Volunteer to Remove Parrot Feather Plants with North Shore Land Alliance Williams Ridge
2025-06-03 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Volunteer to Remove Parrot Feather Plants from the Pond(In observance of NYISAW – NY Invasive Species Awareness Week)

Tuesday, June 3rd, 10 AMWilliams Ridge Pond, Lattingtown

Led by Carter Rogan, Volunteer Coordinator and Stewardship Associate

For NYISAW, organizations across all of New York State are offering a variety of engaging events, such as interpretive hikes, volunteer days, webinars, movie screenings and fun family activities! By participating in NYISAW, you can help protect your community’s natural spaces by learning about invasive species. Learn more: https://nyis.info/ny-invasive-species-awareness-week/

Advance registration required.This event is free, but advanced registration is required! After you have registered, but before the event, North Shore Land Alliance (NSLA) will email you to confirm your attendance and provide more detailed information. If you are unable to attend, please contact NSLA, as this will help them register those on the waiting list.

Register Here

Event Changes and CancellationsEvents are subject to change so please check NSLA website for updates. Contact the Land Alliance at 516-922-1028 or info@northshorelandalliance.org.

Volunteer to Pull Mile-a-Minute with North Shore Land Alliance at Humes Preserve
2025-06-04 10:00 - 12:00
Volunteer to Remove Mile-a-Minute Vine (In observance of NYISAW – NY Invasive Species Awareness Week)

Wednesday, June 4th, 10 AMHumes Preserve, Mill Neck

Led by Carter Rogan, Volunteer Coordinator and Stewardship Associate

For NYISAW, organizations across all of New York State are offering a variety of engaging events, such as interpretive hikes, volunteer days, webinars, movie screenings and fun family activities! By participating in NYISAW, you can help protect your community’s natural spaces by learning about invasive species. Learn more: https://nyis.info/ny-invasive-species-awareness-week/

Advance registration required.This event is free, but advanced registration is required! After you have registered, but before the event, North Shore Land Alliance (NSLA) will email you to confirm your attendance and provide more detailed information. If you are unable to attend, please contact NSLA, as this will help them register those on the waiting list.

Register Here

Event Changes and CancellationsEvents are subject to change so please check NSLA website for updates. Contact the Land Alliance at 516-922-1028 or info@northshorelandalliance.org.

Volunteer to Pull Mile-a-Minute with North Shore Land Alliance at Cushman Wood Meadow
2025-06-06 14:00 - 16:00
Volunteer to Remove Mile-a-Minute Vine (In observance of NYISAW – NY Invasive Species Awareness Week)

Friday, June 6th, 2 PM Cushman Woods Meadow, Matinecock

Led by Carter Rogan Volunteer Coordinator and Stewardship Associate

For NYISAW, organizations across all of New York State are offering a variety of engaging events, such as interpretive hikes, volunteer days, webinars, movie screenings and fun family activities! By participating in NYISAW, you can help protect your community’s natural spaces by learning about invasive species. Learn more: https://nyis.info/ny-invasive-species-awareness-week/

Advance registration required.This event is free, but advanced registration is required! After you have registered, but before the event, North Shore Land Alliance (NSLA) will email you to confirm your attendance and provide more detailed information. If you are unable to attend, please contact NSLA, as this will help them register those on the waiting list.

Register Here

Event Changes and CancellationsEvents are subject to change so please check NSLA website for updates. Contact the Land Alliance at 516-922-1028 or info@northshorelandalliance.org.

Guided Invasives Walk at West Meadow Beach
2025-06-09 11:00 - 12:00
Join our partners GEI and Town of Brookhaven for a Guided Invasive Walk at West Meadow Beach! Learn about how invasive species impact local ecosystems, identify various invasive plants, and engage in discussions about conservation. This event is perfect for nature enthusiasts, and anyone interested in environmental stewardship.

11:00 am – 12:00 pm at West Meadow Beach, 100 Trustees Road, Stoney Brook, NY 11790

NYISAW Webinar: Identifying & Reporting Spotted Lanternfly & Tree of Heaven with iMapInvasives
2025-06-10 13:00 - 14:00
Join NY iMapInvasives and the NY Dept. of Agriculture & Markets as we launch the 2025 Spotted Lanternfly Gridsquare Survey Project. Learn how you can conduct surveys for and identify spotted lanternfly and its invasive host plant, the tree-of-heaven.

The data collected for this project goes directly into iMapInvasives, the official invasive species database for New York State. This helps invasive species managers and professionals across the state prioritize areas for surveys and management and directly helps to track the spread and distribution of these species around the state.

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NYISAW Webinar: Navigating the Certified Weed Free Products Program
2025-06-11 13:00 - 14:00
As part of the NYISAW Webinar Series, WNY PRISM is hosting Christie Trifone Millhouse and Jodi Hougan of the North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA), who will present on NAISMA’s Certified Weed Free Products Program, which aims to prevent the spread of invasive plant species via the movement of industry products including forage, hay, mulch, gravel, and compost. This program provides assurances to customers, such as land managers and property owners, that noxious plant species will not spread through these priority pathways. NAISMA upholds standards and guidelines, promotes stakeholder communication, and provides inspector certification training to ensure consistent participation across all jurisdictions. This session will review program participation requirements, certification standards and implementation expectations.

Registration is required.

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Water Chestnut Webinar
2025-06-12 18:00 - 19:00
Join Seatuck’s Community Science Long Island June webinar!

Dive into an eye-opening discussion with Abby Marino (Program Manager, Long Island Invasive Species Management Area (LIISMA)), Carlos Morantes Ariza (Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator Region 1, NYS DEC) as they explore the water chestnut an invasive aquatic plant that spreads rapidly, choking waterways and harming native species.

Discover how we can protect Long Island’s waters! Don’t miss out, register now!

Register Here

Volunteer to Pull Mile-a-Minute with North Shore Land Alliance at Humes Preserve
2025-06-14 09:00 - 11:00
Volunteer to Remove Mile-a-Minute Vine (In observance of NYISAW – NY Invasive Species Awareness Week)

Saturday, June 14th, 9 AM – 11 am Humes Preserve, 349 Oyster Bay Road, Mill Neck

Led by North Shore Land Alliance O’Neil Stewards

For NYISAW, organizations across all of New York State are offering a variety of engaging events, such as interpretive hikes, volunteer days, webinars, movie screenings and fun family activities! By participating in NYISAW, you can help protect your community’s natural spaces by learning about invasive species. Learn more: https://nyis.info/ny-invasive-species-awareness-week/

Advance registration required.This event is free, but advanced registration is required! After you have registered, but before the event, North Shore Land Alliance (NSLA) will email you to confirm your attendance and provide more detailed information. If you are unable to attend, please contact NSLA, as this will help them register those on the waiting list.

Register Here

Event Changes and CancellationsEvents are subject to change so please check NSLA website for updates. Contact the Land Alliance at 516-922-1028 or info@northshorelandalliance.org.

Invasives Species Workday: Help Remove Invasives at Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge
2025-06-14 09:00 - 12:00
Join our partner U.S Fish and Wildlife for an invasive species removal event and help protect your local ecosystems! This is a great opportunity to learn about the importance of invasive species management while making a tangible difference in your community.

Volunteers must complete a Volunteer Services Agreement (VSA).

Forms will be sent to respondents. Volunteers under age 18 must have parental permission to participate.

Contact Terra Willi to RSVP at Terra_Willi@fws.gov or call/text 631-848-7152.Should the weather result in a cancellation, Terra will contact those who provided a RSVP.

9:00 am – 12:00 pm at Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge, 340 Smith Rd, Shirley NY 11967

NY State Parks Pollinator Festival
2025-06-21 11:00 - 15:00

Invasives Species Workday: Help Remove Swallow-wort at Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge
2025-06-26 09:00 - 12:00
Join our partner U.S Fish and Wildlife for an invasive species removal event and help protect your local ecosystems! This is a great opportunity to learn about the importance of invasive species management while making a tangible difference in your community. At Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge, 340 Smith Rd, Shirley NY 11967.

Volunteers must complete a Volunteer Services Agreement (VSA).

Forms will be sent to respondents. Volunteers under age 18 must have parental permission to participate.

Contact Terra Willi to RSVP at Terra_Willi@fws.gov or call/text 631-848-7152.Should the weather result in a cancellation, Terra will contact those who provided a RSVP.

Volunteer to Pull Water Chestnut Aquatic Invasive Plant
2025-06-27 09:30 - 11:30
Join Seatuck’s Community Science Long Island June In- Person Volunteer Event!

Roll up your sleeves and get muddy for a good cause! Join Abby Marino (Program Manager, Long Island Invasive Species Management Area (LIISMA)), Carlos Morantes Ariza (Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator Region 1, NYS DEC) and other volunteers in manually removing water chestnut an invasive aquatic plant from affected areas.

Water chestnut is an invasive species that threatens the ecological balance of Long Island’s freshwater ecosystems. This floating plant forms dense mats that outcompete native vegetation, reduces oxygen levels, and impair recreational activities.

No prior experience is necessary – training and equipment will be provided.

Discover how we can protect Long Island’s waters! Registration is required, link below.

Register Here

Volunteer to Pull Mile-a-Minute with North Shore Land Alliance at Cushman Wood Meadow
2025-06-28 09:00 - 11:00
Volunteer to Remove Mile-a-Minute Vine (In observance of NYISAW – NY Invasive Species Awareness Week)

Saturday, June 28th, 9 AM Cushman Woods Meadow, Matinecock

Led by North Shore Land Alliance O’Neil Stewards

For NYISAW, organizations across all of New York State are offering a variety of engaging events, such as interpretive hikes, volunteer days, webinars, movie screenings and fun family activities! By participating in NYISAW, you can help protect your community’s natural spaces by learning about invasive species. Learn more: https://nyis.info/ny-invasive-species-awareness-week/

Advance registration required.This event is free, but advanced registration is required! After you have registered, but before the event, North Shore Land Alliance (NSLA) will email you to confirm your attendance and provide more detailed information. If you are unable to attend, please contact NSLA, as this will help them register those on the waiting list.

Register Here

Event Changes and CancellationsEvents are subject to change so please check NSLA website for updates. Contact the Land Alliance at 516-922-1028 or info@northshorelandalliance.org.

Emerging Invasives Webinar
2025-07-09 18:00 - 19:00
Join Seatuck’s Community Science Long Island July webinar!

Join a discussion with Kassidy Robinson, Conservation Area Manager of the Long Island Invasive Species Management Area (LIISMA), as she discusses the spread of invasive species across Long Island. Learn about key species and discover how to report them! Don’t miss out, register now!

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Emerging Invasive Species Volunteer Day at Coindre Hall
2025-07-12 10:00 - 11:30
Join our Community Science Long Island July Volunteer Event!

(Rain Date: July 19th, 2025)

Join us for a nature walk at beautiful Coindre Hall Park and help us look out for invasive species! The event will kick off with a walk led by expert naturalists who will share information about the park, some of the invasive species found there, and how everyone can help manage invasives to protect these habitats just while going out for a stroll. During the walk, we’ll point out some species along the way, so we recommend having the Survey123 app on your phone and coming to the webinar on July 9 to get set up! After the walk, we will conduct an invasive species pull where attendees are invited to help us remove invasive plants from the park and practice reporting species on Survey123.

**Please remember to bring plenty of water, tick repellent, and clothes appropriate for the weather. **

Date: July 12 from 10AM-11:30AM (rain date: July 19)

Location: Coindre Hall Park in Huntington, NY

Don’t miss out, register now!

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Long Island Coastal Bioblitz Webinar
2025-08-07 18:00 - 19:00
Join Seatuck’s Community Science Long Island August webinar!

Join Dr. David Taylor (Associate Professor, Sustainability Studies Program, Interim Director of Sustainability Studies, Director, Environmental Humanities Track, Stony Brook University, School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences) for an informal webinar about the upcoming BioBlitz. Learn how to spot and document invasive species while supporting local conservation efforts!

Don’t miss out, register now!

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BioBlitz at Blydenburgh!
2025-08-10 10:00 - 12:00
Join Seatuck’s Community Science Long Island August: BioBlitzl!

The Long Island Coastal BioBlitz will take place August 10–16. Join us on August 10th at 10:00 AM at Blydenburgh County Park!

Don’t miss out, register now!

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BioBlitz at Cranberry Bog!
2025-08-16 10:00 - 12:00
Join Seatuck’s Community Science Long Island August: BioBlitzl!

The Long Island Coastal BioBlitz will take place August 10–16. Join us on August 16th at 10:00 AM at Cranberry Bog Nature Preserve!

Don’t miss out, register now!

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Invasive Plant Removal at Quogue Wildlife Refuge
2025-09-04 09:00 - 12:00
Join Weed Warrior Leader Danna McCormick and QWR Staff for this invasive plant removal event. Invasive plants are a major threat to our forests, and stopping their spread helps allow native plants to thrive in the understory. Please dress for the work and weather. It’s recommended to wear sturdy boots or sneakers and long layers, including long pants and long sleeves – this ensures safety and reduces likelihood of exposure to nuisances like ticks and poison ivy. Bring your own water and snacks if desired. Some gloves, pruners, loppers and weeders are available to borrow, but please bring your own if you have them. Community service hours available upon request.

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LIISMA Fall Partners Meeting & Workshop
2025-09-05 10:00 - 13:00 | 1725 Brentwood Road, Brentwood, NY 11717, 1725 Brentwood Rd, Building 4, Brentwood, New York, 11717
Join LIISMA for our Fall Partners Meeting – a chance to connect with colleagues, share updates, and learn together!

Register for virtual attendance here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/BMyDQ_pKRZ-gIIBVB_-RTA

Featuring presentations:

“Rare Plants of Long Island and Invasive Species Threatening Them” with Rich Ring

“Marine Invasive Species: Biofouling Vectors, Prevention, and Spread of Marine Invertebrates” with Kathrine Lawson

Partner Spotlight on North Shore Land Alliance “Restoration in Progress: The Ever-Evolving Management of Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) in the Humes Preserve Meadow with Darcy McDowell

Agenda September 5, 2025 Partners MeetingView

Meeting Location: Building 4 at the Sisters of Saint Joseph Campus in Brentwood (1725 Brentwood Road, 11717). The meeting will be held in La Providencia Dining Room in building 4. Click here for directions to building 4.

Tickets are free, but advanced registration is required. RSVP above to join us in person or register for virtual attendance here. Light refreshments will be served. Further directions to the meeting space will be provided as the meeting approaches. Email cassandra@liisma.org with any questions. See you there!

Celebrate Latino Conservation Week! / ¡Celebre la semana latina de conservación!
2025-09-13 14:00 - 18:00
Sunken Meadow State Park

North end of Sunken Meadow Parkway, at the Main Pavillion / Extremo norte de Sunken Meadow Parkway, en el pabellón principal

Scroll down for event information in English

¡Únase a Audubon New York, New York State Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation Office, Atlantic Marine Conservation Society (AMSEAS) y a otros socios en celebrar semana latina de conservación este año en Sunken Meadow State Park!

El evento depende del clima y puede cancelarse en caso de mal tiempo.

Para más información, envíe un correo electrónico a nycoast@audubon.org!

¡Sigue a @theodorerooseveltsanctuary en Instagram para obtener actualizaciones sobre eventos!

Join Audubon New York, New York State Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation Office, Atlantic Marine Conservation Society (AMSEAS) and other partners in celebrating Latino Conservation Week this year at Sunken Meadow State Park!

Event is weather-dependent and may be cancelled in the event of inclement weather.

For more information, email nycoast@audubon.org!

Follow @theodorerooseveltsanctuary on Instagram for event updates!

Accessibility Information / Información de accesibilidad

This will be a fully bilingual event / Este evento será totalmente bilingüe

The boardwalk and main event area are paved and wheelchair accessible / El paseo marítimo y área del evento principal son pavimentados y son accesibles en silla de ruedas

Accessible parking is available on-site / Hay estacionamiento accesible disponible en el sitio

A child using binoculars / Un niño usando los binoculares. Photo / Foto: Luke Franke/Audubon

Link Here

2025 New York State Invasive Species Expo
2025-09-14 08:00 - 2025-09-16 17:00
Join us Sunday, September 14th for Community Conservation Day – the expo’s public-facing day for all ages! No registration required for Sunday.

The 2025 New York Invasive Species Expo is held at the beautiful and historical Saratoga Spa State Park. The Expo Professional Days are Monday, September 15th and Tuesday, September 16th. Registration is required.

The 2025 New York Invasive Species Expo returns to Saratoga Spa State Park as New York’s premier conference on invasive species. Transcending conventional conference formats, the Expo creatively uses the park’s scenic outdoor spaces and historic buildings to offer dynamic, hands-on experiences alongside traditional presentations and posters. Connect with leading resource experts to explore and learn the latest updates and advancements in invasive species management.

Register Here!

Beyond Wooden Thinking: Getting to the Heartwood of the Matter
2025-10-16 14:00 - 15:00
Recreational firewood movement is a major pathway for the spread of invasive forest pests. Both human behavior and firewood characteristics can influence pest transport. Dr. Riggins will discuss the new study titled “Burning questions: how human behaviors and firewood characteristics influence the transport of wood-boring insects” whereby campers were surveyed at MS state parks and firewood was collected for inspection.

Presentation by: John Riggins, Associate Professor and Extension Specialist in Forest Health at Oregon State University

This presentation will be recorded, and the link will be posted here once it is complete.

REGISTER HERE

Wildfire Fuel: How Destructive Forest Pests Travel in Firewood
2025-10-28 16:00 - 17:00
This presentation will explore the significant threat that invasive forest pests, specifically the Goldspotted Oak Borer (Agrilus auroguttatus or GSOB), pose to forest health in Southern California. We will discuss the devastating impact of GSOB on native oak populations, how its infestation increases wildfire risk, and how the pest’s spread is accelerated by the unregulated movement of firewood. Drawing from the work of the La Jolla Band of Luiseño Indians, this talk will cover current management strategies by addressing the need for heat treatment standards, industry collaboration, and effective regulations. Ultimately, it will emphasize the crucial role the public plays in protecting our shared natural and cultural resources.

Presentation by: Joelene Tamm, Natural Resources Director for the LA Jolla Band of Luiseño Indians.

This presentation will be recorded, and the link will be posted here once it is complete.

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Updates on Emerald Ash Borer in the Pacific Northwest
2025-10-29 13:00 - 14:00
Hear from invasive species experts and managers out of both Oregon and Washington as they discuss the most recent findings and management efforts regarding the notorious firewood hitchhiker, emerald ash borer, in the Pacific Northwest.

Presentation by: Wyatt Williams and other staff from the Oregon Department of Forestry as well as staff from the Washington Invasive Species Council.

This presentation will be recorded, and the link will be posted here once it is complete.

REGISTER HERE

Recreation Day at Broad Cove Preserve
2025-11-15 10:00 - 15:00
Broad Cove’s 100 acres of woodland, meadow, trails and waterfront offer much to explore! Come join Peconic Estuary Partnership for a day of nature-based fun and learning from a variety of program providers. From native plants and migrating birds to Peconic’s local terrapins, the return of river otters and more, there’s lots to learn at this special preserve.

Two time slots available to register for activities, your choice: 10am-12pm, and 1-3pm. Refreshments will be provided. This program is in partnership with the Peconic Land Trust.‌‍‍‍‌‍‌‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‍‍‌‌‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‍‍‌‍‍‌‌‌‌‍‌‍‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‍‍‍‍‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‌‍‍‌‌‌‌‌‌‍‍‍‍‌‍‌‍‌‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‍‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‍‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‌‍‌‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‍‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‌‍‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‍‍‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‍‍‍‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‍‌‍‍‍‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‍‍‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‍‍‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‍‍‍‌‌‌‌‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‍‍‌‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‍‍‍‌‌‍‌‍‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‍‍‍‌‌‌‌‌‌‍‍‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‍‍‌‌‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‍‌‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‍‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‍‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‌‍‌‍‌‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‍‍‍‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‍‌‍‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‍‍‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‍‍‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‍‍‍‌‌‌‌‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‍‍‌‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‍‌‌‍‍‍‌‌‍‌‍‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‍‍‍‌‌‌‌‌‌‍‍‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‍‍‌‌

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Balloon Survey and Beach Cleanup at Jones Beach
2025-11-19 10:00 - 13:30
Since 2018, this survey has collected data on latex and foil balloon litter in the South Shore Estuary Reserve. To date, they’ve collected over 1,500 balloon materials from this 1 x 1 mile stretch of beach. This critical research helps prove a problem and raise awareness about responsible balloon practices.

Join NYS DEC, NYS Parks, and NOAA Marine Debris Program for their biannual Marine Debris survey and clean up at Jones Beach!

Plan to arrive by 10:00 am. The duration depends on conditions but expect to take 3-4 hours. Gloves, garbage bags, and other equipment needed for the cleanup and survey will be provided.

Ages 12 and up—all children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Where: Jones Beach Energy & Nature Center150 Bay Parkway, Wantagh, NY, 11793United States (map)

For more information, to volunteer and learn more, please see the link here to register here

Presented by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation and Jones Beach Energy & Nature Center with support from the NOAA Marine Debris Program

If there are questions, please feel free to reach out to francis.mcparland@dec.ny.gov or jbenc@parks.ny.gov.

Pressing Plants for Art and Science Workshop
2025-11-22 10:00 - 14:00
Botanist Daniel Atha will cover the essentials of creating museum-quality preserved plant specimens, suitable for research, education, and art. Sponsored by the Third House Nature Center.

For more information contact Vicki Bustamante, vickibustamante@gmail.com

Where: Third House, near Deep Hollow Ranch, Montauk

Third House Nature Center Site

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International Invasive Species & Climate Change Conference (IISCCC)
2025-12-09 13:00 - 17:00
Please join NAISMA for the 2nd annual International Invasive Species and Climate Change Conference (IISCCC) organized by the Regional Invasive Species and Climate Change (RISCC) Management Network on December 9 and 10, 2025. This conference is VIRTUAL allowing for more international attendance while reducing our carbon footprint. Please click on the link below to register for both days of this event (a single registration link will be used for the duration of the event).

Plenary Speaker Day 1 (Dec. 9, 2025):Dr. Silvia Ziller, The Horus Institute for Environmental Conservation and Development

“Challenges of restoring invaded coastal ecosystems in the face of climate change (and people)“

Conference registration is free!

International Invasive Species & Climate Change Conference (IISCCC)
2025-12-10 13:00 - 17:00
Please join NAISMA for the 2nd annual International Invasive Species and Climate Change Conference (IISCCC) organized by the Regional Invasive Species and Climate Change (RISCC) Management Network on December 9 and 10, 2025. This conference is VIRTUAL allowing for more international attendance while reducing our carbon footprint. Please click on the link below to register for both days of this event (a single registration link will be used for the duration of the event).

Plenary Speaker Day 2 (Dec. 10, 2025): Dr. Ross N. Cuthbert, School of Biological Sciences, Queen’s University Belfast

“Economic costs from biological invasions: will climate change exacerbate their escalation?“

Conference registration is free!
