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Dec Reminds Water Recreationists To ‘Clean. Drain. Dry.’ Watercraft To Protect Waters From Aquatic Invasive Species

May 10, 2023 Contributor

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today reminded boaters to clean, drain, and dry their boats and trailers and disinfect their fishing gear before recreating in New York’s waters to prevent the spread of harmful aquatic invasive species (AIS). Watercraft inspection stewards (boat stewards) are deploying across the state to educate and assist the public in cleaning equipment this season to prevent the introduction and spread of non-native plants and animals in New York waterbodies. […]

Dec Announces $13-Million Partnership With Adirondack Watershed Institute Of Paul Smith’s College To Support Invasive Species Prevention Efforts

May 8, 2023 Contributor

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced a $13.24-million, five-year partnership with the Adirondack Watershed Institute (AWI) of Paul Smith’s College to administer the Adirondack Park Watercraft Inspection Steward Program (WISP). The announcement, made during Adirondack Day at the New York State Capitol, will protect the Adirondack Park’s resources from the introduction and spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS) that damage ecosystems. […]

DEC And Canal Corporation Announce Second Year Protecting New York’s Waters From Aquatic Invasive Species Round Goby

January 26, 2023 Contributor

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and the New York State Canal Corporation continue to implement a comprehensive effort, including a rapid response plan, to combat the potential spread of the round goby, […]

Urban Forestry Presentation Scheduled For April 5

March 12, 2021 Submitted article

The Pulaski Public Library and the Village of Pulaski are sponsoring a SLELO “Zoom” program on Urban Forestry. […]

Oswego County Sportsmen Groups and Local Business Donate Mower to DEC Region 7

February 3, 2010 Contributor

The Brushcat initially will be used at Deer Creek Marsh Wildlife Management Area (WMA) to treat invasive plant species, such as honeysuckle, Japanese barberry and European buckthorn. […]

Oswego County Rallies Forces to Battle Water Chestnuts on the Oswego River

November 8, 2009 Contributor

Oswego County officials have joined with the state Canal Corporation and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for assistance in battling the water chestnut plant, an invasive species which is rapidly spreading in the Oswego River. […]

Oswego County Issues Warning About Invasive Beetle Species

July 7, 2009 Contributor

With the summer camping season upon us, public officials and environmental organizations are asking for the publicÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s help in controlling and monitoring the emerald ash borer (EAB), which was recently discovered in western New York. […]

Emerald Ash Borer Info Offered September 27

September 17, 2008 Contributor

On Saturday, September 27 at the Salmon River Fish Hatchery at 2133 County Route 22 in Altmar, Salmon River Steward Greg Chapman will be available from 11am to 3pm to answer questions about the Emerald Ash Borer, an invasive forest pest that threatens invasion of the Tug Hill region. […]