held at Moss Lake Preserve on Saturday\, September 27. This event is hosted by WNY PRISM in partnership with The Nature Conservancy.  \nRegistration is greatly appreciated. Please register at https://bit.ly/2025walkandtalks. More 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/wny-prism-2025-walk-and-talk-series-moss-lake-preserve/
LOCATION:Moss Lake Preserve\, 9149 Sand Hill Rd\, Houghton\, New York\, 14744
ORGANIZER;CN="WNY PRISM":MAILTO:wnyprism@buffalostate.edu
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