About the Program

The CR-PRISM is seeking partners to increase capacity and/or train their staff in an invasive species project. The PRISM will help with management on public, community, and private land holdings (e.g., preserves, parks, easements, etc.) with a crew assistance program (CAP). The CAP provides a method and opportunity to share our expertise and experience with groups and entities seeking to control invasive species but don’t have the capacity or don’t know where to start. Our goal is to increase efficacy and impact of management, protect conservation values, and slow the spread of invasive species while promoting a more sustainable and functioning ecology on a local level. The program is a free service and limited to applicants who have needs well aligned to our framework of response.

CR-PRISM does not work on private residential properties, unless there is a high-threat invasive species that directly impacts human health

Services Offered

• Provide additional capacity, through PRISM staff, to support invasive species management actions
  
• Training of partner staff on:
  • Invasive Species Identification
  • Documentation and delineation of invasive species for monitoring (using iMapInvasives tools)
  • Provide instruction and demonstration of Integrated Pest Management practices to respond to invasive species
• Provide basic consultation reviews on proposed projects
  • Assist with recommendations to prioritize species and areas for removal and restoration work
• Provide loaner tools and other resources needed to complete proposed work
• Safety training prior to conducting work
• Share considerations for future delineation, management, or restoration actions and collaboration opportunities, including funding opportunities

Crew Assistance Program Application

Full Program Description

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