HOULTON, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension, in collaboration with the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Maine Natural Areas Program, Maine Forest Service and Southern Aroostook County Soil and Water Conservation District, will host an Invasive Plant Educational Workshop on Tuesday, Aug. 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Houlton High School, 7 Bird St.
The workshop will feature a combination of classroom learning and field-based sessions focused on identifying invasive plant species, understanding their impact on local ecosystems and learning about effective management strategies. Presenters will include experts from UMaine Extension and its conservation partners. Pesticide credits are anticipated.
The cost to attend is $30 per person, which includes a copy of the Maine Invasive Plants Field Guide. Participation is limited to 20 people to ensure an engaging, hands-on experience. Outdoor field sessions will be held rain or shine, so participants are encouraged to dress accordingly.
Registration is required and will close on July 29. Visit the program webpage at https://extension.umaine.edu/agriculture/invasive-plant-educational-workshops/ to register online. For questions, future workshop inquiries or to request reasonable accommodation, contact Nick Rowley at 207-778-4650 or nicholas.rowley@maine.edu.
