Webinar Series
Our webinar series focuses on sharing the latest research and management techniques to foster dialogue and technology transfer throughout the region. All statements made by webinar presenters are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative. If you are interested in presenting a webinar in our series, contact us!
Join is for our next webinar on Tuesday April 25th at 10:30 AM EST
Details and registration available soon!
Webinar Recordings
Native Wetland Plant Recovery Following Herbicide Treatment of Phragmites australis
Presented by: Megan Jordan, Waterloo University
March 8th | 10:30–11:30 am ET
Cut-to-drown management: taking advantage of high Great Lakes water levels to control Phragmites
Presented by: Dr. Wes Bickford, Spenser Widin, & Kaira Liggett, US Geological Survey Great Lakes Science Center
January 17th | 10:30–11:30 am ET
*First two minutes of presentation not captured in recording
Gene silencing technologies for invasive Phragmites control
Presented by: Dr. Ping Gong, US Army Engineer Research and Development Center
May 10, 2022 | 10:30 to 1:30 AM ET
Flooded Phragmites australis provides habitat for Great Lakes coastal wetland fishes (part 1)
Presented by: Melanie Croft-White, Fisheries and Oceans Canada
Mapping invasive Phragmites australis in Lake Erie wetlands (Canada) using multispectral satellite images (part 2)
Presented by: Prabha Rupasinghe, Ph.D. McMaster University
March 23, 2022 | 10:30 to 1:30 AM ET
A tale of two species: Restoring native wild rice through non-native Phragmites management in Green Bay coastal wetlands
Presented by: Amy Carrozzino-Lyon, University of Wisconsin-Green Bay & Brian Glenzinski, Ducks Unlimited
March 23, 2022 | 10:30 to 1:30 AM ET
A new tool in the toolbox: an update on biological control of introduced Phragmites
Presented by: Dr. Michael McTavish, University of Toronto & Ducks Unlimited Canada
February 16th, 2022 | 10:30 to 1:30 AM ET
UMISC Phragmites Symposium 1: Current Approaches to Management
Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative hosted a two part session at the Upper Midwest Invasive Species Conference (UMISC) in November of 2020.
View abstracts from UMISC 2020
Presentations in this session:
Superior
The Upper Midwest Invasive Species Conference is a biennial conference with the goal to strengthen management of invasive species. The conference provides numerous opportunities to network with professionals, land managers, researchers, nonprofits, and others.
UMISC Phragmites Symposium 2: Future Directions for Research & Management
Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative hosted a two part session at the Upper Midwest Invasive Species Conference (UMISC) in November of 2020.
View abstracts from UMISC 2020
Presentations in this session:
The Upper Midwest Invasive Species Conference is a biennial conference with the goal to strengthen management of invasive species. The conference provides numerous opportunities to network with professionals, land managers, researchers, nonprofits, and others.
Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative Students of Phrag Webinar Series: Webinar 6
Presented by: Verena Sesin, Trent University
July 14th, 2021 | 1:30 to 2:30 PM ET
Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative Students of Phrag Webinar Series: Webinar 5
Presented by: Sylvia Jacobson, University of Maryland
June 8th, 2021 | 1:30 to 2:30 PM ET
Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative Students of Phrag Webinar Series: Webinar 4
Presented by: Emily Tarsa, Utah State University
May 20, 2021 | 1:30 to 2:30 PM ET
Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative Students of Phrag Webinar Series: Webinar 3
Presented by: Rae Robinson, Utah State University
May 12, 2021 | 10:30 to 11:30 AM ET
Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative Students of Phrag Webinar Series: Webinar 2
Presented by: Brianna Downey, Jacqueline Haynes, Ariana Mansingh and Arbanita Rushiti; Wilfred Laurier University
April 28, 2021 | 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. ET
Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative Students of Phrag Webinar Series
Presented by: Courtney Robichaud, University of Waterloo
March 24, 2021 | 10:30-11:30 AM Eastern time
Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative Call to Action Pubic Briefing
Presented by: Samantha Tank, Great Lakes Commission
March 17, 2021 | 10:30-11:30 AM Eastern time
Experimental control methods for European Common Reed at rare Charitable Research Reserve
Presented by: Sarah Marshall, Conservation Technician at rare Charitable Research Reserve
February 19th 10:30-11:30 AM Eastern time
Taking advantage of high water levels to control invasive Phragmites along the Lake Huron shoreline
Presented by: Dr. Janice Gilbert, Invasive Phragmites Control Centre
January 28th 10:30-11:30 AM Eastern time
Fighting Phrag while in flight: Detecting and mapping invasive Phragmites using drones for adaptive management
Presented by: Colin Brooks and Charlotte Weinstein of Michigan Tech Research Institute (MTRI), a research center of Michigan Technological University.
October 2nd 1:30-2:30 PM Eastern time
A comparison of field and remote sensing monitoring for adaptive management of Phragmites
Presented by: Dr. Laura Borgeau-Chavez (Michigan Technological University) in collaboration with Phyllis Higman (Michigan Natural Features Inventory) and Amanda Grimm (Michigan Technological University)
May 29, 2019 – 10:30-11:30 am Eastern time
Click here to view the webinar recording
Mapping Phragmites australis with imagery from an unmanned aerial vehicle
Presented by: Rhett Mohler, Associate Professor of Geography, Saginaw Valley State University
February 13, 2019 – 1:30-2:30 PM Eastern time
Non-native Phragmites replacement in three Chequamegon Bay wastewater treatment facilities
Presented by: Gabrielle VanBergen, Project Coordinator, Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa
Feb 6th, 2019 – 10:30am to 11:30am Eastern time
Case studies and tools: Assessing the performance of stream and wetland restoration
Presented by: Kimberly Brewster, Senior Project Manager, Chagrin River Watershed Partners, Inc.
Presented live on Oct 24th, 2018
Click here to download the presentation in pdf form
Click here to view the presentation on YouTube in a new window
A primer on the user-friendly Mondrian model for wetland ecology and invasive species management
Presented by Dr. Bill Currie and Dr. Jason Martina in collaboration with Dr. Kenneth Elgersma
Presented on July 25, 2018
The Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative: Who we are, what we do, and what’s new!
Presented by Elaine Ferrier and Samantha Stanton of the Great Lakes Commission
Presented on June 28, 2018
Seed-based revegetation following Phragmites australis control
Presented by Emily Martin and Dr. Karin Kettenring of Utah State University
Presented live on March 28, 2018
Fate and effects of glyphosate in Phragmites australis control
Presented by Dr. Rebecca Rooney of the University of Waterloo
Presented live on Feb 7, 2018
Multi-scale remote sensing for Phragmites detection in southwestern Ontario
Presented by James Marcaccio in collaboration with Dr. Pat Chow-Fraser (McMaster Universsity)
Presented live on Jan 17, 2018
Ecological effects of invasive Phragmites in a Lake Erie coastal marsh
Presented by Courtney Robichaud in collaboration with Dr. Rebecca Rooney (University of Waterloo)
Sensitive marsh ecosystems are at risk from invasive Phragmites australis. My work aims to tease apart the mechanisms Phragmites uses to successfully out-compete resident wetland plant species, and how habitat replacement affects invertebrate and bird communities.
Presented live on Dec 6, 2017
Phragmites removal increases property values in Michigan’s Lower Grand River watershed
Presented by Dr. Erik Nordman (Grand Valley State University) and Shaun Howard (The Nature Conservancy) in collaboration with Dr. Paul Isley (Grand Valley State University) and Richard Bowman (The Nature Conservancy).
The presence of Phragmites australis, an invasive wetland plant, negatively affects not only wetland ecosystem function and health, but also coastal property values as demonstrated via research recently completed by Grand Valley State University and The Nature Conservancy. Dr. Erik Nordman (GVSU) and Shaun Howard (TNC) will present on the history of the study, the results (including the predicted increase in home values following Phragmites removal), and what this may mean for the future of sustainable funding and management of this aggressive wetland invasive.
Presented live on Nov 15th, 2017
Management of invasive Phragmites australis in the Adirondacks: a cautionary tale about prospects of eradication
Presented by Brendan Quirion and Zachary Simek (The Nature Conservancy) and Andrea Dávalos (SUNY Cortland), in collaboration with Bernd Blossey (Cornell University)
A seven year invasive Phragmites australis management project in the Adirondacks demonstrates success but emphasizes points of caution for those seeking to control large infestations. After treating and monitoring 346 infestations annually since 2010, researchers from The Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program, Cornell University and SUNY Cortland will share pragmatic results on probability of Phragmites eradication and reappearance.
Presented live on October 25th, 2017
Manual control of invasive Phragmites: Effective options for small patches.
Presented by Lynn Short of Humber College. In this webinar Lynn describes manual treatment tactics for Phragmites and shares ‘the spading method’ as the most effective. She describes the design and preliminary results of a study to objectively evaluate the effectiveness of this method.
Benefits of the Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative and the Phragmites Adaptive Management Framework
This webinar is archived from a presentation to the Interagency Ecological Restoration Quality Committee (IERQC), and focuses on how the Phragmites Adaptive Management Framework (PAMF) is being developed.
Interagency Ecological Restoration Quality Committee – PAMF Development
This webinar is archived from a presentation to the Interagency Ecological Restoration Quality Committee (IERQC), and focuses on how the Phragmites Adaptive Management Framework (PAMF) is being developed.
Archived Webinars:
Title |
Presenter |
View |
|
 |
Phragmites snorkeling: How does it survive water level fluctuations? August 10, 2016 |
Brian Sorrell, Aarhus University | |
|
This webinar focuses on the special adaptations that allow Phragmites survival in deep water, and how it responds to changes in water level. For Phragmites, staying alive means staying in contact with the air, with shoots acting as snorkels to transport oxygen down to the underground rhizomes. More frequent floods and fluctuations in water level are expected with climate change, so how will Phragmites cope with these changes? The speaker will explain the special, highly efficient gas transport in Phragmites stems and how recent discoveries about its gas transport are providing insight to its ability to survive different water regimes and water depths.
more |
|||
 |
Phragmites Management at Multiple Scales: Treatment Comparisons on the Great Salt Lake February 25, 2016 |
Christine Rohal, Utah State University Chad Cranney, Utah Division of Wildlife Resources |
recording |
|
Non-native Phragmites control research has been limited by the short temporal scales and small spatial scales of past experiments. Results from these limited studies may not apply at the scale that most restoration takes place. In this webinar, we will present four years of results from two large-scale Phragmitescontrol studies conducted on the shore of the Great Salt Lake, Utah. These studies examine the effectiveness of multiple control treatments at two spatial scales: large stands (1.2 ha/3 acres; the size of older, well-established invasions) and small patches (50 m x 20 m/0.25 acre; the size of newer invasions). The treatments evaluated in the large patch study are 1) untreated control 2) fall glyphosate spray, winter mow, 3) summer imazapyr spray, winter mow, 4) summer glyphosate spray, winter mow, 5) fall imazapyr spray, winter mow. The treatments evaluated in the small patch study include treatments 1-4 above plus 5) summer mow, fall glyphosate spray, 6) summer mow, then black plastic solarization. These studies also compare the plant communities that return after restoration efforts, data rarely evaluated in previous studies. Furthermore, given that non-native Phragmites spreads primarily by seed, we evaluated the ability of treatments to reduce seed production and spread. Join us for this webinar to see which management regime is the best for your site.Authors: Chad Cranney, Christine Rohal, Karin Kettenring & Eric Hazelton
more |
|||
 |
Remote Sensing Series Part II: Field and remote sensing methods to inform adaptive management of non-native Phragmites December 10, 2015 |
Colin Brooks, Michigan Technological Research Institute | recording |
|
A large number of research results have been published in the scientific literature related to effective control of non-native Phragmites, especially in recent years. Also available are updated guides to non-native Phragmites management from state and local agencies. Through a grant from the University of Michigan Water Center, the Michigan Tech Research Institute has been integrating recent publications and results from non-native Phragmites control projects into a set of recommendations and remote sensing products to help with more effective non-native Phragmites control. Critical to the success of control efforts is applying the principles of adaptive management. Nutrient inputs, changing climate and water levels, historical management efforts including different combinations of control methods, and other factors have all impacted the current range of non-native Phragmites, which appears to still be expanding. Using field and remote monitoring to assess how these factors affect the success of control programs over time and then adapting control efforts based on those observations is likely to increase the success rate. Colin Brooks of Michigan Tech Research Institute will cover recent research results, the principles of adaptive management, and recommendations on how to apply them in this webinar.
more |
|||
 |
Remote Sensing Series Part I: Monitoring and Assessment of non-native Phragmites australis in terms of Habitat Restoration November 11,2015 |
Laura Bourgeau-Chavez and Amanda Grimm, Michigan Technological Research Institute Jason Carlson, Applied Ecological Services |
recording |
|
Millions of dollars have been spent on the treatment of non-native Phragmites in wetlands using herbicide and other control methods, but few studies or management efforts have included an assessment of the effectiveness of treatment in terms of wetland habitat restoration. Through a grant from the University of Michigan Water Center, Michigan Tech Research Institute and Applied Ecological Services have been conducting analyses of field and remote sensing data in a nested design to develop standardized methods for monitoring treatment success. In this webinar, Dr. Laura Borgeau-Chavez of Michigan Tech Research Institute will share how, through field sampling, they have assessed paired treated and non-treated non-nativePhragmites dominant sites in Green and Saginaw Bays for biodiversity of birds, amphibians and vegetation. She will also show how both aerial and satellite imagery have been used to map treatment success at the landscape scale. The results of these field and remote sensing efforts show that treatment results are variable and monitoring and adaptive management are key strategies in fighting the invasion of non-native Phragmites.
more |
|||
 |
Phragmites Control for Homeowners and Land Stewards June 10,2015 |
Bob Williams, Phragmites.org | recording handout |
|
Bob Williams focuses on the practical aspects of small scale, cost efficient, invasive Phragmites control. He makes specific recommendations and details methods, products, and equipment that are easily available to homeowners and land stewards. In conjunction with this webinar, Bob developed three blogs focusing on taking advantage of opportunities specific to small-scale control programs, including pre-cutting, applying multiple herbicide treatments over a single season, and customizing treatment.
more |
|||
 |
Learning-focused decision support for management of Phragmites in the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Refuge System April 28, 2015 |
C. Moore, University of Georgia | recording |
|
This webinar presents a new management decision support system that was developed for invasive Phragmites within the National Wildlife Refuge System of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Just like many land managers out there, Refuge managers wanted condition-specific guidance on how to treat patches of Phragmites, but, as you know, stands of Phragmites react differently to treatments across various habitat settings. Today you will learn about a tool developed by USGS in cooperation with Refuge personnel to help solve this problem.
more |
|||
 |
Phragmites and Prescribed Fire: Seasonal Prescriptions and Risk – Part 2 March 12, 2015 |
L. Osterland, MI Department of Natural Resources | Part 2 recording Part 1 recording (hosted by LSFSC) |
|
This webinar is part two of a series developed through a partnership between Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative and the Lake States Fire Science Consortium (LSFSC). Part one was hosted by LSFSC.We know that prescribed fire, as part of an integrated management regime, can be an important tool for successfully managing Phragmites australis. However, large Phragmites stands can create particularly challenging burn situations. With stalks that can be 15 feet tall, fires that create large amounts of smoke and particulates, quick spread rates, and extreme heat outputs, even experienced burn crews are put to the test. Part One of this series focused on the fire science of burning Phragmites, including how fuel loads are altered, the seasonality of fire and different prescriptions and modeling, blending fire operations with opportunities and risks, and the social and ecological drivers that are behind the considerations to use this high risk strategy. This webinar is the second in the series and it covers the “How To” of burning Phragmites, with a focus on fire management and operations, burn unit layout, equipment and crew needs, differences in prescriptions and crew needs based on season, public perception, smoke management, safety of crew and public, and constraints and opportunities.
more |
|||
 |
Phragmites and Climate Change November 12, 2014 |
T. Mozdzer, Bryn Mawr College | recording |
|
Previous studies have shown that wetland ecosystems respond strongly to variation in nitrogen pollution, atmospheric carbon dioxide, and hydroperiod. Changes in these factors can alter the ability of wetland ecosystems to persist in a rapidly changing climate. At the same time, wetlands are also under siege by the introduced lineage of Phragmites australis, which has the potential to be a “game-changer” due to its ability to alter the structure and the function of wetlands. In this presentation, Tom Mozdzer summarizes his findings and discusses the effects of nitrogen pollution and elevated CO2 on both native and introduced lineages of Phragmites. His research suggests that increasing CO2 concentrations combined with N pollution will likely exacerbate the invasion of introduced Phragmites due to its greater phenotypic plasticity. He talks about the traits that make the introduced lineage so successful under current and near-future conditions and provide some management insights.
more |
|||
 |
Phragmites Management in the United States: 40 years of Methods and Outcomes September 30, 2014 |
E. Hazelton, Utah State University | recording |
|
After more than 40 years of history researching and managing Phragmites in the US, there are many anecdotes and local preferences on management techniques. Some management actions are impacted by local culture or legislation. As land managers, restoration practitioners, and researchers, we are more likely to achieve our objectives with a broad selection of tools, and knowledge of the situations where certain techniques might fare better than others. The literature has a strong emphasis on herbicide treatment for Phragmites management, whether alone, or in combination with other techniques. More research on alternate methods could benefit both private landowners and managers in areas that are sensitive to herbicide use. This webinar is presented in the context of a conceptual model of a Phragmites invasion that depicts the role of nutrients and disturbance on Phragmites’ sexual reproduction and spread. The model helps build recommendations on how to make wetlands less invasible. Additionally, the speaker will discuss recent results from several studies on Chesapeake Bay that focus on prioritizing when and where to manage Phragmites. More holistic management regimes that involve improving water quality, decreasing disturbance, and revegetation will have the greatest likelihood of recovery from invasion. The aim is to enable managers to prioritize their management actions to areas where they are most likely to achieve management objectives.
more |
|||
 |
Michigan Phragmites Management Prioritization Tool July 30, 2014 |
A. Garwood and K. Walters, MI Department of Environmental Quality | recording Michigan DEQ website/tools/guide |
|
This webinar focuses on the prioritization of Phragmites management. Invasive phragmites has spread throughout the great lakes region and securing funding and resources to manage Phragmites long-term is a constant challenge. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality has developed a prioritization tool and user guide to help management groups prioritize the treatment and management of invasive Phragmites in Michigan. The prioritization tool uses three categories of criteria – ecological, human values, and feasibility/coordination of treatment – as factors to score and ultimately prioritize invasive Phragmites management. The speakers provide an overview of the Phragmites prioritization tool and will share the recently updated Michigan Phragmites Management User Guide.
more |
|||
 |
Invasive Species Management: State Department of Transportation Perspectives June 19, 2014 |
P. Dunleavy, NY State Department of Transportation and T. Jackson, IL Department of Transportation | recording |
|
This webinar focuses on roadside management of invasive species including Phragmites, and the role of State Departments of Transportation. Roadside ditches are a major vector for Phragmites and other invasive plants. State Departments of Transportation (DOTs) have jurisdiction over large rights-of-way which form pathways where Phragmites and other invasive plants can move through the landscape. These pathways, combined with land disturbance for capital projects and maintenance, plus mowing and other regular movement of vehicles and materials combine to pose significant invasive species control challenges. The speakers share background information about DOTs involvement with invasives, including training, staffing, and their experiences managing invasive plants, the use of GIS in mapping and management, and the importance of partnerships.
more |
|||
 |
Outreach and Education Methods for Phragmites Management March 27, 2014 |
M. Bohling, Michigan Sea Grant Extension | recording |
|
This webinar focuses on outreach and education for Phragmites management. Outreach and education efforts are often an afterthought. On-the-ground efforts take so much of our energy, outreach gets pushed to the side, or for others, education is intimidating because it’s outside of our normal purview, and we’re not quite sure how to be most effective.The speaker shares her experiences to demonstrate the importance of outreach and education, as well as share some concrete examples.
more |
|||
 |
Emerging Research: Microbial Symbiosis January 23, 2014 |
K. Kowalski and W. Bickford, U.S. Geological Survey | recording |
|
This webinar is focused on Microbial Symbiosis and new research on the microbes that live in the tissue of Phragmites that might give them a competitive advantage over native plants. The speakers present their work on this innovative control strategy.
more |
|||
 |
Emerging Research: BioControl December 13, 2013 |
B. Blossey, Cornell University | recording |
|
This webinar is focused on Biocontrol which is a promising strategy to control Phragmites and other invasive plant species. Non-native plant species are often successful in new environments due to a lack of natural predators. Occasionally scientists are able to identify a natural predator and intentionally release them in the hope of curbing the invasive species population. Introducing a non-native species is a complicated issue and requires rigorous testing and evaluation before such a release is approved.
more |
|||
 |
Emerging Research: Gene Silencing November 22, 2013 |
E. Golenberg, Wayne State University | recording |
|
This webinar is focused on Gene Silencing which is a promising strategy to control of Phragmites or other invasive plant species. Scientists have known for some time that protein production can be disrupted by preventing the protein-coding instructions of messenger RNA from reaching the ribosomes, which are the sites of protein synthesis. If a gene cannot send its code, the protein cannot be made, and the trait that is mediated by the protein is then not realized. One process of interfering with the translation of messenger RNA into protein is known as “gene silencing.”
more |
|||
 |
Seeds, Stolons and Rhizomes. Oh My! Pathways of introduction and spread of non-native Phragmites. October 3, 2013 |
K. Kettenring, Utah State University | recording |
|
This webinar focuses on the mechanisms of Phragmites spread. Until recently, it was believed that the spread of non-native Phragmites was driven by rhizomes in the soil, and that the seeds very had low viability. Recent research suggests that spread via seed dispersal is more significant than previously thought. The speaker discusses how Phragmites spreads, the impact of genetic diversity and nutrient enrichment on viable seed production, and the implications of spread by seed for Phragmites management.
more |
|||
 |
Beyond the Burn — Managing Phragmites Using an Adaptive Management Framework August 8, 2013 |
R. Fahlsing and B. Clancy, MI Department of Natural Resources | recording |
|
This webinar focuses on the long-term management of Phragmites using an ecosystem approach. Millions of dollars are spent each year to manage non-native Phragmites within the Great Lakes Region. However, Phragmites management is a long-term multistep process that requires: careful planning, site prioritization, clear delineation of management objectives, knowledge of specific management techniques, and a plan for evaluating success. The speakers share their experience managing Phragmites long term and how to move away from the mindset of killing Phragmites and into an adaptive management framework aimed at ecosystem management.
more |
|||
 |
Can We Manage Without Herbicide? Lessons Learned from the Ontario Experience April 5, 2013 |
J. Gilbert, Wetland Ecologist, Ontario | |
|
This webinar today focuses on the Phragmites management and the role of herbicide. For many, herbicide application is the first line of defense against both emerging and established populations of Phragmites, and while it can be very effective when applied correctly, it’s also expensive, can impact desirable wetland plants, and is not a permanent solution. In some areas, including application of herbicides over water is not permitted. The speakers focus on the role of herbicides in Phragmites management and some of the challenges and strategies of dealing with phragmites management in Ontario.
more |
|||
 |
Multiscale Phragmites Mapping and its Applications February 6, 2013 |
B. Huberty, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; L. Bourgeau-Chavez, Michigan Tech Research institute; K. Kowalski, U.S. Geological Survey and M. Renz, University of Wisconsin-Madison | recording PDF | PDF | PDF | PDF |
|
Whether Phragmites is wide-spread or rare in an area, it is of critical importance to track its location and changes through time to inform management activities. During this webinar, speakers provide an overview of why mapping Phragmites is important, the value of different scales of analysis or focus, the types of data people should think about, overview of a recently completed project which mapped Phragmites along the coasts of the Great Lakes, the Phragmites Vulnerability Decision-Support Tool (how it was created and how it can help land managers), and how important mapping efforts are to the early detection and rapid response efforts.
more |
|||
 |
Phragmites Management: An Integrated Approach With Lessons From the Field September 6, 2012 |
C. May, The Nature Conservancy; M. Libben, Ottawa Soil and Water Conservation District and H. Springborn, WI Department of Natural Resources | recording PDF | PDF | PDF |
|
Phragmites management both conceptually, and with on the ground examples. This webinar talks about the process of managing Phragmites using an integrated approach – which is the strategy that has had the greatest success. The webinar also presents some insight into the realities of Phrag management through two management initiatives in Ohio and Wisconsin.
more |
|||
 |
Introducing the Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative July 19, 2012 |
H. Braun, Great Lakes Commission and K. Kowalski, U.S. Geological Survey | recording |
|
The establishment and rapid spread and of invasive Phragmites across the Great Lakes poses many challenges for habitat managers, private landowners, researchers and other entities. Several local initiatives have been initiated to addressing Phragmites management in discrete geographic areas; however, there are few opportunities to communicate with others, share successes and challenges, and catch up on the latest research. Further, there is no comprehensive resource dedicated to Phragmites management and research in the Great Lakes. The Great Lakes Commission is partnering with the USGS – Great Lakes Science Center and Ducks Unlimited, to develop an interactive website and webinar series to encourage technology transfer, information sharing, and network building. The Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative will engage the natural resource community, provide resources and tools to improve collaboration and lead to more coordinated, efficient and strategic approaches to Phragmites management and restoration.
more |
|||
Spring 2013 Phragmites Symposium at the Society of Wetland Scientists Annual Meeting
At the 2013 Society of Wetland Scientists meeting, professionals from across the country presented information during an all-day symposium on management, mapping techniques and results, control methods, and communication initiatives. The symposium, organized by Dr. Kurt Kowalski of the USGS – Great Lakes Science Center, not only provided insight into the varied work being done across the country to address the issue of Phragmites, but also provided opportunities for professional networking and promoted future collaborations. In an effort to broaden the impact of the symposium, we have posted the abstracts and presentations grouped by topic. If you have questions about any of this content, we encourage you to reach out to us at phragmites@glc.org or to the authors!
Management
|
Mapping
|
Control
|
Communication and stakeholder engagement
|
Other Phragmites Presentations
We are continually updating our list of presentations on various Phragmites related topics. Please let us know if you would like to share your presentation here!
- Phragmites management tools and approaches
-
- Phragmites Management in Ontario–Glibert–11.29.2012
- Regional Collaboration (Lake St. Clair)–SEMCOG–3.29.2011
- Small Scale Management and Early Response_TNC-MI–3.29.2011
- Treating Phragmites in High Quality Natural Communities_MNFI–3.29.2011
- Large Scale Management of Invasive Phragmites_MI DNR–3.29-2011
- Phragmites Control on Roadsides and Rights-of-Way_MI DOT–3.29.2011
- Rapid Response & Community Action (Beaver Island)–Beaver Is Association–3.29.2011
- Regional Collaboration (Harsens Island and Clay Township)–Stewart Farm–3.29.2011
- Kafcas_Lake St. Clair status update–11.29.2012
see presentations
- Monitoring and mapping
see presentations
- Current science and research
see presentations
- Permitting
see presentations
- Communication, outreach, and capacity building
see presentations
- Broad information about invasive species
see presentations