New York Invasive Species Research Institute

Invasive Plant Symposium- North Central Weed Science Society
2015-12-09 - 2015-12-10 | Hyatt Regency Indianapolis Hotel, 1 S Capitol Ave , Indianapolis, IN, 16201, United States
From the North Central Weed Science Society:
This two day event will have a host of excellent plenary speakers as well as concurrent sessions totaling over 40 talks. See below and attached agenda for details, but we have assembled a great mix of talks that includes research updates on control, impacts to the ecosystem, how land managers/companies are implementing control as well as outreach efforts.
Registration is available online at the NCWSS meeting website (http://ncwss.org/register-invasive-plants-symposium/) or if by mail by downloading and sending in a paper form (http://ncwss.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/2015-Preregistration-Form-MIPN.pdf). If interested you can register for the two day symposium ($150) or just one day ($100). Students have a discounted registration of $50 for the event. PLEASE REGISTER BY November 12th as prices increase by $50 after this date.
Plenary speakers
o Sara Kuebbing (Yale University) will discuss “Managing co-invaded forest ecosystems: lessons from research on co-occurring invasive plants” on Wednesday December 9th.
o Basil Iannone (Purdue University) will summarize the “Patterns and drivers of forest plant invasions revealed from FIA data” on Wednesday December 9th.
o Mike Jenkins (Purdue University) will discuss “When good plants go bad; mechanisms and effects of invasion.” On Thursday December 10th.
Concurrent sessions will include a mixture of research, management, and outreach presentations within these sessions.
Control sessions
o Bush Honeysuckle Control (developing a plan, management in Missouri, aerial control, basal bark applications, mechanical methods)
o Woody Invasive Species Control (Callery pear, prescribe fire, tree of heaven)
o Invasive Plant Management in Grasslands (Canada thistle, Johnsongrass, old-word bluestem, fen restoration)
o Herbaceous Invasive Plant Management (purple loosestrife, Japanese knotweed, Japanese chaff-flower)
Biology/ecology sessions
o Prairie restoration (resisting invasion, impact of invasives on establishment, use of herbicides to assist establishment, working with industry to register products for use)
o Invasive Issues in Forests/Woodlands (Lessons learned from forest owners, conserving urban woodlands, garlic mustard biocontrol)
o Biotic Interactions with Invasive Species (deer, soil effects, food web)
Outreach/CWMA/Extension sessions
o Invasives in urban areas (invsiave in cities, importance of ornamental cultivars, MIPN landscape alternatives)
o Using technology (mapping with EddMaps/GLEDN, IPC-Connect to link management information to observations, Collector App, an advanced option)
o CWMA talks/updates

Transportation Research Board Webinar: Economic and Ecological Effects of Roadside Mowing
2015-12-08 02:00 - 15:30 UTC
For more information and to register, visit the Transportation Research Board event page.

Emerald Ash Borer & Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Talk
2015-12-07 18:30 - 20:30 UTC | CCE Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca, NY, 14850, United States
From CCE Tompkins County: “The hemlock woolly adelgid is already here, and emerald ash borer is on its way. Mark Whitmore, Cornell Natural Resources Extension Associate, will bring us up to date on these invasive insects, what to look for, what to do and when, and progress on control measures. Pre-registration required.”

Fall 2015 Watercraft Inspection Webinar
2015-11-20 09:00 - 10:30 UTC
From the New York Sea Grant Fall 2015 Watercraft Inspection Steward Program Webinar Series:
–What Anglers and Boaters Know & Still Need to Hear About Aquatic Invasive Species with Nancy Connelly, Cornell University Natural Resources Department
–Watercraft Inspection Legislation and Regulations: A Facilitated Discussion with David G. White, New York Sea Grant Extension.
Registration for webinars is required and can be found at: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/WatercraftInspection_112

Challenges to the Catskills Forests: Understanding Issues, Moving Towards Solutions
2015-11-13 09:30 - 15:30 UTC | Windham Mountain, 19 Resort Drive, Windham, NY, 12496, United States
From CCE Colombia & Greene: “Our regional trees and forests are being impacted by invasive insect pests, overwhelmed by competing ground vegetation, and eaten by deer! Why should we care? Trees and forests clean our water and air, sequester carbon, support wildlife, provide local energy and valuable wood resources, plus provide places to recreate and relax. Come hear about these topics, have discussions on how we can find solutions and learn about valuable resources to help deal with these issues. This program is for anyone who cares about trees and forests including municipal officials, forest landowners, resource managers, foresters, loggers, and agencies and organizations working on these topics. Credits will be available for planning board members, SAF foresters and TLC loggers.”

Fall 2015 Watercraft Inspection Webinar
2015-11-12 09:00 - 10:30 UTC
From the New York Sea Grant Fall 2015 Watercraft Inspection Steward Program Webinar Series:
Current Watercraft Inspection Program Models: Staffing Structures & Funding Mechanisms Panel:
Adirondack Region: Eric Holmlund, Paul Smith’s Watershed Steward Program
Conesus Lake: Louie Bo Freeman, Livingston Cornell Cooperative Extension
Lake George: Dave Wick, Lake George Park Commission
New York State Parks: Patty Wakefield and Megan Phillips, NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
Registration for webinars is required and can be found at: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/WatercraftInspection_112

Invasive Species Summit: Challenges, Strategies, and Perspectives
2015-11-06 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | Ross Hall at the New York Botanical Garden, 2900 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY, 10458, United States
From The New York Botanical Garden: “Invasive species are a major threat to biodiversity worldwide and are severely impacting our regional ecosystems. This Summit addresses the impacts of invasive species from a global to regional level: what is being done to manage them, how restoring ecosystems can help, and implications for the future. The morning plenary session features prominent speakers in the fields of invasion biology, restoration ecology, and not-for-profit land management. Afternoon concurrent sessions (registered separately) consist of short talks followed by moderated discussions.”
This event is co-presented with Lower Hudson PRISM. For more information, visit NYBG’s webpage.

Fall 2015 Watercraft Inspection Webinar
2015-11-05 09:00 - 10:30 UTC
From the New York Sea Grant Fall 2015 Watercraft Inspection Steward Program Webinar Series:
–How to Start a Watercraft Inspection Program with Brittney Rogers, New York Sea Grant Extension
–Standardized Watercraft Inspection Data Collection with Eric Holmlund, Paul Smith’s Adirondack Watershed Institute Stewardship Program
Registration for webinars is required and can be found at: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/WatercraftInspection_112

CCE Ag & Food Systems In-service: Invasive Species Track
2015-11-03 - 2015-11-05 | Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, 14853
For details and to register, visit the CCE 2015 Agriculture & Food Systems Inservice page and select the Invasive Species Track.

Fall 2015 Watercraft Inspection Webinar
2015-10-29 09:30 - 10:30 UTC
From the New York Sea Grant Fall 2015 Watercraft Inspection Steward Program Webinar Series:
Identification, Impact, Prevention & Control of Aquatic Invasive Species with Megan Pistolese, St. Lawrence Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management
Registration for webinars is required and can be found at: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/WatercraftInspection_112

Hemlock Woolly Adelgid: A Hard Nut to Crack Webinar
2015-10-28 12:00 - 13:00 UTC
From the Northeastern States Research Cooperative:

“Eastern hemlock is a valued component of New England’s forest, annually adding about $100 million to the economy in New York and New England. Thirty-seven percent of eastern hemlock is found in New England. Hemlock contributes significantly to the biodiversity of the Northern Forest, playing a key role in erosion control along streams, and providing food, shelter, and shade for a wide variety of wildlife and fish. Hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA) is an exotic invasive insect pest that is ravaging hemlock forests along most of the eastern seaboard and continues to expand its distribution, threatening the entire range of eastern hemlock. In 2008, a significant natural decline in HWA populations in New Hampshire was observed by state foresters. HWA in these areas showed signs of infection, from which fungi were isolated. Through morphological and molecular analyses, NSRC researchers confirmed that the fungus was Myriangium sp., an entomopathogen of scale insects they had found in past field studies. This project investigated the dynamics of this fungal-induced widespread disease of HWA, suggesting ways to exploit this natural agent for sustained HWA management in the Northern Forest.”

Register here for the webinar.

Sixth Annual Northern Great Lakes Invasive Species Conference
2015-10-21 - 2015-10-22 | University Center at Northern Michigan University, 1401 Presque Isle Ave, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
For more information on the agenda, workshops, and registration, view the conference registration package.

Environmental Law Institute Webinar- Non-native Wildlife Disease: Prevention, Rapid Response, and Containment
2015-10-15 13:00 - 15:00 UTC
For more information and to register, see the Environmental Law Institute event page.

EAB Death Curve: The Science Behind Ash Treatment & Mortality
2015-10-14 08:00 - 16:00 UTC | Woodside Lodge – Black Creek Park, 3835 Union Street , North Chili, NY, 14514, United States
From NYS DEC: “This workshop includes a lecture portion focusing on recent research on treatment options and application methods for EAB, as well as the aftermath of EAB and how to move forward. In addition to the lecture, the workshop also features an outdoor session to learn to identify ash trees, symptoms of an infestation, and 3 model insecticide application methods.”
For more information on topics, speakers, and registration, view the flyer here. Early registration deadline October 5, 2015.

20th Annual Pine Barrens Research Forum
2015-10-01 - 2015-10-02
View the event flyer. To register, contact carol.sholl@scwa.com or call the Pine Barrens Commission office at (631) 288-1079.

Native Plant Summit: Current Status, Conservation, and Outlook for Plants of the Northeast
2015-09-18 09:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | The New York Botanical Garden, Ross Hall, Bronx, NY, 10458, United States
From The New York Botanical Garden:
“The northeastern U.S. hosts a rich diversity of native plants, many of which play essential roles for humans and the environment. Alarmingly, a significant number of these species are experiencing a precipitous decline. Many are imperiled as a result, including one-quarter of species native to New York State. Despite these figures, no comprehensive or integrated program exists to study trends across the region. Through a series of compelling presentations, followed by a panel discussion, this Summit will address the gaps in our knowledge by bringing together experts to present and discuss the state of the area’s plant species, plot the best course forward, and highlight ways in which everyone can make a difference for native plants in the Northeast.”
For topics and speakers, and to register, visit NYBG’s webpage.

Native Plant Alternatives Webinar- Dr. Don Leopold
2015-07-14 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
In honor of the 2nd Annual New York Invasive Species Awareness Week, the New York Invasive Species Research Institute is hosting a webinar by Dr. Donald J. Leopold of SUNY-ESF.
“Native plant alternatives to Norway maple, burning bush, barberries, and other invasive plant species.”

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New York Invasive Species Awareness Week
2015-07-12 - 2015-07-18
Organizations, agencies, and groups from across New York are teaming up to make New York’s first Invasive Species Awareness Week a success. Everyone is encouraged to attend and learn more about invasive species. During ISAW, you can volunteer to help remove invasive species, get out on the trails or on the water to see invasive species firsthand, attend presentations to learn more about what you can to do help fight these threats, and much more.

LIISMA iMap Invasives Training
2015-06-10 10:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge, 340 Smith Road, Shirley , NY, 11967, United States
For workshop details and to register, please visit the iMap Invasives site.

APIPP iMap Invasives Training
2015-05-28 10:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Intervale Lowlands, Lake Placid, NY, United States
For workshop details and to register, please visit the iMap Invasives site.
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SLELO iMap Invasives Training
2015-05-20 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Jefferson County CCE Office, 203 North Hamilton Street, Watertown, NY, 13601, United States

Lower Hudson iMap Invasives Training
2015-05-18 10:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Dutchess County CCE Office, 2715 U.S. 44, Millbrook, NY, 12545, United States

Capital-Mohawk iMap Invasives Training
2015-05-07 10:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Hudson Valley Community College- Bulmer Telecommunications Center Meeting Room, 80 Vandenburgh Avenue, Troy, NY, 12180, United States

CRISP iMap Invasives Training
2015-05-05 10:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Ashokan Center, 477 Beaverkill Road, Olivebridge, NY, 12461, United States

New York Botanical Garden Emerald Ash Borer Seminar
2015-04-10 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Ross Hall at the New York Botanical Garden, 2900 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY, 10458, United States
Featuring Jonathan Rosenthal from the Ecological Research Institute presenting:
“Emerald Ash Borer Invasion: History, Consequences, and Possible Responses”
Hosted by Brian Boom, the presentation will begin promptly at 11:00 a.m. and conclude at 12:00 p.m., followed by light refreshments in the Ross Gallery.

Buffalo State Biology Seminar
2015-04-07 12:15 - 13:30 (America/New_York)
Please join the SUNY Buffalo State Biology Department for the seminar “Is resistance to biological invasion futile in the world’s anthropogenic ecosystems?,” presented by Dr. Andrew MacDougall, Associate Professor, Department of Integrative Biology, University of Guelph

Special Seminar on Invasive Plants
2015-03-18 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, 14853
Join us for a talk by Stephen Young, director of the Northeastern Integrated Pest Management Center on “Ecosystem Impacts and Human Ecology of Invasive Plants”
