An overview of eDNA sample analysis that is underway. Team SLELO is utilizing underwater remote operated vehicles to enhance our aquatic surveys!
Aquatic Restoration & Resiliency Initiatives
February 11, 2022
iMapInvasives HWA Mapping Challenge
February 11, 2022
From Feb 12 – March 12, NY iMapInvasives and the NYS Hemlock Initiative are hosting NY’s first statewide Winter Mapping Challenge. Join the challenge to help monitor this invasive species and compete to win a prize!
Managing Invasives For Resilience
February 11, 2022
The work of our PRISM and partners has a far greater impact than just within our own regional footprint. By protecting and promoting native species we are creating more resilient landscapes. Resilient to changes in climate, along with stresses caused by non-native species, and human encroachment.
eDNA Technician Job Position
February 10, 2022
Do you love the outdoors? Do you want to get some hands-on experience with environmental-DNA sampling? If so, then apply to become our new eDNA Technician!
Water Protectors: Look for Invasive Fish
February 2, 2022
Calling all ice fishermen and women! Keep an eye out for invasive fish while enjoying icefishing this season.
Community Protectors: Monitor Tree Health
January 26, 2022
Tree health can be impacted by many factors, including invasive species. You can help by monitoring tree health in your community.
Forest Protectors: Prioritizing Hemlocks
January 19, 2022
With HWA spreading across New York state and along the east coast, having a hemlock conservation plan in place, before your hemlocks are infested with this invasive pest, will allow you to put your resources towards the protection of the hemlocks you value the most.
Garden Protectors: Plan to Plant
January 12, 2022
Winter is a great time to start planning for your garden. Learn what plants are native to your zipcode with a native plant finder tool, and view native plant lists to help get you started. Choosing to grow native plants helps to stop the spread of invasive plants and supports pollinators!
2021 Annual Report
January 10, 2022
Working together, the SLELO PRISM partners have brought many successes in our efforts to protect our lands and waters from the threat of invasive species. Our 2021 Annual Report provides an overview of these efforts.
Land & Trail Protectors: Protect Hemlocks
January 5, 2022
Hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA) is an invasive pest that threatens the health of our forests by killing hemlock trees. Learn how you can help protect hemlock trees from HWA.