This is a hands-on workshop on how to identify and remove Phragmites and other invasive species from natural areas and roadsides.

Workshop Agenda:

• Overview of the invasive plant issue in Ontario and of the Invasive Plant Management Strategy Framework
• Overview of the top 10 invasive plants and their identification features
• Overview of current Best Management Practices
• Invasive Phragmites in Ontario and Best Management Practices
• Case Study – West Collingwood Community Phragmites Control Project
• Mapping invasive plants using EDDMapS Ontario
• Hands-on outdoor identification and removal demonstration

This workshop is geared to municipal or county workers in public works, roads, parks and/or other applicable departments; environmental agencies or landscapers/contractors interested in removal of invasive species; and any other interested group.

Note: $50 fee includes workshop and lunch.

Please click here to register.

Please contact Brittany Hope by email at bhope@nvca.on.ca, or by phone at (705) 424-1479 ext. 265 if you have any further questions.

This workshop is presented in partnership with: