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EDDMapS Summit 2023

Zoom Events

The University of Georgia – Center for Invasive Species and Ecosystem Health in collaboration with its partner organizations is providing a comprehensive one-day training and update. This free summit is open to everyone from beginners to experienced users. The Summit will have presentations that cover EDDMapS’ smartphone apps, website, tools, and projects.

Introduction to Garlic Mustard Best Management Practices

Online

An Introduction to Garlic Mustard Best Management Practices Alternative time/date: April 6th, 2023 9am - 11:30am Learn together with other dedicated individuals on our interactive virtual learning platform and earn a certificate in Garlic Mustard Best Management Practices from the Ontario Invasive Plant Council! Created with input from experts in the field of invasive species […]

$54.58

Invasive Landscape Pests on the Horizon: Discussion on Box Tree Moth and Beech Leaf Disease

Zoom Events

The JLW CISMA is happy to host MSU Extension Educator Dr. David Lowenstein (Consumer Horticulture) for a talk on box tree moth and beech leaf disease. Trade, travel, and tourism enhance our quality of life and also make it easier and quicker for accidental introductions of plants and insects. Learn several common pathways that non-native […]

Forests Ontario Regional Envirothon Competition

Stokley Creek Lodge Pickard Rd, Goulais River, Canada

The 2023 Ontario Envirothon competition is returning to in-person programming in the Algoma region this year. Training will be held on March 27 at Sault College in Sault Ste. Marie and the competition will be held May 12-13 at Stokely Creek Lodge in Goulais River. Created for teams of Ontario youth in grades 9-12, Envirothon […]

Learn about Invasive Species Affecting our Environment at the Invasive Species Awareness Fair

Tecumseh Park 1115 Tecumseh Park Dr.

On Saturday, May 13, the City of Mississauga is hosting an Invasive Species Awareness Fair at Tecumseh Park to educate residents about invasive species and how they affect Mississauga’s environment, habitats, ecosystems and tree canopy. During the event, you will learn more about garlic mustard, common reed (phragmites), dog-strangling vine and hemlock woolly adelgid. You’ll also learn how to detect, report and protect Mississauga’s […]