Voices of the Land: Invasive species in Rhode Island forests

449 Westerly Bradford Road,Westerly RI 02891

23 February, 2023

Description

Lisa Tewksbury will discuss the URI biocontrol lab's surveys for invasive species and implementation of biological control using natural enemies, when available. Projects on Westerly Land Trust properties have included a survey of the southern pine beetle, a southern pest that has migrated north, and a forest pest survey for exotic species. These projects are in collaboration with RIDEM and the USDA. Refreshments included! This event is located at Barlow Nature Preserve. Parking is available in the main parking lot, with overflow parking in the field behind the outbuildings to the east (up the farm road). Registration is required. Discussion is open to WLT members. Our members donate annually. Not a member and would like to be? Sign up HERE. To learn more about Lisa and her work click HERE.