New York Invasive Species Research Institute

Hemlock Woolly Adelgid: A Hard Nut to Crack Webinar
2015-10-28 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | NY
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.”

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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 | NY
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 | NY
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) | NY
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 | NY
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.
Find directions here.

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) | NY
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”
