Oh Deer Symposium
2026-08-11 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Oh DEER! Symposium Addressing Challenges, Exploring Solutions

The Oh DEER! Symposium brings together regional experts and community members to address the deer population impact on Long Island. Attendees will examine the ecological and economic complications caused by white-tailed deer.

Featuring Keynote Speaker Dr. Bernd BlosseyProfessor, Department of Natural Resources and the Environment, Cornell University

There will be an afternoon opportunity to explore the use of deer fencing at a Land Alliance preserve.

Topics will include:

Deer impacts on healthy plant communities

Best management practices for deer exclusion

Deer and public health

This gathering provides critical insights for anyone invested in protecting native habitats, including conservation professionals, local officials, and residents who want to understand how to co-exist with regional wildlife.

Who Should Attend:Homeowners, land managers, municipal leaders and anyone interested in addressing deer-related challenges and protecting native plant communities

Where: Long Island Post in Hillwood Commons

Register for the Oh DEER! Symposium Here

Advance registration required. $10 per personFor more information, please contact the Land Alliance at 516-922-1028 or events@northshorelandalliance.org.Event Changes and CancellationsEvents are subject to change so please check their website for updates.
