2023 Events & Opportunities
OIPC Recent Workshops a Success!
OIPC held two invasive plant workshops recently with 2 new partners. We are pleased to be able to offer workshops again. On July 25th, Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District (JAMPD) in Lima hosted the first workshop. We had speakers from OIPC, JAMPD, Metro Parks of Toledo, and Cleveland Metro Parks (see the agenda here). Approximately 25 people attended. The workshop included over 30 specimens of invasive plants and a short field trip to visit some of the JAMPD restoration efforts.
On August 8th, the Greenacres Foundation near Cincinnati hosted a workshop at their Spooky Hollow Farm, an excellent facility for close to 50 people. We had speakers from OIPC, Greenacres, and Great Parks of Hamilton County (see the agenda here). After lunch, we visited 3 different field sites to view restoration efforts, research in progress, and their native plant gardens. We had a wide range of attendees from nearby park districts, Soil & Water Conservation Districts, Cardinal Land Conservancy, Greenacres Foundation, and The Nature Conservancy.
OIPC held two invasive plant workshops recently with 2 new partners. We are pleased to be able to offer workshops again. On July 25th, Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District (JAMPD) in Lima hosted the first workshop. We had speakers from OIPC, JAMPD, Metro Parks of Toledo, and Cleveland Metro Parks (see the agenda here). Approximately 25 people attended. The workshop included over 30 specimens of invasive plants and a short field trip to visit some of the JAMPD restoration efforts.
On August 8th, the Greenacres Foundation near Cincinnati hosted a workshop at their Spooky Hollow Farm, an excellent facility for close to 50 people. We had speakers from OIPC, Greenacres, and Great Parks of Hamilton County (see the agenda here). After lunch, we visited 3 different field sites to view restoration efforts, research in progress, and their native plant gardens. We had a wide range of attendees from nearby park districts, Soil & Water Conservation Districts, Cardinal Land Conservancy, Greenacres Foundation, and The Nature Conservancy.
Sept. 12 OIPC Workshop
The last OIPC Workshop for 2023 was at the Cedar Bog Nature Center in Champaign County, south of Urbana. This was a great opportunity to learn more about invasive plants, learn how to recognize invaders in our natural areas, and also see control work in progress. The agenda is available HERE in PDF format.
The last OIPC Workshop for 2023 was at the Cedar Bog Nature Center in Champaign County, south of Urbana. This was a great opportunity to learn more about invasive plants, learn how to recognize invaders in our natural areas, and also see control work in progress. The agenda is available HERE in PDF format.
OIPC IS SEEKING APPLICATIONS FOR RESEARCH GRANTS!
OIPC is soliciting applications for our Invasive Plants Research Grants. This grants program funds research projects on invasive plants in Ohio for amounts up to $1,500. Projects initiated by graduate students, land managers, or amateur botanists are welcomed.
We will accept and review proposals that focus on basic biology, ecology, management, distribution, or horticultural aspects of invasive plants in Ohio. Our highest priority for funding is for proposals that address questions about potential invasive plants for which the lack of published data hinders their evaluation by the OIPC Assessment Team. In addition, we will also prioritize proposals that directly connect to management of invasives. When the grant evaluation team reviews grant proposals, extra points are given for proposals which address these priority areas. More information is available as a PDF HERE.
Applications are due by February 29, 2024.
Emily Rauschert, OIPC Research Chair, Cleveland State University, [email protected]
OIPC is soliciting applications for our Invasive Plants Research Grants. This grants program funds research projects on invasive plants in Ohio for amounts up to $1,500. Projects initiated by graduate students, land managers, or amateur botanists are welcomed.
We will accept and review proposals that focus on basic biology, ecology, management, distribution, or horticultural aspects of invasive plants in Ohio. Our highest priority for funding is for proposals that address questions about potential invasive plants for which the lack of published data hinders their evaluation by the OIPC Assessment Team. In addition, we will also prioritize proposals that directly connect to management of invasives. When the grant evaluation team reviews grant proposals, extra points are given for proposals which address these priority areas. More information is available as a PDF HERE.
Applications are due by February 29, 2024.
Emily Rauschert, OIPC Research Chair, Cleveland State University, [email protected]
2022 Events
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Summary of the 2022 OPIC Annual Meeting
The 2022 Annual Meeting at Highbanks Metro Park Nature Center in Lewis Center was highly successful with over 75 attendees. There was a morning session with speakers and an outdoor afternoon session with hikes and control demonstrations. OIPC was very fortunate to have 13 sponsors for the Annual Meeting, which generated over $1,500 in support. Thank you to our generous sponsors! We also appreciate the support from the Columbus Metro Parks for hosting these events. Speakers at the Annual Meeting included Jennifer Windus, Theresa Culley, Gary Conley, and Emily Finch (see program). Lunch was provided by Panera Bread for both events. We were pleased that so many people attended both events and were happy to be back together, discussing invasive plants issues. |
OIPC Workshop: Invasive Plants in Your Backyard
This Sept. 1 meeting was hosted by the Crawford Park District at the Lowe-Volk Nature Center, 2401 State Route 598, Crestline, OH 44827. See the agenda HERE, complete with speakers, a presentation on ONAPA's Stewardship Program, a provided lunch, and an outdoor session.
This Sept. 1 meeting was hosted by the Crawford Park District at the Lowe-Volk Nature Center, 2401 State Route 598, Crestline, OH 44827. See the agenda HERE, complete with speakers, a presentation on ONAPA's Stewardship Program, a provided lunch, and an outdoor session.
OIPC Presentation at Brukner Nature Center, Troy, OH
Brukner Nature Center had a native plant sale on June 11, 10am-3pm.
11:00am Good Plants Gone Bad: An Overview of Invasive Plants & Their Alternatives in Ohio
Jennifer Windus, Ohio Invasive Plants Council president
Brukner Nature Center had a native plant sale on June 11, 10am-3pm.
11:00am Good Plants Gone Bad: An Overview of Invasive Plants & Their Alternatives in Ohio
Jennifer Windus, Ohio Invasive Plants Council president
2021 Events
Successful 2021 OIPC Annual Meeting
The Ohio Invasive Plants Council annual meeting for 2021 was held virtually on Zoom on October 15th, 2021 from 9 am until noon.
The meeting consisted of updates from OIPC President, Jennifer Windus, and from Dr. Theresa Culley, head of the OIPC Assessment team. Based on the popularity of Rapid Assessments at the last OIPC Research Conference, land managers from across the state provided updates on their land management efforts, this time featuring: Mark Warman from the Cleveland Metroparks, LaRae Sprow from Metroparks Toledo, Emily Crocket and Holly Latterman from The Dawes Arboretum, Chris Roshon from Preservation Parks Delaware County, and Shelby Ashcraft from Five Rivers Metropark. Finally, Dr. Bethany Bradley from the University of Massachusetts gave a research talk entitled, “Breaking Down Barriers to Proactive & Consistent Risk Assessments of Invasive Plants.” See the full agenda HERE.
The Ohio Invasive Plants Council annual meeting for 2021 was held virtually on Zoom on October 15th, 2021 from 9 am until noon.
The meeting consisted of updates from OIPC President, Jennifer Windus, and from Dr. Theresa Culley, head of the OIPC Assessment team. Based on the popularity of Rapid Assessments at the last OIPC Research Conference, land managers from across the state provided updates on their land management efforts, this time featuring: Mark Warman from the Cleveland Metroparks, LaRae Sprow from Metroparks Toledo, Emily Crocket and Holly Latterman from The Dawes Arboretum, Chris Roshon from Preservation Parks Delaware County, and Shelby Ashcraft from Five Rivers Metropark. Finally, Dr. Bethany Bradley from the University of Massachusetts gave a research talk entitled, “Breaking Down Barriers to Proactive & Consistent Risk Assessments of Invasive Plants.” See the full agenda HERE.
2020 Events
2020 OIPC Annual Meeting
OIPC held its 2020 Annual Meeting on Friday, February 21st at a new facility, Eagleview Lodge, at the golf course at Blacklick Woods Metro Park. Close to 100 people attended the meeting. The meeting had 7 excellent speakers, including Theresa Culley, Eugene Braig, Mark Warman, Sarah Workman, Tziporah Serota, and Olivia Espinoza (see the program HERE). We also presented the OIPC 2019 Award of Distinction to Dr. David Brandenburg from The Dawes Arboretum (see our upcoming newsletter for an article about his accomplishments). We are grateful for 12 sponsors who supported the meeting, including the Stream & Wetlands Foundation, The Nature Conservancy, Davey Resource Group, The Wild Ones, The Conservationist, Five Rivers Metro Parks, Metroparks Toledo, Cleveland Museum of Natural History, Listerman & Associates, Geauga County Master Gardeners, Friends of Crowell-Hilaka, and Bluestem Farm. We were pleased so many people attended this meeting!
OIPC held its 2020 Annual Meeting on Friday, February 21st at a new facility, Eagleview Lodge, at the golf course at Blacklick Woods Metro Park. Close to 100 people attended the meeting. The meeting had 7 excellent speakers, including Theresa Culley, Eugene Braig, Mark Warman, Sarah Workman, Tziporah Serota, and Olivia Espinoza (see the program HERE). We also presented the OIPC 2019 Award of Distinction to Dr. David Brandenburg from The Dawes Arboretum (see our upcoming newsletter for an article about his accomplishments). We are grateful for 12 sponsors who supported the meeting, including the Stream & Wetlands Foundation, The Nature Conservancy, Davey Resource Group, The Wild Ones, The Conservationist, Five Rivers Metro Parks, Metroparks Toledo, Cleveland Museum of Natural History, Listerman & Associates, Geauga County Master Gardeners, Friends of Crowell-Hilaka, and Bluestem Farm. We were pleased so many people attended this meeting!
2020 Request for Invasive Plants Research Grant Proposals
OIPC is soliciting applications for our Invasive Plants Research Grants. This grants program funds research projects on invasive plants in Ohio for amounts up to $1,500. Projects initiated by graduate students, land managers, or amateur botanists are welcomed. Our highest priority for funding is for proposals that address questions about potential invasive plants for which the lack of published data hinders their evaluation by the OIPC Assessment Team. In addition, we will also prioritize proposals that directly connect to management of invasives.
UPDATE - Deadline extended: Applications are due no later than November 15, 2020. More information is available HERE.
OIPC is soliciting applications for our Invasive Plants Research Grants. This grants program funds research projects on invasive plants in Ohio for amounts up to $1,500. Projects initiated by graduate students, land managers, or amateur botanists are welcomed. Our highest priority for funding is for proposals that address questions about potential invasive plants for which the lack of published data hinders their evaluation by the OIPC Assessment Team. In addition, we will also prioritize proposals that directly connect to management of invasives.
UPDATE - Deadline extended: Applications are due no later than November 15, 2020. More information is available HERE.
KUDZU DISTRIBUTION MAPPING AND AWARENESS
Resources from OSU, College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences, GLEDN,
and Ohio Woodland Stewards Program
OIPC seeks your help in distribution mapping and in promoting public awareness of one of the newest invasives in Ohio: Kudzu! We encourage all Ohioans, including students, teachers, land managers, birdwatchers, backpackers, gardeners, wildflower enthusiasts, etc. to download the EDDMapS Smart Phone App and document any kudzu found growing in Ohio. For the latest news and information concerning kudzu in Ohio, see the News article "Plant That Ate the South Is Here:Poster Tells Public to Watch Out for Kudzu" or request the new kudzu awareness poster from the Ohio Woodland Stewards Program at [email protected].
and Ohio Woodland Stewards Program
OIPC seeks your help in distribution mapping and in promoting public awareness of one of the newest invasives in Ohio: Kudzu! We encourage all Ohioans, including students, teachers, land managers, birdwatchers, backpackers, gardeners, wildflower enthusiasts, etc. to download the EDDMapS Smart Phone App and document any kudzu found growing in Ohio. For the latest news and information concerning kudzu in Ohio, see the News article "Plant That Ate the South Is Here:Poster Tells Public to Watch Out for Kudzu" or request the new kudzu awareness poster from the Ohio Woodland Stewards Program at [email protected].
2019 Events
OIPC Co-Hosted the Invasive Plant Symposium at the North Central Weed Science Society Meeting - Dec. 13, 2019
OIPC partnered with the North Central Weed Science Society (NCWSS) and the Midwest Invasive Plant Network (MIPN) to co-host an Invasive Plant Symposium, Dec. 13, 2019 from 9am-3:30pm, as a part of the NCWSS Annual Meeting at the Hyatt-Regency Hotel in Columbus, OH. The agenda consisted of six speakers, including Jennifer Windus, Steve Hovick, and Mark Brand on relevant invasive plant topics, including regional collaborative efforts, data sharing, control of reed canary grass, and invasiveness of shrubby cultivars.
Webinar about Aquatic Hydrilla - Nov. 19, 2019
Interested participants were invited to learn more about the detection and management of invasive Hydrilla, at the Great Lakes Hydrilla Collaborative’s technical webinar, “Two Case Studies on Hydrilla Rapid Response in the Great Lakes,” on Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at 2:00 pm EST. There was an approximately 40-minute panel presentation followed by a Q&A session. A recording of the webinar was made available on
http://hydrillacollaborative.com/.
Interested participants were invited to learn more about the detection and management of invasive Hydrilla, at the Great Lakes Hydrilla Collaborative’s technical webinar, “Two Case Studies on Hydrilla Rapid Response in the Great Lakes,” on Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at 2:00 pm EST. There was an approximately 40-minute panel presentation followed by a Q&A session. A recording of the webinar was made available on
http://hydrillacollaborative.com/.
Recent Invasive Plants Seminar at Kingwood Center Gardens, Mansfield
OIPC partnered with the Kingwood Center Gardens in Mansfield to hold an invasive plant workshop on Thursday, May 16th. There were two speakers in the morning, Jennifer Windus (invasive plants' overview) and David Listerman (alternatives to invasives). During lunch, the 16 attendees reviewed an extensive display of more than 20 invasive plant species. After lunch, Willie Hofstetter from Kingwood spoke about invasive plants on the grounds. Then the group went on a tour of the grounds, led by Mike Albert, also from Kingwood. It was a great day to learn about invasive plants and their alternatives! See the agenda and list of speakers HERE.
OIPC partnered with the Kingwood Center Gardens in Mansfield to hold an invasive plant workshop on Thursday, May 16th. There were two speakers in the morning, Jennifer Windus (invasive plants' overview) and David Listerman (alternatives to invasives). During lunch, the 16 attendees reviewed an extensive display of more than 20 invasive plant species. After lunch, Willie Hofstetter from Kingwood spoke about invasive plants on the grounds. Then the group went on a tour of the grounds, led by Mike Albert, also from Kingwood. It was a great day to learn about invasive plants and their alternatives! See the agenda and list of speakers HERE.
UPDATE: 9 Recently Assessed Species for 2018 Added to the OIPC List
Click here to see the newest additions to the list. Plants determined to be invasive are Canada Thistle (Cirsium arvense), Poison Hemlock (Conium maculatum), Wild Parsnip (Pastinaca sativa), and Amur Corktree (Phellodendron amurense).
Click here to see the newest additions to the list. Plants determined to be invasive are Canada Thistle (Cirsium arvense), Poison Hemlock (Conium maculatum), Wild Parsnip (Pastinaca sativa), and Amur Corktree (Phellodendron amurense).
2019 Annual Meeting
The annual meeting in 2019 was held as part of the OIPC Research Conference on Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019 at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center on the OSU campus in Columbus. See the brochure HERE.
The annual meeting in 2019 was held as part of the OIPC Research Conference on Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019 at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center on the OSU campus in Columbus. See the brochure HERE.
OIPC 2019 Research Conference Was a Success!
The Ohio Invasive Plants Council (OIPC) held its sixth research conference on February 13th, 2019 at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center in Columbus, with more than 175 people attending. The conference, titled "Better Together: Connecting Invasive Plant Management and Research", included 13 speakers covering topics related to invasive plant research and control efforts.
The keynote speaker was Dr. Karin Kettenring, who spoke about effective management of wetland invaders, particularly Phragmites. There was also a new session, “Rapid Updates”, which focused on the outcomes of invasive plant management projects by land managers from across Ohio, and 13 poster presentations describing current research and management projects.
Download a conference program HERE.
OIPC is very thankful for the 19 sponsors who helped to financially support the conference and upcoming OIPC activities. OSU Chadwick Arboretum & Learning Gardens generously sponsored the facility expenses. Thank you!
The OIPC Annual Meeting was held during the lunch hour, which featured the 2018 OIPC Award of Recognition for Delores Cole, OIPC's webmaster.
The keynote speaker was Dr. Karin Kettenring, who spoke about effective management of wetland invaders, particularly Phragmites. There was also a new session, “Rapid Updates”, which focused on the outcomes of invasive plant management projects by land managers from across Ohio, and 13 poster presentations describing current research and management projects.
Download a conference program HERE.
OIPC is very thankful for the 19 sponsors who helped to financially support the conference and upcoming OIPC activities. OSU Chadwick Arboretum & Learning Gardens generously sponsored the facility expenses. Thank you!
The OIPC Annual Meeting was held during the lunch hour, which featured the 2018 OIPC Award of Recognition for Delores Cole, OIPC's webmaster.
NOTICE ABOUT OIPC BY-LAW CHANGES:
For your information, the OIPC Board has approved two minor changes to its by-laws, to become effective by the Annual Meeting in February. We will be allowing Board members to serve a 3rd consecutive term, if it is determined by the majority of the Board that this is in the best interest of the organization to do so. Currently, Board members may only serve 2 consecutive 3-year terms. We also will now have Board members elected by the Board, rather than having an election at the Annual Meeting. New and continuing Board members will be announced on the website and in our newsletter. If you have any questions, please contact us HERE.
For your information, the OIPC Board has approved two minor changes to its by-laws, to become effective by the Annual Meeting in February. We will be allowing Board members to serve a 3rd consecutive term, if it is determined by the majority of the Board that this is in the best interest of the organization to do so. Currently, Board members may only serve 2 consecutive 3-year terms. We also will now have Board members elected by the Board, rather than having an election at the Annual Meeting. New and continuing Board members will be announced on the website and in our newsletter. If you have any questions, please contact us HERE.
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In Memoriam of OIPC Volunteer Delores Cole
We are sad to announce that Delores Cole, who received the OIPC 2018 Award of Recognition, passed away on May 5th after a courageous battle with cancer. Delores was a strong force behind the OIPC; her contributions during the past four years consisted of the redesign and management of the OIPC website, registration for all OIPC events, design of event programs, and numerous IT services. Her amazing talents and generous heart will be missed by the many organizations she served in Ohio, including the OIPC. |
2018 Events
2018 Annual Meeting
Peter Lowe from The Dawes Arboretum and Theresa Culley from the University of Cincinnati hold a slice of the last Callery pear tree at Dawes that was cut down at the Annual Meeting.
OIPC held its 2018 Annual Meeting at The Dawes Arboretum, just south of Newark, on February 23rd (see program HERE). More than 100 people attended with 14 sponsors, most of which brought displays about their organization or business. Speakers included Theresa Culley and Kurt Dreisilker presenting about the role of public gardens in invasive plant spread, David Kriska and Ben Piazza speaking about the restoration of Mentor Marsh, Dan Kenny providing an update on the new ODA rules on invasive plants, and Jennifer Windus providing an update on OIPC's 2017 accomplishments and 2018 plans. One of the highlights of the day was the 2017 Awards of Recognition to Tom Borgman and Mary Klunk, both Metro Parks' land managers from southwestern Ohio. Another highlight was the cutting of the last Callery pear tree at The Dawes Arboretum during the lunch break. Despite the rainy weather, it was excellent day and OIPC was very pleased with the attendance. See the agenda HERE.
2017 Events
OIPC Annual MeetingFebruary 23, 2017
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Highbanks Metro Park 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N) Lewis Center, Ohio Annual Meeting Agenda (PDF) |
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The 2017 OIPC Annual Meeting was held at Highbanks Metro Park's Nature Center, north of Columbus, on February 23, 2017. It was a popular event this year with 95 people attending. Topics covered at the meeting included a summary of OIPC's 2016 accomplishments, presentations and discussion about 4 Cooperative Weed Management Areas (CWMA) in Ohio, and an overview of The Nature Conservancy's landscape-approach to invasive plant control in Ohio. The featured CWMAs were the Lake Erie CWMA, Crooked River CWMA (NE Ohio), Oak Openings CWMA (NW Ohio), and Ohio River Valley Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (CISMA, in SW Ohio). The meeting also featured a presentation to Don Geiger for OIPC's 2016 Award of Recognition, acknowledging all his work with invasive plants for many years in the Dayton area. The 3 recipients of the 2017 OIPC research grants were announced. Two Board members were re-elected, Shana Byrd and Michele Banker, and two new Board members were elected, Emily Rauschert and Susan Schmidt. OIPC had 9 generous sponsors for this meeting - EcoLogic, Ohio Wetlands Association, Noxious Vegetation Control, Davey Resource Group, Cleveland Museum of Natural History, Crane Hollow Inc., Spectrum UAV, The Conservationist Inc., and Listerman & Associates Inc. These sponsors help to support the meeting expenses and other OIPC projects in 2017.
OIPC ANNUAL MEETING SPONSORS
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Pricing
$20 - Workshop and Turkey Box Lunch $20 - Workshop and Tuna Salad Box Lunch $20 - Workshop and Vegetarian Box Lunch $10 - Workshop Only |
Invasive Plants in Your Backyard
August 29th, 2017 - 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Gorman Nature Center 2295 Lexington Ave Mansfield, Ohio An OIPC Workshop for landowners and land managers, in cooperation with Gorman Nature Center. Programs focus on invasive plants in your yard and their control. This workshop includes morning refreshments and programs, a prepaid lunch (or bring your own lunch), a field trip on the grounds of the Gorman Nature Center to identify invasive plants, and a plant sale. If you plan on joining us for the walk, wear comfortable shoes. |
Workshop Schedule
- 9:30-10:00 a.m.: Registration and refreshments
- 10:00 a. m.: "Good Plants Gone Bad: An Overview of Invasive Plants" , presented by Jennifer Windus, OIPC President
- 10:45 a.m.: “Invasive Plant Control in the Richland County Park District”, presented by Kyle Bailey, Director of Facilities & Land Management, Richland Co. PD
- 11:30 a.m.: Break to review invasive plant specimens
Lunch (box lunches from Panera Bread, if pre-ordered, or bring your own) - 12:30 p.m.: “Choosing Good Alternatives for Invasive Plants”, presented by The Dawes Arboretum
- 1:00-2:30 p.m.: Field trip at Gorman Nature Center to review invasive plants & control techniques
(we will break into smaller groups) - 2:30 p.m.: Return to Nature Center for plant sale,
Plants provided by The Dawes Arboretum & Natives in Harmony
Pricing
$20 - Workshop and Turkey Box Lunch $20 - Workshop and Tuna Salad Box Lunch $20 - Workshop and Vegetarian Box Lunch $10 - Workshop Only |
Invasive Plants in Your Backyard
An OIPC Workshop for Homeowners, Volunteers, & Land Managers, in cooperation with Columbus Recreation & Parks Thursday, September 14th, 2017 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Whetstone Park of Roses 3901 North High Street Columbus, Ohio This workshop includes morning refreshments and programs, a prepaid lunch (or bring your own lunch), a field trip on the grounds of the park to identify invasive plants, and a plant sale. If you plan on joining us for the walk, wear comfortable shoes. |
Workshop Schedule
- 09:30-10 a.m.: Registration/refreshments
- 10:00 a.m.: "Good Plants Gone Bad: An Overview of Invasive Plants" presented by Jennifer Windus, OIPC President
- 10:45 a.m.:“Ecological Restoration in the Olentangy Watershed by Columbus Recreation & Parks”
presented by Marylouise Bohannon, Columbus Ecological Restoration Program - 11:30 a.m.: Break to review invasive plant specimens
- 11:30 a.m.: Lunch (Box Lunches from Panera Bread, if pre-ordered, or bring your own)
- 12:30 p.m.: “Choosing Good Alternatives for Invasive Plants” presented by David Listerman, Listerman & Associates, OIPC Board
- 01:00-2:30 p.m.: Field trip at Whetstone Park of Roses to review invasive plants & control techniques (break into smaller groups)
- 02:30 p.m.: Return for plant sale. Plants provided by The Dawes Arboretum
2016 Events
Invasive Plants 2016 Student Research Grant Awardees
This years grant program is sponsored by the Ohio Invasive Plant Council, the Ohio Natural Areas & Preserves Association (ONAPA) and the Cincinnati Wildflower Preservation Society (CWPS).
Elizabeth J Roberson is from Wright State University.
Her project: Distribution and impacts of Burning Bush (Euonymus alatus) on native plants and arthropod communities in Ohio
Kylie Martinod is from Miami University.
Her project: Importance of an invasive shrub, Amur honeysuckle, in the diet of white-tailed deer: nutritional quality and browse rates
Jennifer E. Murphy is from Case Western Reserve University.
Her project: Understanding the above and below-ground mechanisms governing woody shrub invasions: the role of plant soil feedbacks, seasonal growth, and physiological processes
Eric B. Borth is from The University of Dayton.
His project: Lethal and sub-lethal effects of the invasive shrub Amur honeysuckle (Lonicera maackii) on an aquatic organism, a field-to-lab experimental approach.
Colin G. Cope is from Case Western Reserve University.
His project: Does the interaction of activated carbon and the invasive species affect arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi colonization and nutrient content of P. peltatum?
Her project: Distribution and impacts of Burning Bush (Euonymus alatus) on native plants and arthropod communities in Ohio
Kylie Martinod is from Miami University.
Her project: Importance of an invasive shrub, Amur honeysuckle, in the diet of white-tailed deer: nutritional quality and browse rates
Jennifer E. Murphy is from Case Western Reserve University.
Her project: Understanding the above and below-ground mechanisms governing woody shrub invasions: the role of plant soil feedbacks, seasonal growth, and physiological processes
Eric B. Borth is from The University of Dayton.
His project: Lethal and sub-lethal effects of the invasive shrub Amur honeysuckle (Lonicera maackii) on an aquatic organism, a field-to-lab experimental approach.
Colin G. Cope is from Case Western Reserve University.
His project: Does the interaction of activated carbon and the invasive species affect arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi colonization and nutrient content of P. peltatum?
July 20th INVASIVE PLANT WORKSHOP
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OIPC held a successful invasive plant workshop entitled "Aliens on Your Land: Strategies for Controlling Invasive Plants" at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park on July 20th, 5-8 p.m. This workshop was conducted in cooperation with the ODNR Divisions of Forestry and Natural Areas & Preserves. Speakers included Jennifer Windus (OIPC President), Jeff Johnson (Division of Natural Areas & Preserves, and Tom Macy and Cotton Randall (both with the Division of Forestry). 49 people attended and learned about invasive plants and methods to control them. During the break, attendees could view invasive plant specimens to help them identify them on their own property.
OIPC will host another workshop on September 8th at Stratford Ecological Center in Delaware, covering many of the same topics and speakers, but also including box lunches and a field trip in the afternoon to view invasive plants at Stratford Woods.
OIPC will host another workshop on September 8th at Stratford Ecological Center in Delaware, covering many of the same topics and speakers, but also including box lunches and a field trip in the afternoon to view invasive plants at Stratford Woods.
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OHIO INVASIVE PLANT RESEARCH CONFERENCE
Keith Manbeck, OIPC President, Jennifer Windus, and OIPC Vice President, David Gorchov
Preventing, Understanding, and Combating Plant Invasions
February 11, 2016
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center
2201 Fred Taylor Dr., Columbus, OH
The Ohio Invasive Plants Council hosted another successful Research Conference on Thursday, February 11th, 2016 at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center in Columbus, Ohio. This conference focused on preventing, understanding , and combating plant invasions. More than 250 people registered for the conference and there were 14 generous sponsors supporting the conference. OIPC also received a grant from The Columbus Foundation - the Dr. Thelma I. Schoonover Fund, which helped cover conference expenses. The program included seven (7) speakers, a poster session, and a short Annual Meeting at lunchtime to review OIPC's 2015 accomplishments. The keynote speaker was Sarah Reichard from the University of Washington Botanic Gardens, speaking on how industry, academics, and government can work together on this important issue. Box lunches and refreshments were provided by Panera Bread.
Click HERE for the conference program and HERE for the Proceedings (Abstracts.
Two of the highlights of the Annual Meeting were to announce the 5 recipients of the OIPC 2016 small research grants program, see below and the 2015 Award of Recognition. This award went to Keith Manbeck, a former OIPC Board member representing the nursery industry, for his outstanding contributions to improving coordination between OIPC and ONLA (Ohio Nursery & Landscape Association), particularly for the OIPC invasive plant assessment protocol. Click HERE for more on Keith's contributions.
February 11, 2016
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center
2201 Fred Taylor Dr., Columbus, OH
The Ohio Invasive Plants Council hosted another successful Research Conference on Thursday, February 11th, 2016 at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center in Columbus, Ohio. This conference focused on preventing, understanding , and combating plant invasions. More than 250 people registered for the conference and there were 14 generous sponsors supporting the conference. OIPC also received a grant from The Columbus Foundation - the Dr. Thelma I. Schoonover Fund, which helped cover conference expenses. The program included seven (7) speakers, a poster session, and a short Annual Meeting at lunchtime to review OIPC's 2015 accomplishments. The keynote speaker was Sarah Reichard from the University of Washington Botanic Gardens, speaking on how industry, academics, and government can work together on this important issue. Box lunches and refreshments were provided by Panera Bread.
Click HERE for the conference program and HERE for the Proceedings (Abstracts.
Two of the highlights of the Annual Meeting were to announce the 5 recipients of the OIPC 2016 small research grants program, see below and the 2015 Award of Recognition. This award went to Keith Manbeck, a former OIPC Board member representing the nursery industry, for his outstanding contributions to improving coordination between OIPC and ONLA (Ohio Nursery & Landscape Association), particularly for the OIPC invasive plant assessment protocol. Click HERE for more on Keith's contributions.
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Dr. Sarah Reichard
We were saddened to learn that Dr. Sarah Reichard, our keynote speaker at the 2016 Research Conference (pictured right), passed away suddenly while leading a University of Washington Botanic Gardens tour in South Africa. For more on Dr. Reichard's life and contributions to understanding invasive plants, click HERE. |
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RESEARCH CONFERENCE PHOTOS
2015 Events
Ohio Sustainable Landscape Symposium
Dawes Arboretum, Newark, Ohio
Saturday, September 12, 2015, 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
Given the wonderful variety of plants in Ohio’s natural habitats, there is growing interest in the beauty, function and value offered by native plants in a landscape setting. Join us for a day of learning as we explore the many benefits of creating more sustainable and healthy landscapes for the future. Discover how ecological design, proper plant selection and upfront care reduces the need for fertilizer, watering and pesticides—all while creating habitat for wildlife. Event speakers include Dewey Hollister (Landscape Designer & Project Manager for Ohio Governor’s Residence and Heritage Garden), Dr. Nicole Cavender (Vice President of Science & Conservation at The Morton Arboretum) and Hope Taft (Former Ohio First Lady), in addition to many others.
The symposium also includes plant ID sessions, hands-on workshops, garden walks, take-home lessons and tours highlighting habitat restoration and eco-landscaping throughout The Arboretum. Lunch is included and participants receive a native plant and one-on-one advice during the Fall Plant Sale, which showcases some of the best native trees, shrubs and flowering plants for restoring Ohio’s unique biodiversity. Space is limited, so register early.
Member Price: $55, General Admission: $70 (includes a one year Sugar Maple membership to The Arboretum).
2014 Events
OIPC Workshop "So You Know You Have Invasive Plants, Now What?", held May 21, 2014
OIPC along with several partners held a Workshop on Managing Invasives in Southeast Ohio at Hocking Hills State Park Lodge on May 21, 2014 (see this LINK for details). The Workshop included Field Trips and Control Demonstrations (see this LINK for the Agenda).
2013 Events
Symposium on Invasive Plants in the Midwest, held December 11-12, 2013
The Midwest Invasive Plant Network (MIPN) and the Ohio Invasive Plant Council (OIPC) co-hosted a two day symposium on invasive plants at the North Central Weed Science Society conference in Columbus, OH, on December 11-12, 2013. The symposium focus was on invasive plants in natural areas and included a plenary session, as well as concurrent sessions on a broad array of topics. Topics included assessing invasiveness of non-native plant species, using online reporting tools for early detection and management, and an in-depth session on Asian bush honeysuckle impacts and management. Notable Speakers included: Daniel Simberloff, University of Tennessee; Diane Larson, U.S. Geological Survey; Don Cipollini, Wright State University.
Strengthening the Bridge between Research and Management held February 21, 2013
The OIPC 2013 Research Conference was held in Columbus, Ohio. The keynote speaker, Mark H. Brand, Professor of Horticulture, University of Connecticut, spoke on "Horticulture forms of barberry and euronymus: Are they really that invasive". The day included many other varied topics from well known and respected speakers. Contact David Gorchov, [email protected] for further information.
Hydrilla Workshop : Early Detection and Rapid Response in the Lake Erie Watershed, held April 23, 2013
OIPC was a sponsor for this workshop that was held to encourage regional surveys for hydrilla and to develop connections among diverse organizations with an interest in preventing the spread of aquatic nuisance species. Please contact Jennifer Hillmer, Invasive Plant Coordinator, Division of Natural Resources [email protected] for additional information.
2011 Events
2011 OIPC Annual Meeting
The annual OIPC meeting was held in Columbus at Beech Maple Lodge in Blacklick Woods Metro Bark on Feb. 14, 2011. See the agenda for more information.
Invasive Woody Plant Workshop, held October 14, 2011
An OIPC co-sponsored workshop on "Controlling Woody Invasive Plants in Your Woodlot" with the Ohio Woodland Stewards Program in Albany, Ohio.
2011 Events
Autumn Olive Control Workshop Held Sept. 24, 2010
An OIPC Workshop was held at The Wilds in Cumberland, OH, focusing on how to effectively control autumn olive. Nearly 100 people were in attendance, including land managers, landowners, and farmers. See the flyer for more information, including the agenda.
2010 OIPC Research Conference - Feb. 18, 2010
The third OIPC Research Conference held in Columbus, OH was a success with over 200 people attending. There were a number of different speakers, including a keynote address by Dr. Richard Mack, and a poster session with over 20 posters. Thank you to all who attended!
2010 OIPC Annual Meeting
The OIPC annual meeting was held Thursday, March 4, at Dawe's Arboretum in central Ohio. Featured speakers were Dr. Kayri Havens from the Chicago Botanical Garden speaking on "Invasive Plants: Global Issues, Local Challenges" and Steve Foltz from the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden speaking on "Native vs. Non-Native: What’s A Responsible Gardener To Do?". See the promotional flyer and agenda for more information.
2009 Events
OIPC Invasive Plant Workshop in SE Ohio on September 9, 2009
On September 19, 2009, a workshop was offered on "Good Plants Gone Bad: Invasive Plants of Southeast Ohio" at Washington State Community College in Marietta, OH. See the flyer HERE or brochure for more information. There were approximately 30 attendees.
Successful OIPC Workshop in NW Ohio July 14, 2009
OIPC and USFWS hosted an invasive plant workshop at Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, at their new visitor center on July 14th. Over 38 people attended the event, which consisted of a indoor morning session in the new visitor center and an afternoon session that included a field trip (hay ride through the marshes) and various displays. See the original flyer HERE for more information or the agenda for a list of speakers.
OIPC Invasive Plant Workshop in SW Ohio Feb. 14, 2009
A successful OIPC workshop was held Saturday, Feb. 14, at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden with the help of the Hamilton County Park District. Over 55 participants came to learn about invasive plants that can be found in the area as well as alternative non-invasive replacements or the garden. This workshop was geared towards the gardening public and nursery professionals. See the flyer for more information on what was discussed.
The OIPC 2009 Annual Meeting Featured Doug Pearsall and Don Cipollini
The 2009 OIPC annual meeting was held on Wednesday, February 11 from 9:30am-2:30pm, at Highbanks Metro Park north of Columbus, OH. The featured speakers were Doug Pearsall from the MI Chapter of TNC who spoke about TNC's collaboration with Meijer to limit invasive plants as well as his work with MI's Invasive Plant Assessement System. Our second speaker was our own Don Cipollini who talked about garlic mustard and its ability to use "novel weapons". Check HERE for the schedule.
2008 Events
OIPC SE Ohio Workshop Sept. 10, 2008
An OIPC workshop on invasive plants in southeastern OH was held in Marietta on Sept. 10. The agenda is still available HERE with a printable PDF flyer.
Creation of An Invasive Plant Educational Exhibit
OIPC partnered with the OSU Chadwick Arboretum & Learning Gardens to create "Thugs, Mugs, Bullies, and Creeps: Invasive Plants of Ohio." The display, located in Columbus, featured potted specimens of a dozen of the most invasive plants in the state. Brochures, handouts, and laminated fact sheets about each species are included in the display. Chadwick Arboretum and Learning Gardens, is an extensive green reserve on the OSU campus, with annuals, perennials, trees, and shrubs, some native and some non-native for the central Ohio climate. "Thugs, Mugs, Bullies, and Creeps: Invasive Plants of Ohio," was on display at Chadwick through Autumn 2008.
OIPC Invasive Plant Workshop on April 3, 2008
OIPC and the Medina County Park District hosted a successful invasive plant workshop on Thursday, April 3rd at Wolf Creek Environmental Center. The workshop included both a day session and an evening session (see photos), both of which were attended by about 30 different people. The day session included refreshments, box lunches, 4 speakers, invasive plant specimens, and demonstrations of control techniques. Box lunches were provided by the Ohio Prairie Nursery and Townsend Chemical from the Wolf Creek Deli. The evening session included 2 speakers and invasive plant specimens.
2008 Annual Meeting
Our annual meeting was held Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2008 at Highbanks Metro Park near Columbus. The schedule and list of speakers is still available HERE.
Natural Area Conference Joint Session
OIPC and MIPN hosted a special session on regional plant invasions at the Natural Areas Conference in Cleveland on October 10. The special session featured six presentations:
OIPC Board Member Theresa Culley, from the University of Cincinnati, and Ohio Nursery and Landscape Association President Keith Manbeck, of Decker Nursery, gave a joint presentation on researchers and the nursery industry working together.
2007 Events
May 2, 2007 Control Technique Workshop at Champaign County Community Center in Urbana attracted many attendees. Click HERE for the agenda.
March 21, 2007 Invasive Plant Workshop at Ironton, Ohio was a success!
There were 73 people who attended the three sessions of the Good Plants Gone Bad workshop. There were also some invasive species activities with some children participants in the evening! More information about the CWMA will be posted shortly for those who are interested.See agenda HERE.
Ohio Invasive Plants Council Annual Meeting
The annual OIPC meeting for 2007 was held February 21 from 10am-4pm at Highbanks Nature Center, Lewis Center, Ohio. This meeting's agenda included speakers on invasive species, updates on OIPC activities, and the election of 4 new Board Members. See agenda HERE.
At the Meeting attendees were able to:
OIPC elected four Board Members for a 3-year term beginning February 2007
Four board members were recently elected for 4 positions that represent different regions of the state as well as state and Federal government (land-managing agencies), the green industry, and local government (such as county metroparks). A description of the board member position is available HERE.. We had 7 nominated candidates and the vote took place at the Feb. 21 annual meeting.
The 2007 OIPC Conference on "Continuing Partnerships for Invasive Plant Management" was a success!
This conference was held January 18, 2007 at Ohio Wesleyan University in Delaware, Ohio. It was attended by over 250 people and featured 3 lectures by prominent workers in the field of invasive plant management and research, presentations of 4 case studies, and 20 posters. See announcement HERE.
2006 Events
The September 2006 "Good Plants Gone Bad" OIPC workshop was a great success!
OIPC’s September workshop, “Good Plants Gone Bad” at Highbanks Metropark in Columbus was well attended and successful. The day-long workshop was designed to provide basic information on invasive plants and general control techniques for Master Gardeners, garden club members, land managers, and homeowners. Approximately 90 people attended.
Dawes Arboretum, Newark, Ohio
Saturday, September 12, 2015, 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
Given the wonderful variety of plants in Ohio’s natural habitats, there is growing interest in the beauty, function and value offered by native plants in a landscape setting. Join us for a day of learning as we explore the many benefits of creating more sustainable and healthy landscapes for the future. Discover how ecological design, proper plant selection and upfront care reduces the need for fertilizer, watering and pesticides—all while creating habitat for wildlife. Event speakers include Dewey Hollister (Landscape Designer & Project Manager for Ohio Governor’s Residence and Heritage Garden), Dr. Nicole Cavender (Vice President of Science & Conservation at The Morton Arboretum) and Hope Taft (Former Ohio First Lady), in addition to many others.
The symposium also includes plant ID sessions, hands-on workshops, garden walks, take-home lessons and tours highlighting habitat restoration and eco-landscaping throughout The Arboretum. Lunch is included and participants receive a native plant and one-on-one advice during the Fall Plant Sale, which showcases some of the best native trees, shrubs and flowering plants for restoring Ohio’s unique biodiversity. Space is limited, so register early.
Member Price: $55, General Admission: $70 (includes a one year Sugar Maple membership to The Arboretum).
2014 Events
OIPC Workshop "So You Know You Have Invasive Plants, Now What?", held May 21, 2014
OIPC along with several partners held a Workshop on Managing Invasives in Southeast Ohio at Hocking Hills State Park Lodge on May 21, 2014 (see this LINK for details). The Workshop included Field Trips and Control Demonstrations (see this LINK for the Agenda).
2013 Events
Symposium on Invasive Plants in the Midwest, held December 11-12, 2013
The Midwest Invasive Plant Network (MIPN) and the Ohio Invasive Plant Council (OIPC) co-hosted a two day symposium on invasive plants at the North Central Weed Science Society conference in Columbus, OH, on December 11-12, 2013. The symposium focus was on invasive plants in natural areas and included a plenary session, as well as concurrent sessions on a broad array of topics. Topics included assessing invasiveness of non-native plant species, using online reporting tools for early detection and management, and an in-depth session on Asian bush honeysuckle impacts and management. Notable Speakers included: Daniel Simberloff, University of Tennessee; Diane Larson, U.S. Geological Survey; Don Cipollini, Wright State University.
Strengthening the Bridge between Research and Management held February 21, 2013
The OIPC 2013 Research Conference was held in Columbus, Ohio. The keynote speaker, Mark H. Brand, Professor of Horticulture, University of Connecticut, spoke on "Horticulture forms of barberry and euronymus: Are they really that invasive". The day included many other varied topics from well known and respected speakers. Contact David Gorchov, [email protected] for further information.
Hydrilla Workshop : Early Detection and Rapid Response in the Lake Erie Watershed, held April 23, 2013
OIPC was a sponsor for this workshop that was held to encourage regional surveys for hydrilla and to develop connections among diverse organizations with an interest in preventing the spread of aquatic nuisance species. Please contact Jennifer Hillmer, Invasive Plant Coordinator, Division of Natural Resources [email protected] for additional information.
2011 Events
2011 OIPC Annual Meeting
The annual OIPC meeting was held in Columbus at Beech Maple Lodge in Blacklick Woods Metro Bark on Feb. 14, 2011. See the agenda for more information.
Invasive Woody Plant Workshop, held October 14, 2011
An OIPC co-sponsored workshop on "Controlling Woody Invasive Plants in Your Woodlot" with the Ohio Woodland Stewards Program in Albany, Ohio.
2011 Events
Autumn Olive Control Workshop Held Sept. 24, 2010
An OIPC Workshop was held at The Wilds in Cumberland, OH, focusing on how to effectively control autumn olive. Nearly 100 people were in attendance, including land managers, landowners, and farmers. See the flyer for more information, including the agenda.
2010 OIPC Research Conference - Feb. 18, 2010
The third OIPC Research Conference held in Columbus, OH was a success with over 200 people attending. There were a number of different speakers, including a keynote address by Dr. Richard Mack, and a poster session with over 20 posters. Thank you to all who attended!
2010 OIPC Annual Meeting
The OIPC annual meeting was held Thursday, March 4, at Dawe's Arboretum in central Ohio. Featured speakers were Dr. Kayri Havens from the Chicago Botanical Garden speaking on "Invasive Plants: Global Issues, Local Challenges" and Steve Foltz from the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden speaking on "Native vs. Non-Native: What’s A Responsible Gardener To Do?". See the promotional flyer and agenda for more information.
2009 Events
OIPC Invasive Plant Workshop in SE Ohio on September 9, 2009
On September 19, 2009, a workshop was offered on "Good Plants Gone Bad: Invasive Plants of Southeast Ohio" at Washington State Community College in Marietta, OH. See the flyer HERE or brochure for more information. There were approximately 30 attendees.
Successful OIPC Workshop in NW Ohio July 14, 2009
OIPC and USFWS hosted an invasive plant workshop at Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, at their new visitor center on July 14th. Over 38 people attended the event, which consisted of a indoor morning session in the new visitor center and an afternoon session that included a field trip (hay ride through the marshes) and various displays. See the original flyer HERE for more information or the agenda for a list of speakers.
OIPC Invasive Plant Workshop in SW Ohio Feb. 14, 2009
A successful OIPC workshop was held Saturday, Feb. 14, at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden with the help of the Hamilton County Park District. Over 55 participants came to learn about invasive plants that can be found in the area as well as alternative non-invasive replacements or the garden. This workshop was geared towards the gardening public and nursery professionals. See the flyer for more information on what was discussed.
The OIPC 2009 Annual Meeting Featured Doug Pearsall and Don Cipollini
The 2009 OIPC annual meeting was held on Wednesday, February 11 from 9:30am-2:30pm, at Highbanks Metro Park north of Columbus, OH. The featured speakers were Doug Pearsall from the MI Chapter of TNC who spoke about TNC's collaboration with Meijer to limit invasive plants as well as his work with MI's Invasive Plant Assessement System. Our second speaker was our own Don Cipollini who talked about garlic mustard and its ability to use "novel weapons". Check HERE for the schedule.
2008 Events
OIPC SE Ohio Workshop Sept. 10, 2008
An OIPC workshop on invasive plants in southeastern OH was held in Marietta on Sept. 10. The agenda is still available HERE with a printable PDF flyer.
Creation of An Invasive Plant Educational Exhibit
OIPC partnered with the OSU Chadwick Arboretum & Learning Gardens to create "Thugs, Mugs, Bullies, and Creeps: Invasive Plants of Ohio." The display, located in Columbus, featured potted specimens of a dozen of the most invasive plants in the state. Brochures, handouts, and laminated fact sheets about each species are included in the display. Chadwick Arboretum and Learning Gardens, is an extensive green reserve on the OSU campus, with annuals, perennials, trees, and shrubs, some native and some non-native for the central Ohio climate. "Thugs, Mugs, Bullies, and Creeps: Invasive Plants of Ohio," was on display at Chadwick through Autumn 2008.
OIPC Invasive Plant Workshop on April 3, 2008
OIPC and the Medina County Park District hosted a successful invasive plant workshop on Thursday, April 3rd at Wolf Creek Environmental Center. The workshop included both a day session and an evening session (see photos), both of which were attended by about 30 different people. The day session included refreshments, box lunches, 4 speakers, invasive plant specimens, and demonstrations of control techniques. Box lunches were provided by the Ohio Prairie Nursery and Townsend Chemical from the Wolf Creek Deli. The evening session included 2 speakers and invasive plant specimens.
2008 Annual Meeting
Our annual meeting was held Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2008 at Highbanks Metro Park near Columbus. The schedule and list of speakers is still available HERE.
Natural Area Conference Joint Session
OIPC and MIPN hosted a special session on regional plant invasions at the Natural Areas Conference in Cleveland on October 10. The special session featured six presentations:
- Develop an Early Detection Program for Invasive Plants in Your Area
- Invasive Plant-Pollinator Interactions
- Ceutorhynchus species as Potential Biological Control Agents of Garlic Mustard
- How Researchers and the Nursery Industry Can Work Together to Prevent Plant Invasions
- Reducing Seed Output and Seed Viability of Cultivars
- Cooperative Weed Management Areas
OIPC Board Member Theresa Culley, from the University of Cincinnati, and Ohio Nursery and Landscape Association President Keith Manbeck, of Decker Nursery, gave a joint presentation on researchers and the nursery industry working together.
2007 Events
May 2, 2007 Control Technique Workshop at Champaign County Community Center in Urbana attracted many attendees. Click HERE for the agenda.
March 21, 2007 Invasive Plant Workshop at Ironton, Ohio was a success!
There were 73 people who attended the three sessions of the Good Plants Gone Bad workshop. There were also some invasive species activities with some children participants in the evening! More information about the CWMA will be posted shortly for those who are interested.See agenda HERE.
Ohio Invasive Plants Council Annual Meeting
The annual OIPC meeting for 2007 was held February 21 from 10am-4pm at Highbanks Nature Center, Lewis Center, Ohio. This meeting's agenda included speakers on invasive species, updates on OIPC activities, and the election of 4 new Board Members. See agenda HERE.
At the Meeting attendees were able to:
- Listen to guest speakers on invasive species issues
- Vote in new board members
- Hear what the board and council has accomplished in the last year
- Hear what the board and council has planned for the new year
- Meet and mingle with others interested in invasive plants
OIPC elected four Board Members for a 3-year term beginning February 2007
Four board members were recently elected for 4 positions that represent different regions of the state as well as state and Federal government (land-managing agencies), the green industry, and local government (such as county metroparks). A description of the board member position is available HERE.. We had 7 nominated candidates and the vote took place at the Feb. 21 annual meeting.
The 2007 OIPC Conference on "Continuing Partnerships for Invasive Plant Management" was a success!
This conference was held January 18, 2007 at Ohio Wesleyan University in Delaware, Ohio. It was attended by over 250 people and featured 3 lectures by prominent workers in the field of invasive plant management and research, presentations of 4 case studies, and 20 posters. See announcement HERE.
2006 Events
The September 2006 "Good Plants Gone Bad" OIPC workshop was a great success!
OIPC’s September workshop, “Good Plants Gone Bad” at Highbanks Metropark in Columbus was well attended and successful. The day-long workshop was designed to provide basic information on invasive plants and general control techniques for Master Gardeners, garden club members, land managers, and homeowners. Approximately 90 people attended.