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A Call to Action: 2016

A Call to Action: 2016

“The NISC Management Plan is a call to collective action. It enables us to know where to place our priorities and where to invest in the future. The threats invasive species pose to American assets and security warrant an urgent response backed by the full commitment of NISC and its partners.” Visit

ALERT: Emerald Ash Borer is CONFIRMED in Delaware

ALERT: Emerald Ash Borer is CONFIRMED in Delaware

From Delaware Department of Agriculture (DDA) Facebook page: “A destructive, invasive beetle that kills ash trees, the emerald ash borer (EAB), has been confirmed in Delaware, making it the 28th state to have found the insect. The statewide impact is expected to be minimal, as ash trees make up only around two percent of Delaware’s tree stock and the state has been preparing for more than a decade. “Because this was not unexpected, we have been working for several years…

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Forest Stewardship Program Webinar Series: Pollinator Habitat. September 21, 2016

Forest Stewardship Program Webinar Series: Pollinator Habitat. September 21, 2016

Forest Stewardship Program Webinar Series Pollinator Habitat Create & enhance pollinator habitat Pollinator conservation resources Regional case studies Create native seed banks Presented by: Mace Vaughan, Xerces Society John Proctor, Forest Service September 21, 2016 2-3:30 PM EST https://usfs.adobeconnect.com/fsp100/

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS! DISC’s Annual Meeting is October 19, 2016

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS! DISC’s Annual Meeting is October 19, 2016

Visit the 2016 Annual Meeting page for full conference details! CALL FOR ABSTRACTS: Share your work with others in the field! Interested presenters are invited to submit abstracts for oral presentations or poster displays. Conference planners are hoping for a broad selection of posters and a variety of topics.  Topics can include (but are not limited to): impacts, distribution, prevention of invasive Species; early detection or rapid response; invasive species control or management; habitat restoration Oral presenters receive discounted registration rate. See registration…

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Employment Opportunity with Delaware State Parks: Natural Heritage/ Environmental Stewardship Program Manager

Employment Opportunity with Delaware State Parks: Natural Heritage/ Environmental Stewardship Program Manager

The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control Division of Parks and Recreation is seeking a Natural Heritage/Environmental Stewardship Program Manager! Natural Heritage/ Environmental Stewardship Program Manager Annual Salary Range: $44,084- $66,140 Recruiting for: Delaware Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Control Division of Parks and Recreation Location: Dover, Delaware For more information or to submit a resume, contact: Kendall Sommers (Kendall.Sommers@state.de.us) ****************************************************************************** Job Description: The Natural Heritage Program Manager is responsible for the statewide management of Delaware State…

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Employment Opportunity with Red Tail Restoration & Land Management, LLC!

Employment Opportunity with Red Tail Restoration & Land Management, LLC!

Forest Restoration Technician needed to work in both forest and landscape settings throughout northern DE and southeastern PA.  Part-time with flexible schedule.  Seasonal or year-round. Responsibilities include removal of invasive plants to support native plant diversity, planting of native plants, deer exclusion fence construction, habitat landscape installation and maintenance, vegetation surveys, rock wall construction, and pond work. Must have experience working outdoors and comfortable performing physical labor in all weather conditions.  General knowledge and interest in natural ecosystems is required…

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