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Join Itasca Waters and Minnesota Sea Grant in learning about the successes on preventing and remediating the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS) as part of the Itasca Water Wisdom online webinar series, co-sponsored by MNSG.
Invasive species often evoke a feeling of inevitability in their spread or present an insurmountable problem to tackle. However, in Minnesota, this story could be rewritten. Through early detection and rapid response, Minnesotans are making strides in preventing the establishment of invasive species. Join this webinar to explore success stories from across Minnesota, harness collective momentum to inspire action, and collaboratively address AIS challenges.
This webinar is free and open to the public, but advance registration is required.
Speaker
- Madeline Hayden, Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center (MAISRC) Research Outreach Specialist
- Hayden plays a crucial role in connecting research projects with stakeholders and providing vital support for outreach and research translation initiatives. With over 12 years of experience in freshwater mussels and river ecology, Hayden previously led the freshwater mussel propagation program with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. There, she established an aquaculture facility to rear federally endangered mussel species in Lake City, Minnesota, driven by her deep passion for preserving the health and biodiversity of Minnesota's lakes and rivers.
- Hayden plays a crucial role in connecting research projects with stakeholders and providing vital support for outreach and research translation initiatives. With over 12 years of experience in freshwater mussels and river ecology, Hayden previously led the freshwater mussel propagation program with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. There, she established an aquaculture facility to rear federally endangered mussel species in Lake City, Minnesota, driven by her deep passion for preserving the health and biodiversity of Minnesota's lakes and rivers.
Date
Thursday, August 1, 2024
Time
Noon to 1:00 p.m. CT
Registration
Registration is required to attend this virtual event.
Event sponsors
Practical Water Wisdom: a Virtual Learning Series is presented by Itasca Waters with support from:
- Minnesota Sea Grant
- Itasca Soil and Water Conservation District
- Itasca Coalition of Lake Associations
- KAXE/KBXE
- Rapids Radio
- Grand Rapids Herald Review
Contact
John A. Downing, director, Minnesota Sea Grant.
Image description: A single zebra mussel balanced on two fingers. Image credit: Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center (MAISRC).