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Invasive Species Network News
Additionally, please join us in welcoming Shelli DiFranco as ISN's new Communications Specialist. She will be working across the board to raise awareness of invasive species issues in northwest Michigan, focusing on harboring relationships with local communities. We are excited to have Shelli on the team and her vast experience in communications will be an incredible asset -
read more
about her background!
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Jane Perrino, 2016 Survey Technician, in the Betsie River.
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In other news, planning for spring and summer invasive species treatments and surveying continues, including hiring. Applications for ISN's "Seasonal Technician" positions are still being accepted until Friday, March 3rd. For a complete job description and a list of partner employment opportunities, please
visit our website.
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The downside of being a global hub for invasive species
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White pine thrives when glossy buckthorn removed
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First bumblebee declared endangered in the U.S.
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Regional efforts to battle invasive species!
Watch what's happening near Detroit
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Visit our facebook page to see more highlights!
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ISN Employment Opportunities
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ISN is hiring!
Survey Technician - 2 positions
(Seasonal)
Application Deadline: March 3rd, 2017
for a complete job description.
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Volunteer Opportunities
and Events
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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
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National Invasive Species Awareness Week
Febrauary 26th through March 4th marks National Invasive Species Awareness Week - an effort to spread the word on conservation efforts and identify solutions to issues at the local, state, and federal level. We invite you to join us as we make a special push through social media to inform individuals of concerns right here in northwest Michigan. To encourage further education, ISN is also doing a giveaway of invasive species-focused items this week! Click here to participate via facebook or respond to this enews with "giveaway" in the subject line. First, second, and third place winners will be announced on Friday, March 3rd. Check out the grand prize below!
Package includes: tee shirt, button, field guide, sticker pack, boot brush, and invasive species books.
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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!
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