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SUMMARY:Invasive Species Volunteer Workdays at LI National Wildlife Refuges
DESCRIPTION:The Long Island National Wildlife Refuge Complex (LIC) is hosting a series of volunteer workdays to manage invasive plant species and protect our native wildlife! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInvasive species are a serious threat to our local ecosystems. By volunteering to remove invasive plants\, participants can help to: \n\n\n\n\nRestore native habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\n\n\nImprove the overall health of the refuge ecosystem.\n\n\n\nLearn about local plants and the importance of conservation.\n\n\n\n\nVolunteers will assist with tasks such as hand-pulling\, digging\, and cutting invasive plants. No former experience is necessary. All volunteers will receive training on invasive species identification and safe removal techniques. Tools and equipment will also be provided. \n\n\n\nAll workdays are scheduled on Saturdays from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. \n\n\n\n\nApril 20th: Target Rock NWR (Garlic Mustard)\n\n\n\nApril 27th: Wertheim NWR (Garlic Mustard)\n\n\n\nMay 4th: Elizabeth A. Morton NWR (Garlic Mustard)\n\n\n\nJuly 20th: Wertheim NWR (Swallowwort)\n\n\n\nJuly 27th: Target Rock NWR (Swallowwort)\n\n\n\nAugust 3rd: Wertheim NWR (Swallowwort)\n\n\n\nAugust 10th: Elizabeth A. Morton NWR (Grassland Restoration Project)\n\n\n\n\nContact Biological Science Technician Brooke Shellman to RSVP at brooke_shellman@fws.gov or call 631-289-0485 ext. 2132. See you there!
URL:https://liisma.org/event/invasive-species-volunteer-workdays-at-li-national-wildlife-refuges/
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SUMMARY:NYSDEC's Annual Water Chestnut Pulls
DESCRIPTION:Help Us to Remove this Invasive Weed and PreserveLong Island’s Lakes!The removal of water chestnut is vital in preserving the natural beautyand recreational opportunities on Long Island lakes. The New York StateDepartment of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is excited to inviteyou to participate in this crucial invasive species removal event.Come volunteer with us and support our local ecosystem’s health andensure enjoyment of our waterways for generations to come.Where?Mill Pond Preserve\, Wantagh and/or Massapequa Lake\, MassapequaWhen? \n\n\n\nHow?Visit the link below to sign up for the best date and location for you:https://forms.gle/6Xgie1Cx9hESTGyn8 \n\n\n\nWhy Join Us?– Invasive species like water chestnut can wreak havoc on the delicate balance ofour lakes\, crowding out native species anddisrupting the ecosystem.– Preserving Long Island’s Lifestyle: Help protect the activities and traditions that make Long Island special\, from leisurely angling to adventurous kayaking. \n\n\n\nGear is Provided: \n\n\n\n\nDEC will provide waders for those in need and kayaks for select volunteers.\n\n\n\n\nQUESTIONS? CONTACT CARLOS MORANTES ARIZAAquatic Invasive SpeciesProgram CoordinatorDEC Region 150 Circle RoadStony Brook\, NY 11742 \n\n\n\ncarlos.morantes-ariza@dec.ny.gov
URL:https://liisma.org/event/nysdecs-annual-water-chestnut-pulls/
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SUMMARY:2024 Long Island Invasive Species BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION:Community members across Long Island and New York City are participating in the Long Island Invasive Species BioBlitz 2024 for Invasive Species Awareness Week (NYISAW)\, June 3 – 9. The BioBlitz promotes knowledge and understanding of invasive species and empowers YOU to help protect our local biodiversity! \n\n\n\nParticipants are encouraged to contribute invasive species observations\, along with native species observations\, from across the region of LIISMA region – including Staten Island\, Brooklyn\, Queens\, Nassau and Suffolk Counties. LIISMA offered a Zoom webinar on May 30th to teach invasive and native species identification and the use of the free iNaturalist and iMapInvasives apps. The BioBlitz kickoff webinar has been recorded and is available here to view for training purposes.  \n\n\n\nHow can I join the BioBlitz? \n\n\n\n\nJoin the Long Island BioBlitz project on iNaturalist:. Make sure you are logged in to iNaturalist\, then click “join” in the top right of the project.\n\n\n\nStart BioBlitzing! Make observations on iNaturalist between June 1 – 9 independently or at one of our BioBlitz events (your entries will automatically count towards the Blitz once you’ve joined the project!)\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Email invasive@liisma.org for assistance. \n\n\n\nAre you part of a local conservation agency? Become a BioBlitz partner to get your community involved! \n\n\n\nPartnering on the BioBlitz with many local organizations is a great way to increase our reach and strengthen partnerships along the way! As a partner on the BioBlitz\, you will have the opportunity to do one or more of the following: \n\n\n\n\nPromote this event to the public through email\, website\, etc\, and encourage your following to make independent iNaturalist observations during the Blitz.\n\n\n\n(Optional) Contribute to the kick-off webinar by highlighting conservation topics specific to your organization (i.e. what stands to benefit from reporting species on iNaturalist? Rare species conservation\, habitat restoration\, reporting invasives\, etc.)\n\n\n\n(Optional) Host an independent or collaborative in-person BioBlitz event during NYISAW or encourage participants to join the BioBlitz at any NYISAW event you are hosting.\n\n\n\n\nIf you’d like to partner with us on the BioBlitz\, email invasive@liisma.org to let us know!
URL:https://liisma.org/event/2024-long-island-invasive-species-bioblitz-kickoff-webinar/
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SUMMARY:USFWS NYISAW Events at the National Wildlife Refuges
DESCRIPTION:Powered By EmbedPress                 \n            \n        \n    \n\n\nNYISAW is a campaign that aims to educate the public about invasive species. The LongIsland National Wildlife Refuge Complex (LIC) will be hosting tabling events\, guidednature walks\, workshops\, and volunteer workdays. Follow Long Island National WildlifeRefuges on Facebook to learn a new fact about invasive species every day duringNYISAW! \n\n\n\nJoin USFWS for a week of events dedicated to raising awarenessabout invasive species and their impact on our environment! \n\n\n\nSaturday\, June 1: Seatuck National Wildlife RefugeAddress: 600 S Bay Ave\, Islip\, NY 11751Event: Invasive Species Volunteer WorkdayTime: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PMDetails: Meet in the Islip Town Beach Parking lot at 10 AM. Volunteers will work with refuge staff to manage mile-a-minute vine and conduct a beach cleanup. We will be working on a 0.6-mile stretch of beach accessible by walking only. All materials will be carried in and out from the worksite. Provided: Snacks\, water refills\, work gloves\, insect repellent\, and work tools. Bring: Refillable water bottle\, sturdy close-toed shoes\, light colored clothing\, long pants\, long socks\, long sleeves\, hat\, sunscreen\, and sunglasses. Please be aware that ticks are prevalent. Volunteers must complete a Volunteer Services Agreement (VSA). Attendees should register and submit a VSA at least two days in advance*. *Volunteers under age 18 must have parental permission to participate. **Day of attendees may be permitted to join. Contact Biological Science Technician Brooke Shellman to RSVP at brooke_shellman@fws.gov or call 631-286-0485 ext. 2132. \n\n\n\nWednesday\, June 5: Target Rock National Wildlife RefugeEvent: Invasive Species TablingTime: 12:00 – 3:00 PMDetails: Table will be set up at Rocky Beach Trailhead. Learn about invasive species and take home handouts\, coloring pages\, stickers\, and more! \n\n\n\nEvent: Guided Nature WalkTime: 2:00 – 3:00 PMDetails: Meet at Warblers Loop trailhead to join refuge staff on a walk and talk about invasive species. The Warbler’s Loop Trail is approximately 0.8 miles\, and the walk will take approximately 45 minutes to complete\, moving at a leisurely pace. \n\n\n\nThursday\, June 6: Wertheim National Wildlife RefugeEvent: Invasive Species TablingTime: 12:00 – 3:00 PMDetails: Table will be set up at the White Oak trailhead. Learn about invasive species and take home handouts\, coloring pages\, stickers\, and more! \n\n\n\nEvent: Guided Nature WalkTime: 2:00 – 3:00 PMDetails: Meet at the Black Tupelo trailhead to join refuge staff on a walk and talk about invasive species. The walk is about 1 mile down the Black Tupelo trail and will take approximately 1 hour to complete\, moving at a leisurely pace. \n\n\n\nFriday\, June 7: Elizabeth A. Morton National Wildlife RefugeEvent: Invasive Species TablingTime: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMDetails: Table will be set up at the trailhead. Learn about invasive species and take home handouts\, coloring pages\, stickers\, and more! \n\n\n\nEvent: Guided Nature WalkTime: 10:00 – 11:00 AMDetails: Meet at the trailhead to join refuge staff on a walk and talk about invasive species. The Beach Trail is approximately 0.6 miles\, and the walk will take approximately 45 minutes to complete\, moving at a leisurely pace. \n\n\n\nSaturday\, June 8: Elizabeth A. Morton National Wildlife RefugeEvent: Invasive Species TablingTime: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PMDetails: Table will be set up at the trailhead. Learn about invasive species and take home handouts\, coloring pages\, stickers\, and more! \n\n\n\nEvent: Guided Nature WalkTime: 2:00 – 3:00 PMDetails: Meet at the trailhead to join refuge staff on a walk and talk about invasive species. The Beach Trail Loop is approximately 0.7 miles\, and the walk will take approximately 45 minutes to complete\, moving at a leisurely pace. \n\n\n\nSaturday\, June 8: Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge \n\n\n\nEvent: Invasive Species TablingTime: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMDetails: Table will be set up at the White Oak trailhead. Learn about invasive species and take home handouts\, coloring pages\, stickers\, and more! \n\n\n\nEvent: Invasive Species WorkshopTime: 1:00 – 2:00 PMDetails: Presented by USFWS Biological Science Technician Brooke Shellman. Learn how to identify local\, prevent the spread\, and manage local invasive species. The event will take place in the multipurpose room. \n\n\n\nEvent: Guided Nature WalkTime: 2:00 – 3:00 PMDetails: Meet at the White Oak trailhead to join refuge staff on a walk and talk about invasive species. The walk is about 1 mile down the Connector Trail and will take approximately 1 hour to complete from the trailhead to the Friends Cabin\, and back\, moving at a leisurely pace.
URL:https://liisma.org/event/usfws-nyisaw-events-at-the-national-wildlife-refuges/
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SUMMARY:NYISAW Webinar: Storytelling and the Language of Invasive Species Outreach
DESCRIPTION:Join us during New York Invasive Species Awareness Week (#NYISAW) for this valuable virtual workshop! We will explore the art of storytelling and how to frame invasive species’ language in a way that reduces cultural biases\, racism\, and exclusionary concepts. Interactive ad-lib style activities will be incorporated for an engaging and informative workshop. This program is catered toward professionals but is open to anyone interested. \n\n\n\nRegister by visiting: https://bit.ly/is-storytelling-nyisaw \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email kassidy@liisma.org
URL:https://liisma.org/event/nyisaw-webinar-storytelling-and-the-language-of-invasive-species-outreach/
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SUMMARY:Volunteer to Pull Mile-a-Minute\, Cushman Woods Preserve with the North Shore Land Alliance
DESCRIPTION:The 7-acre meadow at Cushman Woods Preserve in Locust Valley is in the second season of its restoration. It was seeded with native grasses and wildflowers at the end of 2022 and it is coming in nicely. Unfortunately\, the Mile a Minute is also coming back in patches\, and we are looking for people to help remove it! \n\n\n\nEveryone is welcome\, but we ask participants to register in advance. \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nAdvanced registration is required!  Click here to register. \n\n\n\nBefore the event\, but after you have registered\, we will email you to confirm your attendance and provide more detailed information.  If you are unable to attend\, please contact us at 516-922-1028 or Darcy@northshorelandalliance.org\, as this will help us register those on the waiting list. \n\n\n\nEvent Changes and Cancellations\n\n\n\nEvents are subject to change. Stay informed by visiting the Land Alliance website.  Please wear appropriate footwear and clothing.
URL:https://liisma.org/event/volunteer-to-pull-mile-a-minute-cushman-woods-preserve-with-the-north-shore-land-alliance/
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SUMMARY:Hempstead Plains BioBlitz Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join LIISMA and Hempstead Plains staff in exploring the Hempstead Plains\, a unique and rare ecological community. The group will walk around\, getting an introduction to the Plains and the BioBlitz\, and then explore the grassland\, observing species present using iNaturalist. Staff will be present to answer any questions about the BioBlitz or Plains’ ecology. Join us for a chance to explore this beautiful ecosystem and its rare plant community while gathering data to inform conservation efforts. \n\n\n\nBe sure to RSVP below to secure your spot! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA BioBlitz kickoff webinar will be held on May 30th at 7pm to discuss species identification and BioBlitz instructions. We highly recommend joining us before participating in the BioBlitz. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0pcuGorTooEtzNAznoBeoNDdXcNXF-4grV#/registration \n\n\n\nPlease come prepared to this event with water\, sun protection such as hats and sunscreen\, tick protection such as bug spray and long pants/socks. \n\n\n\nPrior to joining us for the in-person event\, please follow these instructions to join the Blitz. We can also provide assistance on site\, but cell service may be limited. \n\n\n\nHow can I join the BioBlitz? \n\n\n\n\nRegister for the kickoff webinar taking place on May 30 at 7pm to learn how to use iNaturalist and what species to look out for during the Blitz.\n\n\n\nJoin the Long Island BioBlitz project on iNaturalist:. Make sure you are logged in to iNaturalist\, then click “join” in the top right of the project.\n\n\n\nStart BioBlitzing! Make observations on iNaturalist between June 1 – 9 independently or at one of our BioBlitz events (your entries will automatically count towards the Blitz once you’ve joined the project!)\n\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, email kassidy@liisma.org
URL:https://liisma.org/event/hempstead-plains-bioblitz-walk/
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SUMMARY:Invasive Plant Talk – Impact\, Identification and Removal at Quogue Wildlife Refuge
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that invasive species are of the greatest threat to New York’s biodiversity by destroying habitat and our local ecosystem? And they are probably growing on your property now? This program will introduce the roles of native plants\, the adverse effects of invasive species found in our community\, and how to identify and remove them. \n\n\n\nPresented by Danna McCormick\, National Park Service Weed Warrior and DC Master Naturalist \n\n\n\nThis is a free program; registration is required as space is limited. RSVP here.
URL:https://liisma.org/event/invasive-plant-talk-impact-identification-and-removal-at-quogue-wildlife-refuge/
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