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Lanternfly, Other Invasives,

Explored In OCCA Programs

The spotted lanternfly is the latest invasive creating concern locally.

Three programs – one specifically on the lanternfly, another specifically on Japanese knotweed – are planned locally in the next few days to mark Invasive Species Awareness Week, the OCCA announced today.

They are:

  • Spotting the Lanternfly: Early Detection Training for our Newest Invader, 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 9, at Mohican Farm 7207 Route 80 (West Lake Road)
  • Chop and Cheese, Japanese Knotweed Removal, 6 p.m., Wednesday, July 10, also at at Mohican Farm
  • Invasive Species Teach-In, 11 a.m. Saturday July 13, large pavilion, Wilber Park, Oneonta. Bring suspicious plants for identification.

All programs are free and open to the public, though pre-registration is appreciated. Visit occainfo.org for more information or to register for a program.

 

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