January 2017
Invasive Species Network News

 

Despite a snow-covered ground and chilly temperatures, ISN staff are hard at work preparing for the upcoming field season - including planning workbees, coordinating potential treatments, and soon, hiring new survey technicians. There is no rest for the weary when it comes to combating invasive species. 

ISN is also excited to announce the launch of its new website. The address remains unchanged but the look is entirely different. We hope this new set-up, combined with the ability to search the site, will allow for a better understanding of the work ISN does and provide more clear answers to your questions. As always, you can still contact us directly or report any invasive species to the Midwest Invasive Species Information Network (MISIN).

Read on below for event dates, highlights from the world of invasive species, and news about the expansion of Go Beyond Beauty. We look forward to working with you in 2017!


Highlights

Butterfly weed is the Perennial Plant 
of the Year
Read more here
How far do invasive species travel?
Michigan awards $3.5 million to battle invasive species

See which projects received funding here
Be on the lookout for  hemlock 
woolly adelgid!
Learn about what to look for

Visit our facebook page to see more highlights!

Volunteer Opportunities
and Events
ISN Events

Spring Partner Meeting 
Tuesday, March 21, 1:00pm

Go Beyond Beauty Spring Meeting
Thursday, April 6, 2:00pm

Manistee Garlic Mustard Workbee
Friday, May 12, 9:00am

G. Traverse Garlic Mustard Workbee
Saturday, May 13, 9:00am

Invasive Species Papermaking
Saturday, May 13, 1:30pm
 
Benzie Garlic Mustard Workbee
Friday, May 19, 9:00am

Leelanau Garlic Mustard Workbee
Saturday, May 20, 9:00am

Japanese Knotweed Community Workshop (Manistee County)
Saturday, June 3, 9:00am

Landing Blitz on Crystal Lake
Saturday, July 1, 12:00pm

For more information on all ISN and partner-hosted events,  please visit 

ISN Employment Opportunities
ISN will be hiring soon!
Keep an eye out for the following job(s) which will be posted soon:

Survey Technician
(Seasonal)
Expected posting date: February 2017
Join us for our Spring Partner Meeting! 


We've been hard at work beautifying  Go Beyond Beauty!  

Go Beyond Beauty is growing. Until now, this innovative program has only been available to garden professionals - nurseries and landscapers who directly deal with the trade of invasive ornamentals. However, in order to direct the demand away from invasive species and toward native alternatives, it's important to get everyone involved! Whether you are a garden club, a local municipality, a lake association, or simply a passionate and concerned citizen, we want you on board! By committing to not purchase invasive species you are taking a major step toward the protection of northwest Michigan's incredible ecosystem. 

Save the Date:
Go Beyond Beauty Spring Meeting
Thursday, April 6th, 2:00-4:00pm
This will be a fantastic opportunity to learn more about the program and network with like-minded businesses and individuals. RSVP here.

Register Today!
You can find more information about Go Beyond Beauty on our website, or contact ISN Outreach Specialist, Emily Cook, at ecook@gtcd.org 
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