National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW) 2024
Save the date and watch for PRISM events to recognize NISAW 2024!
Blue Ridge PRISM Inc
Invasive Species in the northern Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia
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Volunteer Training: Survey for Spotted Lanternfly Egg Masses (virtual)
WebinarJoin us during National Invasive Species Awareness Week 2024! The spotted lanternfly is an invasive insect that was discovered in Virginia in 2018, and has the potential to cause significant economic and ecological impacts. Help us monitor its spread by … Continue reading →
Richmond Invasive Species Awareness Week (RISAW 2024)
James River Park System Richmond, VAThe James River Park System Invasive Plant Task Force presents RISAW or Richmond Invasive Species Awareness Week March 3 - 9th, 2024. Events are planned for every day and include invasive removal events at local parks, a nature walk , … Continue reading →
VCE Southside Master Gardener Association (South Boston, VA)
South Boston-Halifax County Museum 1540 Wilborn Ave, South Boston, VANatali Walker from Blue Ridge PRISM will be joining virtually as she discusses how to identify invasive plants and practical strategies for managing invasive plants on your own property. This event is hosted by the VCE Southside Master Gardener Association. … Continue reading →
Managing Invasive Species (Berryville, VA)
Berryville-Clarke County Government Center 101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville, VA7 p.m. Wednesday, March 13: "Managing Invasive Species" at the Berryville-Clarke County Government Center (101 Chalmers Ct., Berryville) is a FREE presentation by Natali Walker of Blue Ridge PRISM, a non-profit organization dedicated to reducing the negative impact of invasive plants … Continue reading →
Virginia Working Landscapes Annual Meeting (Front Royal, VA)
Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute, Front Royal 1500 Remount Rd, Front Royal, VA, United StatesStop by and visit PRISM's information table! Virginia Working Landscapes (VWL) is a program of the Smithsonian National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institue (NZCBI) that promotes the conservation of native biodiversity and sustainable land use through research, education and community … Continue reading →
Pollinators in Your Yard
Ice House Building Downtown Harrisonburg 127 West Bruce Street, Harrisonburg, VACome and see PRISM volunteers at our information table in downtown Harrisonburg! Pollinators in Your Yard will kick off with updates on the City’s Pollinator Program and touch on pollinator spaces that are “intentional, planned and maintained”. The rest of the … Continue reading →
Spring/Summer Invasive Plant Workshop: Identification (virtual)
WebinarOur online workshop will provide an introduction to invasive plants and will help you to identify different species for the spring and summer. This session will take place via Zoom and will include a Q&A period with PRISM experts. Cost: … Continue reading →
$10
Spring/Summer Invasive Plant Workshop: Management & Control (virtual)
WebinarDuring our online workshop, you will learn how to best manage invasive plants during the spring and summer seasons. This workshop will take place via Zoom and will include a Q&A period with PRISM experts. Topics covered in this session … Continue reading →
$10
Spring/Summer Invasive Plant Workshop (Nellysford, VA)
Rockfish Valley Foundation - Camille Trailhead 721 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA, United StatesIn partnership with the Rockfish Valley Foundation, Blue Ridge PRISM is happy to offer an in-person workshop to guide you through invasive plant management in the spring and summer. Join Blue Ridge PRISM’s knowledgeable staff at the beautiful Rockfish Valley … Continue reading →
$25
21st Annual Bluebell Walk on Cedar Run (Catlett, VA)
Bonny Brook Farm 8446 Old Dumfries Road, Catlett, VACome visit PRISM staff and volunteers at this upcoming event from our partner, PEC, and stroll through the Virginia bluebells. Join The Piedmont Environmental Council's Julian W. Scheer Fauquier Land Conservation Fund for the 21st Annual Bluebell Walk on Cedar Run. This … Continue reading →
Spring Native Plant Sale at Morven Park (Leesburg, VA)
Morven Park 17195 Southern Planter Lane, Leessburg, VASpring Native Plant Sale at Morven Park April 13 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Native plants add beauty and interest to your garden year round and provide important habitat for wildlife. Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s Native Plant Sale is the place to buy … Continue reading →
An Evening with Dana Milbank (Charlottesville, VA)
The Jefferson School African American Heritage Center 233 4th St NW, Charlottesville, VirginiaJoin us for a night with Dana Milbank, where we'll chat, laugh, and maybe even learn a thing or two about nature! Blue Ridge PRISM is pleased to host Washington Post opinion columnist and author, Dana Milbank, on April 13th … Continue reading →
Spring Meeting: “Native Plants for Your Landscape,” with Guest Speaker Peggy Singlemann (virtual)
WebinarOn Tuesday, April 16, we will be joined by Peggy Singlemann who is the host and co-producer of "Virginia Home Grown," a VPM/PBS program. She will talk about native plant options for your backyard landscapes. Peggy served as Director of … Continue reading →
Earth Day Staunton 2024 – Stop the Plastic Tidal Wave! (Staunton, VA)
Gypsy Hill Park Bandstand 600 Churchville Ave, Staunton, VirginiaStop by the Blue Ridge PRISM table to meet our staff and grab some good information! Come celebrate Earth Day with a family-friendly, fun-for-all day. Meet local wildlife with programs from The Wildlife Center of Virginia. Touch stream critters. See … Continue reading →