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SUMMARY:NYSDEC’s Annual Water Chestnut Pulls 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Us to Care for Long Island’s Lakes!\n\n\n\nVolunteer with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) to help manage water chestnut populations and support the vibrant health of our local waterways. Your hands-on support helps protect the natural beauty of Long Island’s lakes\, ensuring they remain wonderful spaces for everyone to enjoy now and in the future. \n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\nWhere: Mill Pond Preserve (Wantagh) and/or Massapequa Lake (Massapequa)\n\n\n\nWhen: [Insert Dates/Times]\n\n\n\nHow to Join: Find the best date and location for your schedule and sign up using the Registration Form.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy Volunteer With Us?\n\n\n\n\nNurture Local Biodiversity: Water chestnuts tend to spread quickly and crowd out native plants. By helping us manage them\, you give native aquatic life the space and resources they need to thrive.\n\n\n\nSupport the Long Island Outdoor Community: Your efforts keep our waters clear and accessible for favorite local traditions\, from peaceful morning fishing to weekend kayaking adventures.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGear & Contact Information\n\n\n\nWe’ve Got You Covered: The DEC will provide chest waders for volunteers working along the shoreline and kayaks for select participants. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Reach out to Carlos Morantes Ariza\, Aquatic Invasive Species Program Coordinator for DEC Region 1 \n\n\n\n\nEmail: carlos.morantes-ariza@dec.ny.gov
URL:https://liisma.org/event/nysdecs-annual-water-chestnut-pulls-2026/
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SUMMARY:Water Chestnut Pull at Massapequa Preserve
DESCRIPTION:New York Invasive Species Awareness Week (NYISAW) partners across the state are joining forces to raise awareness and inspire action. \n\n\n\nGet ready to roll up your sleeves! The Long Island Invasive Management Area (LIISMA) is teaming up with NYSDEC for a Water Chestnut Pull at Massapequa Preserve\, and we want YOU out on the water with us! \n\n\n\nWe’ll be hand‑pulling water chestnut to help protect our freshwater ecosystems\, support native species\, and keep these waterways healthy. It’s hands‑on\, it’s impactful\, and it’s a great way to spend a June morning making a real difference. \n\n\n\nJoin us\, bring a friend\, and be part of the crew taking action for Long Island’s natural spaces. \n\n\n\n9:00 am – 12:30 pm at Massapequa Lake – Merrick Rd\, Massapequa\, NY 11758
URL:https://liisma.org/event/water-chestnut-pull-at-massapequa-preserve/
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SUMMARY:Saving the Sagebrush Sea: Protecting Washington’s Sagebrush Biome from Noxious Weeds - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:How one idea to protect the fragile shrub-steppe ecosystem from noxious weeds led to a multi-jurisdictional collaboration statewide. Come learn how the Washington Invasive Species Council built numerous partnerships focused on noxious weed prevention. Working closely with the PlayCleanGo campaign\, these efforts led to the installation of more than 50 educational boot brush stations in Washington. \n\n\n\nJan Fore\, Executive Coordinator\, Washington Invasive Species CouncilJan is the Executive Coordinator for the Washington Invasive Species Council. She previously served as a public affairs role working with the National Wildlife Refuge System for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Jan also brings invasive species experience from the opposite corner of the US\, where\, she worked at the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission\, coordinating with multiple agencies\, the public\, and stakeholders to provide invasive species outreach and education. She managed statewide programs including the Exotic Pet Amnesty Program\, Python Patrol\, and the Florida Python Challenge. \n\n\n\nThis webinar is being presented as part of PlayCleanGo Awareness Week\, a collaborative initiative led in partnership with NAISMA\, Invasives Canada\, CONABIO\, and partners across North America to help prevent the spread of invasive species. To learn more\, visit PlayCleanGo.org. 
URL:https://liisma.org/event/saving-the-sagebrush-sea-protecting-washingtons-sagebrush-biome-from-noxious-weeds-virtual/
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