Maine Invasive Species Network

31st Annual NAISMA Conference: Foundations for Success (North American Invasive Species Management Association) October 16 – 19, 2023 | Lincoln, Nebraska  Hear the latest on invasive species management research and strategies from experts at three plenaries, 50+ talks, poster sessions, and special networking events at this year’s NAISMA annual conference. Conference registration includes discounted hotel […]

We’re hiring in the Downeast Region and in the Waterville area. Both of these positions are on forest inventory crews. Truck is assigned, Start your day when you get in the truck in your dooryard in the morning, Spend your days in the woods. Four-10 hour day workweek with opportunity for overtime during the summer, […]

Hear from researchers and managers alike over the course of three live webinars in two days. We’ll talk about communication strategies and public acceptance of EAB management, what’s going on in Oregon and other states as EAB spreads in the West, and findings on EAB survivability in extreme cold temperatures. Go here for more information […]

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) is looking to fill a single position for contracted work for a total of 640 hours of work to be completed between June and October 2023. During the majority of the season, 40-hour work weeks will be the typical schedule, however, the position […]

According to a press-release from the National Park Service, there are serious problems with forest health in the US national parks, in large part due to the impact of invasive species. On the bright side, forests in Acadia National Park appear to be doing well.

Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry’s Maine Forest Service announced the expansion of its Emergency Order restricting the movement of ash trees, green ash waste, ash firewood, and any other materials that may be a means of emerald ash border (EAB) transportation. The expansion follows the discovery of EAB infestations in Corinna and Newport […]

Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Director Job Description Lake Stewards of Maine Overview Lake Stewards of Maine (LSM) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to the collection of information pertaining to lake water quality. For over 50 years, trained volunteers throughout Maine have donated their time so that we may all learn more about one of […]

AUGUSTA – The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry’s (DACF) Maine Forest Service (MFS) is providing assistance for local governments, municipalities, educational institutions, non-profit organizations, and private family woodland owners interested in obtaining Invasive Plant Control Practice Plans (IPCPP) for their woods. This new invasive plant management program is administered by the MFS and […]

Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry’s Plant Health Programs are hiring for the 2023 Field Season! Join the Plant Health team this season and work outdoors as a field technician to work on projects within the Horticulture and IPM Programs.

New England Milfoil is hiring experienced divers and boat tenders. Ideal candidates will be dive certified (mandatory), able to work full-time during the summer, have reliable transportation, ability to work long hours, and interested in traveling to lakes throughout New England. These are seasonal positions paying $18-$23/hour plus end of season bonus. Candidates must be […]