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ISN's treatment crew - August 9th, 2016 |
You may have heard ISN's name
in the news a lot this past month as we tackled the Japanese knotweed infestation on Veteran's Oak Grove Drive in Manistee County. This was a large undertaking - both behind the scenes and on the ground - and we are pleased to report that this year's treatment has been successfully completed! ISN's crew worked diligently alongside The Nature Conservancy for several days, treating knotweed that reached well over their heads and for nearly the entire stretch of that roadway. Stay tuned next year as we follow-up on that site and hopefully see a fantastic change for the better. Read on below to see more images of treatment!
Now, our eyes shift to fall treatments, primarily of phragmites throughout our service area. Special attention is being directed to Manistee Lake and the Betsie Bay/River where invasives spread easily via the water. Additionally, it's time for fall workbees! This year we are pleased to also offer several workshops in Grand Traverse and Benzie County. Read more about these workshops and workbees below or
visit our website for a complete description.
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Get Involved -
Upcoming Opportunities!
ISN Fall Events
Manistee County Woody Invasives Workbee
Friday, September 9th
Grand Traverse County Woody Invasives Workshop and Bee
Saturday, September 10th
Leelanau County Woody Invasives Workbee
Friday, September 23rd
Benzie County Woody Invasives Workshop and Bee
Saturday, September 24th
Partner Events
Benzie County
Grand Traverse County
Leelanau County
Manistee County
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This fall, ISN is pleased to offer two workshops in addition to our annual invasive shrub removal days. Held in Grand Traverse and Benzie counties, these workshops will focus on the best techniques for identifying invasive species commonly found in this region. Participants will also learn about management options available - with a focus on the typical landowner. ISN staff will present on both subjects and be available to answer any questions you may have. Following the one-hour workshop, we will venture outside to a neighboring natural area. Here, we will get an opportunity to practice our new ID skills while searching for and removing invasive shrubs.
