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Join University of Maine Cooperative Extension for an Invasive Plant Educational Workshop, presented in collaboration with the Hancock, Piscataquis, and Somerset County Soil and Water Conservation Districts, as well as the Maine Natural Areas Program (MNAP) and the Maine Forest Service (MFS). This engaging workshop will explore invasive plant biology, their ecological impacts, identification methods, key concepts in invasive plant management, and related state and federal programs. Participants will gain knowledge through both classroom instruction and hands-on field sessions\u2014get ready for an action-packed and informative day!<\/p>\n

Pesticide Credits Anticipated.<\/p>\n

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Cumberland County<\/strong><\/h3>\n

When:<\/strong> Tuesday, August 11, 2026
\nTime:<\/strong> 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
\nLocation: <\/strong>UMaine Extension Cumberland County Office, 75 Clearwater Drive, Suite 104, Falmouth, Maine<\/p>\n

Cost: <\/strong>Donations accepted (Includes a copy of the Invasive Plants Field Guide)<\/p>\n

Register Online<\/a><\/p>\n

Participation limit: 25
\nRegistration opens at 9:30 a.m.
\n<\/strong>(Outdoor Identification sessions will be held rain or shine, so plan accordingly.)<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Piscataquis County<\/strong><\/h3>\n

When:<\/strong> Thursday, August 12, 2026
\nTime:<\/strong> 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
\nLocation:<\/strong> Dover-Foxcroft Congregational Church, 824 W. Main Street, Dover-Foxcroft, Maine<\/p>\n

Cost:<\/strong> Donations accepted (Includes a copy of the Invasive Plants Field Guide)<\/p>\n

Register Online<\/a><\/p>\n

(Rain date: August 13)<\/p>\n

Participation limit: 25
\nRegistration opens at 9:30 a.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Light snacks will be provided; bring your own lunch. Participants will get a copy of the Maine Invasive Plant Field Guide ($25 value!) CCA, Maine Board of Pesticide, and SAF credits are anticipated. Outdoor identification sessions will be held rain or shine, so plan accordingly.<\/p>\n

Contact:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Nick Rowley, 207.778.4650 or nicholas.rowley@maine.edu<\/a> for questions, lunch accommodations or future workshops.<\/p>\n

To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact Nick Rowley, 207.778.4650 or nicholas.rowley@maine.edu<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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