Save the Woodlands – Controlling Invasive Plants
April 18 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
LIISMA will be joining the Peconic Land Trust for a hands-on stewardship event at Broad Cove!
Join us on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, where we will be working together to protect our local woodlands. This workshop, led by the LIISMA team alongside the Peconic Land Trust stewardship team, is designed to empower you with the skills to identify and manage invasive species in our landscape.
What We’ll Be Doing:
- Identification: Learn how to spot common invasive plants that threaten our local ecosystem.
- Best Practices: Discover the most effective, science-based methods for removal.
- Active Restoration: Get your hands dirty and help us clear invasives from this beautiful site!
Location & Logistics:
- Where: Broad Cove (Overlook Drive, Riverhead).
- Note: For GPS, use “Lighthouse Deli and Catering” at 363 Meeting House Creek Rd, Aquebogue, to find the driveway for the parking lot.
- Cost: Free! However, reservations are required so we can ensure we have enough equipment for everyone.
- What to Bring: Please bring work gloves and a shovel or loppers if you have them. We will provide additional hand tools and refreshments.
- Safety: Tick protection is strongly recommended. This event is rain-cancels and appropriate for ages 15 and up.
Let’s work together to keep Long Island’s woodlands healthy and resilient!