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2016-10 Coordinators Report
2016-10 Coordinators Report
October 2016
Managing invasive species in Langlade, Menominee, Oconto, and Shawano counties
Overview
October moved at a much quicker pace this year than last year. There was a little less office time,
and a lot more networking and control. Here are our highlights:
UMISC Conference
From October 16th to the 19th TIPs Coordinator was at the Upper
Midwest Invasive Species Conference (UMISC) thanks to Lumberjack RC&D. This conference
brought together an estimated 650 people from all over the US and Canada to learn about whats
being done to manage invasive species. To put it briefly, we have some new ideas and perspectives and look forward to sharing them with you!
DID YOU KNOW: In some counties in Minnesota they have been seeing European Highbush Cranberry (Viburnum opulus ssp. opulus) escape into the wild? They are concerned it may be invasive in some areas.
Cost
October
Year-to-Date
Labor
$2,600
$23,100
Supplies $0
$1,700
Mileage
$200
$700
Total
$2,800
$25,600
Looking Forward
Coordinators Focus
In November, I will be working to complete the projects that have funding that will expire if not
used before the end of the year. The rest of my time will likely be spent working on TIPs GLRI
grant proposal.
Coordinator Availability
Due to the nature of the upcoming projects I will likely be available to be contacted in the TIP
office during regular business hours. I should have enough available time to deal with most
concerns that arise, but will be unable to take on any time-intensive projects.
Volunteers Wanted
As many of you know, TIP will be developing an educational guide to invasive species over the
next year. If you would be interested in volunteering to help on this project, be sure to let us
know. Well need editors, photographers, and informational experts.
LUMBERJACK
RESOURCE CONSERVATION & DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL, INC.
Serving Florence, Forest, Langlade, Lincoln, Menominee, Oconto, Oneida, Shawano & Vilas Counties in
Northeast Wisconsin, U.S.A.
Important Dates
November
8: TIP Steering Committee Meeting. 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM in Keshena. Primary focus will be on
developing the GLRI grant proposal. If interested in listening in, or if you have concerns for the TIP
area you would like to bring attention to, contact the TIP Coordinator.
15: 2016 Buck Fever Night. 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM at the Shawano County Highway Shop. TIP will
have a booth at this family-oriented event. The event is aimed at getting young people interested in
the outdoors. Last year it was a fun event with a great turnout!
15-16: Statewide AIS Coordinator Meeting at the Mead Wildlife Center. AIS Coordinators from
across the state will be meeting to discuss important issues. Unfortunately, TIP will not be represented at this meeting.
December
6: TIP Executive Committee Meeting. (Tentative)
Check out the TIP Calendar Online at www.timberlandinvasives.org for more events!
Volunteering
Volunteers help in the manual removal of invasive species from public lands and ditches within the
CISMA, and are most welcome! Scheduling is flexible so please contact TIP Coordinator at the information below to establish a date and time you would like to volunteer.
Donations
For monetary donations, please contact Tracy Beckman at (715)369-9886.
Stay informed
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