Invasive Species
Invasive Plant Patrol – Nelson Woods
Little Forks Conservancy is looking for volunteers to help improve the environment for native species at our Nelson Woods property. This is our newest acquisition that we are currently developing into a nature preserve for the public to enjoy! You can be part of the effort to improve and protect this soon-to-be preserve by joining […]
Intro to Invasive Species ID & Removal
Gahagan Nature Preserve 209 West Maplehurst, Roscommon, MI, United StatesHuron Pines and the Huron Heartland Invasive Species Network invite you to participate in our Level 1 Invasive Species Training. To support the growing need for invasive plant species management in the region, we developed a training program to prepare partners and volunteers to assist in the critical work of identifying, reporting, and treating invasive […]
Stewardship Series: Invasive Species Tips & Tricks
Nelson Woods Solomon Rd, Midland, MI, United StatesThis guided hike and informational workshop is a free event that aims to educate participants on identifying and effectively treating invasive species in their own yards. Led by local Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (CISMA) organizations, the event includes a hike of our new Nelson Woods property to identify invasive plants while seeing firsthand native restoration efforts […]
Understanding Red Swamp Crayfish Spread in Southeastern Michigan
Online WebinarInvasive red swamp crayfish are found in small ponds and drainages in southeastern Michigan, in areas with a high potential for spread to nearby bodies of water. Dr. Jared Homola of the USGS Wisconsin Cooperative Fishery Research Unit will discuss a project in collaboration with Michigan State University and the Michigan DNR using cutting-edge genetic […]